Optimising building management solutions for greater energy efficiencies
In recent times, we’ve witnessed increased focus on sustainability and energy efficiency as worthwhile goals for the built environment, but making buildings run more efficiently from an energy perspective stands out as one of the most pressing challenges, says Mark McGonigle of SPIE UK.
How public sector construction frameworks offer shelter from recession
Public sector construction frameworks could be vital in helping companies, especially SMEs, weather the impending economic storm.
Why the digital strategy is at risk without radical UK planning...
The UK planning system can no longer afford to overlook digital infrastructure and delivering more data centres must be a national priority, argues Sara Dutfield of Turley.
PAC report on UK Infrastructure Bank highlights need for national strategy
As the Public Accounts Committee inquiry report on the UK Infrastructure Bank is released, industry experts welcome the Bank's potential to deliver net zero public sector development.
Speed, accuracy, sustainability: The benefits of 3D laser scanning for mass...
The benefits of 3D laser scanning include providing precise, data-driven insights to turn mass timber construction’s moment into a movement, explains FARO Technologies.
Mace to deliver second phase of Manchester Airport Terminal 2 transformation
The second phase of the Terminal Transformation project at Manchester Airport will be delivered by Mace, expanding the capacity of Terminal 2.
Condensation in buildings: How to ensure good ventilation
In this article, warranty firm ABC+ Warranty explores the signs and causes of condensation in buildings, and how to ensure good ventilation with minimum condensation in properties.
How will the new Fire Safety (England) Regulations improve fire safety...
This week (23 January 2023), the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 came into force. In this article, PBC Today explores what the new laws mean for fire safety compliance in the UK.
G F Tomlinson appointed to Pagabo Medium Works Framework
G F Tomlinson has been appointed to deliver public sector projects throughout Yorkshire and the Midlands through Pagabo's Medium Works Framework.
Etruscan Square development scheme backed by Levelling Up fund submits planning...
Marrons has submitted a planning application for the Etruscan Square development, supported by Stoke-on-Trent City Council and £20m from the government's Levelling Up Fund.
Improving construction material efficiency by uncovering blind spots
Omar Abo Madyan, research associate at the Cambridge Centre for Smart Infrastructure & Construction, University of Cambridge, examines how to tackle carbon blind spots and data gaps that are holding back construction material efficiency.
Paperless filing system saves housing association over £22k per year
Mosscare St Vincent's Housing Group has reported that transferring one area of its operation to a digital paperless filing system has saved £22,500 per year.
SymTerra’s ‘From the Ground Up’ webinar goes live on the 3rd...
SymTerra's 'From the Ground Up' webinar will explore the challenges, opportunities and lessons from construction professionals who are making the change from expert to entrepreneur.
Can timber construction help the industry achieve net zero?
Timber construction can provide a sustainable alternative to energy-intensive materials to help architects, engineers and contractors cut the industry’s carbon emissions while tackling ever-increasing demands for buildings and infrastructure, says David Hopkins, CEO of Timber Development UK.
Housing market slows in latest HMRC Property Transactions data
The latest HMRC Property Transactions data examining the monthly property transactions statistics suggests that the market is slowing, although predictions about what follows varies.
How companies can benefit from API technology
API technology (Application Programming Interface) is a piece of software that allows two different systems to communicate with each other. Elecosoft explores how investing in an API can improve key operational technologies in your business.
Gloucestershire Royal Hospital development reduces carbon footprint by 1,400 tonnes
The Gloucestershire Royal Hospital development has added a variety of low-carbon energy solutions to reduce the trust’s carbon footprint by 1,400 tonnes a year.
Spot the robot dog comes to Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool John Moores University has become the first university in Europe to acquire Spot the robot dog and the 3D Laser Scanner in a £150k investment.
Doing better on damp and mould in UK housing
In November, a coroner said the tragic death of 2-year-old Awaab Ishak from prolonged exposure to harmful mould in his home should be a “defining moment” for the housing sector in increasing the understanding and awareness of damp and mould. Steve Hodgson, chief executive of the Property Care Association, makes the case for a more responsive, science-based approach.
Industry voices praise new Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022
As the new Fire Safety Regulations 2022 come into force in England, industry voices have praised how the legislation will motivate compliance.
Why closing the data gap is key to sustainable construction
When it comes to industries contributing to the impact of climate change, construction is one of the biggest culprits. In this article, Tom Noctor, Procore explores how closing the data gap can help to drive sustainability in the sector.
Eco-Fix Challenge invites young people to innovate retrofitting solutions with George...
Grimshaw, MACE and MOBIE, George Clarke's education charity are inviting young people to imagine new energy-efficiency solutions in the Eco-Fix Challenge.
Moreton Deakin keeps a weather eye on CaberShieldPlus
A burgeoning new building company, based in West Yorkshire, is making full and effective use of West Fraser’s CaberShieldPlus to protect its floor installations from the worst of the country’s notoriously variable weather conditions.
£1.2bn Lower Thames Crossing contract won by Balfour Beatty
The £1.2bn Lower Thames Crossing contract awarded to Balfour Beatty includes design and delivery of over 10 miles of new highways.
D Hatcher & Sons: A forward-thinking East Midlands construction company
D Hatcher & Sons is a family-run, forward-thinking East Midlands construction company in Lincolnshire that holds traditional values.
Inside Modular Podcast: How a focus on precision is defining modular...
In this episode of the Inside Modular Podcast, Julian Bowron, founder and chief technology officer at METALOQ, talks about how advancements in precision building are helping power the modular construction industry.