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How can green construction techniques boost your project?
Green building technology has become one of the hottest trends in construction. The benefits of a green technology application in construction are far-reaching and comprehensive.
Michelmersh set for expansion with Floren acquisition
Specialist brick manufacturer Michelmersh has acquired all of the shares of Belgium-based business Floren & Cie.
FARO’s scan to BIM solutions: The best of both worlds?
Here though, in an interview with FARO’s Oliver Buerkler (senior product manager, construction BIM) and Marc Zschieschang (product manager, Construction BIM), we look at the initial stages of a construction project – surveying an existing site and the process of what is known as ‘scan to BIM’.
Building with nature in mind
Eco homes are becoming increasingly fashionable as a new generation of house builders grow more environmentally conscious, realising the financial benefits of choosing greener options when it comes to deciding how to live their lives.
Man charged following Travelodge incident in Liverpool
Merseyside police have confirmed that a man has been arrested after an incident last month saw a digger plough into a newly constructed Travelodge in Liverpool.
Lovell and Vinci awarded £40m external works programme
Sandwell Council has appointed Lovell and Vinci to help deliver a £40m external works programme for council housing across the borough.
Why ensuring construction product substitutes are certificated remains crucial
Substituting a construction product or system in a building can lead to expensive problems further down the line if not done properly.
The use of admixtures to waterproof concrete: Waterproofing with other building...
James McDonald of Cementaid examines the different factors that can affect the waterproofing of basements.
BBA opens new Dublin office
The British Board of Agrément, the construction products certification body, has opened an office in Dublin (BBA EU), allowing it to explore new avenues for growth outside the UK.
Noise mitigation against HS2 enabling works at 30 Euston Square
30 Euston Square has an outstanding Victorian façade with an original Greek revival style entrance hall and is full of ornate architectural details.
Plastics in Construction – ASBP’s Healthy Buildings Conference & Expo 2019
Leading researchers, activists and industry speakers plus over 20 exhibitors have been announced for the Alliance for Sustainable Building Products’ third annual conference to be held on 28 February 2019 at London South Bank University.
Willmott Dixon awarded £23m residential scheme
Willmott Dixon has landed a £23m residential scheme in Greater Manchester following recent work to build nearly 250 homes in Wythenshawe and Old Trafford.
Designing buildings to improve mental health
We must take the lead on designing for mental health, writes Ben Channon, senior architect at Assael Architecture and author of Happy by Design: A Guide to Architecture and Mental Wellbeing.
Recognition system for architects in the event of a ‘no deal’...
The government has issued guidance on the recognition system for architects holding European Economic Area (EEA) qualifications.
Disgruntled builder smashes up Travelodge
A disgruntled builder has been filmed smashing up a new Travelodge in Liverpool – allegedly due to unpaid wages amounting to £600.
Technical advice: Underfloor heating & floor screeds
Warranty provider Premier Guarantee provides guidance on the key considerations for designing and installing UFH systems embedded in floor screeds.
Grenfell panels ‘55 times more flammable’ than safer alternative
The first in-depth study of the cladding and insulation used on Grenfell Tower has uncovered significant differences in flammability and smoke toxicity between the products used and least combustible products available.
Creating better buildings
The latest generation of mechanical fastening solutions for the building envelope is enabling architects to create better buildings.
At risk buildings meet modern standards with secondary glazing
Buildings at risk range from those that are virtually on the point of collapse to those that are vacant, but can also be inhabited buildings.
Offsite would bolster Shelter’s 3m social homes vision, says Actis
A report published by housing charity Shelter stating that three million new social homes are required to solve the housing crisis will require practical as well as economic and political assistance, says insulation specialist Actis.
Church renovation becomes a local community asset
Selectaglaze discuss how a church renovation has meant a deprived building and local community receive something to go ‘ping-pong’ over.
Sustainable innovations shaping construction
With the UK construction, operation and maintenance industry accounting for 48% of the UK’s carbon emissions, the focus of many innovations in construction is now on reducing the construction sector's CO2 output.
Housing association CEO calls for Brexit compromise
Chief executive of Unity, a prominent BME-led housing association, called on Westminster politicians to “grasp the Brexit nettle”, to prevent local communities experiencing a reality of chaos as the UK’s exit from the EU swiftly approaches.
Langley launches linked BIM objects to streamline specification
Langley Waterproofing Systems Ltd has added ten roofing systems to the NBS National BIM Library to help streamline the specification process.
Scotframe Val-U-Therm PLUS® For PassivHaus: Probably the Best U-Value Wall in...
Scotframe exclusively offers the Val-U-Therm PLUS® building system, which offers some best-in-class performance for PassivHaus construction
Grenfell Inquiry next stage ‘unlikely to restart until 2020’
Hearings for the second phase of the Grenfell Inquiry are unlikely to start before the end of next year, according to its chairman