Timber is a timeless material, but it’s not right for every setting. F.H. Brundle’s Rinato range of composite fencing and decking provides one versatile alternative. There will always be a place for the traditional timber fence. People have been putting up wooden fences for thousands of years, and as long as human beings are around, […]Read More

Now in their seventh year, the Wood Protection Association Awards and Conference have become a popular annual event that showcases wood protection technology as a relevant and vital part of the timber industry, whilst keeping members abreast of the latest developments. This year’s event was held in late September in Coventry and a fantastic time […]Read More

When it comes to selecting fence panels, many end-users often desire a solution that utilises traditional materials; however, unfortunately, this can result in a poor level of offence performance. Here, Birkdale Managing Director, John Abernethie explains how composite gravel boards can actually offer a fencing solution that maximises both aesthetic quality and longevity. Traditionally, timber […]Read More

In a move that reaffirms its commitment to delivering outstanding customer service, the power tool manufacturer, Makita UK is delighted to unveil its new Factory Service Centre (FSC) in Blakelands, Milton Keynes. Makita UK has relocated its Milton Keynes Factory Service Centre site (located at the company’s headquarters), to a new, larger location to house […]Read More

Modern-day alternative to creosote recognised by prestigious UK timber industry awards Tanasote™ was launched across Europe earlier in the year following Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) authorisation. The timber industry is hardworking, passionate and always looking at ways to drive forward. Each year, both the Timber Trades Journal(TTJ) and the Wood Protection Association (WPA) celebrate this […]Read More

A combination of flexibility, adaptability and the quest for more environmentally sustainable electric fencing solutions has led to considerable growth in solar powered energiser options. And new multi-powered options are anticipated to maintain this trend. Mark Oliver, UK Sales Manager with Gallagher says that solar energisers have been the biggest growth area across all sectors […]Read More

The easy-to-install bolt-on lock range will now include the BDGW – the Superlock for your wooden gates. This fully mechanical digital lock offers high quality with stainless steel construction and adapted fixings that work well on outdoor wooden gates. A simple and secure solution for access control on your outside gate. Built from Stainless Steel […]Read More

James Jones’s new visitor building has won two awards in the Scottish Design Awards 2021, winning both the Architecture award for a ‘Commercial / Office / Hotel Building or Project’ and the overall ‘Architecture Grand Prix for Architecture’. The Scottish Design Awards are open to all architects, engineers, graphic, interior and digital designers to celebrate […]Read More

James Jones Group’s Lockerbie site is the largest sawmill complex in the UK and the most technically advanced. Rob MacKenna, General Manager at James Jones Lockerbie site explained: “The idea for the building recognised the need to provide increased office accommodation, better visitor facilities and the opportunity to host on-site training courses and industry meetings,which previously […]Read More