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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 >>

The Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has published new guidance to help local authorities in England improve the energy efficiency of their residential housing. Issued under the Home Energy Conservation Act (HECA), the guidance asks local authorities to … More >>

Alumasc’s Swisslab External Wall Insulation (EWI) system has been used as part of the major refurbishment of Quinton’s Court in Needham Market, a mixed use development comprising commercial premises and social housing managed by Suffolk Housing Society. Converted some years … More >>

Helena Partnership’s Moss Bank housing scheme in St Helens has been shortlisted in the Domestic Retrofit category of this year’s Greenbuild Awards.  Alumasc’s Swisspan External Wall Insulation was installed on the scheme which comprises 107 British Iron and Steel Federation … More >>

Ecobuild 2012 promises to be an exciting show for Alumasc Facades on Stand number S2010. A combination of new and well-established products will be on display, demonstrating Alumasc’s focus on sustainable building products for energy and water management within the … More >>

Alumasc will be showcasing their range of thermally efficient External Wall Insulation (EWI) solutions on Stand E26 at this year’s Greenbuild Expo, on 9th and 10th May at Manchester Central. Greenbuild Expo is the UK’s newest sustainable building and refurbishment … More >>

Alumasc’s BBA Approved Swisslab External Wall Insulation (EWI) system is now approved for use with Silkolitt Silicone Render (BBA Certificate Number 93/2914 – Product Sheet No.s 1-3).  The new certification supports Alumasc’s extensive portfolio of BBA Approved façade systems and … More >>

Ecobuild is over for another year, with exhibitors now returning to their offices to evaluate the success of the new venue at London’s Excel Centre.  Alumasc’s stand was a hive of activity for the duration of the show, with main attractions on … More >>

The thermal and sustainable benefits of cork insulation were key in its specification for a unique social housing refurbishment scheme in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Staffordshire – the first significant use of Cork EWI on social housing in the UK. Managed by Aspire … More >>

Alumasc’s Swistherm and NHBC approved Swisrail External Wall Insulation systems have received industry recognition at this year’s INCA (Insulated Cladding and Render Association) Awards. The Award ceremony was held at Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium on Wednesday 13 October, where the distinctive … More >>