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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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Kier hands over Flintshire Adult Day Care Centre

Kier has completed Flintshire Adult Day Care Centre, its 1000th project procured through both generations of the Scape National Minor Works frameworks.

Russells appointed to Peel L&P’s £33.5m Chatham Waters project

Peel Land and Property has appointed Manchester’s Russells Construction to a £33.5m apartment scheme at Chatham Waters.

Nationwide to build 239 new homes in Swindon

Nationwide Building Society has been given the light by Swindon Borough Council to build a £50m development consisting of 239 new homes.

Construction sector sees rise in social housing construction

The construction sector is losing its patience with Brexit uncertainty, according to Q2 2019 RICS Construction and Infrastructure Market Survey, as workloads for social housing construction rises.

Brick Awards 2019 shortlist announced

The 2019 Brick Awards beat its record number of entries again this year with 349 entries across 15 hotly-contested categories.

Cheshire East to consider next phase of its development plan

Councillors are to consider the next phase of Cheshire East’s development plan, which will provide the framework for housing, employment and other key infrastructure sites up to 2030.

Delay major VAT changes or face chaos in construction, says FMB

The construction industry is not properly prepared for major VAT changes set to start in October, so the government needs to delay its implementation to avoid chaos, according to the FMB.

Runnymede Council approves plans for major regeneration in Egham

Plans for more than 100 new homes, shops, restaurants and a cinema in Egham have been approved for the Runnymede Regeneration.

Equity and value appreciation are main benefits of property ownership

Appreciating value and equity build-up are the main benefits of property ownership in the UK according to a recent survey from BLP Insurance.

18 companies suspended from Prompt Payment Code

18 more businesses have been suspended from the Prompt Payment Code for failing to pay suppliers on time, the Chartered Institute of Credit Management (CICM) has revealed.

Galliford Try reveals construction restructure now complete

Galliford Try has revealed the restructuring of its construction arm is complete, as it expects to meet full-year profit.

MPs HS2 vote sends strong message to new PM

Yesterday MPs voted in favour to pass the High Speed Rail (West Midlands to Crewe) Bill through the Report Stage of parliament, by 263 votes to 17.

Joint venture to deliver Camden Goods Yard regeneration

Subject to formalising contracts, One Housing has selected Countryside as a preferred development partner to enter into a joint venture partnership to deliver Camden Goods Yard regeneration.

Mace’s co-founder sadly passes away

Ian Wylie, Mace deputy chairman and one of the company’s founders, sadly passed away on Thursday 4 July.

VAT domestic reverse charge: Cashflow implications for subcontractors

Construction can be a tough old game for subcontractors and HMRC’s plans to introduce a domestic reverse charge on certain building and construction activities from 1 October 2019 is certainly not going to make life any easier for them!

The Construction Industry Brexit Survey

With the UK due to leave the European Union on 31 October, PBC Today has launched a survey to take the pulse of the architecture, engineering and construction sector.

Isle of Wight launches ‘Housing First’ project

A new Housing First project has been launched on the Isle of Wight to help rough sleepers with complex needs get off the streets and into affordable housing.

Construction begins on F-35 infrastructure at RAF Lakenheath

Work has started on buildings that will be home to two US Air Force F-35 squadrons at RAF Lakenheath, DIO awarded a contract worth £160m to Kier.

HS2 unveils designs for new People Mover transport

HS2 has revealed the designs for its new “people mover” which will provide frequent transport between its Interchange Station in Solihull, through to Birmingham Airport.

Khan rejects proposals for the Tulip tower

London’s Mayor Sadiq Khan has rejected plans to build the 300-metre skyscraper “the Tulip”, stating it would harm the skyline.

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