Category Archives: Facades

Since the Green Deal launched back in January, key industry professionals are keen to reflect on the impact it’s had during Q1 of trade. A distinct lack of Government support to engage with the public over this initiative is apparent, and it’s fair … More >>

Alumasc’s Swistherm External Wall Insulation (EWI) system has been used to transform the thermal performance and aesthetic appeal of a social housing scheme in Salford. Managed by multi-award-winning social housing company, Salix Homes, the 54 flats at Stoney Knoll and … More >>

Alumasc Facades has recently launched a new External Wall Insulation (EWI) training video.  The film provides a step by step guide to the application of the Swisslab EWI system, incorporating a silicone render finish. Alumasc has been developing and delivering thermally … More >>

On Monday 28th January, the Department of Energy and Climate Change launched the Green Deal, giving people the opportunity to transform their homes by paying for energy efficient home improvements with the savings from their energy bills. The Green Deal … More >>

Last week, more than 100 energy companies, charities and businesses, collectively known as The Fuel Poverty Advisory Group (FPAG) joined forces to warn Prime Minister David Cameron that Britain is heading towards a fuel poverty crisis due to a failure of government … More >>

ST Silkolitt silicone render from Alumasc has helped to create a welcoming and contemporary facade for a new special school in the West Midlands. The new £6.4 million Old Park Special School in Dudley has been rebuilt on the modern … More >>

The National Insulation Association (NIA) has been working with the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) and the Department of Communities and Local Government (DCLG) to seek relaxations and improvements to the planning process for Solid Wall Insulation (SWI) … More >>

A string of harsh winters and a raft of financial incentives have created a growing interest in insulation which offers real opportunities for installers, according to new research by the Energy Saving Trust (EST). The survey showed that more than … More >>

Alumasc Facades welcomes the publication of a UK Addendum to an important European Guideline, regarding the application of External Wall Insulation (EWI). The EAE European Guideline for the Application of ETICS (External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems – the European term … More >>

Alumasc’s Swisrail External Wall Insulation (EWI) system has provided an NHBC approved facade solution for the new Keir Hardie Health Park in South Wales.  Designed by the Bristol studio of architects BDP, the health park in Merthyr Tydfil is scheduled … More >>