Today breaks the pattern of the last few days, which were mostly repeat coverage of the same handful of merchant and Milwaukee/Makita catalogue stories. Professional Builder published seven genuinely new items today, spanning a new Onduline roofing system for outbuildings, SuperFOIL's reaction to Government retrofit policy against the backdrop of the ongoing UK heatwave, a Korniche bifold door case study, a Kinedo bathroom panel launch, a K Rend explainer on silicone render, a JCB plant finance and machinery update, and a feature on AI quoting tools for builders. Each has its own full write-up below.
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Today's key stories
New: Onduline launches INNOLINE roofing system Onduline has launched a new roofing system, INNOLINE, distributed nationwide through its existing partner Ariel Plastics. No spec, pricing or coverage detail confirmed yet. Full piece below. Source: Professional Builder
New: SuperFOIL reacts to Government retrofit plans Insulation manufacturer SuperFOIL has published an opinion piece linking Government retrofit policy to the UK's recurring summer heatwaves. Which specific scheme is referenced isn't confirmed in the source. Full piece below. Source: Professional Builder
New: Korniche bifold doors with self-cleaning glass A garden room case study features Korniche bifold doors fitted with self-cleaning glass, chosen for low-maintenance glazing. Full piece below. Source: Professional Builder
New: Kinedo expands Kinewall with animal-print panels Kinedo has added animal-inspired designs, including a Highland cow print, to its Kinewall waterproof bathroom wall panel range under its Signature collection. Full piece below. Source: Professional Builder
New: K Rend makes the case for silicone render K Rend's Jason Nicholson explains why silicone render reduces cracking, resists algae, and improves facade breathability compared with other render systems. Full piece below. Source: Professional Builder
New: JCB adds FlexiBuy finance, highlights 3CX Sitemaster JCB has introduced a FlexiBuy finance option targeted at mini excavator buyers, alongside coverage of the new 3CX Sitemaster backhoe loader. Finance terms not yet detailed. Full piece below. Source: Professional Builder
New: AI quoting tools like Price Doctor gain traction Professional Builder covers how UK builders are using AI, including a tool called Price Doctor, to win jobs and protect margins on quoting. Full piece below. Source: Professional Builder
Recurring: Milwaukee's fastening/battery catalogue and Makita's garden restock No change on Milwaukee's UK impact driver, impact wrench and battery/charger kit listings, or Makita's garden power tool restock and workwear pages — all already covered in depth on this site. Treated as background signal, not news. Source: Milwaukee Tool UK / ITS Hub
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Watchlist
- Onduline INNOLINE spec and pricing: no material, dimensions or price confirmed yet — worth a follow-up once Ariel Plastics publishes full details.
- SuperFOIL / Government retrofit plans: need to confirm exactly which retrofit scheme or consultation is being referenced.
- JCB FlexiBuy terms: watching for deposit, term length and dealer availability detail.
- Price Doctor: thin detail on what the tool actually does — worth a dedicated look if it resurfaces with more substance.
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