Building regulations – Quickguides for rooflights, Part L, Conservation of heat & power
Quickguides on building regulations, Part L – Conservation of heat and power for rooflights and roof windows.
Quickguides on building regulations, Part L – Conservation of heat and power for rooflights and roof windows.
The Rooflight Association held it’s first general meeting since the re-brand, at Swindon’s National Self Build & Renovation Centre in…
Interested in what a membership with the Rooflight Association has to offer? Then come and see us at Stand 1.…
NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, has re-launched as The Rooflight Association. Previously under the NARM banner, the Association’s…
The Rooflight Association (formerly NARM) has appointed Alex O’dell to its board of directors, at the Association’s recent AGM. Alex…
The Rooflight Association (formerly NARM) is the trade association representing the UK’s rooflight industry. Our purpose is to promote best…
Ian Weakford has been appointed as the new Chairman of The Rooflight Association (formerly NARM), following a unanimous vote at…
Howells Patent Glazing is the latest company to join the ranks of NARM, taking the association’s membership to seventeen active,…
Over the coming months, we’ll be publishing a series articles based on interviews with NARM members and Directors, giving their…
NARM has published an updated version of its Quickguide 08, entitled ‘Understanding CWCT Classifications of Rooflight Types’. The CWCT (Centre…
Previously operating as an unincorporated association, NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, has formed a limited company through which…
At NARM, our purpose is to identify and promote best practice in rooflight specification, installation, maintenance and safety. A key…
NARM has appointed Tom Ogilvie as Chairman, following a vote at the Association’s recent Annual General Meeting. He takes…
NARM has issued a new document entitled ‘Definition of geometric free area for Smoke Vents’. Our Technical Committee Chairman Stuart…
From 1st January 2021 the UK is no longer a member of the EU and changes have been made to…
NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, has launched a new campaign to support the requirement for laminated inner panes…
As the UK’s leading independent authority on rooflight specification, NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, publishes technical guidance on…
Stuart Middle has been appointed as Chairman of the Technical Committee of NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, following…
NARM has published a further new RIBA approved CPD document, following approval by the RIBA CPD Providers Network. This approval…
NARM is delighted to welcome The Standard Patent Glazing Company as a new member. Based in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire,…
NARM has published a new RIBA CPD accredited document, following approval by the RIBA CPD Providers Network. NARM NTD15: ‘A…
NARM, The National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, has been made aware of a number of instances where profiled GRP (Glass…
Have you seen our latest ad in Daylighting Magazine? The latest issue also features our regular Daylight Diary column, news…
NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, has elected Jim Lowther of Xtralite as Chairman at its recent council election.…
2018 was a busy and intensive year for NARM, responding to and driving change in various technical and legislative changes…
The latest issue of DAYLIGHTING Magazine carries no fewer than five articles by NARM member companies, plus a double page…
The BBC’s recent Horizon program ‘Body Clock: What Makes Us Tick, gives a fascinating insight into the role that exposure…
As recently as the turn of the millenium, there was still a prevailing perception amongst architectural specifiers and other interested…
The latest issue of DAYLIGHTING Magazine carries an article by NARM Safety Representative, Chris Pearce – in which he outlines…
RIBA has approved a further two NARM Technical Documents for CPD use. NARM NTD11: ‘Understanding the differences between ‘non-fragile’ rooflights…
What does a trade association actually do? A common perception is that many trade associations exist to protect the interests…
The current issue of Daylighting Magazine carries our regular Daylight Diary column, plus an informative article on fire safety by…
As the trade association representing the UK’s rooflight industry, NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, plays a number of…
As the trade association representing the UK’s rooflight industry for over twenty years, NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers…
NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, is an active trade association representing UK rooflight suppliers and associated businesses. We…
NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, is celebrating its 20th Anniversary in 2018. NARM is an active trade association…
In its role as the voice of the UK’s rooflight industry, NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, is committed…
In this issue of DAYLIGHTING Magazine, our Daylight Diary column takes a look back at the year and highlights significant…
You can check out our regular Daylight Diary column on page 33, plus loads of other interesting articles and contributions…
Did you see our article on how small differences in rooflight area can have a significant impact on light levels…
You can check out our regular Daylight Diary column on page 27, with latest updates on NARM’s mission to spread…
Read our Daylight Diary column on page 28, plus editorial contributions from many of our members – and you can…
Reflecting the continual developments in materials and the design and specification of glass rooflights, we have updated our guidance page…
The Building Research Establishment (BRE) released the results of analysing more than 70 research studies and documents in its paper,…
Read our Daylight Diary column on page 22. You’ll also find editorial contributions from many of our members – and…
NARM, The National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers, has played an important role representing the UK’s rooflight industry in consultation with…
2016 HAS BEEN A BUSY YEAR AT NARM! We’ve been working hard to benefit our members, raise awareness of rooflighting…
NARM will be making regular editorial contributions to the new DAYLIGHTING Magazine – a bi-monthly digital publication that’s focusing on…
In retail environments and offices, the concentration and performance of workers has been proven to be superior to those where…
GUEST BLOG by John Godley, Technical Manager for Hambleside Danelaw. Before the HSE introduced the CDM Regulations, they had already…
It’s now widely accepted that natural daylight not only provides the best environment for people to work in: it saves…
This graph shows how roof light areas will affect illumination levels. In this example for a single storey building located…
As a general rule of thumb, daylighting in all types of building should be designed to provide adequate light levels…
The BRE has published some fascinating insights into the positive effects of daylighting in healthcare establishments on its ‘Designing Buildings…
GUEST BLOG: John Godley, Technical Manager at Hambleside Danelaw, discusses the important factors to consider for an effective daylighting plan.…
CIBSE Guide A provides data which allows us to determine the appropriate design and rooflight area to provide recommended light…
There seems to be a lot of confusion out in the marketplace on this issue at the moment – with…
The growing popularity of ‘walk-on’ rooflights – very high specification glass structures designed to floor loadings and therefore unsuitable for…
In a recent NARM member company survey, 78% of respondents said their level of business is affected by spurious claims…
Rooflight manufacturers are right to publish and promote the U-values of their products and low U-values are indeed an important…
It’s never a good thing to generalise, but the answer it would appear, may be more “Yes” than “No” in…
Market Director, VELUX
At Velux, Alex heads the company’s core residential window operations in the UK and Ireland. He is a seasoned leader with extensive knowledge and experience across various manufacturing and consumer industries both in the UK and overseas. He is passionate about promoting healthy homes through natural daylight and fresh air, energy conservation and sustainable building design.
Market Director, VELUX
At VELUX, Alex heads the company’s core residential window operations in the UK and Ireland. He is a seasoned leader with extensive knowledge and experience across various manufacturing and consumer industries both in the UK and overseas. He is passionate about promoting healthy homes through natural daylight and fresh air, energy conservation and sustainable building design.
Head of Rooflight Technology, Brett Martin Daylight Systems
Stuart is a mechanical engineer with 26 years’ experience in the rooflight industry, mainly concentrating on the industrial rooflight market. He currently chairs the Rooflight Association’s Technical Committee as well as sitting on the European committee for the development of rooflight standards (TC128/SC9 working groups 2 and 3), he also represents us on the Advisory Committee for Roofwork.
Head of Rooflight Technology, Brett Martin Daylight Systems
Stuart is a mechanical engineer with 26 years’ experience in the rooflight industry, mainly concentrating on the industrial rooflight market. He currently chairs the Rooflight Association’s Technical Committee as well as sitting on the European committee for the development of rooflight standards (TC128/SC9 working groups 2 and 3), he also represents us on the Advisory Committee for Roofwork.
Managing Director & Vice-Chairman of Hambleside Danelaw Limited.
Chris has been with Hambleside Danelaw for over 35 years and nearly all of this time has been as Managing Director. He is a qualified Chartered Management Accountant and Chartered Global Management Accountant. Chris is the long-standing Treasurer of the Association since he was first appointed back in 2008. In his spare time, he enjoys competitive sailing in both the Flying Fifteen and Finn classes.
Managing Director & Vice-Chairman of Hambleside Danelaw Limited.
Chris has been with Hambleside Danelaw company for over 35 years and nearly all of this time has been as Managing Director. He is a qualified Chartered Management Accountant and Chartered Global Management Accountant. Chris is the long-standing Treasurer of the Association since he was first appointed back in 2008. In his spare time, he enjoys competitive sailing in both the Flying Fifteen and Finn classes.
Group Technical Director, Glazing Vision
Jeremy is a mechanical engineer with 38 years experience in the glazing industry, 34 of which have been working with rooflights. He sits on The Rooflight Association’s Technical Committee and represents us at Eurolux, the European trade association for rooflights and smoke ventilation. Jeremy currently chairs BSI Committee B/542/8 the mirror committee to CEN/TC128/SC9/WG2 where he is also a member representing BSI. He is a member of the CPR Aquis Sub-group 4 at the European Commission.
Group Technical Director, Glazing Vision
Jeremy is a mechanical engineer with 38 years experience in the glazing industry, 34 of which have been working with rooflights. He sits on The Rooflight Association’s Technical Committee and represents us at Eurolux, the European trade association for rooflights and smoke ventilation. Jeremy currently chairs BSI Committee B/542/8 the mirror committee to CEN/TC128/SC9/WG2 where he is also a member representing BSI. He is a member of the CPR Aquis Sub-group 4 at the European Commission.
Technical Director, Kingspan Light + Air
Conor has worked in the Smoke Control, Ventilation and Daylighting Industry since 1987. He was Chair of the Smoke Control Association for eight years and currently sits on: The Rooflight Association’s Technical Committee; BSI Committees for Fire Safety; and the board of the Construction and Building Services Division of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. He also contributes to Fire Engineering and Smoke Control Association Guidance Documents.
Technical Director, Kingspan Light + Air
Conor has worked in the Smoke Control, Ventilation and Daylighting Industry since 1987. He was Chair of the Smoke Control Association for eight years and currently sits on: The Rooflight Association’s Technical Committee; BSI Committees for Fire Safety; and the board of the Construction and Building Services Division of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. He also contributes to Fire Engineering and Smoke Control Association Guidance Documents.
Group Managing Director, Glazing Vision
Jon has been with Glazing Vision for 18 years. He’s worked on rooflight projects all over the world including Europe, Scandinavia, The Middle East, Asia and America. A former Chairman of NARM, Jon now sits on the Rooflight Association’s Marketing Committee & represents us at the CPA (Construction Products Association). In his spare time, he’s a triathlete and enjoys competing.
Group Managing Director, Glazing Vision
Jon has been with Glazing Vision for 18 years. He’s worked on rooflight projects all over the world including Europe, Scandinavia, The Middle East, Asia and America. A former Chairman of NARM, Jon now sits on the Rooflight Association’s Marketing Committee & represents us at the CPA (Construction Products Association). In his spare time, he’s a triathlete and enjoys competing.
Marketing Director, Whitesales
Sioned Yates is Marketing Director at Whitesales and brings with her 25+ years’ experience in strategic product development and marketing of building materials. Sioned is a valuable director on the Rooflight Association’s Marketing Committee and continues to advocate for digital advancement and accessibility to appeal to all daylighting organisations and professionals.
Marketing Director, Whitesales
Sioned Yates is Marketing Director at Whitesales and brings with her 25+ years’ experience in strategic product development and marketing of building materials. Sioned is a valuable director on the Rooflight Association’s Marketing Committee and continues to advocate for digital advancement and accessibility to appeal to all daylighting organisations and professionals.
Sales & Marketing Director, Hambleside Danelaw
Ian has spent his career in manufacturing, primarily in the water and construction sectors, in both large international organisations and SMEs. For the last ten years, he has been with Hambleside Danelaw who service the roofing sector with rooflights for industrial buildings. Ian led the Association’s Marketing Committee before being appointed as Chair in 2022. He also sits on the CPA’s committee that has developed the proposed Construction Product Competence Standard.
Sales & Marketing Director, Hambleside Danelaw
Ian has spent his career in manufacturing, primarily in the water and construction sectors, in both large international organisations and SMEs. For the last ten years, he has been with Hambleside Danelaw who service the roofing sector with rooflights for industrial buildings. Ian led the Association’s Marketing Committee before being appointed as Chair in 2022. He also sits on the CPA’s committee that has developed the proposed Construction Product Competence Standard.
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