John Roper praises the FIT Show but moves on to more important things – lives at risk and lives lost by fire caused by the ignition of flammable cladding. ‘How is it that building regulations,’ Roper asks, ‘the building inspectors, the planning authorities, indeed the whole system, could allow dangerous materials to be specified, let alone, used at all’? as he references both Lakanal and Grenfell.
FIT Show Review
The biggest event in the fenestration calendar took place in the week preceding the Early Spring Bank Holiday. There is no rest for the wicked as they say – and our wicked team of reporters skipped the extra day off and worked to bring you the earliest – and best – review of the FIT Show. Five full pages of all that was best at the exhibition for the trade that will steer market and product trends for at least the next two year…and we have the dates for the event in 2027.
Business never sleeps
With businesses failing or like WH Smiths, having to evolve, as economic pressures mount, resilience is key. Andrew Scott explains why now is the time to hold your nerve, stay visible and keep investing in growth. Scott asserts that ‘business never sleeps’ and this applies particularly to entrepreneurs who are driven individuals, especially in the face of adversity. So let the tough get going.
The introduction of ‘reciprocal’ tariffs has nonetheless delivered a shock to the global economy and while the UK has escaped the brunt of Trump’s frustrations, the escalating trade war between the US, China and Europe, will have clear ramifications for the UK construction industry. What will US tariffs do to the UK construction industry? Nigel Headford, chief executive of the Council for Aluminium in Building asks.
Old and solid gold
When it comes to investing in a new CNC or saw, second hand really doesn’t have to mean second best, writes Emmegi (UK) operations manager Wayne Hunter. Our in-house machine refurbishment programme offers a sustainable route to Emmegi machinery ownership.
For ease, with ease
The whole building sector is being challenged by the skills crisis, a demand for fast turnaround and the need to address sustainability. In the façade sector, this is resulting in demand for curtain walling systems that are not only high-performing but also quicker and easier to fabricate and install, writes Crispin Jedrzejewski.
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