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Good construction data practice is critical to efficiency

Jennifer Thompson, CPO of MachineMax, explores how the industry can unlock the full potential of construction data.
CGI image of fire in building

Imerso AI technology enhances fire wall construction compliance in Danish hospital...

In this article, find out how Imerso’s AI technology ensured fire wall construction compliance for the iconic Nyt Hospital Nordsjælland near Copenhagen.
regenerative design

Regenerative design and protecting the built environment from heatwaves

To cope with a changing climate, buildings need “pre-hab”, argues Oliver Neve, management consultant at Ramboll.
Environmental Product Declarations

The importance of Environmental Product Declarations in sustainable construction

The number of Environmental Product Declarations published for concrete products has surged, but at the same time, there is a shortage of third-party verifiers. Dr Andrew Minson and Nicolas Antoniou of the Global Cement & Concrete Association make the case for automation of EPD production.
What if you could keep your gas boiler- and still reduce emissions? Fischer's hybrid heating system could be the answer to greener heating

Fischer’s Hybrid Heat Pump: A smart compromise for UK homeowners’ carbon...

What if you could keep your gas boiler- and still reduce emissions? Fischer's hybrid heating system could be the solution to sustainable heating you've been looking for.
Re-flow will once again be attending FutureScape, the UK’s largest landscape expo and trade event, on 21st – 22nd November at the ExCel London

FutureScape 2023 is the penultimate stop on Re-flow’s exhibition tour

Re-flow will once again be attending FutureScape, the UK’s largest landscape expo and trade event, on 21st – 22nd November at the ExCel London.
modular housing - energy-efficient homes

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.
Lichfield canal - canal restoration

HS2 funding helps Lichfield Canal restoration

The Lichfield and Hatherton Canals Restoration Trust (LHCRT) has completed a 120-meter canal restoration, thanks to funding from HS2.
green heating projects

UK government invests £65m in green heating projects

The government will provide £65m to support five green heating projects across the country through the Green Heat Network Fund.
District heating

Unlocking sustainable heating: LOGSTOR’s Terry McGivern explores district heating’s role in...

We spoke with Terry McGivern, managing director of LOGSTOR, about the district heating industry and how it can help create a more sustainable heating sector.
Long-Term Plan for Towns

Long-Term Plan for Towns: Why retail-led development is not the answer

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced a £1.1bn Long-Term Plan for Towns designed to empower 55 towns to tackle rundown centres, half-empty high streets and anti-social behaviour. Architect Alex Cragg says creating sustainable urban centres means addressing a lack of individuality and embracing our heritage.
AECOM Fast-Tracks Project Efficiency with Bluebeam

AECOM streamlines communication and efficiency with Bluebeam

Learn how AECOM onboarded Bluebeam to streamline communication and efficiency for the Austin Independent School District (AISD) $1bn bond programme.
A shot of a grandfather with his grandson wearing casual clothing unloading boxes and furniture from the rear of a moving van, ready to move in to their new bungalow together. They are entering their new home through the door, representing Build Warranty's new home guide

A guide to your new home, from BW Build Warranty

Build Warranty's new home guide provides what every new home owner needs to know, both before and after completion
HS2 cancellation

What does the HS2 cancellation mean for former landowners?

What does the HS2 cancellation mean for land already purchased? Gowling head of planning Vicky Fowler and principal associate Rachel Martin explain the rules governing compulsory purchases and what happens next.
Water neutrality

Why developers need to get proactive with water neutrality

Residential and commercial developers need to be aware of water neutrality and make sure they have strategies in place, says Caroline Gray Mason of Cenergist.
About Access's Ian Streets outlines the training needed for an access auditor when  assessing bathroom accessibility

Access auditor training needs a human touch- especially when it comes...

About Access's Ian Streets outlines the training needed for an access auditor when  assessing bathroom accessibility.
J3 has facilitated the building warranty insurance policy for a £55m 237-unit residential development on Rochdale Road in Manchester

J3 places A-rated building warranty insurance policy for £55m Manchester development

J3 has facilitated the building warranty insurance policy for a £55m 237-unit residential development on Rochdale Road in Manchester
Britannia Project

Ardmore chosen to lead final phase of £154m Britannia project

Hackney Council has selected Ardmore to oversee the final phase of their Britannia project, a residential redevelopment in Shoreditch Park, Hackney.
UK Business Finance's Karl Hodson examines how technology can enable greater communication, transparency and efficiency in the supply chain

Ways to use technology to effectively monitor the construction supply chain

UK Business Finance's Karl Hodson examines how technology can enable greater communication, transparency and efficiency in the construction supply chain.
Biodiversity Net Gain

1 in 3 developers are uninformed over Biodiversity Net Gain regulations

According to a recent study, 31% of developers are unaware of the upcoming Biodiversity Net Gains regulations, which are set to become effective this month.
female construction worker standing on a building site with her colleagues in the background stock photo, representing the construction skills shortage

Offsite Alliance partners with the Workforce Foresighting Hub to tackle construction...

The Offsite Alliance and MOBIE have joined forces with the Workforce Foresighting Hub to review the future skills needed to drive innovation and tackle the construction skills shortage.
Held at the NEC Birmingham on 18-19 October, Highways UK is Re-flow's flagship event, hosting the largest event contingent of the year

Highways UK 2023 hosts Re-flow’s largest exhibit yet

Highways UK is Re-flow's flagship event, hosting the largest event contingent of the year.
SEND School

Pick Everard delivers £7m SEND School in Ipswich

Ipswich's latest special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) school has officially opened after Pick Everard completed building works.
Secondary glazing

Preserving heritage: University of Notre Dame’s London office upgrades with secondary...

Read this article from Selectaglaze to discover how secondary glazing improved acoustics, thermal efficiency, and working conditions for the University of Notre Dame's London office.
construction workload

Construction workload falls in Q3 following drop in housebuilding

Construction workload has fallen in Q3 following a drop in housebuilding and economic challenges.
Paul Doherty, of Doherty Carpentry, operates across much of the Cotswolds on new-build and refurbishment work, often using CaberFloor P5 

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.