The fire safety competency challenge
The fire sector has responded to questions raised by Brandon Lewis, former Fire Minister, at a recent conference. Here, Graham Ellicott, CEO of the...
The case for insulating party cavity walls
Recognising that cavity walls are a source of heat loss, Nick Ralph from the Mineral Wool Insulation Manufacturers Association (MIMA) looks at the background...
The evolution of Party Walls
Masonry party walls have seen many changes over the years, driven by the need to improve acoustic performance, prevent thermal bypass and reduce the...
Thermal bridging: Confidence in accreditation
Addressing the thermal bypass and bridge dilemma can be difficult, especially when dealing with the bridging aspect. John Tebbit, Managing Director, Robust Details Ltd...
Schöck performance values independently verified by the OISD
As a leading specialist in the provision of advanced solutions for thermal energy structural insulation, Schöck demands extremely high product performance standards. The company...
Bridging the thermal gap
Understanding and mitigating for thermal bridging is an important aspect of an energy efficient building. Stuart Clark, Technical Manager at Energist UK addresses the...
Energy management in construction: a brighter future
Better energy management within the construction industry could provide vital cash savings and contribute to significantly reduced CO2 emissions explains Tom Johnston, Chief Operating...
The benefits of certification
Dave Hall, Technical Academy Manager at British Gypsum, explains how a combination of independent product certifications and high quality training can help specifiers achieve...
The energy Performance Gap conundrum
The latest report from the Zero Carbon Hub on the energy Performance Gap project, highlights some concerns in addition to specifying areas for further...
Designers – don’t be scared of BIM
Alex Wall, Managing Director of WCEC Group Ltd discusses the benefits of BIM for SME’s and provides advice for new adopters.
Within the world of...
Stepping up to level 2 BIM
Being level 2 BIM compliant will soon be a government project requirement. Mark Eggleton, Managing Director at EaglestoneUK Limited explains that it needn’t be...
BIM – defining better information management
BIM, despite being a small acronym, is a big word in construction.
While there has been a lot of hype around BIM over the last...
BIM Level 2: Legal considerations
Understanding the contractual framework for the implementation of BIM is an important first step to removing any ‘blockers’ to successful BIM construction projects. Andrew...
The Leica Geosystems BIM Field Trip
Building Information Modelling (BIM) is about transforming how buildings and infrastructure are designed, constructed and operated. It has the potential to add value across...
Empowering the world’s BIM community
The take up of BIM is growing, and with the help of a specialised online networking service dedicated to the construction industry, engagement should increase. Andera Al Saudi, Business Director for The BIM Hub sheds light on their vision.
BIM and SMEs: Opportunity is knocking
SMEs are key to the UK’s BIM journey, so their uptake is vital to ensure our BIM leadership. David Philp, Head of BIM at Mace and the UK BIM Task Group explains their importance.
BIM Level 2: Mapping the road to success
The UK construction industry is making a good start in embracing BIM. Peter Hansford, Government Chief Construction Adviser details the value of BIM for the UK.
Concrete action on sustainable development
Concrete’s role in delivering a sustainable built environment through industry initiatives and performance benefits is increasingly recognised and utilised by design teams, here The...
Evaluating the archaeology
Dr Gerry Wait, Director at Nexus Heritage considers what ‘evaluation’ means for archaeologists and planners alike
Following on from the field survey stage is typically...
4,000 homes will be developed on Tesco land
Tesco has announced plans to develop 4,000 new homes on surplus land bought to build new stores.
Supermarket giant Tesco will develop 4,000 new homes...
Preston Barracks redevelopment under way
Development Securities has exchanged contracts with Brighton and Hove City Council to purchase Preston Barracks, which will be redeveloped as part of plans to...
Construction growth expected to rise
Figures released by Glenigan suggest that the construction sector will see a 7.4 per cent growth in the number of projects started in 2014,...
The importance of insulating school buildings
Tony Millichap, Technical Manager at Kingspan Insulation Ltd discusses the significance of insulating school buildings in line with building regulations.
With pupil numbers on the...
Retrofitting for a sustainable future
Mark Weaver, Sector Marketing Director for Retrofit for Saint-Gobain in the UK, explains the importance of retrofitting to reduce the energy consumption of the...
Innovative housing plan to start construction
An innovative collaboration between Manchester City Council, Greater Manchester Pension Fund, and the Homes and Communities Agency is under way in the city to...
Is more training needed for asbestos workers?
Graham Warren, Manager at ACAD discusses the focus that is now placed on employers to ensure employees are competent to work with asbestos.
With the...