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FeaturesOf a different stripe: Nottingham's new science park
The sub-industrial grey box we normally associate with science parks is nowhere to be seen in HawkinsBrown and Studio Egret West’s park, camouflaged as it is by floating bulrushes and giant timber lily pads.
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Blueprint for leadership
While I admire the quality of the work architects produce, I cannot help but disagree with Keith Mason’s Open Mike (24 October). There is only room for one leader, but that isn’t necessarily the architect.
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Negative energy
It is surprising that some people still believe electricity to be 100% efficient (and clean).
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CommentHow does your garden grow?
The refurbishment of the Axis Design, Ecoterrace (7 November, page 54 and again, below left) is to be admired – but what have they done to the garden?
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Old houses for new
Eco-towns? A valid showcase for future sustainable development, but even with the increased rates of new build sought by the government, estimates suggest that 90% of the buildings that will be standing in 2050 have already been built.
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Building pathology: Solar heating
Problem-free running of solar heating systems will enhance the sustainability credentials of this renewable energy technology. Peter Mayer of Building LifePlans considers how to avoid problems
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FeaturesNothing to it: hollow concrete piling
When engineering contractor Stent wanted to improve the sustainability of its concrete pile foundations, it came up with a surprisingly simple solution. Make them hollow.
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Foam insulation boards
Dow Building Solutions has introduced Floormate 300-A to the UK. The blue extruded polystyrene foam insulation board is designed for use in floors, in applications ranging from residential to commercial buildings.
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Water-saving basin tap
Douglas Delabie has developed the TempoStop basin tap, which has been designed to use only four litres of water per minute.
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Recycled plastic
I-plas has launched what it says is a direct replacement for concrete, steel and wood.
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Wood and cement blocks
A wall form system of interlocking recycled wood and cement blocks from Durisol has been specified by Atlantic Developments for a new apartment scheme in the coastal town of Ilfracombe.
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FeaturesRoof insulation
Web Dynamics has launched TLX Gold, an all-in-one vapour permeable multi-foil insulation and heavy-duty breather membrane, which, says the company, is an efficient and effective insulation solution for roofs and loft conversions that does not eat into living space
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Thomas Vale profit rises 18%
West Midlands contractor Thomas Vale has announced an 18% increase in pre-tax profit to £1.62m for the six months to 30 September 2008.
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Public sector work bolsters Morgan Sindall construction
Morgan Sindall has said it is on track to deliver record results in 2008, thanks to its work in the public sector.
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Waterman holds on
Environmental and engineering consultant Waterman has said global growth and public sector work will ensure turnover expectations of £142m in the year to June 2009 will be met.
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North Midland suffers
North Midland Construction has said turnover in 2008 will fall below last year’s level of £211m because of the economic downturn.
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Planning website
A new website called itriggers.co.uk has been launched that allows contractors and suppliers to search a database of thousands of UK domestic and commercial planning applications.
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Balfour arm rebrands
Haden Building Management has rebranded as Balfour Beatty WorkPlace and plans to grow turnover from £400m to £1bn within five years, partly by making acquisitions.
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Keller looks positive
Groundwork specialist Keller has said results for 2008 will be at the top end of forecasts thanks to strong trading.