Industry NewsROLE MODELRECOGNITIONSimon Dixon, NFRC Training and TechnicalManager, has been shortlisted for the UKConstruction Week Role Model 2020awards.The UKCW RoleModel awardsaim to showcasethe diverse rangeof talent in theconstructionindustry to Simon Dixon, NFRC Training &Technical Manager.inspire the nextgeneration of construction professionals.Simon has worked in the roofing industry foralmost 40 years, 22 of which have been inroof training, having started his career as anapprentice slater.Bob Richardson, NFRC Head of Technical,commented: “I am delighted that Simon hasbeen shortlisted for this prestigious award inrecognition of everything he has done topromote quality in roof training to the nextgeneration. Simon doesn’t do it for the glory,but for his desire to inspire others and after40 years in the industry he is very deservingof this recognition.”He added: “Simon had critical involvement inestablishing the first-ever Roofing Hub andhas advocated for the industry in schools andcolleges across the country. From hisinvolvement with the T-level Panel creatingnew technical qualifications for construction,to his expert judging at Skill Build, Simon hasbeen at the forefront of promoting oursector.”He concluded: “I am sure the roofingcommunity will join me and the NFRC inwishing Simon all the best for the awardslater this year.”More news, updates and interviews at www.total-contractor.co.ukON THE LOOKOUT FOR ROOFING HEROES!Roofers across the UK have undoubtedly faced achallenging few months with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, but SIG Roofing is seeking tohighlight the fantastic work still being carried outacross the sector as it launches the search forthis year’s ‘Local Hero’.The annual award, which is handed out by SIG RoofingNominate your Local Hero from the roofing sector.at the UK Roofing Awards (taking place on 2nd October2020), recognises roofers who have gone above and Stuart Base, Marketing Director at SIG Roofing,beyond the call of duty, carrying out truly exceptional said: “The NFRC UK Roofing Awards is awork for customers, charity or the wider community. cornerstone event of the roofing industry calendar,and the Local Hero Award is always among theThe nominations for the awards are open untilmost hotly anticipated categories. This year’s31st August and give satisfied customers, friends,award will be particularly significant, as roofersfamily or beneficiaries a rare opportunity to shine aacross the UK have faced up to some trulyspotlight on their roofing hero. Open to roofingexceptional circumstances to continue deliveringcontractors working at businesses of 15 or lessthe fantastic work and community spirit whichemployees, nominations can be made for atruly does the sector proud.multitude of reasons, including charity fundraising,dedicating their time to helping others, contributing “Every year, we are so inspired by the exceptionaltheir roofing skills to those in need, voluntary work work – both roofing related and for the widerwith young or disadvantaged people, or saving a community – our nominees deliver. Decidinglife or someone from physical harm.which entries to shortlist is never easy, but wecan’t wait to hear about some of the fantasticIn total, a shortlist of three roofing contractors willexamples of roofing excellence from across themake it to the final in London, with the winnerpast year, and look forward to seeing the winnerbeing announced during the UK Roofing Awards incrowned in October.”front of a crowd of peers and industryprofessionals. Each and every nomination To nominate your Local Hero visitreceived is reviewed by a panel of SIG Roofing https://www.sigroofing.co.uk/local-hero/localhero-form/and fill out the application form oremployees and NFRC representatives with thestandard of entries increasing each year.ask for more details at your SIG Roofing Branch.REVISED GUIDANCE FROM MCRMAThe Metal Cladding and Roofingsealants. The document discusses the principalManufacturers Association (MCRMA) has approaches of the widely used fabrication fixingpublished a revised edition of its aluminium methodologies of dead fix and floating fix,fabrications guidance document titled: examines the effects of thermal movement andAluminium fabrications: A guide to good provides guidance on correct fastenerpractice.specification.The 24-page document provides theoretical and The guidance document can be downloadedpractical guidance in the design and specification from the MCRMA website at:of aluminium fabrication, including fasteners and www.mcrma.co.uk8 TC JUNE 2020
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