Single-source solution has a nice Ring to it
DOKA has told Project Scotland that its acquisition of scaffolding manufacturer AT-PAC will usher in ‘new standards’ for construction as Ringlock scaffolding system integration...
PERI celebrates award success for adaptable cladding system
PERI has expressed its delight after winning the Product of the Year category at the Scaffolding Excellence Awards for its PERI UP Cladding system.
The...
Full steam ahead
PALMERS Scaffolding UK Ltd has been playing a leading role in the refurbishment works at the historic Carlisle Railway Station in Cumbria.
The firm has...
People-centric focus helps TRAD UK stand out
TRAD UK’s Glasgow depot has started 2026 on a high after strengthening the team and securing a strong pipeline of work for the coming...
Revised kit testing standard welcomed by manufacturer
SPECIALIST safety manufacturer MSA Safety has welcomed the tightening of fall protection testing standards to better reflect real-life usage.
The global safety company, which acquired...
Next phase underway on rebuild of Glasgow’s Mackintosh Building
A protective white membrane wrap and temporary roof structure has been installed on the Glasgow School of Art's fire-damaged Mackintosh Building.
The move comes as...
Keeping designs simple on complex structures
Priscila Escobar, design manager from HAKI, explains why it is important to utilise simple systems to create the most complex of scaffold designs
IMPLEMENTING a...
Education secretary acknowledges industry skills challenges
THE National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) welcomed its members to the UK Parliament this week for a reception focused on making sure politicians...
Scaffolding industry is embracing technological revolution
By Sam Richardson, marketing manager, SMART Scaffolder
TECHNOLOGY is an ever-increasing factor in all our lives. Many of us check our phones and tablets before...
JR Scaffold secures delivery partner role for second phase of Warmworks initiative
JR Scaffold has been successful in securing its place as a delivery partner on the supply chain for the next phase of the Scottish...
Mitsui acquires Port of Nigg and fabrication and access firms from Global Energy Group
GLOBAL Energy Group (GEG) has reached an agreement of the sale of three of its group companies - including The Port of Nigg -...
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...
Turner’s case for the defence
GLASGOW-based Turner Access is continuing to expand with projects in the defence sector.
The scaffolding firm has divulged details of its recent involvement in the...
Consolidation: the benefits of integrated scaffolding and formwork solutions
Howard Ball, Product Manager – Scaffolding at PERI UK discusses the issue of integrated scaffolding and formwork solutions, and how these can be deployed...
Roofing contractor fined after fatal fall
AN Aberdeen-based roofing contractor has been fined after an employee fell to his death from a ladder while exiting scaffolding in the city.
Aberdeen Sheriff...
Stabilisation work complete on west gable of fire-ravaged Mackintosh Building
THE stabilisation of the Mackintosh Building west gable has been completed, The Glasgow School of Art has revealed.
The team from Reigart Construction, SGB and...
Lightweight characteristics aid Highland bridge work
LAYHER has revealed the ‘simplicity, versatility and lightweight characteristics’ of the firm’s scaffolding have been clearly demonstrated during a maintenance project on the A9...
Site manager app vows to drive efficiency
A “ground-breaking” app for scaffold inspection management has been launched, which developers claim will improve efficiency and provide safety benefits.
Lyndon Scaffolding said its Lyndon...
Metrix system measures up in Glasgow
TRAD UK has been working with Zeus Industrial Services on a major housing project on Dalmarnock Road in Glasgow, using the Plettac Metrix system...
Management buyout of City Access Scaffolding completed
CITY Access Scaffolding has announced the successful completion of a management buyout of the company.
Original co-founder, Mark Skinner, alongside fellow directors, Ryan Scott and...
