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Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT)
CWCT is an independent resource centre for all those concerned with
the design, manufacture, construction and maintenance of building
envelopes.
Here are some selected links you might like to try.
About Stone
About Stone is a multidisciplinary directory for stone-related resources, with categories for stone, sculpture, carving, quarries, art, architecture, culture, and environment. It claims to be the most comprehensive and up-to-date directory of international web sites by, for and about people who work with stone.
http://aboutstone.org/
Aggregate Research Industries
Aggregate Research Industries (ARI) provides a focus on new technologies to apply commercially-oriented research for aggregate businesses.
http://www.aggregateresearch.com/
Aircrete Bureau
The Aircrete Bureau is a manufacturer organisation whose members include the major producers of aircrete products in the UK. The site provides a large amount of technical information on aircrete and its uses, including within the Building Regulations.
http://www.aircrete.co.uk/
Aluminium Federation (ALFED)
ALFED is the trade association representing the UK aluminium industry.
http://www.alfed.org.uk/site/alfed/home
American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA)
The AAMA is the source of performance standards, product certification and educational programs for the fenestration industry. Includes some technical information on windows.
http://www.aamanet.org/
APA - The Engineered Wood Association
A technical resource for all industry professionals interested in learning more about engineered wood products. Includes technical information, a photo library, case studies, and a specification writer.
http://www.apa-europe.org/
Architectural and Specialist Door Manufacturers Association (ASDMA)
ASDMA is an association of specialist timber door manufacturers.
http://www.asdma.com/
Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP)
The Association represents over 50 of the UK's major manufacturers and contractors, as well as regulatory and certification bodies, involved in the specialist passive fire protection industry. Includes a forum, details of courses, and a list of members.
http://www.asfp.org.uk
Association of Builders Hardware Manufacturers (ABHM)
The ABHM represents the interests of manufacturers of builders' hardware, architectural ironmongery and door and window fittings. Several Best Practice Guides are available on the site.
http://www.abhm.org.uk/
Association of Concrete Industrial Flooring Contractors (ACIFC)
The Association aims to raise standards and improve understanding of the floor as a structural component and economic asset of an industrial building. Includes details of working parties and members.
http://www.acifc.org/
Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers (AMU)
The AMU is the trade association for the upholstery sector. Includes FAQs on upholstery and a list of suppliers.
http://www.upholsterers.co.uk/
Automatic Door Suppliers' Association (ADSA)
ADSA exists to establish and promote standards of safety, quality, reliability and after-sales service as an assurance to both specifiers and users.
http://www.adsa.org.uk/
Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA)
The BMA represents a number of UK bathroom companies. Includes several free fact sheets.
http://www.bathroom-association.org/
Bitumen Waterproofing Association (BWA)
BWA provides information to the European waterproofing industry about the safety, cost effectiveness and environmental benefits of bituminous membranes for waterproofing applications.
http://www.bwa-europe.com/
Brass
Run by the Copper Development Association, Brass has information for specifiers, designers, engineers and manufacturers.
http://www.brass.org/
Brick Development Association (BDA)
The Brick Development Association represents the interests of UK and Irish manufacturers of clay bricks and pavers. Includes information on codes and standards, publications, and the regular Brick Bulletin.
http://www.brick.org.uk/
British Adhesives and Sealants Association (BASA)
BASA is the UK’s only trade body representing the interests of industrial adhesive and sealant manufacturers. Inludes information on suppliers of particular types of adhesive and sealant.
http://www.basaonline.org/
British Aggregates Association (BAA)
The British Aggregate Association represents and protects the commercial interests of Britain’s independent quarry operators. Includes press releases, links, and a directory of members.
http://www.british-aggregates.com/
British Approvals for Fire Equipment (BAFE)
BAFE is a non-profit making organisation and operates independent third party schemes of approval for fire protection systems and services. Includes details of registered companies, adopted schemes, and training courses.
http://www.bafe.org.uk/
British Approvals Service for Cables (BASEC)
BASEC provides product certification services for electrical cables, data/signal cables and ancillary products. Contains information about BASEC, the services they provide and the companies they have licensed to use their name and mark on their products.
http://www.basec.org.uk/home/
British Artist Blacksmiths Association (BABA)
BABA exists to promote the highest standards of craftsmanship and design among artist blacksmiths in the UK and abroad. Members can both create modern ironwork for buildings, public open spaces, etc. and can restore traditional ironwork. It publishes a quarterly magazine and various books, and offers training courses.
http://www.baba.org.uk/index.html
British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA)
BAFSA is the national trade association for the sprinkler industry. Includes information on sprinklers.
http://www.bafsa.org.uk/
British Blind and Shutter Association (BBSA)
The BBSA is the principal organisation representing the UK blind and shutter manufacturers and the companies that supply and serve them. Includes a glossary and links.
http://www.bbsa.org.uk/
British Ceramic Confederation (BCC)
BCC is the lead body for the UK ceramic manufacturing industry, including manufacturers of floor and wall tiles, sanitaryware, bricks, clay roofing tiles, clay pipes and land drains.
http://www.ceramfed.co.uk/
British Coatings Federation (BCF)
The BCF is the sole trade association for the decorative, industrial and powder coatings and printing inks manufacturing industry in the UK. Includes information on the industry and a product finder.
http://www.coatings.org.uk/
British Contract Furnishing Association (BCFA)
The BCFA is the leading UK trade association for the furniture and furnishings industry. Includes a directory of members, searchable by sector service.
http://www.thebcfa.com/
British Fenestration Rating Council (BFRC)
The BFRC is dedicated to the operation of a UK national rating system for the thermal performance of fenestration products.
http://www.bfrc.org/
British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM)
British Furniture Manufacturers is a trade association and employers' organisation. Includes a news centre and a directory of members' products.
http://www.bfm.org.uk/
British Glass
The British Glass Manufacturers' Confederation represents the UK's glass industry. Includes information on glass manufacture, the history of glass, and technical information.
http://www.britglass.co.uk/
British Hardware and Housewares Manufacturers' Association (BHHMA)
The BHHMA is the UK’s leading trade association representing the majority of producers in the housewares, DIY and hardware markets. Includes a list of members.
http://www.bhhma.co.uk/
British Interior Textiles Association (BITA)
BITA is the trade association for the UK interior textiles industry. Includes a product guide and a brand name guide.
http://www.interiortextiles.com/
British Masonry Society (BMS)
BMS is an international society with members throughout the world. Includes information on publications.
http://www.masonry.org.uk/
British Plastics Federation (BPF)
The BPF is the leading trade association of the UK plastics industry. Includes information on the industry, including a history of plastics.
http://www.bpf.co.uk/
British Precast Concrete Federation (BPCF)
The BPCF is the trade association of precast concrete manufacturers.
http://www.britishprecast.org/
British Society of Master Glass Painters (BSMGP)
The British Society of Master Glass Painters is Britain's only organisation devoted exclusively to the art and craft of stained glass.
http://www.bsmgp.org.uk/
British Stainless Steel Association (BSSA)
BSSA promotes and develops the use of stainless steel by U.K. manufacturers and end users and provides technical support and advice on stainless steel and its applications.
http://www.bssa.org.uk/
British Structural Waterproofing Association (BSWA)
The British Structural Waterproofing Association seeks to improve standards within the structural waterproofing industry. Includes information on publications and members.
http://www.thebswa.plus.com/
British Sundial Society (BSS)
The BSS aims to advance the education of the public in the art and science of gnomonics and the knowledge of all types of sundial. Includes a register of fixed dials in the British Isles, a glossary, and images of "dials of distinction".
http://www.sundialsoc.org.uk/
British Surface Treatment Suppliers Association (BSTSA)
The BSTSA represents manufacturers of surface treatments including electroplating, aluminium treatments, phosphating, autocatalytic plating, lacquers, and polishing. Includes technical information and a buyers guide.
http://www.bstsa.org.uk/
British Textile Technology Group (BTTG)
BTTG specialises in the specification and testing of textiles, inlcuding geotextiles, furnishing materials and carpets, and the flammability testing of building materials.
http://www.bttg.co.uk/
British Wood Preserving and Damp-proofing Association (BWPDA)
Trade body for the British timber and building preservation industry. Includes information on members and their services.
http://www.bwpda.co.uk/
British Woodworking Federation (BWF)
The BWF represents leading manufacturers, distributors and installers of timber components. Includes a directory of member services.
http://www.bwf.org.uk/
Britpave
Britpave encourages the use of concrete paving and associated products in construction.
http://www.britpave.org.uk/
Building Limes Forum
The Building Limes Forum exists to encourage expertise and understanding in the use of building limes. Includes information on lime and its uses.
http://www.buildinglimesforum.org.uk/
Buildingtalk
Regularly updated collection of news releases from building product manufacturers.
http://www.buildingtalk.com/
Carpet Foundation
The Carpet Foundation is funded by the leading UK carpet manufacturers. The site gives information on the care of carpets, health issues, and other information and advice.
http://www.comebacktocarpet.com/index2.htm
Cast Metals Federation (CMF)
CMF is the single trade body for the UK casting industry. Includes an enquiry service.
http://www.castmetalsfederation.com/home.asp
Cement & Concrete Basics
Provided by the US Portland Cement Association, the site contains extensive information on concrete and cement production, composition, products and uses, including a virtual tour of a cement plant.
http://www.cement.org/basics/
Cement Industry
Run by the British Cement Association, the site provides information and statistics on the UK cement industry.
http://www.cementindustry.co.uk/
Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT)
CWCT is an independent resource centre for all those concerned with the design, manufacture, construction and maintenance of building envelopes.
http://www.cwct.co.uk/
Chemical Industries Association (CIA)
The Chemical Industries Association is the UK chemical industry's leading trade and employer organisation. The site includes information on the Association and the chemical industry.
http://www.cia.org.uk/newsite/
Clay Roof Tile Council (CRTC)
The Clay Roofing Tile Council is a trade association comprising companies throughout the UK. The site includes ifnromation on the history and current use of clay roof tiles.
http://www.clayroof.co.uk/
COBRAE
COBRAE's mission is to promote the research, development, standardisation and application of fibre reinforced polymer composites in rehabilitation, upgrade and new build bridge constructions and infrastructure applications.
http://www.nedland.nl/
Confederation of Aerial Industries (CAI)
The CAI is the trade body for the aerial and satellite installation industry. The site includes a directory of members.
http://www.cai.org.uk/
Confederation of Roofing Contractors (CRC)
Members of the Confederation specialise in the provision of roofing services to all market sectors.
http://www.corc.co.uk/
Construction Fixings Association (CFA)
The Construction Fixings Association is a trade association which comprises major manufacturers of construction fixings with a significant UK presence.
http://www.fixingscfa.co.uk/
Contract Flooring Association (CFA)
The Contract Flooring Association consists of flooring contractors, manufacturers, distributors and consultants in the contract flooring industry.
http://www.cfa.org.uk/
Copper Development Association (CDA)
The Copper Development Association is a non-trading organisation sponsored by copper producers and fabricators to encourage the use of copper and copper alloys and to promote their correct and efficient applications. The site includes comprehensive FAQs on the use of copper and its alloys, with links to CDA publications.
http://www.cda.org.uk/
Corus Construction Centre
The Corus Construction Centre brings together an integrated team of experts to provide a one-stop-shop for advice on the use of steel and aluminium in construction.
http://www.corusconstruction.com/en/
Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB)
The Council for Aluminium in Building is a trade association representing companies and organisations who use aluminium products or supply them to the construction industry. Includes a gallery, links, and information on publications.
http://www.c-a-b.org.uk/
Door and Hardware Federation (DHF)
DHF represents the interests of manufacturers and installers of industrial, pedestrian and garage doors as well as manufacturers of locks and building hardware. It provides professionals in all sectors of the building industry with a single source for technical expertise.
http://www.dhfonline.org.uk/
Engineered Panels In Construction (EPIC)
EPIC was set up in 1991 to promote quality roofing and cladding systems through the use of factory engineered panels.
http://www.epic.uk.com/
Eurisol
Eurisol is the UK mineral wool association, whose members produce thermal, fire and acoustic insulation materials for a wide range of building and industrial insulation applications. The site includes information on mineral wool and its use.
http://www.eurisol.com/
Eurogypsum
European federation of national associations of producers of gypsum products. Its prime aim is to promote both the products and the interests of these producers.
http://www.eurogypsum.org/
European Association of Insulation Manufacturers (Eurima)
EURIMA is the European Association of Insulation Manufacturers and represents the interests of all major mineral wool producers throughout Europe. The site provides thorough information on energy efficient insulation including fact sheets, online tools, updates on events and conferences, plus general information on mineral wool insulation.
http://www.eurima.org
European Door and Shutter Federation (EDSF)
Information about the new European standards for doors and shutters.
http://www.edsf.com
European Federation of the Plywood Industry (FEIC)
FEIC is a trade association for European plywood producers.
http://www.europlywood.org/
European Marine Sand and Gravel Group (EMSAGG)
EMSAGG is an independent body and draws together the dredging industry, European Government departments and agencies, regulators, economists, resource planners, environmental bodies and academic and research bodies in the marine sand and gravel field.
http://www.ciria.org/emsagg/
European Masonry Data Bank (EMDB)
EMDB is an on-line collaborative database for the support and cooperation of masonry-related research and testing activities. Includes basic data on experimental and numerical research on masonry carried out in European countries and worldwide.
http://itc.fgg.uni-lj.si/emdb/
European Panel Federation (EPF)
EPF represents the European wood-based panels industry, including the manufacturers of particleboard, MDF, and OSB.
http://www.mdf-info.org/website%5Fepf/
Fencing Contractors Association (FCA)
Lists of members may be obtained from the Association or from its website.
http://www.fencingcontractors.org/
Fencing Directory
A focal point for the UK fencing industry with searching for fencing systems, fencing products, fencing suppliers, fencing contractors and fencing organisations.
http://www.fencing-directory.com/
FIRAS - Accreditation of Fire Protection Installers
FIRAS is an accreditation scheme for contractors who install passive fire protection products and systems. Includes a register of accredited distributors and installers.
http://www.warringtonfire.net/default.asp?DepartmentID=6&SectionID=62&SubSectionID=&TopicID=
Fire Industry Association (FIA)
Trade association for the fire protection industry. The site includes a directory of members and a FAQ section on the Association and fire fighting equipment.
http://www.fia.uk.com/
Fire Protection Association (FPA)
The FPA is the UK's leading national fire safety organisation and provides information and advisory services, education and training and a wide range of publications.
http://www.thefpa.co.uk/
Fire Sprinkler Association
The Fire Sprinkler Association is a non-profit organisation, which promotes the wider use of fire sprinklers to mitigate UK fire casualties and losses. Includes information on sprinkler systems, and on finding a certified installer.
http://www.firesprinklers.info/
Forest Certification Resource Center
A comprehensive resource for information on forest management and product certification worldwide. Includes a searchable database of certified forests and forest products throughout the world.
http://www.metafore.org/?s=147
Galvanizers Association (GA)
The Galvanizers Association provides authoritative information and advice on hot dip galvanizing. The site provides information on galvanizing and its uses, including specifying hot dip galvanizing, corrosion performance, and sustainable construction.
http://www.hdg.org.uk/
General Elevator and Escalator Information
Provided by Otis, this site provides a brief overview of the history and mechanics of elevators and escalators.
http://www.otis.com/aboutotis/elevatorsinfo/0,1361,CLI1,00.html
Hardwood Information Center
This is an American site and so only covers those hardwoods that grow in the USA, but for each species gives a bit of history and a description, strength and mechanical properties and its main uses. It also has more general sections on flooring, furniture, etc and a glossary of terms.
http://www.hardwoodinfo.com
Institute of Roofing (IoR)
The Institute is an educational body for those employed in the UK roofing industry.
http://instituteofroofing.co.uk/
Interlay: The Association of Block Paving Contractors
Interlay is the independent association of block paving contractors dedicated to promoting and maintaining the highest professional standards. Includes information for homeowners and construction professionals, and is searchable.
http://www.interlay.org.uk/
International Aluminium Institute (IAI)
The IAI is the global forum of aluminium producers dedicated to the development and wider use of aluminium as a competitive and uniquely valuable material. Includes information on the history, production and use of aluminium.
http://www.world-aluminium.org/iai/
International Lead and Zinc Study Group (ILZSG)
ILZSG is an intergovernmental organisation which regularly brings together twenty-eight member countries in an international forum to exchange information on lead and zinc. Includes statistics, links, and details of publications.
http://www.ilzsg.org/ilzsgframe.htm
International Research Group on Wood Preservation
IRG facilitates contacts between specialists working on the complex problems of wood protection and durability.
http://www.irg-wp.com/
International Stainless Steel Forum (ISSF)
Information on stainless steel and its use, comprising a stainless steel document repository from a variety of sources, training/education facilities, contact details for all ISSF members, and a general 'What is Stainless Steel' page. The repository comprises Applications (consumer and investment goods), Products and Properties, Design and Fabrication, Processes and Production, and Health and Environment.
http://www.worldstainless.org/
International Titanium Association
Includes a great deal of information on titanium and its alloys.
http://www.titanium.org/
International Zinc Association (IZA)
The IZA is a non-profit organization that represents the world zinc industry. Includes facts and figures about zinc, applications for zinc, its environmental impact, and an extensive guide to zinc.
http://www.iza.com/
Intumescent Fire Seals Association (IFSA)
IFSA is the leading trade association for companies engaged in the science and application of intumescent-based passive fire protection systems. Includes IFSA Info Sheets, news and links.
http://www.ifsa.org.uk/
Irish Concrete Society
The Irish Concrete Society caters for the needs of all who have an interest in concrete, in its widest sense. It is the primary organization in Ireland concerned with the technical aspects of design and construction in concrete
http://www.concrete.ie/
Lead Contractors Association
Directory of specialist leadworking contractors in the UK.
http://www.lca.gb.com/
Lift and Escalator Industry Association (LEIA)
LEIA is the trade association and advisory body for the lift and escalator industry. Includes a searchable directory of members, code of practice, and information on publications and training.
http://www.leia.co.uk/
Lift Directory
A business portal dedicated to manufacturers and installers of lifts, with other lift-related information and services included.
http://www.liftdirectory.com/
Manufacturers of Domestic Unvented Systems (MODUS)
MODUS is an association of companies who produce or market mains pressure (unvented) hot water systems or associated controls/products.
http://www.modus-uk.org/
Marble and More
International directory and information source for marble, granite and other natural stone plus business market place.
http://www.marbleandmore.com/
Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association
Representing the major manufacturers in the metal roofing and cladding industries in the UK. Free technical literature, software, articles and links to member companies.
http://www.mcrma.co.uk/
Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association (MCRMA)
MCRMA represents the major manufacturers in the metal roofing and cladding industries. The site includes free technical literature, software, articles and links to member companies.
http://www.mcrma.co.uk/
Metal Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA)
Trade association for sheet metal roofing contractors.
http://www.mrca.org.uk/
MetSteel.com
Internet portal for the UK steel and metal industry that provides a steel and metal business directory, services database, job zone, trade zone, forum, events diary, and publications for sale.
http://www.metsteel.com/
Modular and Portable Building Association (MPBA)
The MPBA is an association for the promotion of the modular and portable building industry. The site give information about the association's Members and Associate Members and the products and services that they can supply.
http://mpba.biz/
National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers (NARM)
NARM is the main provider of technical design in rooflighting products.
http://www.narm.org.uk/home/home.html
National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC)
The NFRC is the major roofing Federation in the UK. Includes directories of roofing contractors and suppliers.
http://www.nfrc.co.uk/
National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA)
Although an American organization, the NWFA site provides a lot of information on hardwood flooring, including finishes and maintenance.
http://www.woodfloors.org/consumer/
Oriented Strand Board
Technical information on OSB, plus downloadable user guides and links to manufacturers.
http://www.osb-info.org/
Paint and Powder Finishing Association
The Paint and Powder Finishing Association represents all organisations involved in organic finishes.
http://www.sea.org.uk/sea_page.aspx?id=203
Paint Quality Institute
The Paint Quality Institute works to educate people on the advantages of using high quality interior and exterior paints and coatings. Includes a problem solver and an encyclopaedia of paint.
http://www.paintquality.co.uk/
Painting and Decorating Association (PDA)
The PDA is the largest and oldest established national organisation in the UK catering exclusively for the needs of professional painting and decorating trade employers or sole traders. Includes a directory of members.
http://www.paintingdecoratingassociation.co.uk/
Plastics Window Federation (PWF)
The PWF provides a free Care Pack and advice on looking after PVC-U windows and doors.
http://www.pwfed.co.uk/
Precast Flooring Federation (PFF)
Includes technical information on the three main types of precast flooring.
http://www.precastfloors.info/
Resin Flooring Association (FeRFA)
FeRFA represents the major product manufacturers, specialist contractors, raw material suppliers and specialist service providers within the UK Industry.
http://www.ferfa.org.uk/html/
Roofconsult
Information for the roofing and cladding industry. Registration required.
http://www.roofconsult.co.uk/
Salvo Materials Information Exchange
The Salvo MIE exchange system allows the UK construction industry to buy and sell used, second hand and unutilised construction materials over the internet.
http://www.salvomie.co.uk/
Scottish Institute for Wood Technology (SIWT)
The Scottish Institute for Wood Technology (SIWT) is dedicated to the development of technologies, products and services to enhance the performance of wood.
http://scieng.abertay.ac.uk/siwt/index.htm
Scottish Lime Centre
The Scottish Lime Centre promotes and encourages the appropriate repair of traditional buildings, and conserving and developing associated building traditions, crafts and skills through training and education. They also promote environmentally appropriate building technology and materials. Includes information on project, publications, and events.
http://www.scotlime.org/
Siphonic Roof Drainage Association (SRDA)
The Siphonic Roof Drainage Association was set up to promote a wider understanding of the principles of siphonic drainage, to promote good practice among siphonic companies, and to provide a recognised platform for specifiers.
http://www.siphonic-roof-drainage.co.uk/
SpecialChem4Adhesives
SpecialChem is a knowledge and service provider in the domain of specialty chemicals. The site includes technical information on adhesives and sealants, lists of resources and services, and lengthy articles. Some parts of the site require free registration.
http://www.specialchem4adhesives.com/
Sprayed Concrete Association (SCA)
SCA represents leading UK contracting and manufacturing companies engaged in sprayed concrete.
http://www.sca.org.uk/
Steel Construction
Clients and specifiers can use the site to find information about UK steel construction companies, and to search for advice and information about many steel construction related topics.
http://www.steelconstruction.org/steelconstruction/guestLogin
Steel Window Association (SWA)
The SWA provides information on the use of steel windows, including a specifiers guide and section drawings available to download.
http://www.steel-window-association.co.uk/
Steelbiz
Steelbiz is an information system developed by the UK Steel Construction Institute. It features technical information such as dictionaries and a thesaurus, and links to industry web resources. Parts of the site require registration.
http://www.steelbiz.org/
Steelonthenet.com
International steel industry news, information services and statistics.
http://www.steelonthenet.com/
Stone Federation Great Britain (SFGB)
Details of Stone Federation Great Britain, technical advice, and to enable potential specifiers, architects, clients and surveyors to find a Stone Federation member company to assist them in their project.
http://www.stone-federationgb.org.uk/
Stone Network
Details of over 5,000 natural stone suppliers from 60 countries of granite, marble, limestone, sandstone, quartzite, travertine and slate.
http://www.stonenetwork.com/
Stone Roofing Association (SRA)
Information about sandstone and limestone roofs. It contains information on the history, geology and use of stone slates or tilestones, including lists of historical resources.
http://www.stoneroof.org.uk/
Sundials on the Internet
The leading world Internet site on sundials, including sundial makers, books, journals, sundial trails all over the world, national societies, sundial projects, and many pictures of sundials.
http://www.sundials.co.uk/
Sustainable Concrete
The site is intended to inform and assist those interested in knowing more about concrete, its sustainability and how it can be used in sustainable design and construction. Includes information on concrete itself, sustainable design and construction, case studies, and FAQs.
http://www.sustainableconcrete.org.uk/main.asp?page=0
Thatching Advisory Services (TAS)
TAS is the largest thatching organisation in the UK. The site includes information on thatch and its use for builders and architects.
http://www.thatchingadvisoryservices.co.uk/
The Wood Shop
UK timber consultancy and website directory providing a “shop window” on the wood products industry through which specifiers and users can gain access to quality wood products.
http://www.thewoodshop.biz/
Timber Trade Federation (TTF)
The Timber Trade Federation is the leading trade association for the timber industry in the UK. Includes information on the use of timber in construction.
http://www.ttf.co.uk/
Tin Technology
Tin Technology is a membership-based organisation involved in research, development, and marketing of tin based technologies.
http://www.tintechnology.com/
Tribu-Design - 20th century database on furniture, lighting and industrial design
Illustrated searchable guide to the last century's furniture by over 500 designers, with links to the designers' sites where possible. There are also a few articles and features.
http://www.tribu-design.com/en/index.php
Trussed Rafter Association (TRA)
Includes information on TRA members, and current Data Sheets are available to download.
http://www.tra.org.uk/
UKWelder
A vacancy and news site for the UK welding industry.
http://www.ukwelder.com/
Vinyl In Design
An online resource for building professionals, highlighting vinyl's use as a building material.
http://www.vinylbydesign.com/site/new_index.asp
WhatDoIDoWithThis.com
Site for builders and merchants to sell surplus materials and unwanted stock at discounted prices. It stipulates that no full-price merchandise can be sold on the site.
http://www.whatdoidowiththis.com/
Woodweb
US woodworking industry information site. Much of the information is of little use outside the USA, but some of the articles and forum entries are of interest elsewhere.
http://www.woodweb.com/
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