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Government calls on housebuilders to protect British wildlife
Communities secretary, James Brokenshire has called on developers to do more to protect British wildlife.
Build Aviator: Providing today’s estimating software
Build Aviator has developed and continue to evolve a dynamic suite of estimating software that is designed to help you win more work, in as little time as possible.
Construction equipment mechanic trailblazer apprenticeship approved
The development of a new Level 2 Trailblazer Apprenticeship for Construction Equipment Mechanics has been approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE).
UK brick industry production up by 6.2%
The latest statistics of Building Materials and Components shows the UK brick industry is meeting the growing demands with brick despatches up 3.3%.
How Build Aviator saves time on construction estimates
Build Aviator asked a group of builders how they estimate, a staggering 47% stated they use their free time to calculate estimates and write quotes.
Impact of big data on construction equipment
Big data is already being used by the construction industry. Focusing on the build phase of a project, weather, traffic and construction equipment can be analysed to determine optimal phasing of construction activities.
Star Platforms continues to grow with £2m fleet investment
UK powered access hire company, Star Platforms, has continued to grow their hire fleet with a £2m investment, adding over 350 platforms to their fleet in 2019.
Scottish development creates largest EV infrastructure
A developer is “plugging in” to the surging demand for electric vehicles (EVs) by creating the most inclusive charging provision of any development built to date in Scotland.
SFPSG launches guide for safe use of dumpers
The Strategic Forum Plant Safety Group (SFPSG) has launched a Good Practice Guide for the Safe Use of Dumpers to address injuries and fatalities associated with the use of dumpers.
Considerations for basement conversions
Mike Jones, national waterproofing manager at Peter Cox, looks at the key issues to consider in order to deliver a successful basement conversion.
How to air condition commercial office space
This article explores the adaptability of air conditioning systems and their application to commercial office space.
Forterra brick production set for £95m investment
The £95m major investment project is set to double production capacity at Desford plant, after the planning application for a new facility was permitted subject to conditions and a legal agreement.
Wakefield’s £6m Glasshoughton Southern Link Road gains consent
WYG has secured planning consent for Wakefield’s £6m Glasshoughton Southern Link Road, with construction of the new road beginning this week.
CPA urges construction sector to prepare for Brexit
With less than four weeks to go before the UK is due to leave the EU, the CPA has urged the construction sector to consider contingency planning and to be aware of potential delays in the construction supply chain.
Stepnell appointed by RSC for major renovation
Stepnell have begun the major renovation for the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), contracted to restore its Costume Workshop in Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon
Home to the theatre’s...
Construction equipment sales experience modest growth in 2018
Retail sales of construction and earthmoving equipment in the UK market grew by 2% in 2018, after experiencing a fall in the last quarter of the year.
Construction bodies urge action to tackle severe skills shortages
Leading construction bodies have called for combined action between industry and Government to address severe skills shortages.
Expanding horizons for Advantage Insurance
Simon Cooper, Technical Director at Advantage Insurance (AHCI) discusses how the company created six new jobs in just six months with the expansion of their technical team.
New project payment measures must protect SME contractors
David Jazani has called for a government consultation to ensure SME contractors are at the forefront of a project bank account system.
New crane safety guidance released
The CPA’s Crane Interest Group has launched a new publication entitled ‘Good Practice Guide: Requirements for Mobile Cranes alongside Railways Controlled by Network Rail’.
Clients and consultants collaborate for change at Seddon
Elecosoft is helping Seddon to deliver an innovative digital initiative to every area of its work.
Mick George Waste Management provision increase recycling capacity
Mick George discuss how their Waste Management provision has been enhanced with a new segregation station for waste disposal.
Balfour Beatty win big at the Commercial Fleet Awards
Balfour Beatty's Group Transport Compliance Manager Adrian Wanford won the title of 'Commercial Fleet Manager' of the Year' at the awards ceremony.
Safe use of dumpers guidance now available for consultation
The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has published a new guide promoting the safe use of forward tipping dumpers.
Multi-Million Pound Katherine Warington School Project
Mick George Ltd will be completing enabling works on a new multi-million-pound Katherine Warington School in Harpenden
Having been appointed by the Education and Skills...
New MEWPs safety document to facilitate work at height rescue plan
A new safety document entitled ‘Rescue of Persons from MEWPs’ has been published by the Strategic Forum Plant Safety Group (SFPSG), to provide guidance to facilitate work at height rescue plans