<table><tbody><tr><td><b>General</b></td></tr><tr><td><b>Laminates </b><br/>European worksurface manufacturer, Orama has produced the Ardesco range featuring a selection of granite laminates, which reproduce the tactile qualities and appearance of granite. The worksurfaces are now available with tighter profile options to enhance their appearance and useability. They are available in nine colours that can be mixed and matched, including midnight granite gloss, which features 50mm stainless steel acrylic edging. <br/><b>Orama <br/>EO231 </b> <br/><br/></td></tr><tr><td><b>3d visualisations </b><br/>BlueSky International has launched a new tool for creating realistic 3D visualisations of proposed developments, which uses aerial photography, which enables developments to be visualised, in-situ, from any angle. BlueSky specialises in aerial imaging data and services for professionals, including developers, architects and engineers. The tool computermatches aerial photos with radar survey data, which provides heights above sea level to the nearest cm, for accurate building height modelling. A range of complementary tools is available. <br/><b>BlueSky International <br/>EO232</b> <br/><br/></td></tr><tr><td> <b>Energy connections</b> <br/>ScottishPower provides a service to housebuilders aimed at simplifying the process of connecting energy supplies to new homes. Its streamlined service guides companies through the issues that arise from the deregulation of the energy industry, by providing education and comprehensive information. Its dedicated account team ensures that meters are installed on …