Layher anniversary signals readiness and optimism for future

“A clear focus on working as closely as possible with every customer to achieve scaffolding, access and protection results that are both technically advanced...
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Keynote speakers confirmed for ScaffEx24

ScaffEx24, the scaffolding and access conference and expo, has announced two new keynote speakers for this year’s event. Tim Balcon, CEO of the Construction Industry...
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PERI employees mark 35 years serving the UK construction industry

FORMWORK and scaffolding solutions specialist PERI UK recently marked its 35th anniversary. Employees across all six offices enjoyed a celebratory lunch, which included a hog...

Acquisition strengthens Bilco’s access offering

HORIZONTAL access specialist Bilco UK has completed the acquisition of Profab Access, a manufacturer of vertical access panels, riser doors and steel doors with 75...
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Temporary access supplier names new MD

TEMPORARY access specialist TPA has appointed Guy Butterworth as MD, succeeding David Walkden who moves across to fellow Vp plc subsidiary MEP Hire. Guy was...

Lyndon SGB expresses pride at Operation Unicorn role

TEAMS from Lyndon SGB by Brandsafway in Scotland provided a large access platform outside the Scottish Parliament buildings at Holyrood for the BBC, Sky...

Latest innovation will offer ‘safety, speed and versatility’

LAYHER has revealed it is adding a new system to its range that will ‘simplify and enhance’ façade scaffold installation. The company’s AGS system features...

Back to the future on Glasgow cladding works

LYNDON SGB is providing a comprehensive access package on a project to remove and replace ACM cladding panels from residential apartment blocks at Glasgow...
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NASC confirms release of phase two of TG30

SCAFFOLDING and access trade body NASC has announced phase two of TG30 is now live and available for the industry to use. The move is said...
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CISRS updates industry guide

THE Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme has launched an updated version of its ‘general information’ guide. The revised version of the CAP 609 booklet gives...
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CISRS launches new era of training reform to meet sector demands

THE Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS) has embarked on a reform programme, designed to transform scaffolding training and expand apprenticeship opportunities. Following a governance...

Scaffolding specialist propelled to new heights

THE Lochside Hotel in New Cumnock was the venue for a construction event with a difference recently. Kilmarnock-based scaffolding specialist MJR Group invited guests to...
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PERI employees across the UK back local foodbanks initiative

EMPLOYEES at formwork and scaffolding provider PERI’s UK head office have been supporting their local community by donating essential items to the Rugby Foodbank. Over...
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Public Stairs are a huge step forward for PERI

PERI has officially launched its new PERI UP Public Stairs system in the UK, designed to provide a smart solution for secondary access during...

NASC and CISRS confirm new leadership arrangements

THE National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) and the Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS) have confirmed new leadership arrangements following the recent passing...

Deal struck to build North East scaffolding training centre

A deal has been struck to build the first scaffolding training centre in the North East of Scotland, providing much-needed facilities to the region. The Construction...

NASC hails success of training fund

NASC has revealed it is on target to have provided over £120,000 in 12 months to help scaffolding and access businesses train their staff. A...

GRS completes acquisition of SafetyDeck working platform solution

CONSTRUCTION materials group GRS has completed the acquisition of SafetyDeck Ltd, a working platform and fall prevention system used by housebuilders, for an undisclosed...

Showing who’s BoSS

BoSS has unveiled two new configured access solutions which the firm claims have been designed to make working at height and over obstacles easier...

Acquisition offers Access to resources

SPAN Access, the Fife-based company behind specialist access works on landmark projects such as the build of the Queensferry Crossing and BP Magnus, has...