Changes to Building Regulation Part G were laid before the House of Commons in a written ministerial statement on 13 May 2009.
The changes to the regulations come into force on 1 October 2009. Building Regulation Part G now specifies that baths in new homes (including those created through change of use) incorporate measures to ensure that water is delivered at no more than 48ºC. The supporting ...[more]
The UK operation of European pump manufacturer Wilo has welcomed its new managing director, Gary Mannus. He joins Wilo from pump manufacturer Armstrong.
Originally an air conditioning engineer, in more recent times, Gary Mannus has built an impressive pedigree in senior management roles, as Operations Director for Combined Power Systems, a joint venture company that manufactured, distributed a ...[more]
Fry's Fryolux Solder Paint is now available nationwide from the Solder Connection of Chepstow.
Used in a myriad of industrial jointing applications and a firm favourite with modellers, Fryolux is a uniform mixture of finely powdered tin/lead solder and zinc chloride activated flux. It has a creamy consistency and is reported to be ideal for pre-tinning, solder coating and soft solder assembly. ...[more]
Jim Pletcher has joined BrassCraft as Senior Director of Wholesale Sales. In this position, Jim will add his extensive experience in contractor services and building products to BrassCraft's growing customer support staff.
"Jim Pletcher is widely respected both by customers and home building industry colleagues," said BrassCraft Sr. Vice President Jim Whiteherse. "Material suppliers and builder ...[more]
At its AGM, the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) reviewed its work over the last twelve months, elected new officials and looked forward to a challenging year ahead.
The Bathroom Manufacturers Association represents the interests of almost 40 major bathroom manufacturing groups with around 80 well known brands in the UK market. Its AGM, held at the BMA office suite in Stoke on Trent, sa ...[more]
Roman has welcomed a new addition to their Marketing Department. Simone Plackett joins the Marketing Team as their Senior PR Executive.
Simone brings a wealth of experience to the role following 3 years in marketing roles within the Construction and Car Rental Markets.
Simone has played a key role in the recent launch of the new Embrace and Haven range of shower enclosures. In addition, alon ...[more]
Deva is expanding its Board of Directors with the promotion of sales and marketing controller Steve Rothwell to the newly created position of sales & marketing director. The exciting development forms part of Deva's growth strategy and will allow the company to further enhance its service to customers.
In his new role Steve will have greater responsibility for devising and implementing the Dev ...[more]
This Dremel Wall and Floor Grout Removal Kit from Dremel has been designed to remove grout from between wall and floor tiles of any size or shape. It's far quicker than chiselling by hand and reduces the risk of chipping the tiles.
So if you're looking for a less painful way to get the grout out and remove tiles easily, simply fit this handy new attachment to a Dremel rotary tool such as the 30 ...[more]
New health and safety guidelines on food hygiene and gas safety are bringing in work for Goldstar FV, the commercial kitchens maker.
The changes mean that kitchens' gas shut-off valves and ventilation systems are safety-assessed together. Gas safety inspectors can close kitchens that do not meet the new rules.
GFV has already provided canopies and fabrications to more than 100 schools as par ...[more]
The British Burns Association recommends 37 to 37.5 degrees C as a comfortable bathing temperature for children. In premises covered by the Care Standards Act 2000, the maximum water outlet temperature is 43 degrees C.
All existing bath and shower installations in public, residential and commercial premises should be upgraded to provide the same protection from injurious scalding hot water as i ...[more]