Entries by Lyn

Digital Building Days

GEZE, a leading manufacturer of door and window control systems, is introducing Digital Building Days – three diverse days of expert discussions, products highlights, and exciting dialogue around the theme of liveable buildings. The online conference takes place from 17-19 May with the whole event in English on Thursday 19th May (in German on the […]

Challenging Times for Construction, but Housing Still Bouyant

Following the release of the latest UK Construction PMI today (6 May 2022), Brendan Sharkey, Head of Construction and Real Estate at MHA, believes the construction sector faces a challenging environment as rising costs cut into profit margins, although demand for new builds in the housing market continues unabated, despite the cost of living crisis: […]

FMB – Clear Guidance Needed on New Regulations

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has warned that builders are in need of ‘urgent clear guidance’ to help them understand changes to building regulations coming into force in England on 15 June. The changes seek to improve the energy efficiency of buildings. They are interim measures ahead of the Future Homes and Building Standards […]

Turmoil not ‘Profiteering’ the Cause of Cost Increases

The Construction Industry Collective Voice (CICV) has reassured clients that ongoing price rises for projects are caused by global events not “profiteering” and said any increases only reflect the spiralling costs that are affecting the whole construction industry. Clients have voiced concerns about the increasing costs of construction work, but the body insists this is […]

CPA WARNS BEWARE THE ‘HEADWINDS’

Construction activity buoyant, but strong headwinds coming, warns Construction Products Association In its latest quarterly forecast, the Construction Products Association (CPA) sees a dramatic slowing in growth, with uncertainty ahead as global issues start to affect the UK market. In previous years, the predicted 2.8% growth in construction output anticipated by the CPA team would […]

CALLS FOR STONEHENGE TUNNEL TO BE MADE LONGER

Supporters of a longer Stonehenge Tunnel are continuing to insist the alternative solution should be considered in new documents submitted to the Planning Inspectorate. This comes in response to transport secretary Grant Shapps’ request for further comments on the scheme from interested parties. In its submission to the Planning Inspectorate, the Council for British Archaeology […]

The Balance of Net Zero and Finance

BSI’s annual Net Zero Barometer Report shows that almost half (49%) of UK senior decision makers are prioritising growth in their organization while one in five (20%) are prioritizing the reduction of carbon emissions. While the proportion focused on carbon reduction represents a sizeable minority, many business leaders continue to find it hard to think […]

A SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVE FOR THE MERLIN RISE DEVELOPMENT

MARSHALLS BRICKS & MASONRY DELIVERS SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVE FOR THE MERLIN RISE DEVELOPMENT   Marshalls Bricks & Masonry’s Mayfair Vintage facing bricks have been used by housebuilder Backhouse on its Merlin Rise development to achieve a high-quality, reclaimed brick aesthetic that also aligns with the sustainability goals of the business. Designed by award-winning local architects Clifton […]

Smoke Extraction Solution

Fire safety remains a top priority for all involved in the construction industry, with many manufacturers offering many solutions. GEZE, a leading manufacturer of door and window control systems, offers one more, which they believe is a unique solution for smoke extraction systems in the market place.   The RWA K 600 retractable arm drive […]

How will the Ukrainian conflict affect construction?

On February 24th 2022, Russia attacked Ukraine, escalating the Russo-Ukrainian War, which began in 2014 with the Ukrainian Revolution of Dignity (Maidan). With more than 5.2 million Ukrainians fleeing the country and a fifth of the population displaced, the invasion has triggered Europe’s greatest refugee crisis since World War II. Buildingspecifier.com Editor Joe Bradbury investigates how […]