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Wrap up for winter with Kent based DrybagsUK

DrybagsUK are a small, newly-formed Kent-based business with over 20 years experience in the dry lining industry. Having worked and managed on a variety of build projects they appreciate first hand, the costs associated with damaged boards -  in both monetary terms and downtime. 

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Clark-Drain launches economical B125 block slot drainage channel

Drainage product and access cover leader, Clark-Drain, has launched the CD 430 a new CE marked block slot channel made from 100% recycled polypropylene which is fully certified to Load Class B125 BS EN 1433 for block paving and Load Class C250 BS EN 1433 for concrete.

Clark-Drain believes that the CD 430 is essential to domestic driveway applications because it offers a more robust and durable solution to the Class A15 block slot drainage channels often installed and answers the question over their suitability to manage the increasing loads of present-day cars and vans. 

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Join the green toilet revolution with Propelair's cost efficient solution

Join the toilet revolution! Be one of the first to experience a high performance toilet requiring only 1.5 litres of water per flush. Propelair is a reliable innovation, offering customers a green and cost efficient solution compared to conventional WC systems.

After 5 years of intensive research and development, the British designed and manufactured invention uses patented POWA displaced air technology, which creates a powerful high performance flush.

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An education in timber frame buildings by Scotts of Thrapston

Leading joinery manufacturer, Scotts of Thrapston, has launched a dedicated range of timber framed education buildings to cater for the increasing demand for additional classroom space in the nation’s schools. 

With more than 90 years’ experience in timber buildings, established over four generations, Scotts has used its expertise in equestrian buildings, pavilions, and specialist timber products such as summerhouses and garages, to carefully design a core range of education buildings that meet the needs and requirements of today’s pupils.

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Beware gangs of starving construction workers

No, not the next violent horror flick but a pretty good argument for ensuring that there’s food and drink available on site for when their energy starts to falter. 

With many construction sites too far from shops, or withrestricted access as a result of lengthy security measures the pressure is on the contractor to make good facilities available and keep costlyonsite canteens open during quieter periods. 

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