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SterlingOSB Zero

Versatile SterlingOSB Zero featured in multi-functional furniture

SterlingOSB Zero from West Fraser is a well-loved material for architects and designers who are looking to incorporate an industrial vibe to work and leisure spaces.
Vectorworks and NVIDIA have delivered a direct connection to building and operating applications with the Omniverse Connector

Vectorworks and NVIDIA’s Omniverse Connector expands opportunities in the Metaverse

Working with NVIDIA, Vectorworks delivers a direct connection to the innovative platform for building and operating applications with the Omniverse Connector.
image of rooftop solar PV on warehouse, green energy

Unused space and green energy: Why warehouse solar PV is the...

In this article, Alice Bushell, senior associate at Eversheds Sutherland, explores how using green energy solutions, such as rooftop solar PV, could revolutionise warehouses across the UK.
Modular Building

Inside Modular: Expanding what’s possible in modular construction logistics with Stream...

In this episode of Inside Modular, Carson Holmquist, co-founder and CEO of Stream Logistics discusses his company's recent investments in the growth of Stream's modular construction logistics.
United Living Property Services (ULPS), a subsidiary of United Living Group, have been awarded a place on two National Housing Maintenance Forum (NHMF) frameworks

United Living secures two National Housing Maintenance Forum Framework spots

United Living Property Services (ULPS), a subsidiary of United Living Group, have been awarded a place on two National Housing Maintenance Forum (NHMF) frameworks.
Balfour Beatty, BAM Nuttall and Heathrow Airport will work with a new regulatory sandbox from the Health and Safety Executive

Three major infrastructure companies join new health and safety regulatory sandbox

Balfour Beatty, BAM Nuttall and Heathrow Airport will work with a new regulatory sandbox from the Health and Safety Executive.
building safety act

RSU investigating 19 firms who have not complied with the Building...

This week, Lee Rowley announced that the DLUHC's  Recovery Strategy Unit (RSU) are investigating 19 rogue firms that have not complied with the Building Safety Act.
Nearly nine out of ten planners feel that social media is fuelling misinformation about local planning issues, according to the RTPI

Social media fuels misinformation on local planning issues, say 87% of...

Nearly nine out of ten planners feel that social media is fuelling misinformation about local planning issues, according to the RTPI.
SterlingOSB Zero

SterlingOSB Zero for industrial chic in compact Paris loft apartment

The "Under the Roof" project in Paris has been given a new lease of life using SterlingOSB Zero from the West Fraser range.
fire safety alarm, digital technology

Managing new fire safety regulations through the power of digital technology

In this article, Rob Norton, UK director, PlanRadar, explores how digital platforms and technology can enable construction professionals to manage new fire safety legislation and compliance.
Secured by Design ATLAS national training conference

2023 Secured by Design ATLAS national training conference and exhibition opens

NPCC prevention lead and Merseyside chief constable Serena Kennedy opened the 2023 Secured by Design ATLAS national training conference and exhibition, which underlines putting prevention first within policing.
construction starts

Over 50% of construction starts faltered during February, according to report

Glenigan has released its March 2023 Construction Review, which has shown that over 50 per cent of construction, starts have faltered during the month of February as the industry navigates a tough economic landscape.
A London company has been fined £175,000 after a worker suffered serious head injuries that saw him hospitalised for seven months

HSE issues £175k fine after worker suffers head injuries from concrete...

A London company has been fined £175,000 after a worker suffered serious head injuries that saw him hospitalised for seven months.

Kier and Boyer to deliver school refurbishment and new housing in...

Boyer has secured planning permission for Taylor Wimpey to deliver new housing in Gloucestershire, whilst Kier begins work on providing new facilities for historic Gloucestershire school.
NHBC will collaborate with the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) to provide assessment for the final stages of its Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor apprenticeship

NHBC partners with CIOB for assessment of Site Supervisor apprenticeship

NHBC will collaborate with the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) to provide assessment for the final stages of its Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor apprenticeship.
Registration is now open for the Open House virtual event, which will bring guests face to face with the Vectorworks team

Vectorworks, Inc. to host Open House on 19 April 2023

Registration is now open to customers around the globe for the virtual event, which will bring industry experts face to face with the Vectorworks team.
CaberMDF Industrial delivers high levels of accuracy in a variety applications, providing a higher end finish for manufacturers

CaberMDF Industrial – a cut above the rest

CaberMDF Industrial delivers high levels of accuracy in a variety applications, providing a higher end finish for manufacturers.
Make UK Modular has celebrated building a significant consultory relationship with the government on behalf of the UK modular housing sector

Make UK Modular celebrates raised profile of modular housing in first...

Make UK Modular has celebrated building a significant consultory relationship with the government on behalf of the UK modular housing sector.
Rupert Pometsey, Board appointments

Manningham Housing Association makes a trio of Board appointments

Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has made three new Board appointments, as Rupert Pometsey is appointed to vice chair, and Alice Kinder and John Knox join the Bradford-based organisation as new Board members.
Chronic increase of ‘hidden homelessness’ in the countryside fuelled by cost of living crisis, year-long study shows

Cost of living crisis has dramatically increased ‘hidden homelessness’ in the...

A year long study has found that the cost of living crisis has fuelled a chronic increase of ‘hidden homelessness’ in the countryside.
Two members of West Fraser's team have been nominated for merchant sector accolades in the Top 100 Supplier Influencers list

West Fraser’s panel products are even more rewarding in their 2023...

One lucky customer of the Newark branch of Turnbull builders’ merchants ended the year with a brand-new Mercedes van, thanks to the West Fraser Rewards promotion.
Central Park Aerial Illustrative CGI

Thousands of new homes in Liverpool to be delivered under multiple...

Plans have been approved for essential infrastructure to enable the delivery of 2350 new homes in Liverpool, as well as £130m funding  to build 800 homes in Warrington, St Helens and Liverpool.
building safety act

Building Safety Act: Key questions answered

At Premier Guarantee's latest InSite conference, a panel of experts discussed the Building Safety Act, and how best to prepare for the changes ahead.
Office buildings background generated with a CAD software for architectural design, showing constuction plans, blueprint and structure. All models and plans are available in my portfolio.

What are the latest BIM software trends in the UK?

PBC Today explores the current BIM software trends used in the UK and considers the potential implications for stakeholders involved in the construction industry.
JCT has announced the release of a new series of Contract Administration Model Forms for use with the JCT Home Owner contract family

JCT launches contract administration model forms for home owner contracts

JCT has announced the release of a new series of Contract Administration Model Forms for use with the JCT Home Owner contract family.
non-compliant pumps

Pump industry leaders call for crack down on non-compliant pumps

Heating pump industry leaders are calling on the UK government to crack down on the 'swarm' of non-compliant pumps being imported into the UK, potentially costing consumers hundreds of pounds every year.