Clay Technology August/September 2007

This issue of Clay Technology focuses on roofing products. Sarah Jackson of Koramic Clay Roof Tiles explains the advantages of clay over concrete. An in depth explanation of the Code for Sustainable Homes is given by Mike Driver of the Brick Development Association, and we take a look at the recent OFFSITE 2007 exhibition.

News

Building blocks - National Skills Academy

Proskills has succeeded in its bid to establish a National Skills Academy (NSA). It is designed to deliver technical and management skills for the processing and manufacturing industries, which includes the building products sector. The Proskills Building Products Group, which comprises representatives from Baggeridge Brick, Ibstock Brick and Hanson have been consulted on the plans.

Clay Technology Magazine, 31 Jul 2007

Features

Clay versus concrete – The sustainability of clay verses concrete roofing tiles

Traditionally concrete roofing tiles have been preferred as a low-cost option to clay counterparts. However, legislation is putting an ever increasing focus on sustainable building and materials. Advances in manufacturing techniques together with greater design flexibility are producing more cost effective solutions for clay.

Clay Technology Magazine, 31 Jul 2007

Making the mould – Moulds for different types of tiles

The advantages and disadvantages of using moulds made from different types of materials and the casting techniques that produce differing tiles.

Clay Technology Magazine, 31 Jul 2007

Hands-on tiling – Profile of Neil Tobin

Clay roof tile revival has seen various threats from cheap imports to dwindling customer orders. Neil Tobin of Keymer Tiles shows how the company has adapted. Customers are attracted to UK-made tiles, opening up new markets in the USA, and the use of different colours and the environmentally friendly use of longer lasting tiles.

Clay Technology Magazine, 31 Jul 2007