Sanicondens removes acidic condensate safely

Boiler in a basement? Air-con in the attic? Refrigeration system too far from the drain? Sound familiar? It probably is. Saniflo has, for over 60 years, been supplying pumps, macerators and lifting stations that address the problem of waste discharge... View Article

‘O’ for a balance between thermal comfort and health

Meeting Part O means achieving a balance between thermal comfort and healthy indoor air quality for residents; as James Fisher from Titon Ventilation explains Ventilation plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy and comfortable indoor environment in residential applications.... View Article

Effective Business Development Strategies for Architects

Introduction: Business development is a crucial aspect of success for architects. It involves strategies and activities aimed at creating and maintaining relationships with clients, identifying new business opportunities, and ultimately growing the firm. In this article, we will discuss some... View Article

8 Smart Design Choices To Hide Ugly Home Appliances

In the pursuit of a visually appealing home, bulky and unsightly appliances can often seem like necessary evils—indispensable yet aesthetically challenging.  However, with a bit of creativity and strategic design, you can seamlessly integrate these functional items into your living... View Article

A Year On: Progress on Part L, F & O

Architects’ Datafile has launched a new white paper, revisiting the updated Building Regulations Parts L, F and O. In February 2023 we surveyed architects on their knowledge and approach to the updated Building Regulations Parts L, F and O (the... View Article

Creak-free flooring from West Fraser

CaberFloor P5 is a high-performance particleboard from West Fraser, which is widely specified by developers, architects and self-builders due to its stability, durability and ease of installation. The high-density panels come in thicknesses of 18 or 22mm, in both square-edged... View Article

A more modern way to manage wastewater

David Stagg from Graf UK explains why innovative sequencing technology is the way forward for efficient wastewater management in developments Nutrient neutrality that requires reductions in nitrates and phosphates, reducing ammonia levels in the effluent and carbon dosing – the... View Article

Cowie charity donations

The team at West Fraser’s plant in Cowie, Scotland has donated a total of £13,000 to four local community groups which provide vital care and wellbeing support. Staff at the site handed out this beneficial funding to the groups and charities,... View Article

Fix project performance and aesthetics

Mark Newell of EJOT highlights how some of the latest developments in fixings and profiles are enhancing system performance and aesthetics External wall insulation (EWI) systems, which we also refer to as ETICS, are playing a crucial role in upgrading... View Article

Bring steel windows and doors into the bathroom

Steel in the home continues to dominate in the home fashion stakes; internal partitions and large steel windows replace solid doors and walls in contemporary homes. And, with advice from the Steel Window Association, homeowners can enjoy plenty of options... View Article