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BWF-CERTIFIRE celebrates 15 years with free technical briefing

The seminar, which takes place at the Building Centre on June 13th, will also include presentations by the London Fire Brigade and Brent Housing Partnership, and will provide practical guidance ... Read more »

Want to get involved in the Green Deal? New guidance document shows you how

The free publication, written by industry for industry, is aimed at manufacturers, distributors, main contractors and installers and provides a useful introduction for all organisations, both ... Read more »

Two more companies fined after employees have their fingers cut off by circular saws

Two shocking yet preventable incidents have again highlighted the importance of adequate machine guards and appropriate training for users of circular saws.

BWF joins the social media revolution

The British Woodworking Federation (BWF) has begun to use social media as part of its communciations and marketing strategy.

CPA Weekly Notes 11th May 2012

As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), members are able to view the latest weekly notes.

CPA Policy Update May 2012

As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), members are able to view the latest Policy Update.

Sustainability Campaign calls for Wood First rule for all public buildings

Wood for Good calls for public sector to lead by example in UK's battle with climate change

Is your website breaking the law?

The fast-paced world of email and other internet communications has been relatively unrestricted, but regulators are catching up. With a new legislation on on e-privacy in EU rules, have you ... Read more »

Top organisations speak at members’ day – don’t miss out!

With speakers from Adam Khan Architects, the BBA, the HSE, the manufacutring advisory service and many more, BWF Members' Day is a conference you do not want to miss, to prepare your business for ... Read more »

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee holiday -Are my employees entitled to paid time off?

There will be a special bank holiday to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on Tuesday 5th June 2012. Whilst under the Working Time Regulations ... Read more »

CPA Weekly Notes 4th May 2012

As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), members are able to view the latest weekly notes.

Technical focus on Members’ Day 2012: The Green Deal, CE Marking, and U-values

BWF Technical Manager Kevin Underwood provides a quick summary of what you can expect to learn about the Green Deal, CE marking, and U-values come the 24th of May

BWF Launches ‘Factory Production Control For CE Marking’ Service To Joinery Manufacturers

We have launched a new service allowing joinery firms to comply with new regulations on CE marking coming into force in 2013.

BWF and WWA slam Which? magazine for failing to recognise timber windows

The British Woodworking Federation (BWF) and Wood Window Alliance (WWA) have written to consumer magazine Which? following a report published on double-glazing companies that completely omits ... Read more »

New BWF State of Trade Survey shows joinery sales volumes increasing but margins remaining tight

The first BWF State of Trade Survey finds that despite uncertain demand and an increase in fuel, energy and material costs, there are some causes for optimism.