All articles by Rachakatla Srinivas
Rachakatla Srinivas
Pfleiderer deal saves 3,600 jobs
Panels giant Pfleiderer has completed the restructuring process begun two years ago, which will guarantee 3,600 jobs in the group.
KVH producer buys Rettenmeier site
German KVH producer Junginger Naturholzwerk has bought the Gaildorf-Unterrot site from construction products group Rettenmeier Holdings.
Timber windows grow market value
The value of timber windows installed grew by 6% in housing and 4% overall, according to the Wood Windows Alliance (WWA) Members’ Meeting.
Confor welcomes gangmaster law fee waiver
Confor has welcomed the government’s decision to allow the Gangmasters Licensing Authority (GLA) to waive fees for issuing licences to forestry businesses, pending a ruling on whether the sector should be completely exempt from gangmaster legislation.
Sprinkler system developed for frame sites
Trials are set to begin early next year on a self-contained modular sprinkler system to protect timber frame construction sites.
FSC targets fibreboard for change
The FSC has launched a campaign to persuade forest owners and panel manufacturers to introduce more certified fibreboard.
Back to school for Stewart Milne
Stewart Milne Timber Systems has started work on a £65m student accommodation complex in Colchester for the University of Essex.
Plywood Club at 60
The Plywood Club of London has another 60 years in it and more, but needs to continue to attract new members, and particularly younger elements of the trade.
Travis Perkins turnover creeps up
Travis Perkins reports group turnover up 1.6% in the first 11 months to the end of November, and has announced a project to help customers capitalise on the UK’s drive to sustainable construction.
Wood Awards launch app
A free app has been launched by the Wood Awards, giving instant access to photos and technical details of the winners and shortlisted entries for this year’s competition.