FARO releases Flatness Check AR app for concrete industry
FARO Technologies announces the release of FARO Flatness Check, its first augmented reality app for the concrete industry.
Latest appointments in construction: CBI, Glencar, Rund and Orbit
The latest appointments in construction include leading roles at CBI, Glencar and Rund. Plus Orbit Group's chief executive has announced that he is stepping down.
How ACCA software integrated BIM and OpenBIM to create their innovation...
ACCA Software's innovation hub, the 'Dragonfly', was completed in 2016. With its new headquarters, ACCA software has given an example of how BIM allows better design decisions and makes it possible to create buildings with high-efficiency performance requirements.
Renewable energy systems installed at Scotland’s largest net zero housing development
Arc-Tech has begun work to install renewable energy systems at Western Villages, Scotland’s largest net zero housing development.
How AEC companies can harness the rapid growth of organisational data
The explosion in the amount of data available to AEC firms provides great opportunities – but data sprawl can be a barrier to success. In this article, Kevin Soohoo, director of AEC at Egnyte, explains how AEC companies can harness organisational data.
Industry reacts to Liz Truss energy price cap announcement
Industry leaders have reacted to the recent Liz Truss energy price cap announcement as the new prime minister unveils a two-year plan to cap typical energy bills at £2,500 a year.
JCT Training – training courses on JCT contracts
A flexible range of training courses and resources to give you all the information you need on JCT contracts.
Couple showcase sustainable home extension using Actis Hybrid
Ben Jones and Corinne Evans-Jones have showcased their sustainable home extension using the Actis Hybrid range on YouTube and Instagram with the aim of saving other self-builders the hassle of researching the best way to convert a loft.
Starting a mental health conversation in construction this World Suicide Prevention...
Mates in Mind is calling for companies and individuals to start the mental health conversation in the construction industry this World Suicide Prevention Day.
BBC move to Typhoo Tea Factory in Birmingham to be led...
The multi-million pound BBC move to the Typhoo Tea Factory in Birmingham will be spearheaded by Stoford, part of the largest office pre-let in the city for the past three years.
New operations director for Tilbury Douglas appointed
Barry O’Hagan has been appointed as the new operations director for Tilbury Douglas Scotland, a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out business.
3 challenges trade contractors face when managing supply chain operations
The construction industry has faced significant disruptions throughout the pandemic, with a rapidly shrinking workforce, increased demand for services, and operational challenges. Supply chain operations, in particular, have been severely impacted explains Tom Stemm, CEO of Ryvit.
Morgan Construction: Onboarding employees with FlowForma Process Automation
Morgan Construction are using FlowForma Process Automation to change the way they conduct their process of employee onboarding.
Build-Zone wins Best Structural Warranty Provider 2022
Build-Zone has won Best Structural Warranty Provider at the Design & Build Awards 2022.
Will the government deliver on the Right to Buy policy?
Sarah Rowe, director and head of social housing at Freeths law firm, examines the extended Right to Buy policy and whether the government can deliver on their promise.
18-year-old construction worker fatally injured onsite
18-year-old construction worker fatally injured onsite during a house-build in Lincolnshire. Two companies and two employees have been sentenced.
Work begins on new affordable housing development on Brentford Citroen site
L&Q and The Hill Group have begun work on a new affordable housing development on the Brentford Citroen site, which will provide 441 new homes, a resident’s gym and a nursery.
MBI appoints Anirban Basu as new Chief Industry Economist
The Modular Building Institute (MBI) has appointed Anirban Basu, chairman and CEO of Baltimore-based Sage Policy Group, as MBI’s chief industry economist.
August 2022 Halifax House Price Index shows easing of growth as...
The August 2022 Halifax House Price Index has been released, showing a decrease in the annual rate of growth but record high house prices.
Yale achieves SBD Secure Connected Device accreditation for Conexis L1 Smart...
SBD has announced that Yale has become one of the first companies to achieve their Secure Connected Device accreditation, for their Conexis L1 Smart Lock.
Doug Keillor appointed as MD of Robertson Construction
Doug Keillor, former BAM executive director, has been appointed executive managing director for Robertson Construction Group.
Saint-Gobain carbon neutrality targets first to gain approval of Science Based...
The Science Based Targets initiative1 has approved Saint-Gobain’s carbon neutrality targets as consistent with the organization’s new net zero standard and the Paris Climate Agreement.
Procore establishes new EMEA Hub in Dublin as a mark of...
Procore Technologies, Inc, has announced the opening of its new EMEA hub in Dublin, Ireland, demonstrating the companies regional growth.
32 suppliers awarded for LHC’s £1bn H2 new build framework
Thirty-two suppliers have been awarded a place on a new four-year, £1bn new build framework by LHC to deliver public sector construction projects in England.
Harley Haddow’s Manchester team expands with appointment of Ian Chalk
Harley Haddow’s Manchester base will be joined by new director Ian Chalk, as part of its ongoing UK expansion and recruitment strategy.
Construction Product Quality Planning: Applying best practice in the construction industry
The Construction Product Quality Planning (CPQP) framework offers a toolbox of resources to help manufacturers produce new construction products and components in line with best practice quality standards, ensure legal compliance and improve the efficiency of their operations.