Amplifying the sustainability impact of MMC with digital construction tools
Digital construction tools can boost modular construction by enabling leaner production and the use of more sustainable materials, argue Ben Townsend, solution specialist and Elitsa Yakimov, UK marketing manager at Graitec.
Collaboration and ease of use: Prague Airport’s success with Revizto
Daniel Smejkal, VDC team leader at the Prague Airport, shared how Revizto became a fundamental part of their success.
Simplifying the rainscreen specification process using online tools
Specification manager at SFS, Hitesh Pattni, discusses how to simplify the rainscreen subframe system specification process whilst attaining optimal thermal performance.
Gove expected to scrap greenbelt housing targets
The housing secretary is widely expected to relax or scrap greenbelt housing targets as part of revisions to the much-delayed National Planning Policy Framework
Less pessimism, but challenges remain in RIBA’s Future Trends Report
The Royal Institute of British Architects's Future Trends Report for November 2023 suggests that both workloads and staffing will fall in the coming months.
MagnaClean HP™ filter prolongs lifespan of heat pump solutions
With heat pumps and underfloor heating requiring a specific type of filter and chemical to make sure they are properly protected, Adey has launched the MagnaClean HP™ filter to provide effective long-term heat pump protection.
Tilbury Douglas completes Nottinghamshire Healthcare mental health facilities
Tilbury Douglas has successfully completed the construction of Nottingham Healthcare's mental health facilities at Tall Trees and the Glade at Highbury Hospital.
World Cement Association endorses industry decarbonisation efforts at COP28
Calls for greater decarbonisation in the cement and concrete industry at COP28 have been welcomed by the World Cement Association.
Clean heat advocates find cause for optimism amidst political turbulence
In a busy end of the year for politics and policy, do developers and clean heat advocates have a lot to feel good about? Alastair Murray, founder and MD of Rendesco, explores.
Wates launches second STEM returners programme to drive gender equality in...
Wates and STEM Returners have renewed their partnership to help drive gender equality in construction.
Redefining insights: Introducing the FARO Orbis Mobile Scanner
Mobile and stationary technology in one device thanks to Hybrid Reality Capture, powered by GeoSLAM and Flash technology.
Maximising design efficiency with GIS and BIM integration
The synergy of GIS and BIM technologies is revolutionising architectural and infrastructure design, providing designers with invaluable insight and streamlining project workflow.
Bournemouth builder praises benefits of West Fraser panels
Bournemouth based Steve Mayes has demonstrated how easy it is to install West Fraser panels such as CaberDek and SterlingOSB Zero.
‘First-ever’ 3D printed low CO2 concrete building unveiled
The debut of a 3D-printed, low CO2 concrete building in Copenhagen marks a transformative leap in construction methods.
“Stop this killer stone”; Australia to ban engineered stone
Australia has decided to ban engineered stone, a popular material used in bathroom and kitchen countertops, to prevent exposure to fine silica dust.
Poor weather in October brings down construction output
According to the ONS, monthly construction output was down by 0.5% after September's 0.4% bump.
Construction contract awards down 14% in 2023
Barbour ABI's latest analysis reveals a staggering 14% decline in overall contract awards, with market confidence hitting a new low and planning applications plummeting by 23%.
How can technology support the construction industry’s mental health crisis?
Operations lead at Southern Construction Framework, Kingsley Clarke, examines how the construction industry is using technology to challenge the mental health crisis.
SFS leads way on safety and innovation
As a company which entered the UK as the Victorian era was coming to an end, SFS has a considerable wealth of accumulated expertise in cladding systems as well as fixings, putting the company in an unrivalled position to help innovate and educate industry professionals in crucial subjects such as safety.
GRAHAM wins contract for £22.68m Aurs Road upgrade
GRAHAM has been awarded a contract to deliver a £22.68m upgrade to Aurs Road, between Barrhead and Newton Mearns by East Renfrewshire Council.
Unveiling the risks of LST radiators in healthcare
Delve into the risks of LST radiators in healthcare, examining how safety casings with fine mesh may not guarantee a safe environment. Discrete Heat investigates the reasons behind the continued use of these potentially hazardous heating solutions.
Digital twins: A key to decarbonisation
The ambition to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 is one we are all familiar with, but debate continues around how we get there. Could digital twins hold the key in the built environment? James Franklin, digital construction lead at Kier Strategic Projects, examines the evidence.
Beard continues expansion plans with twin senior appointments
Beard has made two senior appointments in Mike Hedges and Jamie Harwood as they expand to new offices on the south coast.
Namibia Construction leverages OpenSpace technology to manage construction projects remotely
Namibia Construction utilised OpenSpace technology to cut site travel in half, improve documentation speed, and resolve and avoid capture disputes.
Willmott Dixon joins Nottingham hospital’s net zero project
The Queen's Medical Centre (QMC) in Nottingham is having several windows replaced as part of a drive to get to net zero, which will save the hospital around £5m upon completion.
Why homeowners should embrace heating system flushing
Adey explores the benefits of heating system flushing, from increased radiator heat output to a potential 7-year extension of boiler lifespan, and why it's a cost-effective solution for homeowners concerned about winter heating bills.