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MDI supply issues present opportunity for developers to insulate homes more cost effectively and avoid work stoppages

31 Jul , 2017  

Quinn Building Products is urging developers to review their insulation options on new homes by undertaking bespoke thermal bridging assessments that can deliver more cost optimal designs by clever use of Quinn Lite thermal blocks at key junctions in the building envelope. The use of a project specific thermal bridging factor in place of the […]

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Convery Ceilings – a name you can trust

28 Jul , 2017  

Are you looking for ceiling contractor that you can trust? Convery Ceilings Ltd of Newry is a well-established, family-run company with experience in completing the highest quality projects, and they pride themselves on the complete range of services that they are able to offer their long list of loyal clients. Convery Ceilings Ltd of County […]

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Dublin Airport Central Shortlisted for Excellence in Environment Award

26 Jul , 2017  

daa’s Dublin Airport Central building has been shortlisted in the Sustainable Buildings Excellence in Environment category for the 2017 Chambers Ireland Corporate Social Responsibility Awards. This award recognises work being carried out by Irish and multinational companies to improve the lives of its employees and to enhance the civic environment in which they operate. One […]

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New excavator hits the heights for Komatsu

26 Jul , 2017  

Komatsu’s latest installment in its range of heavy-duty demolition machines – the PC390HRD-11 excavator – has arrived. Built to ‘hit new heights in the demolition sector’, it can be configured in six different working arrangements and can carry a 2.5 tonne demolition tool to a height of 26 metres or a 4-tonne tool up to […]

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Experts in crane hire

26 Jul , 2017  

P.O.B. Crane and Plant Services Ltd have been lifting big since its establishment in January 1999. There have been plenty of ups and downs in the meantime, which Managing Director Peter O’Brien filled us in on, along with some of the projects his cranes are currently involved in. The Irish construction industry is in a […]

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Portview sets the standard with four projects shortlisted for Global Awards

25 Jul , 2017  

Market leading specialist, Portview Fit-Out, is set to compete against the world’s top design brands in this year’s Restaurant & Bar Design Awards, with four of its hospitality projects shortlisted for three major accolades. Equipped with a strong ethos for turning ambitious design concepts into reality, Portview has earned its reputation for delivering unrivalled quality […]

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Specialists in Energy Efficient Installations   

24 Jul , 2017  

Ollie McPhillips Ltd has been leading the way in building energy services since its establishment 15 years ago. Building Ireland caught up with man himself to find out what they’re all about, as well as learn about past and present projects for the Wexford-based company. Ollie McPhillips Ltd is a mechanical engineering company which has been engaged in a […]

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PHarma’s electrical contractor of choice

21 Jul , 2017  

Renowned for delivering outstanding electrical contracting projects within the pharmaceutical arena in particular, Kiernan Electrical Ireland Ltd. has forged a stellar reputation for excellent workmanship across all sectors. We visited their Cork HQ and met director Finbarr O’Regan to find out more. Kiernan Electrical Ireland Ltd. is an industry-leading, Cork -based electrical contracting company, which […]

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A major milestone for EC Construction

20 Jul , 2017  

E.C. Construction of Co. Monaghan is a highly professional operation and their prime objective is to provide all clients with exceptional service, outstanding value for money and above all … total satisfaction in a job well done. E.C. Construction (Moneyvolan) Ltd is a family business which was established in 1992 by Company Directors Edward and Mary Carragher […]

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The Power to lift big

19 Jul , 2017  

Waterford Crane Hire has grown to become a leader in crane hire and contract lifting since its establishment in 2001. Building Ireland spoke with Sam Power, one of the members of the founding family, to find out more. Waterford Crane Hire  was established in 2001 by Nicky Power after he had spent the previous 25 […]