Association for Environment Conscious Building Independent building trade organisation encouraging greater environmental awareness and practice within the UK construction industry. Association of Consultant Building Surveyors Promoting the building surveying profession in the property and construction markets, both in the UK and overseas. Construction Industry Research and Information Association Research concerned with improving the performance of all involved in construction and the environment. Catalogue available for download. Construction Industry Training Board Delivers construction training products and programmes through a national network of staff based in regional offices. Site includes information on what is on offer and publications on constructions standards. Gas-News.co.uk Gas, plumbing and heating news for installers, consumers and industry. Includes events guide and discussion forum. Glass and Glazing Federation Portal for employers and companies within the flat glass, glazing, window, home improvement, automotive, plastics and film industries. Kitchen Specialists Association Offers practical buying advice, design ideas for kitchens and a catalogue of all the latest appliances. National Green Specification Discuss and develop the creation of a ready made specification of green products and methods of construction. Contact details and forum. Precast Concrete Paving and Kerb Association Information regarding paving, covering materials, design and installation for projects ranging from driveways to runways. Scottish and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers Federation Includes membership information and directory of registered contractors. Also includes a members-only section. The British Urethane Foam Contractors Association A portal for specifiers to access all technical aspects of spray applied polyurethane foam technology. The Federation of Master Builders Information and advice on building materials. Purchasing facility and searchable directory of members. The House Builders Federation Offers updated news and the comprehensive Library is fully searchable. The Institute of Roofing Represents individuals interests in roofing and runs its own examinations for members to achieve recognised qualifications. Contact details and news. The Ready Mixed Concrete Bureau Act as a liaison between producers and people who are interested in ready-mixed concrete. News and history.