Health and safety in construction is no joking matter
Failing to ensure health and safety in construction can have a detrimental impact on business and individuals, says the APS’ Chief Executive Lesley McLeod
PAS 402: How it helps reduce waste in your building project
Paul Cox, Managing Director, Reconomy explains how industry standard PAS 402 is aiding firms to meet their waste management targets
A data-centric approach assures an integrated environment
BIM is synonymous with construction. Graeme Forbes, Managing Director, Clearbox explains why a data-centric approach is superior to a file-based process
SBD National Building Approval helps lock in security for new build...
Secured by Design shares how developers can meet security criteria set out in building regulations through its new scheme SBD National Building Approval
ProductXchange undergoes a spring clean
Information managers can benefit from using ProductXChange, a turnkey solution for delivering accurate asset information. CoBuilder's CEO Nick Tune explains
With the penetration of data-driven...
Agricultural Policy post-Brexit – Mick George Ltd joins with landowners
Mick George Ltd discuss future agricultural policy and how landowners can capitalise on Brexit opportunities
Six months on since Theresa May invoked ‘Article 50 of the...
Poor indoor air quality damages a building’s fabric and can be...
The Drimaster-Eco range can improve poor indoor air quality in buildings. Here, Wendy Thomas, Residential Product Manager, Nuaire explains
Accessible design must be a consideration from the start
Ian Streets, of About Access Limited says accessible design should not be an afterthought and warns ignoring it early in a project can prove costly
Smart multifuction printers aid firms with their BIM workflow
Andrew Hall, Marketing Manager, OKI Systems UK explains how smart multifunction printers can help AEC firms accelerate digitisation across their operation
What impact could the Digital Economy Bill have on land and...
In the summer the Digital Economy Bill is set to pass. Fisher German outline what impact the legislation could have on landowners and telecoms industry
The Bonfield review – a vision for energy efficiency
BSRIA’s Tassos Kougionis outlines the progress made in creating more energy efficient buildings, including the recommendations made in the Bonfield review
What is the future of Approved Documents in an increasingly digital...
Sarah Chilcott, MD at Planning Portal, discusses how her organisation is evolving within a digital landscape to ensure Approved Documents remain accessible
Concept design to construction: why collaboration is key
Mike Shilton, Chair of the LI BIM Working Group highlights the BIM requirements as a project moves from concept design to the construction phase
Housebuilding agenda should not mean poor performing properties
Simon Storer, Chief Executive, BRUFMA explains why the government's housebuilding agenda should focus on the quality of new builds as well as the quantity
Fasteners and hinges are important for the sustainability and longevity of...
SFS intec Limited explains why fasteners and hinges are a crucial part of both the structure and the aesthetics of a building
Quality construction protects consumers and reduces the rate of failure
High quality construction is essential, but this is challenged by a lack of regulation. Clare M Thomas, Managing Director, Q Assure Build explains
Identifying protected species on site: Why it matters, what to look...
The law means any protected species on site must be dealt with appropriately. Stacey Cougill, Managing Director and Ecologist at Eight Associates explains
False fire alarms cost businesses one billion a year causing disruption...
BAFE explains why it is vital to have a fit-for-purpose detection system installed to prevent false fire alarms and how this reduces costs in the long term
Mick’s Mates captures a corner of the domestic market
Mick’s Mates discuss their expansion into the domestic market, and share the progress being made on its first major renovation project
Mick George Ltd focuses on...
Standards in construction to increase as the government approves two new...
The Federation of Master Builders has welcomed the approval of two new apprenticeship, which will improve standards in construction
BIM myths: six common misconceptions surrounding building information modelling
Andy Butterfield, Product Certification Director of Built Environment, BSI debunks six BIM myths and notes its importance in the construction industry
Bovis Homes rejects Redrow and Galliford Try takeover bids
Takeover talks with both Galliford Try and Redrow have been rejected by struggling housebuilder Bovis Homes, it has emerged
Housing associations are ‘front and centre’ in Housing White Paper
David Baybut, Head of Real Estate and Partner at law firm Stephensons outlines the key role housing associations have to play in tackling the shortage of homes
Managing asbestos: what are the legal duties clients must adhere to?
Chief Executive Steve Sadley explains the responsibilities clients have when managing asbestos and how ARCA's audit scheme provides reassurance
Council housing building programme in South Lanarkshire to double its targets...
An ambitious council housing building programme expects to complete 1,000 extra homes by 2022, benefiting South Lanarkshire residents
The Housing White Paper: not much stick and even less carrot
Mark Thackerey, Principal Consultant, Walsingham Planning outlines the good, the bad, and the ugly parts of the Housing White Paper