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Three In Five Workers Stressed At Work
More than three in five workers (64 per cent) admit to feeling stressed at work, according to research from YouGov conducted on behalf of Westfield Health. The finding could potentially lead to ‘bigger problems down the line’ for UK businesses, YouGov said. The survey questioned over 2,000 working adults and…
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Renovation of floors with no downtime
This year at the 2013 Domotex in Hannover, Arboritec introduced Europe to UVElite, the most durable site-cured UV waterborne finish on market. The demonstration was met with enthusiasm across the board, and Arboritec couldn’t be more proud. UVElite is the result of 5 years of extensive research, development, testing and…
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NSCC Publishes Information on Carillion Early Payment Facility
Following Carillion’s decision to increase its maximum payment terms to suppliers to 120 days as part of its Early Payment Facility (EPF), NSCC has published detailed information for Specialist Contractors setting out the potential issues that they should be aware of when signing up to the scheme. Earlier this year,…
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Sektor launched to the interior solutions market!
A new range of professional interior solutions, including glazed and flexible partitioning, cubicles, storage walls, shelving, and doors has launched under the brand-name Sektor. Available exclusively at leading interior building solutions distributor CCF and via www.sektorinterior.com, each product has been designed to meet contractor demand for value, availability, reliable service…
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Kahrs reflects contemporary woodland trend
Kährs new Harmony Collection reflects the key trend for rustic natural surfaces with subtle design features. The cost effective range includes fourteen designs, each crafted in Sweden from sustainable European oak and ash. Hand-brushing removes pulpy softwood to expose natural graining and annual rings, which reinforce the natural look. Some…
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CAT in NEW YORK
C.A.T the UK’s market leading manufacturer of specialist flooring accessories will be exhibiting its range of individual and unique flooring accessories in New York City in October at BuildExpo NYC. 2013 has been an exciting year for C.A.T, having launched our specialist ranges into the American market back in January at the Surfaces Flooring…
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Carpet Recycling UK inspires retailers
More retailers have been inspired to start recycling their carpet waste and benefit from savings in disposal costs following Carpet Recycling UK’s presence at the 2013 Harrogate Flooring Show. CRUK, the industry’s association for recycling and reusing carpet, attracted record levels of interest through its stand and seminar sessions, which…
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Interfloor expands warehousing capacity
Interfloor has commenced work on a warehouse extension at its underlay manufacturing centre in Haslingden, Lancashire. The 10,000 square feet extension is due to open in the autumn and will accommodate the planned growth in scrap polyurethane foam which is recycled to manufacture Tredaire PU foam underlay. Phil Reeder, Interfloor…
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Three senior appointments as Mapei growth continues
Mapei UK has announced three senior appointments. Phil Breakspear has been promoted to joint Managing Director, whilst Kevin Field takes on the role of Sales Director and Huw Morgan that of Sales Manager, for the UK and Republic of Ireland. The appointments reflect Mapei’s huge success and impressive growth in…
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Bostik Screedmaster Ultimate the Choice for Leeds first direct arena
A full system of Bostik subfloor preparation products, including Screedmaster Ultimate smoothing compound, has been specified by Soper Group for a high profile new arena in Leeds. The first direct arena is a new 13,500 capacity entertainment arena, and the first of its kind for the city. Leeds had…
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Lano Carpets dazzle at Harrogate 2013
Belgian carpet manufacturer Lano Carpets once again returned to the Harrogate Flooring Show to launch exciting new additions to its carpet collections as well as showcase the existing impressive and diverse range of residential carpet styles. Startwist Elite, designed as a celebration of the carpet’s 20th anniversary was welcomed as…
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New WoolSafe App a clean success at Harrogate 2013
The WoolSafe Organisation once again enjoyed success at the Flooring Show where the newly launched Carpet Stain Cleaning Guide App gained praise and recognition amongst retailers and manufacturers alike as one of the most innovative and useful new resources for expert carpet care advice. Passionate to promote the very best…
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With this floor you are spoiling us Ambassador
Ambassador marble effect cork flooring from Granorte Vinylcork collection makes for a bold and dramatic design statement with the warmth and underfoot feel that only cork can bring. With a seductive dark appeal, the intense colour of Ambassador coupled with a gently marbled effect gives a rich and elegant look…
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Cushion vinyl from IVC Group
IVC Group has announced an update to one of its most popular collections of cushion vinyl flooring rolling out across the UK this autumn. With over 5000 sample books rolling out to distributors across the country, this updated collection includes some of the Belgian manufacturer’s most popular decors given a…
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Crown Floors leaves a royal impression on Harrogate
For the third year running, Crown Floors returned to the halls of Harrogate to impress and delight visitors with its on-trend carpet creations and the benefits and rewards offered through the Crown Floors Loyalty Club. Retailers at the show discovered the delightful brand new Penrose and Roseland collections available from…
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It’s all in a days work with Schluter
Cutting installation time by up to 70%, boasting an extremely low assembly height (5.5mm) and providing one unique underfloor heating system all available from a market leading innovative manufacturer – Schlüter®-DITRA-HEAT-E has arrived! Schlüter-Systems has developed a unique electrical underfloor heating system that eradicates sticky situations, measuring mistakes and self…
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LIVYN Courses well underway at the Quick-Step Academy
Flooring installers are already benefitting from the experience and knowledge gained from new LIVYN Foundation and Master Installer courses at the Quick-Step Academy. Since the announcement of the new LIVYN luxury vinyl addition to the Quick Step family, installers have been flocking to sign up for the course that offers…
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Construction Statistics 14
Construction Statistics – No. 14, 2013 Edition Released: 23 August 2013 – Download PDF Contents Abstract Acknowledgements Chapter 1 – New Orders Chapter 2 – Output Chapter 3 – Structure of the Industry Chapter 4 – Price Indices Chapter 5 – Cost Indices Chapter 6 – Investment Chapter 7 – Government Departments’…
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Statistical bulletin: Retail Sales, July 2013
Part of Retail Sales, July 2013 Release Released: 15 August 2013 – Download PDF Contents Key Points Key Figures At a Glance Internet Sales Sector Summary Distribution Analysis Background notes Statistical contacts Key Points Estimates of retail sales for July showed continued growth in the quantity bought (or sales volumes) in the…
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UK Trade – June 2013
Statistical bulletin: UK Trade, June 2013 Released: 09 August 2013 – Download PDF Contents Key Points Key Figures Summary Longer Term Perspective Value of UK Trade in Goods Trade in Goods – EU Analysis Trade in Goods – Non-EU Analysis Trade in Goods – One Month Geographical Analysis Trade in Goods – Quarterly…
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Economic Review, August 2013
Part of Economic Review, August 2013 Release Released: 09 August 2013 – Download PDF Contents Abstract Summary Preliminary estimate of GDP Monthly output data Demand side indicators Real household disposable income GFCF and Business Investment Supply side indicators Reference tables Background notes Key Points – This note draws together key economic stories…
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Output in the Construction Industry, June 2013
Part of Output in the Construction Industry, June and Q2 2013 Release Released: 09 August 2013 Download PDF Contents Key Points Introduction Economic Background Output in the Construction Industry, June and Q2 2013 GDP Impact and Components Background notes Statistical contacts Key Points The seasonally adjusted chained volume measure of construction output…
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CCF MANAGING DIRECTOR JOINS AIS BOARD
Howard Luft, Managing Director of leading interior building products distributor CCF, has been appointed to the Board of the Association of Interior Specialists (AIS). The AIS Board of Directors is an elected group of industry leaders who are responsible for the association’s policies and direction. Elections are held annually with…
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Carpet tile recycling – opportunities for FM
Increasing the reuse or recycling of the estimated 58 million individual carpet tiles uplifted each year in the UK is a key focus for Carpet Recycling UK as it strives to divert more material from landfill and to help organisations achieve zero to landfill targets. In 2011, an estimated 750,000…
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SIKA BONDS WITH SUFFOLK FOOD HALL
Integral to the installation of the 415m2 wooden floor at the Cookhouse restaurant in Suffolk Food Hall, Ipswich, Sika’s trusted Rapid DPM and SikaBond-52 adhesive have been used to ensure an incredibly strong bond. Offering views of the River Orwell, the new Cookhouse restaurant is a unique place to eat…
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