‘Uniquely challenging’ scaffold project complete at Stirlingshire water treatment works
JR Scaffold has carried out what it described as a 'uniquely challenging' project at Touch Water Treatment Works near Cambusbarron in Stirlingshire.
The team installed...
PERI launches new scaffold cladding system
PERI has introduced its new scaffold cladding system to the UK, designed to suppress construction noise, protect workers from the elements, and reduce the...
Sunshine Enterprises buys Turner’s OCTO system scaffolding production and sales arm
SUNSHINE Enterprises has bought the production and sales arm of OCTO system scaffolding from Turner Access and is now trading OCTO in the UK via StepUp...
Accidents and injuries at “record low”
THE number of accidents and injuries recorded by NASC members fell to an all-time low in 2017, with 89 incidences occurring on-site throughout the...
NASC launches ‘groundbreaking’ solution to address talent shortages
NATIONAL Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has announced the launch of a 'groundbreaking' solution aimed at addressing the need for skilled young professionals in...
‘Strategic partnerships’ aid growth in Scotland
THE opportunities created by the use of scaffolding, access and protection equipment throughout the building and construction industry have, arguably, never been more extensive,...
Haki offers CISRS course discount
HAKI has revealed the business is offering a 15% discount on the CISRS BASE course. The five-day course teaches participants how to erect, alter...
JR Scaffold recognised for armed forces support
JR Scaffold has received a Gold Award from the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).
The accolade is awarded to organisations that demonstrate an...
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...
NASC makes major announcements at Scaffex24
Scaffex24 has been heralded as a 'turning point' for the UK's scaffolding industry.
The ICC in Belfast hosted the inaugural conference and exhibition for the...
Scaffolding passes exam on capital student scheme
HARD Rock Scaffolding has made extensive use of the Layher Allround Lightweight system to provide multi-level façade access for Graham Construction – main contractors...
Doka steps up emissions data transparency
SCAFFOLDING and formwork specialist Doka has announced plans to expand Product Carbon Footprints (PCFs) to more than 9,000 products.
The move forms part of the...
Scaffolding boss auctions extensive collection of sports memorabilia for charity
A scaffolding manager is set to auction his impressive collection of sporting memorabilia to raise money for two charities close to his heart.
John Horne,...
We need to celebrate scaffolding careers and drive recognition
CLIVE Dickin was appointed chief executive officer of the National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) earlier this year.
The experienced trade association professional, whose past...
System scaffolding proves a winner on bridge refurb
DENHOLM Industrial Services Ltd, working with TRAD UK, has utilised PLETTAC METRIX system scaffolding and ALTRIX alloy beam range to enable work on the...
NASC unveils ‘enhanced’ scaffold eGuide
THE National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) recently launched version 1.2 of the TG20:13 eGuide after analysing industry feedback last year on the previous...
Two new keynote speakers confirmed for ScaffEx24
TWO new keynote speakers have been announced for ScaffEx24: James Butcher, executive director of the National Federation of Builders (NFB), and David Abraham, founder of...
New course to raise scaffolding awareness
A new one-day scaffolding awareness course is set to launch at a range of training centres across the UK later this year.
The course, which...
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...
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...
