Construction skills shortage holds back development
The construction skills shortage is having an impact on the ability of the industry to progress but growth is being seen
BIM Level 3 – fact or fantasy?
BIM Level 3 is a laudible aim, but how do we progress there from BIM Level 2? Man and Machine outline how this should happen
New waste Baler at Mick George’s recycling plant
Sorting waste the efficient way with the use of a new waste baler installation
With business very much on the up, leading independent Waste Management...
Investing in the BIM education of experts. Is it worth it?
Investing in the BIM education of experts is an obstacle that the construction industry needs to overcome to start using BIM properly, says Lars Fredenlund
Roofing guidance for spandrel panel construction published by TRA
The Trussed Rafter Association has issued new roofing guidance aimed at preventing poor spandrel panel construction by housebuilders
BIM Initiative of the Year awarded to new tool BIMHawk
New BIM software developed by the CIBSE and NG Bailey has won BIM Initiative of the Year at the Heating & Ventilation News Awards
The UK has the smallest homes in Europe, says new research
An investigation by Sellhousefast.uk has revealed Britain’s homes are the smallest in Europe, measuring less than the regulatory minimum in some cases
Fire detection and alarm qualifications revealed by FIA
Four new qualifications for the fire detection and alarm sector have been unveiled by the Fire Industry Association
Construction Plant Conference date and venue revealed
The Construction Plant-hire Association will host the 2017 Construction Plant Conference on 31 October, bringing together experts from the industry
BIM and a sustainability strategy: better value and places
Implementing BIM and a sustainability strategy has wider benefits resulting in an opportunity to connect buildings, spaces, places, people and communities argues Dr Susie Tomson, Sustainability Director at PCSG
The number of health and safety inspectors has fallen in the...
A freedom of information request has uncovered there has been a 25 per cent reduction in the numbers of Health and safety inspectors
BIM training for professionals – the BSI way
BIM training for professionals is essential to support organisations in their BIM journey. BSI’s new Head of Training, Laura Melvin, shares her thoughts
New report brings mental health in construction to centre stage
Mental illness in construction is becoming an increasingly prevalent problem. A new Mind Matters survey highlights some problem areas within the sector
Building emissions must be reduced to meet Paris Agreement
When it comes to improving building emissions and meeting the terms of the Paris Agreement, Europe must lead by example, say a coalition of businesses
Sustainable drainage policies must target flood risks
The government must implement sustainable drainage policies more comprehensively says the Environment Food, and Rural Affairs Committee
Using BIM on smaller scale projects is possible
Dan Rossiter of BRE explains the benefits of using BIM on smaller scale projects and provides tips based on his own experience of applying BIM to manage his home
New statistics on empty homes in the UK have been published
The Department for Communities and Local Government say there are over 200,000 empty homes in the UK totalling £43 Billion
Commons Select Committee highlights equality issues within the built environment
The Department for Communities and Local Government has been taken to task over equality of access to the public environment and accessible housing
The Corrosion Prevention Association launches new programme
A university engagement programme has been launched by the Corrosion Prevention Association to raise awareness of corrosion damage to buildings
Modern modular construction should be embraced as the future
Jason Ruddle of Elecosoft discusses why modern modular construction can deliver innovative designs while providing a turnkey solution for the sector
Driving innovation in construction product manufacturing
Chris Ashworth, of BIM4M2 and Competitive Advantage Consultancy explores research into the future of innovation in construction product manufacturing
Product manufacturers and BIM: the importance of standardised data
Alex Small, BIM and Digital Platforms Manager at Tata Steel outlines the challenges construction product manufacturers face on their route to BIM
Positive start to 2017 for small to medium construction companies
Small to medium construction companies experienced strong growth in the first quarter of 2017 according to the Federation of Master Builders
Why you should not be confused about utilising BIM Level 2
Utilising BIM Level 2 might seem like a minefield but there are many benefits, says John Eynon, Joint Chair of BIM Regions UK and BIM Regions South East
CITB announce programme to fund new wave of assessors
A shortage of training assessors will impact the ability of the next generation of construction workers to be qualified say the CITB
Incorporating security features in the design of hinges
A focus on Part Q of the Building Regulation has put security features at the forefront of construction. SFS intec share how their hinges help prevent crime