Arabian Profile Company Limited (APL) specialises in cladding material for both interior and exterior applications in the building industry.

Collection Formica Limited of the UK has launched its new Specification Collection, which offers a range of surfacing materials including laminates, Surell solid surfacing, real wood products, Colorcore and Compact solid-grade laminate.

The subject of "fastening and fire prevention" has not been given full attention until now and no detailed know-how was available. The performance capabilities of fastenings has hitherto been either underestimated or overestimated - for example, the very "conservative" assumptions of DIN 4102.

The quality and excellence of Hilti Firestop products ensure that fire, smoke and toxic gases are contained to prevent the tragic loss of human life and property, according to Hilti, the Liechtenstein-headquartered fastenings specialist. In cladding and curtain-wall designs for buildings, Hilti provides various Firestop systems solutions.

Hunter Douglas is a world leader in window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products such as sandwich panels and metal ceiling systems.

Modern construction techniques coupled with the imagination of architects have changed the face of cities, giving rise to striking buildings with metal-clad walls and glass finishes.