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Are sprinkler systems the one-stop solution we think they are?
Automated fire sprinkler systems are a well-established form of fire protection. However, they are not the only defence, and are by no means a perfect solution, Ian King, COO, Zeroignition explains.
UK construction inflation could be on the rise, warns Turner &...
Turner & Townsend has warned developers that UK construction inflation will impact the viability of planned projects, as labour shortages, Brexit, and the war in Ukraine maintain pressure on prices.
Structural warranty: Reducing the risks of water ingress
This ebook from Premier Guarantee looks at how to reduce the risk of water ingress through proper design and workmanship, as well as the correct installation of building elements.
Sustainability in commercial construction: Getting set for the Future Buildings Standard
In this article, Jason White, divisional director of operations at Assent Building Control explains to PBC Today the future of commercial construction ahead of the Future Buildings Standard.
Glass solutions for the changes to Part L Regulation
Phil Brown, European regulatory marketing manager at Pilkington, part of the NSG Group, discusses changes to Part L of the building regulations, the use of triple glazing to meet U-value requirements, and other ways of addressing the regulatory changes through glass and glazing decisions.
Putting new building regulations in the frame: What do they mean...
Changes to Part L and Part F of building regulations came into force on 15 June 2022 as an interim step toward The Future Buildings Standard. NorDan’s Commercial Sales Manager Sonia Travis examines what these changes mean for windows, and what further changes are to come.
How does modular construction slot into the built sector?
Responsible for almost 40% of global carbon emissions, we can’t tackle climate change without changing the built sector. In this article, Harwood explains how MMC is becoming an increasingly popular tool in tackling net zero goals.
Insurance building repairs – dealing with change, uncertainty and challenge
Peter Wassell, technical director at Sedgwick, shares insight into the latest Building Repair Costs review which looks at the issues that could potentially impact the cost of building repairs over the months ahead.
Actis manufacturing plants to be fully solar-powered by the end of...
Insulation specialist Actis aims to see all five of its manufacturing plants in South-West France fully solar-powered by the end of 2024 - two are set to achieve this by the end of next year.
What impact do the changes to Part L have on architects?
John Miles, technical manager and business development manager at Assent Building Control, explains how architects must balance creativity with compliance to implement the changes to Part L building regulations.
Actis to launch new CPD on revised Part L regulations
Revised Part L regulations, which are set to come into force in June, are the subject of a new CPD devised by insulation specialist Actis, which is due to be launched in a few week's time.
Tackling the climate crisis through AI
Brian Hills, CEO of The Data Lab, Scotland’s innovation centre for data and AI, discusses the role of AI in tackling the climate crisis and the development of a new tool that will help housing associations and developers to make their properties more energy efficient.
The sustainable regeneration of historic buildings
The sustainable regeneration of historic buildings is often seen as an oxymoron because there are several factors that act as barriers. Gordon Reid and Steven Campbell, Cundall, discuss the lessons learnt from structural and building service engineering solutions they have delivered on key historic regeneration projects.
How implementing BIM contributes to greater sustainability goals
Implementing BIM at the initial stages of a project can play a pivotal role in achieving sustainability goals, says Stewart Bailey, founder and director of Virtual Viewing and MiHub.
Software for sustainable design
Pelin Haynes, Professional Services Consultant at Graphisoft UK Ltd., tell us how digital technologies can enable sustainable design.
Actis ticks all the ‘mandatory competencies’ boxes at RIBA CPD Providers...
The importance of sustainability, ethical practice and health and safety were key topics at a recent RIBA CPD Providers Network event attended by Actis specification manager Amaret Chahal.
1,000 energy-efficient homes to benefit South West residents
People across Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset will benefit from a new partnership to build more energy-efficient homes for rent and ownership.
The ROCKWOOL Red book
The ROCKWOOL Red book is a powerful digital tool that supports the specification of insulation solutions from a single source.
Going above and beyond fall protection systems
Given the current state of the EN 795 standard and the ever-increasing thermal performance requirements of roof systems, James Gooder, fall protection business unit manager at SFS UK, looks at the implications for fall risks and fall protection systems.
First affordable carbon negative homes to be trialled
St. Modwen Homes have launched the first affordable carbon negative homes, which are capable of reducing energy bills by 79%.
Work begins on Rugby school’s Whitelaw boarding house
Significant extension and alteration works are already underway on Grade II Listed and historically significant Whitelaw boarding house at Rugby school.
Actis to deliver industry insight during year of LABC technical events
The Actis specification team is gearing up to take part in a series of monthly LABC technical events - with the first lined up to take place in late June in Dorset.
How can cloud-based construction software resolve the industry’s financial crisis?
After fighting through the pandemic, construction remains under financial pressure. Here, The Access Group discusses how cloud-based construction software could be the solution to the industry's woes.
Keepmoat Homes to build 48 new houses in Dalmarnock, Glasgow
Leading UK housebuilder Keepmoat Homes has bought land at French Street in order to build 48 energy-efficient new houses in Dalmarnock over the next few months.
Designing home extensions using SIPs for Part L compliance
SIPs offer a relatively quick win for those conceiving highly insulated homes compliant with Part L Building Regulations 2022, particularly extensions and alterations to existing houses, where ‘more than a tweak’ is needed.
Why a Fabric First approach will become the default in 2025
We’ve long known that fabric first approach maximises building energy efficiency and minimises carbon impact. NorDan UK Ltd’s architecture and windows expert Tom O’Sullivan reminds us of the principles of fabric first, and how forthcoming changes to building regulations look set to finally realise this ambition.