Layher Beams with pride over latest innovation
LAYHER says the construction of suspended and cantilevered scaffold structures can now be ‘significantly simplified’ with its latest innovation, now available throughout Scotland from...
NASC safety report reveals record low number of accidents
SCAFFOLDING and access trade body NASC has released its 2025 Safety Report, which highlights continued improvements in health and safety standards across the industry.
The annual...
PERI breaks ground on £15m redevelopment
CONSTRUCTION is underway on the redevelopment of PERI's site in Brentwood, Essex.
The scaffolding and formwork specialist is investing over £15 million in the project,...
Entries sought for Scaffolding Excellence Awards
THE National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has announced that entries are now open for the Scaffolding Excellence Awards.
In the new era of NASC’s...
SMART thinking helps scaffolding businesses streamline operations
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Jonathan Threadgold, SMART Scaffolder product owner and sales lead at CADS Ltd, discusses the evolution of the software solution and explains why scaffolding companies...
Civil engineering student honoured for research into design of Covid testing tents
HEPZI Rattray has been named the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Scotland’s Emerging Engineer 2022 after producing a paper on the viability of scaffold...
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...
JR Scaffold operations director shortlisted for NASC President’s Award
JR Scaffold operations director Kellyanne Conway has been shortlisted for the National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) President’s Awards.
Winners will be announced at a...
Bespoke scaffolding solutions assist iconic church renovation in Renfrewshire
JR Scaffold Services has supported a renovation project of the oldest church in the Diocese of Paisley, St Fillan’s Church in Houston.
The firm installed...
NASC report reveals continued improvements in safety standards
NATIONAL Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has released its 2024 Safety Report, which highlights continual improvement in safety standards by member firms.
Since 1975, the...
Birdcage scaffold build brings events flexibility
CHANGES were made last year to the seating at the London Stadium – home to West Ham United Football Club – designed to bring...
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...
Rolling roadshows Lay foundations for future growth
HEAVY rain failed to dampen the spirits at the recent Layher Open Morning event, held at the system scaffold specialist’s Livingston depot.
A great turnout...
JR Group gives back to local communities
PAISLEY-based scaffold and construction business, The JR Group, has announced it has contributed more than £75,000 to charities and local community groups as part...
Launch of global scaffolding and access trade body marks ‘turning point’ for industry
THE launch of a new global scaffolding and access trade body has been hailed as 'one of the most significant international developments' in the...
Doka recognised for sustainability progress
SCAFFOLDING and formwork innovator Doka has been awarded a silver rating by global sustainability assessor EcoVadis. This places Doka among the top 15% of...
Unsung hero helps keep Scottish scaffold firm grounded
AN award-winning operations director has encouraged women considering careers in the construction industry to grab any opportunities with both hands.
Kellyanne Conway has worked with...
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...
Aluminium system proves its worth at iconic bridge
LAYHER’S FlexBeam system has been utilised on a major maintenance scheme on the iconic Forth Road Bridge.
The project was to remove, repair, and re-fit...
Scottish projects add to SGB success story
ALMOST 100 years ago, Scaffolding Great Britain – known today as SGB - was founded by industry innovator Daniel Palmer-Jones.
He immediately launched the ‘universal...
