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Kier Highways Solutions to roll out new road emulsion sprayers: ‘Eden...
Just in time for the upcoming surface dressing season, Kier Highways Solutions will be deploying four new road emulsion sprayers.
How to reduce the risk of fuel theft on construction sites
Fuel theft advice for remote national infrastructure sites, construction industry and rural community after the removal of the entitlement to use red diesel from most sectors with effect from 1st April 2022.
First construction and engineering firm in Ireland invests in JCB 525-60E...
John Sisk & Son becomes the first construction and engineering firm in Ireland to invest in the JCB 525-60E electric telehandler.
How construction utilises renewable energy to create a net zero carbon-built...
Anthony Maguire, director of Longevity Power, explores how the construction industry is utilising renewable energy to achieve a net zero carbon-built environment.
Tackling embodied emissions with the right size construction equipment
Chris Rason, managing director at Aggreko, discusses the importance of opting for the right size construction equipment that does not exceed the needs of the site, in the industry’s charge for net zero.
Is battery powered equipment the future of the construction industry?
Briggs & Stratton outline the important roles of battery management systems (BMS) in health & safety and how rugged testing, as well as battery pack design, can help provide a dual layer of protection.
Speedy’s fleet expansion plan underway
Speedy has invested in 130 new electric lifts as it begins a multi-million-pound equipment expansion plan for 2021.
Construction worker seriously injured during lifting operation
Two construction companies have been fined after a worker was seriously injured when a part of an air conditioning plant fell on him while it was being lowered from a roof.
Laing O’Rourke renews carbon neutral contract with Commercial
Following the launch of its new global sustainability targets, Laing O’Rourke has renewed its contract with carbon-neutral stationery supplier, Commercial.
Tyne Wear Metro operator fined £1.5m after death of employee
The Tyne Wear Metro operator, Nexus, has been fined £1.5m after pleading guilty to an offence under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974., for failing to ensure the safety of staff.
New project aims to develop sustainable soils from construction waste
The new research brings together scientists, industry and educators to revolutionise how waste from construction projects is managed.
How insulated membranes can help eliminate thermal bridging
Architect Thomas Wiedmer, UK and Ireland technical director at pan-European insulation specialist Actis, explains why it’s a good idea to use a vapour control layer when embarking on a new build or refurb and what to look for when choosing a breather membrane.
Demand for used machinery: The upward trend continues
As many industries continue their journeys back from a challenging 2020, global demand for used equipment continues to increase. Many businesses remain wary of making big investments in new machinery, while supply chain issues have hit delivery levels for new equipment. All told, it makes the market for used heavy equipment a place of exciting opportunities for both buyers and sellers, explains Karl Werner, president international at Ritchie Bros.
Stafford company uses massive scale recycling on HS2
Deep Soil Mixing used a sustainable soil mixing solution to geotechnically improve the ground at an HS2 site near Coleshill in Warwickshire.
British Steel: One year on
Yesterday (9 March) marked the first anniversary of the new British Steel, with this brings a more sustainable future and opportunities for apprenticeships.
Social distancing helmets keep HS2 workers safe
Crawley-based OnSite Support Ltd has supplied social distancing equipment to HS2’s main construction works partners to keep workers safe.
HS2 construction site prepares to launch tunnel boring machine
Collins Earthworks has completed excavating the north portal site of Long Itchington Wood Tunnel, ready for the launch of the tunnel boring machine that will dig under the ancient woodland in Warwickshire.
Actis sales rise as roofing industry reports rising workload
Demand for Actis insulation has been at an all-time high during the first two months of 2021 with a massive rise in demand for products from roofing contractors.
Cheshire West and Chester Council to change highways service
Following a public consultation about the future of the Highway Services, the Council will be bringing most small-scale operations back in-house.
UK construction equipment sales continue steady growth
UK construction equipment sales increased by 1% in Q4 2020 compared with 2019, as sales in December were 15% ahead of December 2019 levels.
Actis cutting tool ‘makes life ten times easier’
David Ball, site manager at Barnstaple-based Anderson and Evans says the discovery of the Actis specialist cutting tool has been transformative.
Speedy partners with Siemens to lower hire costs
Speedy's digital service allows the company’s employees to manage on-hire equipment individually, while enabling them to off-hire products.
HSS Hire to cut 300 jobs and close 134 branches
Tool and equipment hirer HSS is set to close 134 branches leading to the loss of 300 jobs as the Covid-19 crisis poses ‘unprecedented challenges’.
Mace completes exterior delivery for National Satellite Test Facility
Mace has completed the exterior of The National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF), reaching a major build milestone in the process of becoming the UK’s first co-located set of space test facilities.
Van Elle launches plant operator training
Ground engineering company, Van Elle has revealed it will offer specialist plant operator training from its base in Kirby, Ashfield.
LEVC and Speedy team up to test new electric van
Tools and equipment hirer, Speedy is trialling converted electric van to introduce innovative, sustainable solutions that can reduce carbon emissions.