Category Archives: Sustainability

The total absence of or the provision of inadequate irrigation systems is one of the commonest reasons for planting failures on green roofs, or within planters. Here we take a quick look at some of the pressures and solutions for … More >>

Back in 2015 Alumasc Roofing Systems installed their pioneering Blue Roof Water Attenuation System ‘BluRoof’ at University of Bristol’s Arts and Social Sciences Lecture Theatre – the first Alumasc BluRoof system installed within the UK. As part of University of … More >>

Alumasc is proud to announce that we have two sustainable and innovative green roof projects shortlisted at this year’s 2018 NFRC  (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) Awards, below we look back at the green roof projects… Project One: Tucked away … More >>

Alumasc’s Blue Roof system is a single source, fully warranted waterproofing and sustainable drainage solution. Exploiting the combined expertise of Alumasc’s Roofing Division and Harmer Engineered Drainage Systems; allowing a truly single source solution that we believe is integral to … More >>

The Triangle, the new international headquarters brings together all Cambridge Assessment’s Cambridge-based staff, currently based in 11 different offices across the city, bringing them all under one roof. The site is on what was previously Cambridge University Press’s Edinburgh Building … More >>

Due to heightened activity and demand in the Northern Regions of the UK, Alumasc Roofing Systems have strengthened their ranks over the past 12 months.   TEAM BIOGRAPHY:   Liam Jackson MSc AIoR – Technical Manager – Northern UK & … More >>

Hydrotech Structural Waterproofing contains an impressive post-consumer recycled content of 30%, making it the choice of professionals in an ever-growing sustainable environment. Independently verified by Underwriters Laboratories – Hydrotech offers 30% recycled content. The Hydrotech component formula is a unique … More >>

The £4.5 million Moondance Sports Hall will provide a new space for the students of the college to work together to improve their health, fitness and wellbeing.     This project utilised 1,500m2 of Hydrotech Hot Melt Waterproofing and Blackdown … More >>

Smithfield Square is one of St James Homes latest developments offering luxury suites, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. The two live work units give residents the opportunity to relax in luxury and comfort, whilst being able to work with convenience. … More >>

Tucked away in the rolling hillsides of Monmouthshire is The Decoy Bunker. The original bunker was built in 1941 and was designed as a special decoy target for German bombers. The secluded bunker has now been fully restored using Alumasc’s … More >>