Schools can’t cut corners on security. But in education, budgets are tight. How do you square that circle? By finding the right supplier. At F.H.Brundle, we’ve helped dozens of schools, colleges, and universities keep students safe and secure. In our vast and ever-expanding range, you’ll find products that offer outstanding performance at competitive prices. Our […]
Middlesbrough College is the largest college in Teesside. The main college building has won numerous design awards as a landmark project in the regeneration of the area. GM Contracts was hired as the flooring contractor. This project involved fitting 900 metres of stair nosing, which needed to be durable and reliable, in order to deal […]
With wet and windy weeks ahead, it is crucial that your automatic doors operate with optimum efficiency, maintaining smooth flowing foot traffic throughout campus and allowing staff and pupils to access buildings quickly and promptly. Regular servicing and maintenance of automatic entrances helps to ensure reliable operation, whatever the weather throws at them. With a […]
ROCKWOOL, the UK’s leading stone wool insulation manufacturer, has launched a new CPD (Continuing Professional Development) module to help roofing contractors and specifiers assess and mitigate potential fire safety risks for flat roofs used as additional functional space of a building. Flat roofs are a common construction, especially in busy urban environments where space is […]
Education Minister Paul Givan has announced new build projects for seven schools across Northern Ireland will now progress in planning. The Minister has written to Principals following his decision to lift the pause on a number of schools in the worst condition, announced for capital funding in 2022. The schools that will now progress in […]
Zentia, the UK’s market leader in complete ceiling solutions, proudly announces the launch of ‘Oplia,’ the latest family addition to its product portfolio. Formerly recognised as Perla, the renaming reflects Zentia’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of design and functionality in ceiling tiles. The range, launched on the 10th January, offers a diverse set of […]
Rinnai is embarking on an ambitious and innovative programme of launching several new products within its H1 – Hydrogen and DME ready water heaters, H2 – Hybrid systems and H3 – Low-GWP heat pumps product categories. These new products will ensure the company offers a comprehensive range of appliances and systems for heating and hot […]
Demand for moveable walls from within the education sector has grown in recent years, with schools, colleges and universities all aiming to create adaptable space. With moveable walls becoming increasingly integral to the smooth running of the curriculum, emphasis must be placed on maintenance and service of the system, minimising the risk of unscheduled downtime, […]
By Jennifer Castle, Chief Operating Officer at LHC Procurement Group. A lot was written about the problem of crumbling concrete in 2023 after it was discovered in the walls, roofs and floors of 174 schools across the country. With increased media interest came new disclosures: hospitals, housing, […]
Dancers can spend hours working in a dance studio, it is their place of work and should offer a safe environment fit for purpose. The floor is a dancer’s most important work tool; not only is it the canvas for their creativity, it also gives them protection against slips, falls and longer-term stress injuries. Experienced […]