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Encasement moves to larger premises and invests in new products

During the past 12 months Encasement has experienced a sustained period of growth, which has not only enabled the company to buck the industry trend, but has also triggered a move to larger premises plus significant investment in new products, machinery and personnel. Sales have grown consistently during the past year across its range of decorative casings and wall protection systems for the social housing, health, education and architectural ... [more]

Surestop Water Switch allows homeowners to control their water supply in the event of a leak

Industry statistics provided by the Association of British Insurers show that water damage claims resulting from leaks and burst pipes are increasing each year with £93 million paid out by the industry in 2008 compared to £35 million in 2005. The current cold weather that we have seen in the UK is likely to mean a further increase for 2009 /10. One of the main reasons why the cost of this type of claim is high is because of the difficulty peop... [more]

RITE-LOK Pipe Sealant PS77 meets the requirements of the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme

RITE-LOK Pipe Sealant PS77 from 3M has received independent accreditation that it meets the requirements of the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS). The product has been tested by Intertek against the criteria of BS6920:2000 Part 1 (Suitability of non-metallic products for use in contact with water intended for human consumption with regard to their effect on the quality of the water) and found to be suitable for use with hot water of up ... [more]

BrassCraft Tankless Water Heater Installation Kits benefit plumbers with gains in productivity

Tankless water heaters are clearly a growth segment in the plumbing industry, supported by federal tax incentives and heightened consumer sensitivity to resource conservation. Also, consumers are paying more attention to the physical appearance and user-interface of their home utility systems. BrassCraft's Tankless Water Heater Installation Kits were created to address both demands. BrassCraft's full line of Tankless Water Heater Installation ... [more]

Power station that generates electricity from wood waste uses Pipe Center pipework solutions

The new Western Bioenergy Plant at Port Talbot, developed by Eco2 Ltd in a joint venture with the Western Log Group, cost £33million to build. Funded by Good Energies Investments Ltd and supported in grant aid by the Welsh Assembly European Funding Office and the DTI, the plant is now up and running following a two-year construction project. The plant takes surplus wood waste from local sawmills and forests that would otherwise be thrown away,... [more]

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