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Ensuring a Golden Thread of installation quality for fire protection

Leeds Beckett University and ARC are collaborating on a pioneering Knowledge Transfer Partnership that combines digital technology and AI to create a Golden Thread of quality assurance for fire prevention product installations.

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BEAMA launches updated Ventilation White Paper

BEAMA has launched its updated 2022 Ventilation White Paper, ahead of the new Building Regulations on Ventilation coming into effect later this year, and the government’s wider Covid-19 and net-zero strategy.

Dandara receives Quality Recognition Award from Premier Guarantee

Housebuilder Dandara has received Premier Guarantee's quality recognition award for their Shawfair and Eskbank Gardens developments in Midlothian.

What can contractors do to improve acoustic standards in construction?

The impact of poor acoustics in buildings has been well documented – and many of us understand just how distressing excessive levels of noise can be, be it in a home or office environment. The truth of the matter is that it can even lead to adverse health effects, increasing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, heart attacks and strokes, says Ben Hancock of Oscar Acoustics.

StormMeister flood protection reaches new heights

StormMeister’s expanded premises and new testing facilities is allowing the company to take flood protection above and beyond industry standards.

Tackling risk head-on: How the construction sector can mitigate risk

Nigel Morrey, technical director at Etex Building Performance, discusses how the construction sector can tackle risk with training, real-life tested products and strong information management.

Education unions voice concerns over indoor air quality in schools

In a joint statement, six trade unions have urged the government to fund schools in tackling the ongoing indoor air quality (IAQ) crisis in school buildings.

Loo locations should be accessible to all

About Access discusses the importance of loo locations at the design and construction stage in order to eliminate accessibility issues.

Technical Update: Y-Junctions under buildings (Drainage)

This update provides additional guidance relating to how the Functional Requirements in the Technical Manual may be satisfied where Y-junctions are proposed under buildings.

Meeting the required standards for curtain walling and rainscreen cladding

UL’s head of building envelope testing, Gailord Nepp, offers a guide for curtain walling and rainscreen cladding to housebuilders and housing associations.

Lay the foundation for success with ICW

ICW, a leading building warranties and building control provider, is pleased to have launched a new warranty scheme for high value projects.

Fire suppression for modular homes

Yusuf Muhammad, co-founder and chief design officer at Plumis, explains to PBC Today the benefits of using watermist suppression to protect modular homes.

BESA warns Gove that cladding plan is not enough

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has praised Housing Minister Michael Gove for the new cladding plan but has warned that it is not enough to completely fix the scandal.

Government releases new cladding crisis plan of action

The government has outlined a new plan to protect leaseholders, and make developers and companies pay to fix the cladding crisis.

Gove cracks down on UK cladding crisis

Michael Gove has warned developers that they must pay to fix the UK cladding crisis, as he overhauls the government’s approach to building safety.

Suppliers appointed to Multi-disciplinary Consultancy Services Framework

LHC announces full list of suppliers appointed to its £500m Multi-disciplinary Consultancy Services Framework (MDC1).

Rising risk of mould growth and how to prevent it this winter

Mould can impact businesses through a number of obstacles, including health, financial costs, and time out of operating. Stuart Kerr, Managing Director, Restorations UK, details how to prevent, spot and remove mould.

How building with timber can be safe and sustainable

Ian King, COO, Zeroignition, discusses the benefits of building with timber - both in terms of the environment and also safety.

BESA encourages households to improve indoor air quality this Christmas

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has launched a campaign to encourage people to improve indoor air quality in their homes over Christmas.

Storm Barra set to disrupt construction sites across the UK

Contractors should prepare construction sites against humidity risks posed by heavy rain and snowstorms, warns Matt Watson, Moisture Control Expert for Aggreko Northern Europe.

Scottish Procurement Alliance launches free of charge call-off service

The Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) has launched a free of charge call-off service for its public sector partners to simplify the procurement process.

NHBC launches new 2022 technical standards edition

UK leading warranty and insurance provider NHBC has launched their new 2022 technical standards edition, effective for every new home covered by an NHBC warranty, where foundations are begun on or after 1 January 2022.

Build-Zone sign new deal with A-rated insurer

Structural warranty provider Build-Zone, has announced it has signed a new exclusive deal with another A-rated insurer.

Government advisor calls for improved building ventilation

Professor Cath Noakes, a government scientific advisor, has called for improved building ventilation and professional accreditation for contractors.

HSB acquires structural warranty specialist Premier Guarantee

HSB UK has acquired UK structural warranties and building surveying specialist, MD Group, which includes the well-known Premier Guarantee brand.

StormMeister Eco sustainable timber flood doors

Homeowners are choosing our wooden flood doors due to their unrivalled traditional aesthetics and highly desirable performance features.

Construction focus: Ground floors

Matthew Percy and John Michael Cannon from Advantage Home Construction Insurance weigh up the pros and cons of different ground floor construction methods.

ICW: Your partner of choice for building warranties and building control

ICW Group, one of the UK’s leading providers of building warranties and building control services, strives to be the partner of choice, offering a fresh approach to the market with high levels of customer service.

City of Culture club can learn from each other on diversity

Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, looks at the clamour for culture and the need to embrace inclusivity.

Waterproofing English hospitals

Cementaid Everdure CALTITE System Hydrophobic and Pore‐blocking Ingredient (HPI) for membrane‐free, truly waterproof structural concrete.

Concentration enhanced with Selectaglaze secondary glazing

The standard of an institution’s education is down to the teacher’s skills and the individual; others will place more importance on the resources of the school. But what about the building itself? The sound of commuter traffic from the outside drifts in, voices in the hallway can be heard as people walk to class, a draft from the windows sweep in – not a straightforward environment to learn in.

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