Why IoT is the future for construction sites
Providing super-fast reliable broadband on a construction site from day one is more vital than ever. The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming the way broadband internet and Wi-Fi is used.
The integration of weather and climate data across the construction lifecycle
Integrating accurate weather and climate data into BIM can cut costs for construction projects in the planning and development stage, as well as mitigating the longer-term climate challenges of tomorrow.
Willmott Dixon recycles single-use plastic into roads
Residents at Bristol City Council’s Ashton Rise development are set to drive on some of the UK’s greenest roads when they move in next year.
UK fatberg awareness is increasing – but action is still needed
The public is becoming more aware of how their everyday habits contribute to serious drain and sewer blockages – but more needs to be done to actually address the problem, argues Michelle Ringland from Lanes Group.
Site checking timber frames to ensure high-quality work
While modern timber frame buildings are usually factory-made, a successful project still requires every aspect of the on-site construction process to be completed to high standards of workmanship.
Social housing construction continues to defy downturn
Work on social housing construction is set to rise from 2019-2020, according to Glenigan’s construction market analysis.
Galliard Homes secures planning for £83m Newhams Yard scheme
Galliard Homes has received planning permission from Southwark Council for Newhams Yard, a new £83m mixed-used development in Bermondsey.
Actis appoint new specification manager
Actis continue to expand their team and has appointed a new regional specification manager, Jason Docherty, to work with builders and specifiers in the South East.
Invasive weeds set for flowering season
Dr Peter Fitzsimons, Invasive Weed Control Group technical manager of national trade body the Property Care Association, explains the importance of being alert to alien plant species at this time of year.
Asset management and performance in the built environment
Alan Somerville, head of the Building Performance Group and executive director at BRE, outlines how the measurement of asset performance within the wider context of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) and delivers long-term value.
The impact of Brexit: Construction and civil engineering
Ross Keatley of the Immigration Advice Service, an organisation made up of immigration solicitors, examines the potential impact of Brexit on the construction and engineering workforce.
A new protocol for reusing structural steel
The SCI has developed a draft protocol proposing a system of investigation and testing to support the mainstream reuse of structural steel.
UK construction contract awards up 11% in July 2018
The latest edition of the Economic & Construction Market Review from industry analysts Barbour ABI, highlights the value of all construction contract awards in July 2019.
The looming accessible homes crisis
After publishing its recent forecast of accessible housing, Habinteg Housing Association argues we cannot afford to ignore the issue any longer.
Proposals for reforming the building safety regulatory system
Ahead of the second anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire, the government published a consultation to create a radically new fire safety system.
GBHP hosts construction insight event for WOMENSTEC
Graham-Bam Healthcare Partnership (GBHP) recently hosted a construction insight event at its Royal Victoria Hospital Maternity site, to support WOMENSTEC.
TRADA’s Better Timber Buildings Conference returns for 2019
A one-day conference intended to educate, inspire and empower architects, engineers, suppliers and clients to design and build better timber buildings.
Wates to deliver modular homes in Cardiff
An innovative pilot scheme which will see the first modular homes built as part of Cardiff’s housebuilding programme has been given the go-ahead.
Midlands Connect responds to HS2 review announcement
The transport secretary, Grant Shapps has published the terms of reference and timetable for an independent review into the High Speed 2 project.
Priestley Construction appoints two new company directors
Leeds-based specialist construction company, Priestley Construction, part of the wider Priestley Group, has appointed two new board-level directors.
IES Sponsors Heriot Watt University in Solar Decathlon Middle East 2020...
IES are one of the sponsors supporting Heriot Watt University in the Solar Decathlon Middle East 2020 competition taking place next year.
Shaping construction with drone digital/reality capture technology
Ian Tansey of ProDroneWorx discusses how digital/reality capture outputs from drone technology revolutionised the management of a construction project.
Interserve wins P22 contract with NHS Framework
Interserve has been selected to deliver major multiple projects as part of the estates' infrastructure improvement programme for St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in South London.
Thoughts from the shovel face: interpreting data
Paul Nathanail, managing director of Land Quality Management Ltd, reflects on the importance of accurate communications and data assessment.
The grass is often greener on the brownfield site
It’s time for the construction industry to set aside the wrecking ball and rethink how it uses brownfield land, argues Nick Russell, director of civil and structural engineering consultancy Thomasons.
The Kingston Academy £15m regeneration project complete
astudio has announced the completion of the £15m The Kingston Academy regeneration project, which is also open to the public as a community centre.