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Offsite construction: Safer, faster and cheaper, says survey

Offsite construction increases productivity, enhances employer safety and improves the quality of work, according to a survey by the Electrical Contractors Association (ECA).

Metframe’s pre-panelised system helps deliver new student block

Metframe’s pre-panelised system helped deliver a new student block combining a flexible modern interior with an attractive traditional exterior in just 13 weeks.

Buildoffsite teams up with Construction Innovation Hub

Buildoffsite has joined forces with the Construction Innovation Hub to help deliver its mission to transform UK construction and change the way buildings are designed and manufactured.

Insulation specialists hail cross-party timber frame report

A report published showing how production in the timber frame industry can play a major role in helping solve the housing crisis has been welcomed by insulation specialist, Actis.

The modular homes leading the way in the UK

As the construction industry ramps up its use of modular construction, PBC Today takes look at the modular housing schemes taking the UK by storm.

Modular housebuilder creates app to build your own home

Modular housebuilder Built & Spaces has created its own app to turn a customer’s dream into a fully constructed home in just ten weeks.

The health and safety benefits of modular construction

Matthew Goff, managing director at Thurston Group, shares his top three health and safety benefits of using modular volumetric construction.

Eco-sustainable living accommodation arrives at the Brislington Centre

Students with special education needs (SEN) will be able to learn how to live independently after three new eco-sustainable homes were recently installed at...

The momentum of the modular movement

Gaynor Tennant, CBDO of Modularize, says the offsite industry must make it clear to government that it is open for business.

McAvoy wins £5.5m contract for new technology centre

The McAvoy Group has been awarded a £5.5m contract for the offsite construction of a new three-storey Art, Design and Technology Centre at The Deepings School.

Will politics impact the offsite construction sector?

Jim Roach, managing director of ARV Solutions, takes a look at whether party politics or internal politics will have the biggest impact on the offsite construction sector.

Prefabricated buildings market set for growth over next 6 years

The global modular and prefabricated buildings market is set for growth over the next six years, as offsite construction gains traction thanks to its sustainable approach.

How Modularize bridges the gap between architects and manufacturers

Gaynor Tennant, CBDO of Modularize, tells PBC Today how they can help address the gap between architects and manufacturers in the offsite construction sector.

Offsite Solutions acquires Taylor and Kilduff

Offsite Solutions, a bathroom pod manufacturer, has acquired Taylor and Kilduff, a steel fabrication business to bring the manufacture of base frames for its steel-framed pods in-house.

The Offsite Construction Survey: Fit for the future?

Can offsite deliver on its promise and become “business as usual”? PBC Today's latest survey, The Offsite Construction Survey, reveals all.

Housing minister appoints new champion for MMC

Housing minister, Esther McVey MP has appointed Mark Farmer as champion for Modern Methods of Construction as part of the government’s aim to make the UK the global leader in housing standards.

Housing crisis: Are timber industries the answer?

A new report has highlighted the vital role timber industries can play in helping the government meet its targets for housebuilding.

£30m ‘Construction Corridor’ boost for ilke Homes

Housing Minister Esther McVey has announced a £30m boost for modular housing firm ilke Homes, as part of the ‘Construction Corridor’.

Final module craned into place on world’s tallest modular tower

Tide Construction has craned the last of 1,526 modules into place on the world’s tallest modular tower in Croydon.

How modular construction is helping to solve the UK housing crisis

Innovation funding specialist the MPA Group highlights the main advantages of modular construction and the key sector issues it is helping to address.

SIPs are coming to the fore in modular construction

There is no question that a contractor can construct better quality buildings, build them faster and provide exceptional eco-benefits, using Hemsec SIPs.

SMARTPLY ULTIMA and SMARTPLY FR: The offsite solutions

With offsite construction on the rise as a more efficient, high quality and sustainable option for delivering affordable housing, MEDITE SMARTPLY highlights some of its groundbreaking products.

MMC and timber frame: The perfect duo for sustainable housebuilding

Stewart Dalgarno, director of product development at Stewart Milne Timber Systems, discusses why Modern Methods of Construction coupled with a build fabric such as timber frame are key to meeting government housing targets sustainably.

The value and opportunities within modular construction

Having gained considerable momentum over the past few years, modular construction reduces build times by an impressive 50-60%.

Offsite and modular system performance

When considering the different options for offsite and modular construction, it is important to treat the building as a single system rather than a collection of individual components, says Joanne Booth of Lucideon.

Building Innovation Awards: Best Offsite/Modular Innovation

PBC Today finishes off our preview of the Building Innovation Awards with a look at the Best Offsite/Modular Innovation category.

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