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A guide to condensation from secondary glazing experts Selectaglaze

There’s no doubt that condensation is an important topic in our industry. But your time is precious, so Selectaglaze is bringing everything together in one easy-to-read guide.

Latest Vectorworks 2024 update brings NCS Colour capabilities

Vectorworks 2024 Update 1 includes an innovative NCS+ Pro integration, user experience enhancements and new feature improvements.

Eradicating siloed systems with a digital solution

Siloed systems can be a hindrance to construction processes but with field management software, like Re-flow, businesses can break down barriers.

Porsche and ABB Robotics to work on modular housing manufacturing tech

Porsche Consulting has partnered with ABB Robotics to work on technology for modular housing manufacturing.

£2bn housing development confirmed for Ladbroke Grove

The largest housing development of the year has been revealed has been unveiled in Ladbroke Grove, London, costing £2bn.

Actis and modular specialist offer free classroom for RAAC-affected school

Insulation specialist Actis and modular builders BGR Group are offering a free classroom to one of the many schools affected by the RAAC crisis.

No deadlines to be set for golden-thread sharing

The government will not set a deadline for people to share golden-thread information with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR).

The construction industry must be prepared to answer questions on RAAC

Sheroze Nadim, associate at Forbes Solicitors, discusses the need for accountability for the RAAC crisis and advises construction businesses on how to proceed.

Vectorworks Design Day UK 2023: Uniting professionals for a glimpse into...

Read this article to learn the key takeaways from Vectorworks' Design Day UK, including the launch of Vectorworks 2024, customer success stories, and more!

Go Geothermal celebrates new North-East offices and warehouse

The new warehouse and office premises in County Durham allow Go Geothermal to double its stock holding and increase opportunities in the Scottish market.

KICT unveils cutting-edge scan to BIM technology

The Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology (KICT) has created a scan to BIM-based reverse engineering technology.

Team Re-flow returns to UK Construction Week Birmingham

Team Re-flow gave specialist demonstrations of their field management software at UK Construction Week, the UK's leading built environment show.

New homes available for affordable rent is on the rise, according...

Throughout this year, the number of homes available for affordable rent has grown significantly, contributing around 26,000 new homes to the sector.

Sections of Scunthorpe General Hospital shut down due to RAAC

Parts of Scunthorpe General Hospital have been shut down following the discovery of dangerous RAAC concrete across the site.

Construction output expected to fall by 6.8% in 2023

Construction output is likely to decline by 6.8% in 2023, according to the CPA’s Autumn Forecasts.

Climastar: Beautifully designed to deliver a more efficient electric heating system

As future regulations will soon come into force, an electric heating system will meet both your energy efficiency and design demands.

The rise of smart home technology in UK developments

Build Warranty explores the growing presence of smart home technology in UK homes and how it offers increased efficiency, accessibility and comfort.

LHC to deliver net zero solutions with Retrofit & Decarbonisation (N9)...

Dean Fazackerley, head of technical procurement at public sector framework provider LHC Procurement Group (LHC), sets the scene for its new Retrofit & Decarbonisation (N9) framework.

British Steel considers 2,000 job cuts amid £30m monthly losses

British Steel is considering cutting up to 2,000 jobs due to substantial monthly losses of £30m, according to recent reports

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.

Metal Technology renews longstanding membership with Secured by Design

Leading architectural aluminium systems company Metal Technology has continued their longstanding membership with Secured by Design.

Heat pump grants up 50% in the UK

Increased government heat pump grants mean families can save on heating costs by choosing heat pumps over gas boilers.

Darran Burrage joins Go Geothermal as commercial director

Darran Burrage joins Go Geothermal as commercial director, bringing 20 years of sale experience to the role.

Understanding the Building Safety Act with Build Warranty

As the final provisions of the Building Safety Act came into effect earlier this month, Build Warranty summarises what you need to know The Building...

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.

Chaplair found guilty of failing to remove hazardous cladding

The City of London Magistrates Court recently ruled against Chaplair Ltd for failing to meet a critical deadline to remove hazardous cladding.