A platform for paint: Mabey kit allows testing ahead of bridge task
PAINTING of the 1.7-mile-long Queensferry Crossing will commence later this year following a careful planning process.
Mabey Hire recently revealed details of its role in...
BDA knows the drill
A seminar exploring how technology is shaping the future of the geotechnical sector was recently held in Edinburgh.
The British Drilling Association’s (BDA) ‘Solutions for...
Raeburn awarded £1.8m contract for A83 ground investigation work
RAEBURN Drilling & Geotechnical has landed a £1.8 million contract to carry out preliminary ground investigations as part of the design work to identify...
Groundforce temporary works tool receives further upgrade
GROUNDFORCE Shorco has upgraded its YourSolution design tool for the fourth time since it was launched two years ago.
Sheet and frame designs up to...
Protecting Scotland’s rural landscape
AN initiative to remove electricity transmission lines currently impacting scenic landscapes across Scotland’s National Parks is underway, with Mabey Hire’s temporary bridging solutions playing...
The rise of safe digging
Richard Broome, MD at LSBUD, an online safe digging resource, discusses the continued improvement in safe digging habits within the construction industry and looks...
Principal contractor appointed to install 3km of water mains at Aberdeen Harbour project
NICOL of Skene has been appointed principal contractor by Doig and Smith on behalf of Aberdeen Harbour Board to install around 3km of new...
Early engagement key on fish feed project
VAN Elle’s Scottish division has carried out a major project on the Isle of Skye as part of the construction of a new fish...
Groundforce expands Scottish shoring team with new area sales manager
GROUNDFORCE has strengthened its Scottish shoring team with the appointment of Stuart Clazey as area sales manager.
Stuart, who will cover the west of Scotland,...
Hat-trick of jobs signals £2m boost
GROUND Developments Ltd has started work on a trio of new earthworks and soil stabilisation projects, securing £2 million worth of new business.
Each one...
Cream of the crop: new base gives NPC scope for Scottish expansion
NATIONAL Pile Croppers (NPC) is targeting growth in the Scottish market after opening a new depot in Airdrie.
The company specialises in hiring hydraulic pile...
Groundforce names new operations director for piling businesses
JAMES Burchell has been appointed operations director at Groundforce's Piletec and Mr Cropper piling businesses, and U Mole, the company’s trenchless technology company.
James, who...
Next level: Ayrshire drawdown project carefully planned to avoid pollution and habitat damage
REDUCING the levels of a reservoir – even a relatively small one – is not a task to be undertaken lightly. First, there’s the...
Naburn works get Groundforce treatment
GROUNDFORCE has supplied a range of specialist equipment, including MP80, Mega Brace, Maxi Brace and double-acting Mechshore braces to install a new large-diameter pipeline...
Morrison to deliver £6.2m flood alleviation works
MORRISON Construction has landed a £6.2 million contract to deliver works for the final phase of the Smithton and Culloden Flood Protection Scheme.
Part of...
Reinforced-soil contract success for Maccaferri Construction
What is thought to be the first Island of Ireland installation of a particular type of concrete panel-faced, reinforced soil retaining wall system is...
Progress made on £8m project to limit flood risk on Dumfries rail line
WORK is progressing on an £8 million project to reduce the risk of flooding and landslips on the rail line between Sanquhar and Dumfries.
The...
Retaining wall delivers platform for success
A precast platform retaining wall unit from FP McCann has assisted platform extension works at Edinburgh’s Waverely Station. The project involved the lengthening of...
Breaking new ground in excavation training
Chris Gearren, general manager (training), Groundforce, discusses the importance of companies in training staff in excavation work to minimise risk of serious injuries
THE vast...
Groundworks complete at new Inverness housing development
CAPSTONE Construction has completed groundworks at a new residential development in the Slackbuie area of Inverness.
The Slackbuie View development is being led by the...
