Cordek Sponsors The Design and Sustainability Competition
November 2024
The Concrete Centre, part of the MPA, has once again opened its annual Design and Sustainability competition, which is a nationwide challenge open to both undergraduate and post-graduate students, promoting sustainable design with concrete.
Cordek Sponsors The Structural Awards
October 2024
Cordek is proud to be sponsoring The Institution of Structural Engineers' Structural Awards on Friday 8th November.
Cordek Hosts Macmillan Bake Sale
October 2024
Cordek is pleased to have once again hosted a successful Macmillan Bake Sale, raising £500 for Macmillan.
Cordek sponsors CONSTRUCT Award
October 2024
Cordek is pleased to announce we are sponsoring a CONSTRUCT Award this year. CONSTRUCT Day 2024 is taking place on 4th October at The Brewery, London, where we will be exhibiting in the morning, ahead of the awards ceremony.
Cordek employee wins Cycle to Work Competition
September 2024
Alex Abazher from Cordek’s Moulding Team has been announced as the overall grand winner of Cyclescheme’s competition, which was held to find the best cycling commuters in the UK.
Cordek Supports Local Memorial Race
August 2024
We’re pleased to be sponsoring the Alf Shrubb 10k memorial race this September. The charity race is being held in memory of world record runner Alf Shrubb, who was born in Slinfold in the late 1800’s.
Sustainability Programme Update
May 2024
As part of Cordek’s ongoing Sustainability programme, we are in the process of upgrading the external cladding on our Bespoke Products factory. Once complete, all of Cordek’s buildings will achieve an EPC rating of between A – C.
NEW PRODUCT: Bio Release Agent
April 2024
A fully biodegradable and environmentally safe formwork release agent for use with Cordek’s range of bespoke Infrastructure and Superstructure formwork products, and Patterns & Moulds.
The Concrete Society Awards 2024
March 2024
We're proud to announce that Cordek will be sponsoring The Concrete Society Awards 2024.
Cordek expands fleet to meet growing demand
February 2024
To support the growing demand for heavy-grade Filcor from Slinfold and cater to the rising requirements of Bespoke Projects, Cordek has expanded its fleet of HGVs.
Cordek Supports Christmas Jumper Day 2023
December 2023
In the spirit of the season, Cordek staff donned their Christmas Jumpers in aid of Save the Children, raising an impressive £200 for the charity – well done all!
Cordek Hosts Macmillan Bake Sale
November 2023
Through the sale of baked goods, raffle tickets and direct donations, we're proud to announce Cordek has raised £700 for Macmillan.
Cordek Supports YMCA Downslink
November 2023
Cordek is proud to be supporting our local YMCA for another year.
The Horsham based charity group provides services for children, young people, and families, helping to transform young peoples’ lives and prevent youth homelessness across Sussex and Surrey.
Cordek Shortlisted for Environment & Sustainability Award
October 2023
We're pleased to share that Cordek has been shortlisted in the Environment & Sustainability Award Category for the CONSTRUCT awards.
Cordek donates Beach Hut to Scouts
August 2023
This summer, Cordek created a beach hut made entirely from recycled pallets and MDF for Coventry Scout Group’s charity event; helping to raise some much needed funds for local charities.
Concrete Expo 2023
May 2023
Cordek are pleased to be exhibiting at this year's Concrete Expo on May 2nd and 3rd
Cordek 50th Anniversary
April 2023
Cordek Limited reaches its 50th anniversary later this year and to commemorate this landmark achievement, we will be closing at 13.00 hrs on Friday 19 th May.
EPD verification for Cellcore HX S & B
March 2023
Cordek are pleased to announce that we are now members of the BRE Global, Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) scheme.
Cordek extends Cellcore HX range
December 2022
We're pleased to announce the launch of Cellcore HX grade 32/42, This range extension means Cellcore HX can now be used beneath concrete depths of up to 1220mm.
Outright Winner at the 2022 Concrete Society Awards
November 2022
Congratulations to Ramboll for being awarded outright winner at the 2022 Concrete Society Awards for the excellent work on the F51 Sports Park in Folkestone.
SUD training for all lorry drivers
November 2022
The SUD course is a requirement by FORS for Silver accreditation. All drivers must go on it for us to be FORS compliant and it’s valid for 5 years.
SUD is an abbreviation for Safe Urban Driving.
Cordek supports local YMCA
November 2021
Cordek is pleased to be supporting our local YMCA in Horsham.
YMCA Downslink Group is a charity that provides services for children, young people, and families, helping to transform young peoples’ lives and prevent youth homelessness across Sussex and Surrey.
Macmillan Coffee Morning
September 2021
Following this year's annual coffee morning, Cordek is pleased to have raised £650 for charity thanks to the bakes contributed by our staff.
We are proud to be supporting Macmillan and the incredible work Macmillan Nurses do in providing support for cancer patients.
Covid-19 Risk Assessment
June 2021
In line with Government and HSE guidance, Cordek has carried out the following Risk Assessment and have put risk mitigation measures in place where needed.
The full Risk Assessment document is available to download here.
Cordek on new NBS Source Platform
December 2020
We are pleased to announce that our product range is now incorporated within the new NBS Source platform.
A number of products from the Cordek range are now incorporated in this new platform, improving access to the associated NBS, BIM and RIBA information significantly.
For more information please visit the NBS Source website here
Cordek sponsors CABE New Build Award 2020
October 2020
As official sponsors of this year’s CABE Built Environment New Build Award, we’d like to congratulate OPCC and Devon & Cornwall Police who have won the award for their Exeter Police Station project. Congratulations to all involved.
Further details on this project are available here.
Remote CPD Presentations Available Now
September 2020
We are pleased to announce that we now provide our full range of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) presentations remotely.
To request a CPD presentation please visit our website at www.cordek.com and complete the form on the CPD tab, or just give us a call on 01403 799600 or email info@cordek.com.
A Cleaner, safer, and more reliable delivery service
August 2020
We are proud to announce that we have a new and improved fleet of vehicles which are now Euro 6 compliant; just one way we are helping to reduce our emission levels, and overall environmental impact as a company. The vehicles are also Silver FORS accredited and adhere to the Direct Vision Standard (DVS) which is set to be introduced in London in 2021.
Covid-19 Update
March 2020
Following the latest government guidance, we have taken the following precautions to protect our customers, suppliers and staff, whilst continuing to provide the best service we can.
Cordek joins BALI
March 2020
We’re pleased to announce we are now members of BALI.
As part of an extensive product range, Cordek’s Filcor is increasingly being adopted as a lightweight alternative to traditional fill materials within landscaping features.
For more information on Filcor in specific landscaping applications, please visit: https://cordek.com/products/filcor
Cordek launches NEW Lightweight Structural Fill & Void Forming CPD
January 2020
We are pleased to announce that we now offer a Lightweight Structural Fill & Void Forming Continued Professional Development (CPD) Seminar.
This in-depth CPD covers a range of topics relating to Lightweight Structural Fill and Void Forming applications.
The presentation lasts approximately 45 minutes, with additional time for questions.
For more information, or to book a presentation for your staff, please contact us on 01403 799600 or by emailing contact@cordek.com.
Cordek to exhibit at Kent Construction Expo
September 2019
On October 3rd we will be exhibiting at the Kent Construction Expo in Detling, where our team will be on hand to discuss your project requirements and how Cordek’s innovative solutions can help achieve these.
The Expo provides insights into construction industry challenges, opportunities, emerging technologies, practices and innovations for professionals, contractors and suppliers in the South East. You can find us at Stand 325.
Cordek to exhibit at South East Construction Expo
September 2019
We are pleased to announce we will be exhibiting at the South East Construction Expo on 26th September at the South of England Events Centre, Ardingly, Haywards Heath. The South East Construction Expo is a B2B event for the construction sector which brings together clients, contractors, developers, consultants and other related industries. We look forward to seeing you there.
Cordek is now a BPF member
August 2019
Cordek is pleased to have been accepted as a member of the British Plastics Federation (BPF) Expanded Polystyrene Group. Founded in 1933, the BPF became the world's first trade federation for the plastics industry and now boasts over 450 members, representing 80% of the industry by turnover.
The main objective of the BPF is to promote a successful UK plastics sector, with the Expanded Polystyrene Group focusing specifically on industry wide initiatives such as education, safety, sustainability and recycling.
Cordek launches new Construction Solutions Brochure
July 2019
We are pleased to introduce our new Cordek Construction Solutions Brochure, which provides an overview of the solutions we offer.
To take a look at the brochure just click here; where you can find out more information on Ground Heave Solutions, Structural Fill Solutions, Void Formers, VOC and Ground Gas Protection, Piling Products, Permanent Formwork, Ribbed Slab Formwork, Temporary Access and Protection or Bespoke Formwork.
Cordek were pleased to exhibit and present at the Evolving Concrete Exhibition held at the Madejski
June 2019
Cordek were pleased to exhibit at this year’s Evolving Concrete Exhibition held at the Royal Berkshire Conference Centre, Madejski Stadium, Reading on the 20thJune 2019. Organised by The Concrete Society, this one day technical seminar under the theme of ‘Evolving Concrete’ had a number of industry experts, including Cordek’s Design Manager Dan Ward, speaking on a selection of diverse topics relating to the design and use of concrete in construction.
For more information on the event please click http://www.evolving-concrete.org/.
Evolving Concrete 2019
June 2019
Cordek's Product Design Manager, Dan Ward, will be presenting a paper on Bespoke formwork for exposed concrete at this year's Evolving Concrete event taking place on 20th June at the Royal Berkshire Conference Centre, Reading. Organised by The Concrete Society, this year’s theme is ‘Fusing architecture, engineering and sculpture.’ For more information, or to book your delegate place, please visit the event webpage here http://www.evolving-concrete.org/.
Cordek launches NEW Bespoke Formwork CPD
November 2018
Cordek is pleased to announce that we now have a NEW Bespoke Formwork Continued Professional Development (CPD) Seminar. Simon Poole, our Business Development Manager, is happy to visit you at your convenience to hold a CPD session.
The presentation lasts approximately 45 minutes, with additional time for questions.
For more information, or to book a presentation for your staff, please contact us: on 01403 799600.
Cordek proud to be an official partner of the ICE 200
October 2018
Cordek is pleased to be an official partner of the ICE bicentenary commemorative album, Shaping the World. The Institute of Civil Engineer’s commemorative album has been designed to showcase the last 200 years of engineering excellence and shows projects that have had the greatest impact on our lives and celebrates the individuals and organisations that deliver the vital infrastructure that we all rely on.
Cordek exhibit at Cafe Concrete
October 2018
Cordek is pleased to be exhibiting and presenting at Café Concrete on 30th October at the Coin Street Neighbourhood Centre, London. The event provides inspiration and information on the design and construction of visual concrete. Dan Ward, our Project Design Team Manager will present a session highlighting the considerations involved in designing a formwork system, from the conceptual stage through to installation, striking and re-use. For more information on the event please click here.
Cordek sponsors Mid Sussex Design Awards 2018
October 2018
Cordek is pleased to announce its support for the Mid Sussex Design Awards, which celebrates and promotes the best local architectural design. The Awards acknowledge the important role that high quality design plays in enhancing the distinctive character of the area. Winners will be announced at a ceremony, which will take place at Meridian Hall, East Grinstead on October 12th. For more information please visit the Mid Sussex District Council website Click here.
Cordek sponsors 2018 CABE Annual conference
October 2018
Cordek is pleased to once again sponsor and exhibit at the Chartered Association of Building Engineers’ (CABE) Annual Conference, which takes place between the 4th and 5th October at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth. This year the two-day event will incorporate a panel-led debate on what professional bodies and their members need to do to respond to new ways of working. To find out more please visit the CABE website here.
Structural Fill Solutions - Halle Place, Arndale Centre
September 2018
Cordek supplies a cut to fit solution of Filcor Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) to fill the void beneath the podium and build up the curved steps leading away from it.
Three new factory positions available
August 2018
Cordek is pleased to announce that we are looking to add to our factory team, with three new permanent roles of Technical Operator. If you have any questions or require any further information regarding the positions, please call 01403 799600 or email info@cordek.com.
Ground Heave Solutions - Lea Bridge
August 2018
Cordek supplies Cellcore HX S panels to protect the buildings from the effects of ground heave caused by expansive soils.
Structural Fill Solutions - St Helen’s Square
July 2018
Cordek supply Filcor Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) as a structural fill solution beneath the new landscaped area.
Permanent Formwork for Groundbeams - Lonsdale Road
June 2018
Cordek asked to supply a permanent formwork system for the construction of the reinforced concrete foundations.
Cordek exhibit at the Precast 2018 Conference & Expo
May 2018
Cordek is pleased to have exhibited at this years Precast Conference & Expo, held on Thursday 17th May 2018 at the Silverstone Circuit, Northamptonshire. The exhibition allowed us to showcase the range of innovative solutions we can provide to the precast concrete industry for complex pattern and mould requirements. If you have a project that you would like to talk to our Project Design Manager Dan Ward about, please call 01403 799600 or email info@cordek.com.
Premier Guarantee Certificate of Approval
May 2018
Cordek is pleased to announce that a number of products from their Ground Heave Solutions range have been awarded ‘Product Acceptance’ status by Premier Guarantee. As part of the Premier Guarantee application process, property developers must ensure that the products and systems that they use on site are approved by them in line with the requirements of their Technical Manual. Using products and systems that are approved reduces the potential for delays on site and ensures that the development meets the requirements for structural warranty cover.
The approved products include:
Cellcore HX S
Cellcore HX B
Cellcore HX Plus
Heaveguard
Copies of the product acceptance certificates can be found in the Technical Library section of the website under Certificates & Approvals.
LABC Warranty Certificates of Approval
May 2018
Cordek are please to announce that a number of products from the Ground Heave Solutions range have been awarded ‘Product Approval’ status by LABC Warranty. As part of the LABC Warranty application process, property developers must ensure that the products and systems that they use on site are approved by them in line with the requirements of their Technical Manual. Using products and systems that are approved reduces the potential for delays on site and ensures that the development meets the requirements for structural warranty cover.
The approved products include:
Cellcore HX S
Cellcore HX B
Cellcore HX Plus
Heaveguard
Copies of the product approval certificates can be found in the Technical Library section of the website under Certificates & Approvals.
Cordek exhibited at Brownfield Land Wales
December 2017
Cordek were pleased to exhibit for the first time at the Brownfield Land Wales 2017 Conference, which took place at the Jurys Inn Cardiff on Thursday 30thNovember. The event addressed a wide range of key issues and recent developments in contaminated land investigation, remediation and redevelopment. For further information please click here.
Cordek exhibited at Brownfield Redevelopment: Midlands & North
November 2017
Cordek were pleased to exhibit for the first time at Brownfield Redevelopment: Midlands & North 2017 Conference, which took place at the Leeds Marriott Hotel on Wednesday 15th November. The event brought together a panel of experts that provided a balance and informative insight into the barriers preventing the viability of brownfield sites and how to successfully overcome them. For further information please click here.
Cordek sponsors 2017 CABE Annual conference
October 2017
Cordek were pleased to once again sponsor and exhibit at the Chartered Association of Building Engineers’ (CABE) Annual Conference, which took place between the 18th and 19th October at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth. This year the two-day event focused on how a more multidisciplinary-type approach is needed to solve the challenges which present themselves in delivering more complex buildings to a higher standard within a shorter timescale. To find out more please visit the CABE website here.
Cordek were pleased to exhibit at Evolving Concrete Exhibition for the first time
September 2017
Cordek were pleased to exhibit at this year’s Evolving Concrete Exhibition held at the Royal Berkshire Conference Centre, Madejski Staium, Reading on the 28th September 2017. Organised by The Concrete Society, this one day technical seminar under the theme of ‘Forming our Future’ included industry experts speaking on a selection of diverse topics relating to the design and use of concrete in construction. For more information on the event please click here.
Cordek launches NEW Ground Heave Solutions Brochure
September 2017
Cordek have recently published a new Ground Heave Solutions Brochure, which is now available to download from the Technical Library. Our comprehensive range of products provide ground heave protection with additional features such as integral insulation, permanent formwork and passive gas venting. For more information on Cellcore HX, Cellcore HX Plus, Cellform HX, Cellvent HX and Heaveguard click here to download the brochure.
Cordek is looking to hire at the Horsham Job Fair
September 2017
Cordek is pleased to be exhibiting at this years Horsham District Jobs and Skills Fair, taking place at 11am on 20th September 2017 at the Drill Hall, Horsham. We have a number of roles available in our operations department, and no matter your level of experience we may have something for you. For more information on our current vacancies please email info@cordek.com.
Cordek joins the race for life to help beat cancer
June 2017
On the 4th of June 2017, 13 of the ladies from the Cordek team took part in the Horsham 5k Race for Life to raise money for Cancer Research. This is a cause that has become very close to our hearts following the loss of a colleague’s mum who lost her battle against cancer earlier this year. The day was a great success and the team have managed to raise a massive £3050! Thank you to everyone who donated and helped with the day! It’s not too late to contribute, and so please find the link to the Just Giving webpage where all donations would be greatly received https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Janejoggerscordek.
Cordek exhibit at Precast Conference and Expo 2017
May 2017
Cordek are pleased to have exhibited at this years Precast Conference and Expo held on the 11th May at the Leicester Tigers Stadium. The exhibition allowed us to showcase the range of innovative solutions we can provide to the precast concrete industry for complex pattern and mould requirements. If you have a project that you would like to talk to our Project Design Manager Dan Ward about, please call 01403 799600 or email info@cordek.com.
Two new Driver opportunities available
May 2017
Cordek are now recruiting for two drivers to join our fleet. If you have any questions or require any further information regarding these positions please call 01403 799600 or email info@cordek.com.
Cordek is pleased to be exhibiting at the Precast 2017 Conference & Expo
May 2017
Cordek is pleased to be exhibiting at the Precast 2017 Conference & Expo being held on Thursday 11th May at the Leicester Tigers Stadium. Our Project Design Manager, Dan Ward, will be on hand to discuss how we can provide optimum solutions to your complex patterns and moulds requirements.
Cordek exhibiting at buildeng South West
April 2017
Cordek will be exhibiting at the CABE buildeng South West 6th Annual Conference being held at the Haynes International Motor Museum, Yeovil, on Wednesday 26th April 2017 8am - 4.45pm. Come along and see James Poulter our Technical Sales Executive for the South West.
Cordek sponsors 2016 CABE Annual conference
November 2016
Cordek were pleased to once again sponsor and exhibit at the Chartered Association of Building Engineers’ Annual conference, which took place on November 10th and 11th. This year the two-day event focused on how the construction industry can provide a high quality of finish whilst achieving increasing volumes of output.
Cordek named in list of fastest growing companies in Surrey and Sussex
November 2016
Cordek is pleased to announce that we have been included in the BDO LLP list of the top 20 fastest growing companies in Surrey and Sussex during 2016. New research from the accountants and business advisers has revealed that mid-sized companies in the counties have continued to forge ahead, despite tightening market conditions and uncertainty.
Three new factory positions available
August 2016
Cordek is pleased to announce that we are looking to add to our factory team, with three new permanent roles of Factory Operative. If you have any questions or require any further information regarding the positions, please call 01403 799600 or email info@cordek.com.
BIM objects now LIVE
August 2016
A range of our products are now available for download as Building Information Modelling (BIM) objects from the BIM section of the Technical Library. Each BIM object will be available in both Revit and IFC formats, for use with most BIM software platforms. To have a look at what is available please click here.
Take off service now LIVE
June 2016
Cordek is pleased to announce that our new take-off service is now live. If you would like a competitive quote for Cellcore, Groundform, Corgrid or our Cellform system please click here to contact a member of our team.
Cordek ‘lends a hand’ to young designers’ conception
March 2016
Cordek were pleased to be involved in this poignant project, a permanent memorial dedicated to organ and tissue donors and their families.
Winners of the Mid Sussex Design Awards announced
November 2015
The winners of the Mid Sussex Design Awards were announced at a ceremony held at East Court in East Grinstead on Friday 6th November. Cordek were proud to support this local event, showcasing the innovative and exciting new architectural projects of the region. For further information on the awards and the winning entries, please click here.
Cordek’s CPD now includes section on recently revised BS 8485
November 2015
The VOC & Ground Gas Protection section of our CPD presentation now includes the updated BS 8485:2015 code of practice for the design of protective measures for methane and carbon dioxide ground gases for new buildings.
Other areas covered are Ground Heave Solutions and Structural Fill Solutions. For more information, or to book a presentation for your staff, please contact us: on 01403 799600 or complete the 'Request a CPD' form below.
Cordek are proud sponsors of the CABE 2015 Conference & Exhibition
October 2015
Cordek is pleased to be sponsoring the Chartered Association of Building Engineers’ Annual Conference, on the 15th & 16th October. The two-day event will focus on how the industry can build effective strategies to push boundaries, upscaling business & international trade. Click here to find out more.
Growth in Project Design leads to new jobs
August 2015
We are recruiting for a Project Design Manager and a Design Technician to join our Project Design team please contact us on 01403 799600 or info@cordek.com for further information.
Cordek sponsors Mid Sussex Design Awards 2015
June 2015
Cordek is pleased to announce its support for the Mid Sussex Design Awards, which celebrates and promotes the best local architectural design. The Awards acknowledge the important role that high quality design plays in enhancing the distinctive character of the area.
Cordek launches new CPD
April 2015
Cordek is pleased to announce that we have an updated Continued Professional Development (CPD) Seminar. Our technical experts are happy to visit you at your convenience to hold a CPD session.
Cordek creates time-saving formwork solution for Baltimore Tower
November 2014
Cordek, working closely with main contractor O’Shea, has supplied a rapid and cost-effective formwork solution for the construction of the radial and elliptical beams that cantilever from the circular floor plate of Baltimore Tower
Cordek achieves FORS Silver accreditation
November 2014
Cordek is pleased to announce that it has successfully gained FORS Silver accreditation.
Cordek helps artist realise vision of Floating house in London’s Covent Garden
October 2014
In the centre of Covent Garden, the market building appears to be defying gravity. The artwork replicates Covent Garden’s historic Market Building perfectly, but makes it appear as if it has broken free from its foundations and is floating in mid-air.
Cordek achieves standards of Quality and Environmental Management
September 2013
Cordek is pleased to announce that registration for ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 is now complete.
Corgrid, a new time-saving permanent formwork system
July 2013
To complement its range of ground heave and permanent formwork solutions Cordek has launched a new permanent formwork system, Corgrid.
