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CHAS Managing Directr Ian McKinnon The rollout of a new data-sharing agreement between the Common Assessment Standard providers means the benefits of qualifying for and specifying the scheme are greater than ever. CHAS, Managing Director Ian McKinnon explains more. What is the Common Assessment Standard? Since its launch in 2019, the Common Assessment Standard […]
Q&A: Alan Grant, Agility3 – leading digital transformation in construction Construction is one of the least-digitised industries in the UK, and this lack of digitalisation could be hampering construction companies in a very competitive marketplace. We speak with Alan Grant at Agility3, a leading solutions provider in the development of bespoke, high quality […]
Roofing and cladding fastening systems specialist EJOT UK has developed a new mechanical fastener solution to help installers save time and money when installing flat roofing with tapered insulation. The JBS-R/EcoTek combination brings together a high performing concrete screw (JBS-R 7.5) with a high-quality telescopic tubewasher (EcoTek) to provide a fixing solution that is adjustable […]
Improved levels of protection for electric vehicle (EV) charge points installed in warehouse and distribution centre car parks are provided by a new range of high-performance solutions from Brandsafe, the UK impact protection equipment specialist. There are currently in excess of 30,000 electric vehicle charge points across the UK in over 11,000 locations. Furthermore, […]
WAS THE LIGHT BULB THE DEATH OF MODERN CONSTRUCTION? The invention of the light bulb was one of the worst things to happen to the construction industry, says chartered engineer Lee Marshall, managing director of leading sustainable building services company Viridis. Here he explains why… THERE is no disputing the economic and social impact that […]
Why construction and civil engineering businesses are potentially missing out on an average of £70,000 in R&D tax credit savings Experts provide insight for how companies in the construction sector can utilise R&D tax credits and be rewarded for their innovation Are civil engineering businesses in the UK missing out on R&D tax credits? With […]
Brenig Construction Ltd; Pictured are Mark Parry and Howard Vaughan Managing Directors of Brenig. Picture Mandy Jones A fast-growing North Wales builder has announced an order book bulging with £60 million of work including plans for 300 new homes in the next four years. Mochdre-based Brenig Construction have doubled their turnover in the last 12 […]
Installing external insulation could radically cut carbon from the UK’s housing stock. Credit: Energiesprong With UK Green Homes Grant scrapped, a training revolution is needed Climate solutions charity Ashden is calling for a revolution in green skills training in response to the UK government’s announcement today that it has scrapped its flagship green homes […]
Parliament restoration programme launches nationwide invitation for specialist surveyors to help develop most detailed record of the Palace of Westminster ever created · Intrusive surveys on Victorian building services, archaeology, stonework and more · Restoration programme will support thousands of jobs and apprenticeships across UK, including through apprentice loan scheme to support small and medium businesses Specialists from across the UK are being invited to play a part […]
Children use construction sites and derelict properties as playgrounds: Families call for increase in site security A call has gone out to urge property owners of construction sites or abandoned properties to ensure children cannot access them over the Easter holidays, after families in Stoke-on-Trent fear a child might be injured if a former school […]
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