The Design Guild Mark has launched the call for entries for the 2022 awards, inviting designers and companies to submit entries for three categories: Furniture; Textiles, Wall Coverings, Surfaces, Carpets and Floor Coverings; Lighting. The Design Guild Mark, awarded by The Furniture Makers’ Company, is now in its thirteenth year, of distinguishing the excellent from …

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More streamlined, cost-efficient options for integrating Axis Communications network door controllers, cameras, and audio devices are now possible thanks to a new technology integration between Quanika and IPConfigure. The integration between Quanika’s access control and visitor management software and IPConfigure Orchid VMS enables more affordable, powerful, and feature-rich integrated security solutions for single and multi-site management and control.

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As part of its continued expansion, leading crate services provider phs Teacrate has appointed Nicole Bruce as its new business development manager. Nicole, who is also trained chef, joins the team with decades of experience in the food manufacturing and food and drinks packaging industries and will be responsible for developing business in the food sector.

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Businesses are being urged to ‘act quickly’ and turn their waste into revenue as cardboard prices in the UK hit new heights. According to figures from letsrecycle.com, cardboard prices are at their highest since their records began 20 years ago, with dry bales of cardboard commanding between £120 and £138 per tonne at UK mills in July 2021. That is a 50-60% increase from January 2021, where bales could reach between £73-£92 per tonne.

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As more workplaces start to fully reopen and welcome back employees, phs Compliance has warned of the hidden safety risks that may be waiting for them on their return. The leading provider of facilities management and compliance services says non-compliant electrical items, Legionnaires’ disease and new fire risks present the greatest dangers for businesses reopening.

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Combining hi-tech fabric technology with verifiable sustainability, Snickers Workwear delivers market-leading workwear solutions for a wide range of working environments and weather conditions. With organisations increasingly focused on environmentally responsible corporate activities, Snickers Workwear’s eco-friendly garment solutions could prove to be the right ‘sustainable choice’ for you and your business.

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Altro Ensemble™ modular flooring has been used throughout a new development of 21 modern, sustainable holiday homes; part of a new ‘eco’ hotel complex in Thuringia, Germany. The chalet-style, solid wood accommodation has been built with high-quality natural materials, and sustainably equipped as part of an ecological construction project. The build, including the interior design, required sustainable materials, sourced from local companies, helping to reduce the hotel’s carbon footprint by keeping delivery miles low. This local supply chain also helped to contribute to the environmental balance of the hotel’s construction.

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Union Industries, the UK’s leading manufacturer of high-speed industrial doors, has completed a supply and installation project at Ragus Sugars, which manufactures bulk pure sugars for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical markets. This is the second time that Leeds-based Union Industries has replaced a door at the Slough site of Ragus, which has been in business for more than 90 years. The company has been so impressed with Union’s doors that is has subsequently placed an order for a second Ramdoor for its facility.

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The coronavirus pandemic has changed the view of cleaning and hygiene forever. Understanding how to break the chain of infection has never been more important. The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association’s (CHSA) webinar – ‘8 Moments of Targeted Hygiene’ – will help contract cleaners and facilities managers break the chain. The speakers are Professor Sally Bloomfield, Chair of the Scientific Advisory Board of the International Scientific Forum on Home Hygiene (IFH), and Dr. John Hines, global Research, Development and Engineering (RD&E) Director for CHSA member SC Johnson Professional.

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Volvo Cars today reported the best half-year results in terms of sales and operating profit in its 94-year history amid increasing demand for its cars across all regions. The half-year financial report, which can be found here, showed the company achieved a revenue of 141 billion SEK, up 26 per cent, driven by strong demand and positive mix effects. Operating income was 13 billion SEK in the first six months of 2021, representing an operating margin of 9.4 per cent.

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