General

WORLD TILE TRENDS REVEALED

The ninth edition of World production and consumption of ceramic tiles produced by MECS/Acimac Research Centre is published this month. Consisting of almost 300 pages of charts, tables and commentary, this provides detailed analysis of global trends over the ten-year period up to 2020. It also includes an outlook for the period 2021 to 2025. In spite […]

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ARDEX TAKES MAJORITY SHAREHOLDING IN WEDI

Ardex, the construction chemicals specialist, has acquired a majority shareholding in wedi GmbH, a leading manufacturer of system solutions for high-quality wet room solutions, making this the largest acquisition in Ardex’s history. The company’s intention is that wedi will continue to operate independently. Stephan Wedi and Fabian Rechlin will remain in place as joint managing […]

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Awards

DIGITAL CERAMICS CUSTOM TILES WINS BEST COMMERCIAL PROJECT (SMALL) FOR THE ATOLL PROJECT

A collaboration between Digital Ceramics Custom Tiles and artist Morag Myerscough resulted in a vibrant, dynamic café installation in a newly refurbished office space. Digital Ceramics Custom Tiles met a series of challenges head-on to create a stunning structure.  The Award was presented by Brad Saunders of Verona to Mark Wood of Digital Ceramics Custom […]

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Awards

SHACKERLEY (HOLDINGS) GROUP LTD WINS BEST COMMERCIAL PROJECT (LARGE) FOR ONE VESTA STREET, MANCHESTER

The One Vesta Street project demonstrates the value of Shackerley’s SureClad ceramic granite as a non-combustible material in the residential sector. The innovative fixing systems developed by Shackerley and the expertise of the Shackerley team enabled the complex façade design.  The Award was presented by Andy Heathfield of JACKOBOARD to Brian Newell of Shackerley.

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