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This December we are giving away 24 boxes of lead tools and goodies to our customers placing a lead sheet order with us before the 20th of December. So far, we’ve given away these fantastic boxes – filled with a range of wooden and plastic lead tools, easy …
The following is a position statement by the BIR on the forthcoming changes to protective lead aprons. Due to changes in International Standards for personal protective equipment (PPE), it has become unclear whether current lead apron designs meet the …
Thanks to our latest video focussing on the construction industry, whether you’re a builder’s merchant, roofing contractor, buying group, architect or specifier, you can now take a look at how the lead we produce is used in this specialist area. …
We’re pleased to announce that, following a recent audit with the BSI, Midland Lead has successfully re-certified for BS OHSAS 18001 – a framework for a management system that helps organisations achieve the best possible working conditions and workplace health …
Back in September, Nesta’s ‘The Future of Skills: Employment in 2030’ report was published in partnership with Pearson and the Oxford Martin School. While we’ve read many reports that focus on whether roles are at risk of automation, yet overlook …
Lead has been the material of choice on builds for centuries, praised for its malleability, longevity and recyclability. But it’s lead’s natural, weathered appearance that’s often cited as one of the main reasons it’s specified, flawlessly complementing the built environment, …
In 2017, as part of our work with architects, Midland Lead Healthcare introduced a RIBA approved CPD workshop entitled: “Ionising Radiation Shielding: Principles and Practice in Healthcare”. This CPD has been specifically developed for architects and specifiers who work within healthcare, …
In this blog Warren gives guidance to contractors who may be wondering what affect the new changes will have on the way they work: Q. What do you believe to be the most significant change under the new legislation? New Ionising …
Here at Midland Lead, we’re proud to be one of the 115 suppliers working with the IBC group – the UK’s fastest growing buying group for independent builders’ merchants. Representing some 215 members, IBC is always looking for ways to …
Lead-lined boards now available in reduced widths of 450mm Following research by Astins which investigated the benefits of reducing the standard width of plasterboard from 1200mm to 900mm, Midland Lead are pleased to announce that we are now able to …
