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Urban Heat Island Effect Temperatures are known to be higher in urban areas relative to surrounding rural areas, due to the higher quantity of impermeable, reflective surfaces and increased population density. Green roofs reverse this effect by returning moisture to the environment through evapotranspiration, reducing … More >>

UK Roofing Awards have become an industry-wide event that recognise and reward outstanding standards of workmanship and safety within the roofing industry.   The competition, covering the full spectrum of 12 roofing disciplines, runs from September to January every year … More >>

Alumasc along with Cambridge Flat Roofing are currently installing over 6500 m2 of podium, roadway, communal and private gardens for the Stoke Quay, Ipswich project.   Stoke Quay is a large development of private & social housing for Genesis Housing, … More >>

Alumasc is pleased to announce that Blackdown Green Roofs, part of their Roofing Division, has won the Green (Vegetated) Roof Contractor of the Year category at the NFRC Scottish Roofing Contractor Awards 2014. The award recognised Blackdown’s expert green roof … More >>

The National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) Scottish Roofing Contractor of the Year awards recognise and reward outstanding standards of workmanship and technical expertise in the roofing industry within Scotland. Alumasc Roofing Systems entered the SSE Hydro entertainment and sporting venue … More >>

Blackdown’s single source approach to the design, growing, supply, installation and maintenance of green roof solutions was borne out of its desire to ensure that the highest quality standards are achieved. Blackdown’s systems ensure the realisation of the key drivers … More >>

Blackdown Green Roofs from Alumasc has boosted the green credentials and provided an attractive feature, at Glasgow’s newest landmark venue. The SSE Hydro is a £125million entertainment and sporting venue, which, since its opening in late 2013, has already achieved “Most … More >>

Alumasc’s Euroroof Mastergold flat roof membrane and extensive green roof system have been installed at St Michael’s Church School in Peterborough on a highly challenging roof design. Alumasc worked closely with its registered installer M&J Flat Roofing to achieve an … More >>

Alumasc has provided a complete roofing package for the first major new development in Wapping for over 10 years.  Developed by Ballymore, Wapping Lane is an iconic creation, comprising residential, leisure, retail and recreation facilities over five high-rise blocks with … More >>

Alumasc’s ZinCo green roof system and Hydrotech structural waterproofing were key elements in the EcoCampus at Hamilton International Park, a uniquely sustainable business community located south east of Glasgow. Built by Balfour Beatty, the EcoCampus is designed to provide a … More >>