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Modular building

How does modular building actually work?

Ever wondered what happens as part of the modular build process? How do building plans leap from the page and become a reality? MTX Contracts, specialists in modular design and build, show us what happens in seven steps
Offsite construction

Design, Sealed, Delivered: Offsite construction changing an industry

Tom Shaw, director at Ramboll, looks at the growing recognition of offsite construction’s potential in tackling the housing crisis and what needs to happen next
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Modern building means modular construction

Traditional building methods will not tackle the housing crisis. It's time to embrace modular construction, says Kieran White, Vision Modular Systems
Construction site of a building with a crane lifting a modular section into place representing MMC in Ireland

NESC report: Insights and industry responses on the future of MMC...

Dr Dáithí Downey, author of Boosting Ireland’s Housing Supply: Modern Methods of Construction and Paul Tierney, CEO of MMC Ireland, examine the report’s findings...
Reform UK, led by newly installed leader Nigel Farage, has pledged to abandon net zero targets, fast track planning and change social housing allocation

Reform UK party manifesto pledges to scrap “net zero and related...

Reform UK, led by newly installed leader Nigel Farage, has pledged to abandon net zero targets, fast track planning and change social housing allocation.
REHAU UK's Steve Richmond explores what building services professionals should consider when installing mechanical services on MMC projects

Is offsite the key to swifter mechanical services installation?

Steve Richmond, head of marketing and technical – Building Solutions at REHAU UK, explores what building services professionals should consider when installing mechanical services on MMC projects and the role that offsite construction can play.
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Reframing the narrative: The real story of offsite insolvencies

The UK construction industry anticipates 6,000 insolvencies in 2023, including many offsite insolvencies. Addressing systemic issues is vital for a thriving future.
Aerial view of rows of generic new build modular terraced houses with energy efficient rooftop solar panels in the UK with characterless design for first time buyers

Bridging the affordable housing market gap through MMC

In the UK, the affordable housing market remains underserved and offsite manufacturers are focusing on how their solutions can supplement traditional construction to bridge the gap between supply and demand. Andy Higson from Intrastack, part of the global building materials manufacturer Saint-Gobain, discusses how the various methods of construction can help to bridge this gap and why choosing the right solution for your project is vital.
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Learn from the experts with JCT Training

Cover the basics of JCT Contracts with our new Video Module series of JCT Training products.
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Why organisational strategy is crucial in delivering net zero buildings

Dr Kwadwo Oti-Sarpong of the Cambridge Centre for Smart Infrastructure & Construction examines the organisational strategies deployed in delivering net zero buildings using manufacturing approaches and digital technologies.
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ICW’s energy efficient approach makes it easier for housebuilders to reach...

ICW is empowering housebuilders to create energy-efficient homes that are leading the charge towards a net-zero construction industry.
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Is light gauge steel framing the most advanced material in offsite...

PBC Today explores whether light gauge steel framing is truly the most technically advanced material in the offsite technology portfolio, examines the challenges that are encountered when using these frames and discusses the properties and benefits when compared to other materials.
Energy Security Day

Government outlines multi-billion energy revolution on its ‘Energy Security Day’

The Government has announced a series of investments to secure the UK's energy independence, but industry experts are concerned the plans fail to address existing energy waste.
INITIATE initiative

EU Governments in launch new INDICATE initiative to drive decarbonisation

Czechia, Ireland and Spain will be the first countries to participate in the new INDICATE initiative, which aims to boost the availability of quality building climate data to help drive decarbonisation across the sector.

Timber-framed buildings in Northwich restored and first MMC homes arrive in...

Traditional timber-framed buildings in Northwich have been restored thanks to Townscape Heritage Project, and the first factory-built homes at a housing development in Gloucestershire have been craned into place.
New construction framing stick built house with frame

How can sustainable structural timber help achieve net zero?

Sustainable structural timber offers a range of benefits related to reducing the environmental footprint of buildings and construction processes. PBC Today explore how sustainable structural timber (SST) can contribute towards achieving net zero.
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Construct Zero reflections from Innovate UK

Dr Mike Pitts, deputy challenge director for Transforming Construction at Innovate UK, looks back on the first year of the Construction Leadership Council’s Construct Zero programme and the final year of the Transforming Construction challenge.
West Fraser wood panel

West Fraser: Cutting out waste for a greener wood panel

We all know that we need to protect the environment and try to undo some of the damage that has been done in the past.  West Fraser, one of the UK’s leading wood panel manufacturers, takes this mission very seriously, with 99.5% of raw material being used during production of its boards.
Anirban Basu

MBI appoints Anirban Basu as new Chief Industry Economist

The Modular Building Institute (MBI) has appointed Anirban Basu, chairman and CEO of Baltimore-based Sage Policy Group, as MBI’s chief industry economist.
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BBA HAPAS certification awarded to Flex MSE Vegetated Wall System

Gravitas International has received certification by the British Board of Agrément (BBA) for its FLEX MSE System.
Algeco has secured two major £31m MOD accommodation contracts, awarded by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) on behalf of the British Army, for supply of high quality modular accommodation

Algeco wins £31m MOD accommodation contracts

Algeco has secured two major £31m MOD accommodation contracts, awarded by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) on behalf of the British Army, for supply of high quality modular accommodation.
MTX’s £7.5m expansion at Pinderfields Hospital is utilising MMC to deliver a new decant ward and general refurbishment

£7.5m expansion at Pinderfields Hospital advances with MTX

MTX’s £7.5m expansion at Pinderfields Hospital is utilising MMC to deliver a new decant ward and general refurbishment.
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Building sustainable healthcare facilities

Taking into account budget constraints, net zero commitments and the wellbeing of occupants, construction professionals must consider developing more sustainable healthcare facilities. Steve Richmond of REHAU Building Solutions discusses how healthy design principles are key.
Allerton Fire and Police Station was referenced in the Beatles song Penny Lane

Affordable housing development at Allerton Fire and Police Station tops out

HMS celebrates ‘topping out’ at former Allerton Fire and Police Station as the vacant site is transformed into an affordable housing development.
Morgan Sindall Construction have begun works on a new £5.8m Cambridge hospital resource centre - crane

Morgan Sindall to deliver £5.8m Cambridge hospital resource centre

Morgan Sindall Construction has begun works on transforming an old modular building to deliver a new Cambridge hospital resource centre, at Fulbourn Hospital.
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Saint-Gobain to sell wood processing and distribution business, Protræ

Saint-Gobain has signed an agreement to sell its wood processing and distribution business in Denmark, Protræ.