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SFS – Fastening solutions in the building envelope

SFS is a global market leader for mechanical fastening systems and precision formed components for the building envelope.

Revolutionary rainscreen retention solution AlphaCore® and NVELOPE® proves less is more

SFS Group Fastening Technology and Kingspan Insulation have pooled their respective expertise in rainscreen cladding support systems and insulation materials to launch an optimum performance solution offering A2-s1, d0 reaction to fire, presenting the potential to optimise envelope design on buildings of any height in the AlphaCore® Pad.

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World’s largest land-based crane makes second lift at Hinkley Point C

Big Carl lifted the second of three massive containment rings from the bunker it was constructed in at Hinkley Point C to a lay-down area close by.

Mace wins manufacturing programme partnership

The Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) has appointed Mace as Manufacturing Programme Partner for a major infrastructure development programme.

Morgan Sindall appointed to Carlisle Southern Link Road scheme

Cumbria County Council has selected Morgan Sindall Infrastructure to design the multi-million-pound Carlisle Southern Link Road project.

Government seeks views on new residential developer tax

The government has revealed further details of its new residential developer tax, as it seeks views on the proposed design features of the tax.

Go-ahead for ‘world’s first’ pure Octagon tower

The world’s first 49-storey, 155m tall Octagon residential tower has been granted planning permission by Birmingham City Council.

Green light for £24m student accommodation in Birmingham

Alumno has been given the go-ahead to deliver a £24m purpose-built student accommodation on Dogpool Lane in Birmingham.

End-to-end visibility: The importance of total project overview

In uncertain and challenging times, having access to accurate, reliable and up-to-date information is vital in helping project teams react and adapt to often quickly changing conditions on site.

Highways England reveals winners of archaeology framework

Highways England has announced a new four-year archaeology framework which will offer suppliers the opportunity to work with the company in protecting the environment.

How can the housebuilding industry protect biodiversity?

The NHBC Foundation has partnered with the RSPB and Barratt Developments to produce guidance on how the housebuilding industry can incorporate green infrastructure into new builds and protect biodiversity.

Green light for £175m Soapworks site in Bristol

Developer First Base has been given the green light for plans to deliver the £175m regeneration of the Soapworks site in Bristol.

A year after lockdown: What’s next for SMEs in the construction sector?

John Carter, managing director for commercial real estate at Aldermore, explore how construction SMEs should be considering how they can best capitalise on the easing of restrictions and the bounce in business confidence.

Graham awarded East Kent NHS Trust water hygiene contract

Graham has been awarded a three-year water hygiene contract by East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust to deliver Legionella planned maintenance and risk assessments across five main sites.

Kier Highways secures extension on Birmingham contract

Kier Highways has been awarded a six-month extension from Birmingham Highways Ltd (BHL) on its Birmingham Interim Services Contract (ISC).

Willmott Dixon bags next phase of Gascoigne East regeneration

Be First has appointed Willmott Dixon to deliver a further 382 new homes as part of phase 2 of the regeneration of Gascoigne East.

Creating an environment that promotes challenge

Shirley Evatt, senior associate at Will Rudd Davidson, discusses the complex project to create the new home for the Edinburgh Futures Institute and her experiences as the lead engineer.

HS2’s slurry treatment technology supports Colne Valley project

Plans to create new grasslands/woodlands around the southern portal of HS2’s Chilterns tunnel have been enabled by an innovative solution to reuse the waste chalk slurry generated during the tunnel’s construction.

Work begins on new £20m Chelmsford ‘later living’ scheme

Anchor Hanover, with newly appointed build partner Hill, have started construction in Chelmsford to create 82 new homes for over 65s.

Network Rail seeks £1bn investment in telecoms infrastructure

Network Rail is seeking private sector investment in its trackside fibre optic cable network in a deal that would enable performance, safety and connectivity benefits for passengers.

Insolvent claimants and the right to adjudicate in construction contracts

Peter Vinden, chief executive of Gateley Vinden, explores insolvent claimants and the right to adjudicate in construction contracts.

Willmott Dixon to build £8m RaisE innovation hub in Goole

Willmott Dixon has been appointed to deliver a new £8m business centre and innovation hub for East Riding of Yorkshire Council that will offer flexible office and workshop space for SMEs.

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