Entries by Lyn

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New Draka UC-Connect Structured Cabling Solution Guides for Quick & Simple Reference

Prysmian Group, the world’s largest cable manufacturer, has released three new interactive product guides online for its Draka UCConnect™ structured cabling system in the UK. These provide an overview and quick reference facility to its best-selling Category 6A, Category 6 and Category 5e solutions combining data cables and connectivity into end to end permanent link […]

Military estate construction opportunities

Arguments over the level of UK defence spending will inevitably feature in the General Election. But behind the debate, the signs are that a significant programme of investment in the country’s military estate is generating a good flow of new construction opportunities. Out of total defence spending by the Ministry of Defence of £38.1 billion, […]

Simpson strong-tie introduces their all-new catalogue of connectors for timber and masonry construction

Leading construction connector manufacturer Simpson Strong-Tie has released their all-new 2020 catalogue; a comprehensive product guide which showcases the company’s most recent innovations and product line extensions.   Alongside the UK’s largest collection of connectors for timber and masonry construction, sit numerous new products, including the GPC, Gable Panel Connector, a high movement timber frame […]

PTG: a Perfect Fit for Modular Businesses

When Performance Technology Group was formed at the beginning of 2018, it was envisioned as a means of bringing together a varied and industry-leading product portfolio, interdisciplinary expertise and nationwide fabrication and distribution capabilities into a single-point-of-access, customer-focused offering.   The emphasis was on offering economies of scale and reducing complexity for the customer. Why […]

Pushing the envelope on building envelope construction

From architects to specifiers, installer to contractors, every player in the build chain must do their part in creating thermally efficient buildings, and that starts with the building envelope’s construction, explains Andy Stolworthy, Director of Product and Market Development.   With environmental legislation for building design and construction being updated across the globe, a new […]

Simplifying airtightness in modular & offsite construction

The A. Proctor Group has, for over 50 years, been serving the construction industry with an extensive portfolio of technically advanced thermal insulation, specialist membranes and vapour control layers, providing an extensive range of superior high-performance products suitable for modular and off-site construction.   The basis of best practice in modular construction comes from an […]

The Complexity of Facades & the Risks Involved

In the last 10-15 years the building industry has gone through a multitude of changes which have impacted the role of facades and its growth in the construction industry.   Some of these influences are driven by: Advances in manufacturing and material technology Pressure to reduce project duration by using different construction methods Environmental concerns […]

Off-site Manufacturing – best way to accommodate student intake

Although provision of student accommodation, both in the private sector and university has increased over the last five years, demand for quality accommodation remains high.   When considering the provision of purpose built student accommodation timescales are frequently tight, with investors looking for a quick return on their investment. Premier Modular, is an off-site manufacturer […]

JCB & Sika lead the way as new exhibitors complement show regulars

According to show director, Steven Callaghan, every good B2B exhibition needs a blend of elements to ensure success – is this the secret as to why The Offsite Construction Show will open its doors at ExCeL, London, on the 20th and 21st of November, 2019, for the fifth consecutive year? Visitors to shows are increasingly […]

Engineered Framing & Modular Solutions For the Urban Built Environment

Our volumetric  and panel systems, constructed in light-gauge cold-formed steel, are designed for use on both residential and commercial projects including rooftop airspace developments.  Whether you are a contractor looking for a structural modular frame only or a property investor requiring a full turnkey service, we can tailor our services to your individual needs.   […]