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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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10 issues that will affect construction supply chains in 2022

Supply chain risk management specialist CHAS highlights 10 issues that will affect construction supply chains in 2022.

Tilbury Douglas completes £20m Red Kite View in Leeds

Tilbury Douglas has finished construction of the £20m mental health inpatient unit, Red Kite View, for Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

£6.5m Fowlea Brook flood defence scheme to mitigate flooding in Stoke

The Environment Agency is starting work on a £6.5m flood defence scheme, to reduce the risk of flooding for 350 properties in Stoke-On-Trent.

AmeySRM start construction on £23m A533 bridge work

AmeySRM have started construction on the National Highways £23m A533 bridge work, which will provide a new road bridge over the M56 in Cheshire.

Construction underway on phase two of Airview Park

Construction has officially started on phase two of Airview Park, after planning permission was granted by Newcastle City Council for a new multi-million-pound office development.

Five teams shortlisted for the University of Oxford design competition

Five teams selected to compete in the second stage of the University of Oxford design competition to oversee its world-leading £1 billion, 190-hectare mixed-use Innovation District at Begbroke, to the north of Oxford.

Keepmoat Homes to build 420 residential homes at Westwood Park

Keepmoat homes has completed the purchase of Westwood Park, in Glenrothes, to build 420 residential homes.

HS2 archaeologists uncover Roman trading settlement

HS2 archaeologists have uncovered a wealthy Roman trading settlement near a village in South Northamptonshire.

Winvic contracted to build two industrial warehouses for Clowes Developments

Leading contractor Winvic Construction Ltd specialising in design and delivery of multi-sector construction and civil engineering projects has won a contract to construct industrial warehouses for NFU Mutual.

Meeting housing demand report calls for gov to act on housing crisis

The Lords Built Environment Committee has published its Meeting housing demand report and calls on the Government to act on planning, SMEs and housing for the elderly to address the housing crisis.

How effective is the New Homes Quality Board’s new Quality Code?

Rob Clay-Parker, director at developer support services provider Consult 44 and expert in new builds, takes a closer look at the New Homes Quality Board’s new Quality Code.

Sika expands E-Learning platform to improve trade skills

Sika has expanded its E-Learning platform, which will include on-demand webinars, aimed at giving customers greater insights into a range of practices and products in the waterproofing, roofing and concrete refurbishment sector.

RECOM to deliver new £5m Shree Swaminarayan Temple

RECOM has awarded a new £5m Hindu temple in Oldham for the internal fit-out after completing the external shell and core of the landmark building.

What challenges does the demolition industry face in 2022?

Ben Griffiths, operations director of the Rye Group, talks about the current state/challenges of the demolition industry and what it should expect in 2022.

Celebrating heritage through design

Bruce Kennedy, architect director at BDP’s Glasgow studio, discusses the importance of our build heritage as cities evolve and move forward.

Hayfield acquires site to deliver £21m green development

Hayfield has acquired a prime eight-acre site to deliver a £21m ‘green’ development, featuring 50 eco-efficient luxury homes in Wiltshire.

HS2 reveals first look of ‘innovative’ green tunnel design

HS2 has revealed the first images of innovative ‘green tunnels’ that will be built across Buckinghamshire and Northamptonshire, which will blend the new HS2 rail line into the natural landscape.

December PMI data shows steady increase in business activity

December PMI data has pointed to another solid increase in business activity across the construction industry, despite the rate of expansion slipping to its lowest since September.

BAM Colmore Row construction team raises money for children’s charity

A Birmingham-based charity has received a significant donation from BAM Construction, working on the landmark 103 Colmore Row development in the city’s central business district.

L&Q and Anderson to deliver next phase of homes at The Quarry

L&Q and Anderson have been granted permission to deliver the next phase of homes at The Quarry, in Erith, Southeast London.

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