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The myths of Modern Methods of Construction
Charles Pierce, managing director of Darwin Group, puts the record straight on the benefits of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC).
Insurance implications of the new timber frame fire safety in use...
Marcus Saunders, client service executive for construction at Gallagher, tells us what the new research from the Structural Timber Association (STA) into fire safety could mean for insuring timber framed properties.
Fasteners and heat induction technologies enable faster flat roofing installations
The construction industry and our ability to “build, build, build” is key to the UK’s economic recovery. Martyn Holloway, business development manager – flat roof at SFS, discusses how innovative fastening systems can lead to fast and reliable single-ply flat roofing installations.
Secondary glazing enhances Plumstead Library refurbishment
Working with architects Hawkins Brown Associates LLP and main contractor Osborne Construction, 63 secondary glazed units have been installed during the remodelling and refurbishment of Plumstead Library.
Green light for £1.3bn housing and infrastructure investment
Tens of thousands of new homes and infrastructure projects have been given the green light with nearly £1.3bn of investment today (4 August).
Fast track home extensions must focus on quality, says Actis
New rules which allow families to add two extra storeys to their homes without full planning permission must be sensitively built, says Actis.
A fabric first approach to bridge the performance gap
A fabric first mindset is needed to help close the building performance gap and create thermally efficient homes, says Simon Blackham, technical manager at Recticel Insultation.
Over-engineered buildings nullify the green benefits
Alex Hill, managing director at Whitecode Design Associates, offers insight into the smart ways to design building services to ensure they perform as designed and maintain a thermally comfortable environment for occupants, without being over-engineered.
Why are we failing on ventilation in existing buildings?
Good ventilation is essential in controlling damp, mould and pollutants but a lack of compliance with Building Regulations in this area is widespread. When we’re not getting it right with new builds, what hope is there for proper ventilation in existing buildings, asks James Berry of the Property Care Association.
Wraptherm meets building regulation approval
Wall membrane composite, Wraptherm has been awarded certification from both LABC and LABSS confirming that the product meets building regulation approval in England, Wales and Scotland.
Premier Modular to deliver modular housing for the homeless
Premier Modular has secured a £7.5m contract by Buckinghamshire Council to deliver modular housing for homeless people.
Construction begins on affordable carbon zero modular homes in Abingdon
Construction is underway at Sovereign Housing Association’s latest development which will see nine affordable zero-carbon modular homes built in Abingdon.
Plan for Jobs to save money, cut carbon and boost economy
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced a £30bn ‘Plan for Jobs’ to save money, cut carbon, and support around 140,000 jobs.
£4m investment to transform Icknield Port Loop
£4m investment announced to clean up and unlock brownfield land at Icknield Port Loop in Edgbaston which will allow for a further 138 homes using Advanced Manufacturing in Construction (AMC).
Chancellor to unveil £3bn investment in green schemes
Chancellor Rishi Sunak is to unveil a £3bn investment in green schemes to generate jobs, upgrade buildings and guard the environment.
Secondary glazing reduces noise at Bolton’s St Patrick’s Church
St Patrick’s Church is located in Bolton, Greater Manchester, it chose Selectaglaze secondary glazing to silence the busses and bypassers for a quiet and peaceful space.
Light steel frame: Managing risk, quality and performance
Improving levels of occupant safety and increasing build quality are under the microscope. Here, Steve Thompson, managing director of EOS, considers the responsibility of manufacturers.
Highland Council’s energy-efficient scheme resumes
Following Scottish Government guidance on returning to construction sites across Scotland, works will be restarting on the EES: ABS scheme across the Highlands.
Selectaglaze: Creating comfortable office environments
A good office environment provides a sense of wellbeing and encourages efficiency, an important consideration when it is estimated that we spend more than 10 years of our lives in the workplace.
Actis sales rise as socially distanced sites seek easy to use...
Insulation specialist Actis has seen rising demand for its products over the past few weeks as building sites look for ways to maximise productivity amid social distancing measures.
BAM wins £15m Aintree Hospital renovation
Aintree University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has appointed BAM Construction to transform the main entrance and tower block of Aintree Hospital.
Actis welcomes housing minister’s MMC ambition post-Covid
An ambition by housing minister Christopher Pincher to embrace Modern Methods of Construction to help the UK recover economically from the impact of Covid-19 has been welcomed by Actis.
The importance of mental health awareness in the industry
Through initiatives such as Mates in Mind, Recticel Insulation promotes mental health awareness: What more can be done to ensure employees get the message that mental health really matters?
Interested in insulated panels for MMC – and need to know...
UK manufacturer of structural insulated panels, Hemsec has partnered with NBS to help industry professionals design and specify the optimum solution using National BIM online library.
Case study: Secondary glazing installed in 250 year-old Granary
Selectaglaze's secondary glazing was installed in 250 year-old Granary, Hindmarsh Hall, to provide enhanced thermal insulation.
SIG abandons building solutions sale to Kingspan
SIG has abandoned its proposed deal with Kingspan, as the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) confirms it will cancel its Phase 2 merger investigation into the takeover.