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Is it time to ask for more efficient Air Handling Units?

Is it time to ask for more efficient Air Handling Units?

Andrew Bott, Technical Sales Manager, Nuaire questions if regulations go far enough to improve the energy performance of Air Handling Units
UK’s first timber frame BIM library created by Stewart Milne Timber Systems

UK’s first timber frame BIM library created by Stewart Milne Timber...

A new BIM library for offsite construction has been developed by Stewart Milne Timber Systems to aid clients, designers and construction professionals
Skills cards no longer a necessity for non-construction staff on site

Skills cards no longer a necessity for non-construction staff on site

Managers of the Construction Skills Certification Scheme have told site managers non-construction staff do not need official skills cards

Cladding used on Grenfell Tower may have been banned under UK...

Two ministers have suggested the cladding used to renovate Grenfell Tower could have been prohibited under building regulations in the UK
BIM standards and certification must be kept simple

BIM standards and certification must be kept simple

Global BIM standards are necessary but they should not be overcomplicated. Man and Machine explain why it is imperative to keep things concise
Digital skills gap

Training the next generation of BIM experts to avoid a digital...

Emma Segelov, Head of Marketing at MK Electric, explains the importance of training and investing in young people to avoid the digital skills gap
Infrastructure development projects should utilise BIM

Infrastructure development projects should utilise BIM

For infrastructure development projects to succeed, we need to focus on BIM says Bhushan Avsatthi Associate Director at Hi-Tech iSolutions LLP
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Mick George Donation Station for Tower Victims

Following the unfortunate events in North Kensington yesterday, an appeal led by Heart radio has seen Cambridge businesses unite in support, requesting donations of...
Information needed on BIM challenges

BIM challenges to be focus of Tata Steel online discussion

The BIM challenges of meeting BIM Level 2 will be the focus of a webinar discussion led by Tata Steel on Tuesday 27 June 2017 at 12.30pm
Sprinkler installation

A competency based qualification for fire sprinkler installation

Unique sprinkler installation course has record number of enrolments in 2017, says Ruth Oliver Skills & Qualifications Adviser to BAFSA
EU building safety regulations for cables

How can the industry maintain compliance amidst changing EU building law?

Koen ter Linde, vice president of Enterprise in Europe, CommScope, addresses safety with new EU building legislation looming and the need for compliance
smart cities

Smart cities are driver for innovative solutions to urban challenges

Leading Construction, Energy and Projects lawyer, Jeremy Williams analyses smart cities and explains why they are vital for economic growth
man and machine

Digital Transformation in Construction – The Productivity Puzzle

If you consider that the construction industry is being driven by megatrends, such as sustainable buildings and increases in population, it faces significant challenges....
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ARCA certification for Mick George Ltd

  Since the launch of its ‘Environmental’ division earlier this year, Mick George Ltd and its contracting provision for all-encompassing Asbestos services has gone from...
Offsite construction training requires change

How should the sector deliver offsite construction training?

In an interview with Ben Lever of the CITB, we examine how the organisation will provide offsite construction training based on recent research
asbestos exposure in soil

Asbestos exposure on brownfield sites: time to reduce the risk

More awareness needs to be raised about the hazards associated with asbestos exposure in soil on developed land says Neil Munro
BIM Level 2

Delivering projects to BIM Level 2 requires expertise and experience

Ben Malone, Director at BIM. Technologies tells PBC Today how the industry is embracing BIM Level 2, noting the challenges and the benefits of adoption
Building Better Homes faster

BSRIA to stage ‘Building Better Homes Faster’ event

BSRIA will be staging the ‘Building Better Homes Faster’ event on Friday 7th July, from 9:30 – 14:00 hrs in London
Brownfield development vs. Green belt

Brownfield development vs. green belt: what are the pros and cons?

Should building on green belt be so contentious or is brownfield development the key to constructing more homes? Place-Make’s David Edwards provides insight
mechanic apprentices

Mechanic apprentices receive recognition at CPA Stars of the Future Event

The CPA has recognised a number of mechanic apprentices during its annual event to identify the industry’s brightest talent
Smart Workplaces – Why Integrate IoT Into Office Buildings?

Smart workplaces – why integrate IoT into office buildings?

Hubert Da Costa, VP EMEA at Cradlepoint shares insight into the role of smart workplaces and its place in the commercial sector With more than...
Embracing technology to offer customers a better service

Mick George Ltd recognised for commitment to improve the image of...

Mick George Ltd explains why embracing technology is something construction firms should do and shares how its new website is benefiting customers
What do the results of the General Election mean for construction and housing?

What do the results of the General Election mean for construction...

The construction industry is facing yet another upheaval as the results of the General Election see the Conservatives scrabbling to create a coalition government
Ian Gurling: qualifications in fire detection

FIA qualifications in fire detection will strengthen the sector

Awarding Organisation Manager Ian Gurling tells PBC Today what the FIA's four new qualifications in fire detection entail and why they are necessary
Fall from height caused by a lack of health and safety measures

Fall from height caused by a lack of health and safety...

A firm has been fined for failing to enact correct health and safety protocols after a worker was injured following a fall from height
New towns and garden cities promised by Labour ahead of General Election

New towns and garden cities promised by Labour ahead of General...

Labour will increase housebuilding through a new generation of towns and garden cities if they win the General Election