A round-up of news from off-site manufacturers

  • Alumasc Rainwater, a supplier of roofing and guttering solutions, has partnered with Stormsaver, a UK leader in commercial rainwater harvesting, to provide a one-stop solution for rainwater management and recycling. The partnership was launched at Ecobuild 2012 and combines Alumasc’s experience in roofing and rainwater run-off with Stormsaver’s expertise in its collection, filtration and reuse.
  • Delta Membrane Systems has published a six-page brochure on Delta-MS Sub-base Course. The product offers an alternative to traditional lean-concrete sub-base courses, and the brochure provides a series of test results comparing Delta-MS Sub-base Course with other products.
  • Research organisation BSRIA has published The Illustrated Guide to Mechanical Building Services (BG 21/2012), which is an update to the previous edition, AG 15/2002. The guide provides basic reference information on mechanical building services systems for construction clients and professionals, covering key areas of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and controls, as well as pumps, pressurisation, low-carbon heat sources and MVHR systems.
  • ICI Paints AkzoNobel has launched a website for specifiers, designed to make paint selection as easy as possible. The site includes news, advice, interactive colour tools and product information for brands including Dulux Trade, Cuprinol Trade and Polycell Trade. An easy to navigate FAQ library makes it simpler for specifiers to find answers to queries. Specific advice for healthcare, education and retail environments can also be found in the “sector” area of the site. Visit www.specifytradepaint.co.uk for more information.