James Hardie is the world’s number one producer and marketer of high-performance fibre cement cladding and backerboard and a market leader in Europe for fibre gypsum products. Our company culture is built on providing a foundation of “Zero Harm”, creating a positive impact in communities, and delivering environmentally responsible innovative solutions to customers. Our durable, low maintenance and innovative products are made from natural and sustainable raw materials, delivering endless possibilities of design and aesthetics to consumers.
Aquarian Cladding Systems is a leading UK supplier of innovative brick cladding solutions, established in 2007. They offer a range of systems, including Gebrik, MechSlip, and NaturAL-X, suitable for both new builds and refurbishments. Their products are known for their design flexibility, ease of installation, and compliance with building regulations, making them popular among architects and contractors.
Aquarian Cladding Systems has supplied over 500,000 square meters of cladding across nearly 500 projects, contributing to the creation of award-winning buildings. Their systems are not only aesthetically pleasing but also enhance the thermal performance and durability of structures. The company prides itself on a collaborative approach, working closely with supply partners and providing comprehensive technical support to ensure successful project outcomes.
Bell Building Projects, founded in 1982 and with offices in Glasgow, London, Manchester, and Bristol, is a third-generation family construction business. With over 40 years of experience, we've become a trusted name in cladding remediation throughout the UK. We provide complete solutions, from building assessments to design and full remediation. Working closely with top consultants and manufacturers, our reputation is strengthened by collaborations with Homes England and the Scottish Government's Cladding Remediation Unit.
At Bell Building Projects, our focus is on delivering top-quality façade services reliably and efficiently.
Founded in 1954, FGF Limited is the UK’s largest Independent Manufacturer of Bespoke Offsite Construction Solutions, supplying products and services to the Construction, Manufacturing and Engineering industries.
FGF specialises in exterior and interior cladding panels, façade systems, building boards, insulation, fire protection and high temperature products. We provide value-added services to our customers through our nationwide network, ranging from CAD design, project management, fabrication, bespoke product manufacturing and FORS accredited fleet delivery.
We are proud to partner with industry leaders and innovators to bring our customers the best in quality and high performance products.
Partnering with EH Smith and MBS Facades, Occam is available in both brick slips and clay tiles. The adaptability of our systems will accommodate bricks from virtually any manufacturer, offering unequalled design flexibility. Our aluminium triple course carrier ensures rapid installation whilst the flat backing of the carrier allows for compliant installation of both vertical and horizontal fire barriers.The system has been tested in accordance with EN13501-1 achieving a fire rating of A1 and has successfully undertaken CWCT and hygrothermal testing to guarantee durability. Occam incredibly combines aesthetic versatility with robust performance, making it the ideal choice for architects and contractors seeking a cutting-edge brick cladding solution.
ROCKWOOL Limited is part of the ROCKWOOL Group. With one factory based in Bridgend and over 500 employees across the UK, we are manufacturers offering a comprehensive range of sustainable stone wool insulation products for the construction industry, including products to support the construction of external façades.
ROCKWOOL provide insulation solutions for façades which simultaneously address acoustic and thermal requirements, and as a non-combustible material satisfy the latest building regulations. ROCKWOOL products for ventilated facade applications include BBA certified NyRock® Rainscreen 032, which currently delivers the lowest lambda value stone wool insulation in the UK and Ireland.
As one of the leading distributors of specialist building materials, we pride ourselves on our reliable service and specialist knowledge in all stages of construction, and our engagement with customers to ensure projects are completed to the highest standards.
Focussing on the core construction markets of; Insulation, Interiors, Construction Accessories and HVAC, we understand that constructions need to be robust to provide structural integrity and meet safety requirements. Working with SIG you have access to an extensive range of products available from market leading manufacturers.
We have a team of Building Envelope specialists who are able to support our customers on their projects. Drawing from all of the leading manufacturers we are able to offer impartial advice and support to propose a full system for all elements of the building envelope, working with our supply chain we can deliver products which have been tested and carry the added benefit of system warranties.
Stofix is the only pre-pointed, brick slip façade that is fire rated over 18m with the flexibility to choose almost any brick. Our unique panelized system is pre-pointed and constructed off-site. With no height limit, our patented, pioneering brick slip system is mechanically fixed and utilises a metal backing plate.
95% of the pointing is carried out in our factory which significantly reduces pointing on-site. Stofix has one of the lowest weights on the market - from 37 kg per sqm and can be fixed to any load-bearing wall (timber, concrete, or steel) reducing the load by over 50% compared to traditional masonry.
The durable, lightweight system can be installed to new construction projects, refurbishment, over cladding, and unitised wall systems.
As a Swiss family-owned company, we think in terms of future generations, and for decades we have been doing what we do best: Through curiosity, passion, and commitment, we turn natural raw materials into novel and sustainable products for facades, interiors, and garden areas.
Associated Lead Mills Ltd is the UK’s leading distributor of Rolled Lead and ancillary products, and ALM HM the largest Hard Metal and ancillary supplier to the UK building industry. Through excellent work ethics and unparalleled service we have become leaders in our field.
Due to the success of both Lead and Hard Metal Sales and to ensure continuation of customer first service, ALM has now defined two sides of the business as ALM 01992444100 & ALM HM 01992801927. ALM covers all lead enquiries and ALM HM (Hard Metals) covers multi metals including Zinc, Copper, Stainless Steel, Steel, Aluminium and all Accessories. All the knowledge is still under one roof but with separate offices and telephone numbers ensuring customers get through to the right people first time.
If you are a regular user of lead we can easily arrange for an account to be set up within our extensive network of builder’s merchants giving you access to the best products and services available in the UK Market. If you are a builder’s merchant, do not have an account with ALM but would like to set one up, please contact us.
Belfry are a specialist roofing and façade systems fabricator delivering projects both nationally and worldwide. We are able to offer a broad range of products including Solid Aluminium Rainscreen Systems, Spandrel Panels, Interlocking Panel Systems, Shingle Systems and all associated Flashings. The range of materials we can fabricate including both ferrous and non-ferrous finishes such as Copper, Bronze, Brass, Stainless Steel, Weathered Steel, Zinc and Aluminium - Anodised, Pre-coated and PPC.
BTS Facades and Fabrications is a well-established premier supplier of metal rainscreen systems and fabricated metal construction products.
Our team has been carefully selected to bring together the best in production experience, commercial acumen and technical support, giving our customers the best possible service.
Our 3 rainscreen panel and rail systems are CWCT tested and we have also now completed two full BS8414-2:2020 system tests on our Vantage Secret Fix – Full System to the latest standard. This allows us to offer a complete build up solution from internal drylining to the external rainscreen façade. Classification reports from our BS 8414-2:2020 fire tests carried out along with our specifications are all readily available.
See the link to a video of the test https://youtu.be/8-OlipJJ-WE#
Over the last 2 years we have invested heavily in automation with the Trumpf Tru-bend 7030 (the first of its kind in the UK), which is an automated panel bender for rainscreen panels. Since then we have added a Salvagnini S4 tower punch and another Trumpf press with automated tool changes. We also have ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001.
See the link to our website for more details.
Speedpanel are recognised as the leading specialist supplier of A2-s1,d0 rated glass and aluminium spandrel panels. Designed and manufactured in the UK to meet the different needs of specifiers and installers.
Our Speedpanel A2 range is Independently tested to EN-13501-1 2018 and certified as entire panels. Bespoke sizes provide ease of installation, durability and safety with practical, cost-effective solutions.Contact us to see how we can assist with your projects.
Since 1995, Euroform has been successfully developing, fabricating and supplying materials for the construction industry. In that time, they have developed and cemented a reputation for innovation, expertise and reliability.
Specialising in ensuring fire and thermal compliance in building façades, Euroform’s comprehensive product range is the culmination of a meticulous process of market research, concept development, astute procurement, technical refinement, laboratory testing and certification attainment.
Furthermore, each of Euroform’s products is supported by an experienced and knowledgeable technical team ready to offer you advice and guidance over the phone or, if required, to visit your premises or site.
All of this is backed by a highly capable administration team, dependable nationwide logistics and extensive bespoke fabrication facilities.
Gordian Building Solutions has quickly become a leading independent national distributor of industrial roofing, cladding, and façade solutions in the UK. More than just a supplier, with unbiased advice and unlimited options: our independence ensures your project gets exactly what it needs.
Our client-centric approach ensures hands-on support from consultation to installation.Our modern in-house fabrication capabilities, including CNC Routing and Beam Saw technology, enable customised solutions for any project. We excel in façade solutions, recently showcasing our expertise in residential and commercial projects, working alongside the UK’s leading manufactures.
Gordian represents a new standard in construction distribution, prioritising expertise, quality, and client success.
Kingspan Insulation is a leading manufacturer of optimum, premium and high performance rigid insulation products and insulated systems for building fabric applications. From U-value calculations to on-site services, Kingspan Insulation is proud to offer advanced support services to the industry, designed to give fast and accurate advice. Kingspan Insulation is part of the Kingspan Group. Kingspan Group’s mission is to accelerate a net-zero emissions future with the well-being of people and the planet at its heart.
Project of the Year 2023 sponsor Minster is a leading distributor of insulation, dry lining, fire protection, façade, roofing and ceilings solutions.
With 28 dedicated branches and distribution facilities throughout England, Scotland and Wales, Minster’s expert team supply thousands of materials to the UK construction industry each week.
Offering an unrivalled level of service and support to the market, amongst its many specialist divisions is Minster’s expert façade team. From technical guidance and knowledge of the latest solutions, to dedicated project support, the team can be relied upon to deliver innovative, value-led solutions, for projects of all size and complexities.
As one of the market leaders in the rainscreen cladding sector, RGB Facades have worked alongside industry specialists to develop an extensive portfolio of flexible products ensuring our clients achieve a quality cost effective facade specifically tailored to suit their exact project requirements.
Our team have a wealth of industry knowledge to help guide you right through a project from start to finish. Assisting with research, design, acquisition and supply ensuring quality and professionalism through out every stage.
Whatever the project, whatever the material we can provide quality at a competitive price.
Premier Sealant Systems Ltd, established in 1994, is a national manufacturer of profiled foam fillers and a supplier of core sealing products for the roofing, cladding, glazing, facades and maintenance sectors.
In our 30th year we’re continuing to maintain our principal values: “Service, Quality, Knowledge”. Our team boasts a combined experience of over 100 years in the industry. With collaboration from the UK’s largest manufacturers, contractors and suppliers we continue to maintain our position as the UKs leading supplier of sealing solutions whilst striving for continued innovation and sustainability goals.
Spanwall Facades is a leading UK manufacturer of standard rainscreen systems, and specialist architectural metal fabrications. With a world-leading reputation their wall cladding systems can be seen on iconic buildings around the world, from Belfast to Barbados, Dublin to Amsterdam and from South Africa to Saudi Arabia, specified by architects and designers working on behalf of names you’ll know, including Google, Apple, Microsoft, Guinness, British Airways and Audi. Each of Spanwall Facades products is supported by a highly capable team who can engage at early design & development, to ensure that the architectural vision can be achieved, be this through one of their standard systems or a bespoke solution. Their comprehensive product range have attained relevant certification and are all manufactured at their extensive 4500m2 manufacturing facility in Belfast, N. Ireland.
The Timber Decking & Cladding Association (TDCA) is an independent, not-for-profit, advisory organisation. Established to influence and promote good industry practice – 25 years on and we’re still raising the bar on all things timber decking and cladding. Our industry recognised DeckMark and CladMark accreditation schemes verify the quality and longevity of products; the suppliers of such products; or the high standards of an installer, with an ever-growing list of accredited members. The TDCA team has a wealth of industry experience, including a bank of auditors and inspectors. We regularly help landscapers, architects, specifiers, contractors and DIY enthusiasts with both on-hand help and through our library of free resources.
Since 1945 CGL Systems have been designing and producing robust weather protection solutions from its state-of-the-art facility on the outskirts of Glasgow in Scotland.
We develop all projects, supporting each client to the highest standard. We utilise our long standing, credible and technical knowledge gained from 78 years of system manufacturing.
Kemwell Facades provide accredited and tested A1 non-combustible fire-rated fibre cement building boards for facades and flooring applications.
The range includes: WeatherKem: A BBA-certified board for façades, rainscreen cladding and EWI systems, KemFloor: A tongue and groove flooring board system with high sound and thermal and moisture-resisting properties, and KemTrack: A tracker panel board cladding system for Brick Slips.
Our fully supported UK-manufactured product solutions help us to meet most design and build requirements. We also provide a RIBA-approved CPD seminar for our calcium silicate fibre cement board solutions.
Wilson Brook is a niche, boutique executive search firm, founded by Neil Holloway in 2019. We work predominantly in the building materials sector: with merchants, distributors and manufacturers. Dealing with assignments from board to senior management (our lowest salary bracket is £60-80k), across all functional areas, across the UK and Europe. We have worked with Vivalda, Plastestrip, Kingspan, SIG, JT Dove, LBS and many others.
We work on fixed fees to remove any conflict of interest. We guarantee an excellent shortlist every time and we guarantee all our placements for 12 months!
Cedral fibre cement cladding is the ideal choice for those requiring a low-maintenance facade solution, transforming new-builds and renovations into stunning properties. Available in two applications, Cedral Lap and Cedral Click offer the same benefits while allowing for an individual aesthetic. Cedral Lap is specially designed so the planks are overlapped when installed to create a traditional clapboard aesthetic on your facade whereas as Cedral Click is a tongue and groove cladding material which creates a modern, flush fitting facade. Cedral Facades are available in 21 colours with 2 finishes. With a minimum life expectancy of 50 years and an excellent fire performance classification of A2-s1, d0, Cedral is an attractive alternative to traditional cladding materials.
At the very heart of the roofing, cladding and insulation markets since 1980, RCI champions best practice, raises awareness of safety issues on-site and promotes business excellence. RCI delivers its mixture of news, views, trends and product updates through print, a weekly newsletter and its website, as well as in person at its ever-relevant and popular RCI Show, RCI also acknowledges excellence through the inaugural Pitched Roofing Awards.
The RCI Show is the largest UK event where the entire roofing, cladding and insulation supply chain comes together. The vibrant two-day event allows visitors to compare and source new products, learn from the experts and hear about the important issues currently impacting the market.
In addition to the unrivalled selection of exhibitors showcasing the latest construction products; the RCI Show provides a multitude of dedicated conference sessions keeping you ahead of the latest trends, technologies, legislation and issues influencing your market.
Running alongside the conference programme are our accredited CPD seminars which are designed to encourage professional development within the industry and allow you to earn CPD for free.
The RCI Show, building a better future!
Band of Builders is a UK-based charity that brings together skilled tradespeople, volunteers, and businesses to provide practical support and assistance to individuals and families facing life-changing circumstances who work or have worked in the construction sector. The charity specialises in home renovations and construction projects, helping those who are dealing with illness, disability, or other challenges to improve their living conditions and regain their independence. With a commitment to making a positive impact in their communities, Band of Builders exemplifies the power of collective generosity and expertise in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.
At Mates in Mind, our vision is to build positive mental health in and through work. We do this by working in collaboration with organisations, primarily in construction and related sectors, to create a culture of prevention.
We believe that implementing a continuous and comprehensive approach can help reduce the likelihood of individuals reaching a crisis point, as mental wellbeing becomes an integral part of everyone’s role.
We help organisations to develop a tailored action plan, working together to evaluate your organisation's priorities and gaps, and providing the tools and support you need to drive long-lasting and meaningful change.
