Due to its longevity and waterproofing reliability, mastic asphalt is often selected as the ideal roof refurbishment system for museums and other buildings which house valuable collections and objects. Mastic Asphalt Council (MAC) contractor members are frequently involved in prestigious roof renovation projects, such as Cardiff Asphalt who carried out an application at National [...]
Congratulations to Paul Mulgrew of Briggs Amasco Ltd who has officially received the accolade of Apprentice of the Year 2023 from the Mastic Asphalt Council (MAC). Paul was unable to attend the MAC Awards earlier in the year so he was presented with his award from (left to right) Tony Lawther, MD of Briggs [...]
Authentic materials for the conservation of heritage buildings and structures must not only retain the character, but also prove long-lasting and highly effective. For many years mastic asphalt has been relied upon for roof refurbishment works on heritage projects. Mastic asphalt is frequently specified by the National Trust and English Heritage, as well as [...]
With the UK government setting a target of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, procuring sustainable building materials has become more important than ever before. Mastic asphalt is well known for being tough, durable and long-lasting, but what is perhaps less well known is that it is one of the most sustainable and greenest [...]
Fantastic Gesture for the Mastic Asphalt Industry The Mastic Asphalt Council is closely aligned with New City College Hackney which is the national centre for mastic asphalt education and training. The mastic asphalt craft is taught by professional tutors and the traditional time-served apprenticeship is now incorporated into national vocational qualifications, leading to a [...]
We are delighted to announce that a fantastic £3,785 was raised at the recent MAC Awards event for our nominated Charity - East Anglia Children's Hospice (EACH). Thank you to all of our Members who pledged their support so generously and below is a copy of a letter recently received from EACH. To find [...]
New MAC Member The latest contractor member to join the Mastic Asphalt Council (MAC) is Clegg & Shortman Asphalt Co. Ltd based in Plymouth. Established in 1975, the company was originally founded by Alan Clegg and although Alan has now retired, it still remains a family run business with sons Matthew and Danny Clegg [...]
At an impressive awards ceremony hosted at London’s Royal Horseguards Hotel on 16th June 2023, the mastic asphalt industry gathered together to celebrate the very best projects and outstanding individuals at the Mastic Asphalt Council (MAC) Awards 2023 sponsored by SIG. Over the years, the event has become one of the most prestigious in [...]
MAC Awards 2023 Winners & Highly Commended Projects Announced The 2023 Annual MAC Awards Luncheon was once again an event to remember with a fantastic array of mastic asphalt projects on display. Following a challenging judging process the following projects were singled out for their exceptional workmanship, health and safety excellence and overall [...]
MAC Awards 2023 Congratulations to the following Companies who have been shortlisted for the 2023 Mastic Asphalt Council Project Awards: NRA - Broadmarsh Shopping Centre & Derby Museum Briggs Amasco - Boothferry Bridge & Laureate Project RIO - Touchwood Centre Infallible Systems- Claridge House John Fetherston Roofing - Haymarket [...]
