About 1.53 million REO properties for sale were posted all over the country from January to June 2009. According to market data, the 1.53 million homes were in some kind of foreclosure proceedings, either notices of defaults , auctions or

ISG has commenced work on a new purpose-built facilities extension for the Marwood Group in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.

A-Plant has secured a 12-month rolling preferred supplier contract from Malcolm Construction Services, part of the Malcolm Group, based at Paisley in Scotland.

Wavin has introduced a new Radiator Outlet Cover to its push-fit plumbing system Hep2O, designed to solve the issue of inward and outward air leakage.

Monodraught has worked with NPS North West to install Windcatcher natural ventilation systems and Sunpipe natural daylight systems at the new Woodland Community Primary School in Rochdale.

Redland CEO Mark Randall launches the pitched roofing manufacturer's new web site specifically for the regeneration sector, covering services for architects, contractors and clients.

Self build mortgage specialist BuildStore has reported more demand for its self build services from homeowners looking to secure their position on the property ladder in a faltering housing market.

Hexis has launched the VCSR100WG1 new printable cast vinyl film for wall graphics, for direct application onto brick, concrete or plaster walls.

Leading manufacturer of taps, valves and plumbing fittings Pegler Yorkshire Group, says Argenti was crucial in developing the company's strategic plan to grow in spite of the economic downturn.

Jewson has hosted the third Green Procurement Group meeting, which concluded with a firm commitment to meet the Government-led Strategic Forum for Construction's waste reduction targets by 2012.

Air tightness specialist Chiltern Dynamics has recently undertaken pilot studies in several parts of the UK to establish the effects of air leakage in homes.

Construction methods on a project the Leadbitter Group tendered for were changed after the office/retail Paragon development in Bristol discovered several challenges.

Halfen has launched its FRS - Frame Restraint System for economical restraint of external masonry back to steel studwork.

Hafele 'Programma Cap' range of bathroom fittings are designed to create a safe environment in public bathrooms and toilets in hotels, restaurants, and bars etc.

SCC is implementing Workspace Email Management and Vault from Union Square Software, developed to overcome problems associated with Outlook as the primary email store in a business.

Hunter Douglas has announced a strategic partnership with sun control experts QEF for the supply of specialist solar control products in Ireland.

Fluke TiRx Inspector thermal imager detects faults such as heat loss, water leakage, air leakage, moisture intrusion in insulation and location of underfloor heating.

The Zero Carbon Compendium report published by The NHBC Foundation, Zero Carbon Hub and PRP Architects, examines sustainability and carbon efficiency in housing.

Leading sealed unit manufacturer Solaglas launches its breakthrough brand of conservatory glass for roofs and side panels, SGG ClimaControl.

Weatherite Building Services has been awarded a series of contracts plus a prestigious Framework Agreement by Aston University, Birmingham.