Weston-super-Mare Seafront Enhancements
17 December 2007
By the time Phase 1 is complete, Tarmac will have supplied 2,500m3 of ready-mixed concrete to the foreshore area of the site from its ready-mixed concrete plant located in Weston-super-Mare.
Joint Tarmac and National Grid recycling project slashes utility trench costs
17 December 2007
Initial findings from an innovative recycling project have been revealed by Tarmac and National Grid, showing substantial environmental benefits.
Futureproofed Schools must be back on the curriculum
4 December 2007
School‘s out for summer‘ is the song lyric, which is music to many pupils‘ ears at this time of year, as they get ready for a few months of relaxation. Yet, with the £45 billion Building Schools for the Future (BSF) scheme set to rebuild 3,500 secondary schools by 2020 and numerous PFI projects underway there is no time for the construction industry to rest.
A Perfect Partnership: Precast Concrete and Steel Work Together for B&Q
22 November 2007
When B&Q planned a major project to build its two-storey superstore in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, one of its requirements was that the main sales space had to be at first floor level and needed to be capable of supporting heavy racking systems or a uniformly distributed load of 20kN/m2 for the storage and display of its goods.
Tarmac at St Pancras Station London
22 November 2007
St Pancras station is one of the country’s finest examples of British railway architecture and one of London’s greatest landmarks. Tarmac is among the companies working on its redevelopment, as part of the £6 billion Channel Tunnel Rail Link.
Middlesborough or Marbella?
22 November 2007
Does the adoption of 'Mediterranean-style' house types really offer the answer to greater energy efficiency in new build homes? By Phil Harris, marketing director, Tarmac Topfloor.
Forgotten Floors?
22 November 2007
In early 2007, Housing and Planning Minister, Yvette Cooper delivered a rallying call to UK housebuilders for all new build homes to be fully zero carbon by 2016. The address followed the launch of the government’s Code for Sustainable Homes, a home star-rating system, which this month replaces the current EcoHomes standard.
Heatsave Plus is first choice for Bramall Construction
22 November 2007
Bramall Construction Ltd, the public sector regeneration specialist, has chosen Heatsave Plus - the latest development in thermally efficient flooring from Tarmac Topfloor - to be installed at four new residential developments in Halifax, Yorkshire.
Tarmac Topfloor provides next step to regeneration plans in East London
22 November 2007
Bespoke, high-grade precast concrete stairs from Tarmac Topfloor have been installed in new apartment buildings at The Water Gardens, a residential development that forms part of the prestigious 1.5 billion pound Canada Waters regeneration scheme in East London.
‘Tarmac online’ goes live in response to industry appetite for e-business
20 November 2007
Tarmac’s customers are set to save time and money with the launch of ‘Tarmac Online’ – the construction industry’s most comprehensive web-based customer portal, which is now live.
SUDS and Effective flood water management
20 November 2007
Dr. Howard Robinson, head of product development at Tarmac discusses how innovative Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS) can provide the solution to effective drainage control and water management.
Highway partners to reveal encouraging results
20 November 2007
With efficiency at the top of highway managers’ agendas, an update on the progress of an innovative approach to partnering is due to be revealed at the up-and-coming ‘Highways Efficiency’ event (4 October) – by Nottinghamshire County Council’s Services Director Highways, Bob Hart, and Tarmac’s Contracting director (Midlands), Mike Elford.
Concrete in a Sustainable World
20 November 2007
Tarmac - one of the UK’s largest suppliers of concrete building materials - has harnessed the integral properties of concrete, such as high thermal mass, strength, recyclability and durability, to create building products that play a key role in delivering a more sustainable future for communities and the environment.
All change for asphalt
20 November 2007
The withdrawal on the 1 January 2008 of the existing British Standards for asphalt and their replacement with new European Standards represents a change for the road-surfacing sector on an unprecedented scale.
Tarmac provides bridge beams to help strengthen and widen M1 motorway
19 November 2007
£0.5 million worth of custom designed precast concrete beams are being manufactured and supplied by Tarmac for the construction of 12 Bridge Structures between junctions 6a to 10 that forms part of the major M1 road widening scheme.
Tarmac Topblock's energy saving solutions
25 October 2007
When it comes to paying the monthly electricity bill, Honingham residents, Gary and Keron Lawson, getting change from a fiver is commonplace. They're fortunate enough to live in the UK's first earth-sheltered social housing scheme and one of this country's most energy efficient homes.
Tarmac Topblock launches block recycling scheme
25 October 2007
Tarmac Topblock - in partnership with waste specialists HIPPOWASTE™ - has launched a major new initiative to help companies within the construction industry manage on-site block waste and reduce the amount of material sent to landfill, as part of its commitment to sustainability.
Tarmac pioneers recycled surfacing on the national network via M25
15 October 2007
A Tarmac and Mouchel Parkman joint initiative on behalf of the Highways Agency has pioneered a new recycled road surface on the national network.
Coventry's new state-of-the-art plant
28 September 2007
Coventry's new concrete plant opened its gates this month, bringing the prospect of more efficient service for customers in the city.
MP visits Tarmac to celebrate 30 year anniversary
14 September 2007
It was a special day for Holme Hall quarry and Grimsby concrete plant on Friday (14 September) when they were paid a visit by Austin Mitchell, MP for Great Grimsby. The day marked the 30 year anniversary of his Industry and Parliament Trust (IPT) fellowship with Tarmac.
Borras Eco Centre awarded 80,000 pounds
5 September 2007
The Eco Centre housed at Tarmac's Borras Quarry, Wrexham has just been awarded 80,000 pounds to continue its work with children and young adults with special needs.
Tarmac sponsors Darvel Music Festival
5 September 2007
Tarmac is the main sponsor of this year's Darvel Music Festival for a second year running, to the tune of 4,000 pounds.
Archaeologists uncover exciting artefacts at local quarry
28 August 2007
Tarmac Limited have funded an extensive archaeological investigation at Loudounhill quarry, Darvel.
Tarmac opens the doors to Bayston Hill quarry
28 August 2007
Tarmac's Bayston Hill quarry is opening its doors to the public for a fun filled family day out.
Tarmac loads up cash for East Cheshire Hospice
7 August 2007
A Cheshire hospice has received a generous donation from Tarmac Limited after the company volunteered to help raise funds at their annual Hillhead exhibition.
Tarmac announcement
3 August 2007
Following this morning's announcement that Anglo American plans to sell Tarmac, we would like to take this opportunity to reassure all customers, suppliers, indeed all stakeholders that it's business as usual.
Tarmac sends flood of stone to protect Gloucester substation
3 August 2007
Tarmac's Stowfield Quarry leapt into action last week to help with the flood alleviation scheme in Gloucester.
Tarmac wins its biggest surfacing contract
20 July 2007
Tarmac has been chosen to carry out surfacing work on the widening of the UK's M1 motorway- its largest such contract to date.
Red squirrels, skylarks, bats and bee orchids made to feel welcome at Tarmac quarry sites
17 July 2007
Tarmac is going a step further to encourage and develop a wealth of wildlife at its quarries throughout Durham and Gateshead by producing Biodiversity Action Plans (BAPs) for all its quarries in the county. These plans will assist the company to operate and manage its sites in a way which protects and enhances everything from wildlife, plants and trees to other biodiversity ranging from toadstools to mosses. The Company currently has an interest in six quarries in the region, covering over 350 ha of land. The BAPs will complement the potential for significant wildlife enhancement projects already carried out through site restoration.
Cub Scout Float Was Well Dressed
16 July 2007
The 3rd Buxton Cub Scouts had a particularly well-decorated float in Saturday's (14 July) Buxton Well Dressing Carnival, after a donation of green carpet from Tarmac Limited.
Eagles flying high with Tarmac sponsorship
6 July 2007
The Kewford Eagles Under 7's South team have recently earned a 'big name sponsor' in the form of Tarmac Limited, something they say, makes them feel like 'mini professionals'.
Making Reading cool again
1 June 2007
At first, precast concrete might appear at odds with 'green desig'’ principles, but an award-winning library in Brighton successfully demonstrates how energy efficiency can be achieved using a unique, hollowcore concrete system to heat, cool and ventilate the building.
Tarmac provides centre piece at former Millenium Dome site
1 June 2007
The O2 Arena, the eagerly awaited focal point for the former Millenium Dome site, has been constructed from precast concrete in a 1.5 million pound deal between Tarmac Precast and Sir Robert McAlpine.
Hollowcore concrete + renewables = further carbon savings
1 June 2007
An innovative non-residential development in Worcestershire is set to become one of the first buildings in the UK to combine an energy-efficient heating, cooling and fresh air ventilation system, with ground source heat pumps to reduce on-site carbon emissions.
Tarmac Topfloor provides next step to regeneration plans in East London
1 June 2007
Bespoke, high-grade precast concrete stairs from Tarmac Topfloor have been installed in new apartment buildings at The Water Gardens, a residential development that forms part of the prestigious 1.5 billion pounds Canada Waters regeneration scheme in East London. The high-quality two and three bedroom apartments have been designed around a central water feature to offer a peaceful retreat from city life.
Tarmac Precast gets 'best seats in the house' at capital of culture arena
1 May 2007
Custom-designed concrete from Tarmac Precast is being used to construct a new 10,600-capacity arena that will form an integral part of the Kings Waterfront development in Liverpool - the centrepiece for the city's Capital of Culture celebrations in 2008.
Building schools for a sustainable future
1 May 2007
by Colin Marshall, technical manager for Tarmac Topblock
The Government's Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme has been heralded as the 'biggest single investment in improving school buildings for over 50 years'. It has led to a rise in school development and refurbishment, and its legacy means that the construction industry and public sector are now tasked with finding workable, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions to rebuild or renew every secondary school in England over a 10-15 year period.
Middlesborough or Marbella?
1 May 2007
Does the adoption of 'Mediterranean-style' house types really offer the answer to greater energy efficiency in new build homes?
Code for sustainable homes live web seminar launched by Tarmac Topblock
26 April 2007
Hot on the heels of its re-launched website, www.topblock.co.uk and its comprehensive 'Report on Sustainability', Tarmac Topblock is continuing to expand the unrivalled training and technical support services it offers to customers by launching its first ever 'Code for Sustainable Homes' 'webinar'; a live seminar broadcast over the web.
Tarmac's Funky Footprints wins BTO award
3 April 2007
Tarmac's Funky Footprints Nature Reserve, near Shepperton, Middlesex, has won the Community BTO Business Bird Challenge Award 2006.
Heatsave Plus is first choice for Bramall Construction
1 April 2007
Bramall Construction Ltd, the public sector regeneration specialist, has chosen Heatsave Plus - the latest development in thermally efficient flooring from Tarmac Topfloor - to be installed at four new residential developments in Halifax, Yorkshire.
Scouting around for a good cause
27 March 2007
The 1st Bilston Scout Group is a step nearer extending their scout hall, thanks to a 250 pound donation from Tarmac.
Tarmac announces 2006 results
21 February 2007
Tarmac Group, the international business providing a wide range of building materials and innovative construction products, announced its results on Wednesday 21 February as part of a statement from its parent company, Anglo American plc.
Tarmac film to be showcased at LGA Urban Conference & Exhibition
5 February 2007
Tarmac will feature over the next couple of days as the only minerals operator to showcase its sustainability credentials via a short film at the Local Government Association's 'Thriving Economies, Cohesive Communities' urban conference in Newcastle, on 5th & 6th February.
Tarmac Topfloor - sky high in Cannock
31 February 2007
Tarmac TopFloor is contributing to the changing landscape of Staffordshire town Cannock with the installation of 6,000sq m2 of hollowcore flooring at the 13 storey Orbital Plaza - home to the region's latest Ramada hotel.
David Bellamy launches Tarmac's Northumberland quarries biodiversity action plan
31 January 2007
Professor David Bellamy OBE, botanist, author, broadcaster and environmental campaigner, helped Tarmac launch its Northumberland Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP) yesterday (30 January).
In Top Gear to meet Tarmac challenge
23 January 2007
Top Gear presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May, rose to the challenge to resurface a road in just 24 hours with just a little help from Tarmac National Contracting, in a show to be screened this Sunday (28 January) on BBC Two.
Tarmac grout for Dounreay decommissioning
16 January 2007
When a bespoke blend of high performance grout was needed for round-the-clock works as part of the 2.9 billion pounds Dounreay nuclear decommissioning programme, cementitious blending expert Tarmac CMS Pozament was called upon to deliver a specialised product.
Tarmac grout helps avert water crisis
15 January 2007
It was a race against time for Thames Water Engineering when a major water tunnel burst, reducing Thames Water's ability to pump raw water into storage in the Queen Mother reservoir and potentially jeopardising London's domestic water supply. The emergency team working to repair the tunnel called in industry experts Tarmac CMS Pozament to supply 330 tonnes of their specialist SP/E2 Expansive Grout to help repair the breach.
Thermal mass - cool solution for schools
10 January 2007
With mounting legislation, an increased need to build more energy efficient schools and rising energy prices, heating and ventilation engineers are adopting new and innovative technologies. Many schools now have a requirement for heating and ventilation systems that not only deliver optimum performance but also offer significantly reduced environmental impact. Geoff Russell-Smith of Tarmac TermoDeck discusses why thermal mass should be firmly on the radar when it comes to installing an environmentally friendly solution.
Tarmac highly commended at British Archaeology awards
3 January 2007
Tarmac's Cheviot Quarry, near Milfield village in Northumberland has achieved success at the British Archaeology Awards held in Birmingham.
New schools on the block
1 January 2007
The construction of six new educational facilities in Derbyshire is set to bring state-of-the-art learning resources to pupils in the area. Built by construction firm Norwest Holst with multicore blocks from Tarmac Topblock, the shells of all six sites were completed in April 2006, with the buildings set to open to hundreds of new pupils in September 2007.
