Industry heavyweights discussing controversial topics like spec breaking, competency, and testing. A newly launched podcast is shaking up the architectural ironmongery trade, tackling the issues that ...

According to new research, 68% of UK adults would not consider a career in the construction sector, associating the industry with words like "dirty", "strenuous" and "boring". The survey, conducted by ...

Aircrete manufacturer H+H has appointed Mark Walker to the role of Regional Account Manager – Private Housebuilding. Walker joins H+H with over 35 years’ experience in the industry and is well versed ...

The BMF (Builders' Merchants Federation) received three trophies at the Association Excellence Awards 2024. The building materials trade body won the Best Member Engagement Award and the Silver Award ...

Analysis by marketing data specialist Insight Data shows the number of builders’ merchant insolvencies jumping from 14 in September to 22 in October this year. This substantial 57% increase highlights ...

Timber imports to the UK have continued to stabilise during 2024, following very similar patterns to those seen in 2023 for the first eight months of the year. The latest figures for August 2024, from ...

Archwood Group has invested over £500,000 in CNC machinery from JJ Smith, a trusted partner of over 35 years. This new equipment enhances Archwood’s production capabilities for its Richard Burbidge ...

Cheshire-based Marthall Tree Products has just taken delivery of two new specialist delivery vehicles. The new vehicles, two 26-tonne MAN TGS 26.330 6x2 rigids, are fitted with tailor-made 7.5metre ...

Geberit UK, a provider of sanitary and piping systems, has achieved recognition as one of the UK's Best Mid-Sized Companies to Work For. The firm has been ranked number 61 in the UK’s Top 100 league ...

Carl Kammerling International (CKI), the home of C.K Tools, has announced the launch of its new website. The revamped site delivers an enhanced user experience, demonstrating the company’s commitment ...

UAP Ltd, a Manchester-based door hardware specialist, has announced revenue of £28.4 million for its latest financial year, marking its 15th consecutive year of revenue growth. UAP revenues grew by ...

The local timber and builders’ merchants, based in Stoke on Trent and Telford, have supported Trentham Rugby Club’s under 11’s team as the shirt sponsor for the 2024-2025 season. The importance of ...