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113 jobs lost as Lighthouse falls into administration

Timber-frame volumetric specialists Lighthouse has fallen into administration after a bid to sell the business failed.

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Demand for energy-efficient homes could spark a rise in modular housing

The ‘Green Shoots: The Future of UK Housebuilding’ report from Make UK Modular has revealed public support for more energy-efficient homes.

CaberFloor P5 performance is panel of choice for Cotswolds carpenter

Paul Doherty, of Doherty Carpentry, operates across much of the Cotswolds on new-build and refurbishment work, often using CaberFloor P5.

Try before you buy with a free sample from West Fraser

It’s simple to select the perfect panel for for your project with West Fraser’s free samples.

Quick to build, affordable office has the ‘wow’ factor with SterlingOSB Zero feature wall

When TMV architects wanted to create a compact but stylish office on their plot, a SterlingOSB Zero feature wall was key to the unique design.

DORCE: Providing emergency modular housing in Turkey

This article explores DORCE Prefabricated Building and Construction's journey as a provider of emergency modular housing in Turkey.

‘Zero chance’ to achieving housing targets without MMC, says Top Hat chair on discussion of standardised MMC

Top Hat chair Carl Leaver spoke before the House of Lords on goverment plans for standardised MMC, housing targets and the skills shortage.

How is MMC transforming the earth-moving sector?

Modern Methods  of Construction are reshaping construction, and the earth-moving industry must adopt Smart Construction tech for efficiency.

Implementing modular integrated construction in high-rise high-density cities

Discover how modular integrated construction is revolutionising high-rise, high-density urban landscapes and the future of city-building.

Forta PRO and Marriott team up to showcase modular hotel room

This article explores how Forta PRO and Marriott partnered to create a modular hotel room based on their current design, Moxy.

British Woodworking Federation 2023 Awards reveals shortlist

Now in their 15th year, the British Woodworking Federation(BWF) 2023 Awards has released the shortlist celebrating the achievements of UK woodworking and joinery manufacturing.

Davis-Bacon Act: A victory for the US modular construction industry

Plans by the US Department of Labour to extend the Davis-Bacon Act to cover modular and offsite construction sparked a staunch lobbying effort by the industry opposed to what they saw as an ill-suited and impractical change. John McMullen of the Modular Building Institute takes us inside a major victory for the US modular construction industry.

Transformative technology driven by increased demand for MMC

Mature commercial markets in the volumetric modular industry are thriving due to increased demand for MMC in the healthcare and education sectors.

Why the need for modular construction has never been greater

David Johnson, pre-construction director at Volumetric Building Companies, shares his thoughts on why the demand for modular continues to increase and the urgent need for change.

Researchers make breakthrough discovery on bamboo-safe screws

Researchers from the University of Bristol have discovered a way to use bamboo-safe without damaging the material, opening new doors for MMC.

Hebridean housebuilder uses SterlingOSB Zero for sustainability

A Hebrides construction company employs West Fraser's SterlingOSB Zero for sustainable modular timber buildings with excellent thermal performance.

National Timber Systems secures key frameworks with Vistry Group

National Timber Systems, has been selected to join two frameworks for the homebuilder, Vistry Group.

Making buildings safer through offsite construction

With the recent focus on unsafe and aging school buildings compounded by the RAAC issue, Jackie Maginnis, chief executive of the Modular and Portable Building Association, discusses how a volumetric approach to construction can help remedy the situation and fast-track the school building programme.

Premier Guarantee’s guide to understanding timber durability and specification 

Unsure which specification of timber can be used externally, or what durability designations are? Premier Guarantee's Technical Manual can help

The UK continues to embrace timber-based construction

The UK’s three largest housebuilders have announced plans to open dedicated factories for timber-based construction materials.

VBC to bring MMC centre of excellence to Ireland

Volumetric Building Companies continues to expand operations in Ireland by opening an international centre of excellence for MMC to serve European and global markets.

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