http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/ Construction and building industry news for SME and local builders in the UK. en Copyright 2008 Fri, 09 May 2008 09:39:49 +0000 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss SED (Site Equipment Demonstration) is in top gear and going at full throttle in preparation for the forthcoming show at Rockingham Motor Speedway, Corby Northamptonshire from 13th – 15th May 2008. This year’s event is officially the largest SED ever staged in its 42-year history. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/05/13th-15th-may-sed-stages-large.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/05/13th-15th-may-sed-stages-large.html SED CONSTRUCTION SHOW LARGEST EVER Fri, 09 May 2008 09:39:49 +0000 Building on the success of last year’s show the SED team is launching a brand new zone at SED 2008 (13th – 15th May at Rockingham Motor Speedway, Corby Northamptonshire)– Builders Box Live – which is an indoor area, located within the green pavilion, dedicated to the small professional builder and trade professional.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/builders-box-live-preview.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/builders-box-live-preview.html Fri, 14 Mar 2008 11:08:41 +0000 DTAS - the Sheffield based Diamond Tools specialist is exhibiting at SED for the first time this year in the Diamond Zone pavilion. The company is showing its latest innovation – the Duro Ultra Rippa blade. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/new-blade-from-dtas.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/new-blade-from-dtas.html Diamond Cutting Tue, 11 Mar 2008 18:59:05 +0000 Husqvarna is the latest company to book its stand in the new Diamond Zone at SED. The Diamond Zone is a joint venture between SED and the DSA (Drilling and Sawing Association, the new Zone is an area dedicated to diamond drilling and sawing products, and techniques. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/husqvarna-in-the-diamond-zone.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/husqvarna-in-the-diamond-zone.html Drilling and Sawing Tue, 11 Mar 2008 18:49:27 +0000 Exroc UK is coming to SED for the first time this year, exhibiting in the Builders Box Live pavilion. The company is showing its innovative Sylentmite product, which is used for controlled demolition. Exroc is using SED to introduce Sylentmite to the UK market and is looking for distributors.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/demolition-without-the-bang---with-sylentmite.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/demolition-without-the-bang---with-sylentmite.html Demolition Tue, 11 Mar 2008 17:16:01 +0000 SED (Site Equipment Demonstration) is not a show which lets the grass grow under its feet, which is why after 42-years, the show remains the UK’s premier construction event. SED endeavours to introduce new innovations year on year, and for SED 2008 (13th – 15th May 2008, Rockingham Motor Speedway, Corby, Northamptonshire), in addition to the new Builders Box Live show, SED has joined forces with the DSA (Drilling and Sawing Association) to create the Diamond Zone at SED, an area dedicated to diamond drilling and sawing products, and techniques.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/sed-and-the-dsa-join-forces-to-create-the-diamond-zone.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/sed-and-the-dsa-join-forces-to-create-the-diamond-zone.html Drilling and Sawing Tue, 11 Mar 2008 17:10:52 +0000 Camwatch is at back at SED this year after having a tremendous show debut in 2007. The company specialise in security and can save companies bundles of cash with their unique Camwatch TOWER system. At SED 2008 Camwatch will also be launching a new product.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/camwatch-is-back-after-first-year-success.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/camwatch-is-back-after-first-year-success.html Security Tue, 11 Mar 2008 17:00:32 +0000 Brokk, the world's leading supplier of remote controlled demolition robots, is making its first appearance at SED this year bringing two of the company’s latest machines. The Brokk 50, a remote-controlled demolition machine, is the newest and most compact model of the Brokk family. Weighing 1,050 pounds and measuring 24 inches wide, it offers effective operation in restrictive space. It climbs stairs but also fits in most elevators. With a 150-pound hard hitting hammer, it is a serious and safe option to handheld tools. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/brokks-sed-debut-with-remote-controlled-demolition-robots-.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/brokks-sed-debut-with-remote-controlled-demolition-robots-.html Demolition Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:54:32 +0000 Bonakemi is coming to SED for the first time this year – you’ll find them in the Builders Box Live pavilion. Parkett & Co. is designed to bring out the best in wooden floors. Supplied by BonaKemi, it’s a complete system of Swedish manufactured sanding machines, abrasives, adhesives, finishes and maintenance products which give the user a professional finish to their wooden floor. The machines have finger tip controls that raise and lower the drum and the sanding belts are continuous to help eliminate sanding marks and make changing belts easier and quicker. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/bonakemi-exhibit-at-sed-for-first-time.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/bonakemi-exhibit-at-sed-for-first-time.html Flooring Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:31:28 +0000 Exposure to high levels of noise is one of the most common hazards in the workplace, with inadequate protection potentially leading to lifelong damage. One consequence is the onset of tinnitus, a condition that affects almost five million people in the UK – a staggering 10% of the adult population.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/british-tinnitus-association-come-to-sed.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/03/british-tinnitus-association-come-to-sed.html Noise Reduction Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:08:59 +0000 The government's extension of its Home Information Packs (HIPs) scheme to include 3-bed homes from today (10 September) may leave some HIP providers floundering, a propery expert has warned. HIPs were introduced by the government in July to cover 4-bed properties, which are mostly freehold properties, meaning creation of HIPs is quite straightforward. But the 3-bed properties include many leasehold properties such as flats.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/02/home-information-packs-for-3be.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/02/home-information-packs-for-3be.html Legal Home Information Packs Thu, 14 Feb 2008 11:19:35 +0000 SED, the national show for construction, is launching a brand new event at the 2008 show, which takes place from 13-15 May at Rockingham Motor Speedway, Corby, Northamptonshire. Builders Box Live is a show within a show aimed at the small professional builder and trade professional. Key industry associations supporting Builders Box Live include the HAE (Hire Association Europe), CIWM (Chartered Institute of Waste Management), FMB (Federation of Master Builders) and the DSA (Drilling and Sawing Association). ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/02/sed-2008-launches-builders-box-1.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2008/02/sed-2008-launches-builders-box-1.html exhibition SED show Mon, 11 Feb 2008 09:13:04 +0000 Oxfordshire's Bybridge Construction beat the cream of Britain's builders to be crowned the Best Builder in Britain at this year's FMB Master Builder of the Year awards for an unusual renovation of a hillside Wesleyan Chapel in steel and glass. TV presenter Sarah Beeny presented the award to builder Mark Gaul and his team for their work transforming a previously derelict Chapel into a light, modern home with a stunning all glass room overlooking a hillside stream.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2007/11/bybridge-construction-is-best.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2007/11/bybridge-construction-is-best.html FMB Fri, 09 Nov 2007 14:04:23 +0000 Practical and affordable home renovation can be a highly effective way to combat global warming. That's the message from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), which has launched a 'green mission to help people understand more about energy efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of their home.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2007/10/home-renovation-can-cut-global.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2007/10/home-renovation-can-cut-global.html Sustainability energy efficiency FMB Part L sustainability Wed, 24 Oct 2007 17:13:51 +0000 Entrepreneurs in the building and construction sector fear the extension to holiday entitlement for UK workers will hit their profit, according to a new study. The research shows that some 60% of builders who run their own business think the new legislation will reduce their bottom line. Almost 60% that it will slow workplace productivity, reports the study by entrepreneur think tank, Tenon Forum. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2007/10/builders-fear-new-holiday-laws-1.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-news/2007/10/builders-fear-new-holiday-laws-1.html business trends holiday entitlement legal regulations Mon, 01 Oct 2007 16:39:13 +0000