Something new is coming. Comfort is about to change. Ferroli UK is preparing to unveil a new renewable heating product on 1 November 2026. The launch comes after the Ferroli Group introduced its new brand identity on 15 September 2026, bringing a new logo, colour palette, typography, photography and tone of voice, together with the international claim “Feel well. Live inspired.” The new identity is already live across Ferroli’s digital channels at ferroli.com and will extend

Knauf Gypsum will give visitors to Education Estates (20-21 October 2026) a first look at its new specification guide, which brings together current and previous Department for Education (DfE) master plans, system selection and specification in one place. In a sector first, the Knauf Design Guide: Education maps systems against the latest DfE Construction Framework 2025 floorplans, while also covering Pre CF25 designs for projects already in development. Developed using fee

Rinnai Director Chris Goggin confronts the question surrounding heat pump installations: how does the idea of heat pumps being classified as the primary solution towards domestic and commercial decarbonisation compare to the direction of the UK low carbon heating and hot water technology market? Heat pumps are a huge part of the UK's plans to lower carbon emissions, but to fulfil the aims of the UK Department of Energy Security and NetZero, heat pumps must become more accessi

All the companies and projects shortlisted ahead of the black-tie ceremony at Excel London on 25 November. The London Construction Awards 2026 has today revealed its shortlist, recognising the standout projects, products, teams and achievements from across the UK's construction and built environment industry. The shortlist was drawn from hundreds of entries received ahead of this year's deadline. Winners will be selected by an independent judging panel of senior figures from

Rinnai Director Chris Goggin evaluates the new potential path of UK emissions reductions under Prime Minister Andy Burnham. As NetZero has become increasingly polarising both domestically and internationally by some mainstream media outlets, the UK’s pursuit of carbon neutrality must be adapted to match both public demand and market forces. Continue reading to see the how and why of NetZero being altered to combat diminishing political and public support fuelled by global eco

Specification, installation and maintenance are critical to fire door performance, but there’s another measure of fire door safety that is all too often overlooked: what happens to the door during everyday use. Sue Corrick of Allegion explores some of the most common end user concerns. Correct specification, expert installation and routine maintenance are all prerequisites of fire door safety. These principles are well established and regulated within passive fire protection

Senior Architectural Systems has returned to the Building Centre with a new permanent product stand showcasing the company’s latest aluminium window, door and curtain wall systems. Located in central London, the Building Centre is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting innovation in the built environment. Its exhibition space provides leading manufacturers, including Senior, with the opportunity to showcase a selection of market-leading products. Positioned within t

Fernox has donated £10,000 to Woking & Sam Beare Hospice through its ESI Foundation. The donation will contribute to the vital specialist support the charity provides to those receiving end-of-life care across six Surrey boroughs. The hospice was selected due to the personal connections many Fernox employees have with the charity. Woking & Sam Beare Hospice is a patient-led charity that provides palliative and end-of-life care to people living with advanced, life-limiting ill

For architects seeking a material that offers flexibility, durability and reliable structural performance, reinforced cast stone provides a practical and enduring solution. With extensive experience in the design and manufacture of bespoke reinforced cast stone, Haddonstone supports projects of every scale with high-quality products. Cast stone remains one of the most versatile materials. Suitable for newbuild, retrofit and restoration projects, it combines strength, design f

Nelson Place, one of Northern Ireland’s largest student accommodation developments, has used Brett Martin’s Glass Link rooflight system above one of the building’s atriums. The rooflight has introduced high levels of natural daylight, a key design requirement that played a fundamental role in enhancing student wellbeing, boosting concentration and creating a healthy environment for learning and living. The 12-storey Nelson Place shows how thoughtful design and high-performanc

Ideal Commercial Heating has launched a new white paper exploring how hybrid heating systems can support the decarbonisation of commercial buildings while addressing the practical constraints faced by specifiers and building owners. Titled The Future of Sustainable Commercial Heating: The Role of Hybrid Systems, the document examines the decision-making process behind commercial heating decarbonisation projects and highlights why hybrid systems are being adopted as part of a

Leviat has officially opened its new multi-million pound manufacturing facility at The Airfields in Deeside, North Wales, continuing the company’s long history of investing in manufacturing technology and engineering excellence. The 104,000 sq ft facility, Leviat's first purpose-built manufacturing site in Wales, becomes the sole production site for the full Helifix range and manufactures Ancon products destined primarily for the high-rise residential sector. It also serves a

With regulatory scrutiny of carbon claims increasing, architects and specifiers are under growing pressure to justify carbon decisions, often relying on product comparisons that fail to reflect a building’s true environmental performance. Insulation Manufacturers Association (IMA) is hosting a webinar to help building professionals understand what to look for, and what to question, when assessing whole-life carbon and fabric-first insulation strategies. The webinar on Thursda

Senior Architectural Systems has returned to the Building Centre with a new permanent product stand that showcases the company’s latest aluminium window, door and curtain wall systems. Located in central London, the Building Centre is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting innovation in the built environment and features a large exhibition area where leading manufacturers such as Senior showcase a selection of market‑leading products. Positioned within the Build

A fully compatible selection of FIREFLY barrier products was employed to protect an oil tank situated alongside one of the warehouses within the London Gateway port on the River Thames, during a rapid, nine-day contract. The work at the container terminal was carried out on behalf of DP by Midlands-based Krasi Fire Protection, a FIREFLY Preferred Installer, in consultation with the FIREFLY Technical Team – creating a high-level vertical barrier 25 metres long with a four-metr