Morgan Sindall and SSEN simulate high-stakes emergency rescue drill
SSEN Transmission and Morgan Sindall Infrastructure have successfully conducted a high-stakes emergency rescue drill on one of their construction sites near Sandwater.
The exercise, designed...
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...
Open door culture helps lift hoist specialist to new heights
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Bespoke system checks out at hotel project
BRAND Access Solutions’ delivery of a ‘highly complex’ scaffolding and temporary roofing solution at the Moxy Hotel in Bristol earned the firm a nomination...
Carbon footprints of formwork and scaffolding will become more visible
Robert Hauser, CEO of Doka GmbH, explains why the firm’s introduction of a product carbon footprint KPI marks a significant shift towards a more...
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...
The JR Group confirms plans to return ‘home’ to Govan with new £6 million...
THE JR Group has announced plans to invest £6 million in creating a new headquarters and warehouse complex on Helen Street, Govan.
The move marks...
‘Fit’ for the future
AN Edinburgh-based scaffolding firm has warned that the lack of young scaffolders with a working knowledge of the tube & fitting method could lead...
Scaffold business promotes two new directors
JR Scaffold Services has promoted two new directors in a move described as firming up its commitment to nurturing its own talent and recognising...
JR Scaffold MD raises over £35,000 for charity with sports auction
A charity sports auction held to mark JR Scaffold's 30th anniversary has raised more than £35,000.
John Horne, MD of JR Scaffold (part of The JR...
Paisley contractor steps up mental health focus
THE JR Group has announced it is prioritising staff wellbeing by encouraging conversations around mental health.
The Paisley-based firm recently held a presentation with staff...
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...
Government urged not to ditch working at height regulations
LEADING scaffolding trade bodies have urged the UK Government not to scrap or relax Working at Height Regulations.
The Revocation and Reform Bill which is...
Innovation and quality recognised at Scaffolding Excellence Awards 2024
WINNERS of the Scaffolding Excellence Awards 2024 have been announced at a ceremony in Belfast.
The awards marked the culmination of the Scaffex24 expo, organised...
Environmental focus to the fore for Layher
THE importance of safety, versatility and cost effectiveness relating to the use of scaffolding is not in dispute. Every installation – from building and...
New tool tipped to help prevent work at height accidents
A new reporting system has been tipped to help employers prevent work at height incidents.
SMART Scaffolder’s SMART Inspector mobile app features a defects...
JR Scaffold secures prestigious Ministry of Defence Silver Award
JR Scaffold has received the prestigious Silver Award from the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).
The Paisley-based scaffolding firm was one of only...
Special access solutions keep rail project on track
FOLLOWING months of design planning, Palmers Scaffolding has been providing special access solutions and scaffolding for HS2 enabling works at London’s Euston Station.
An archaeology...
New concrete sensor tipped to save time on construction sites
PERI UK has announced the launch of the first of four concrete sensors.
The SONO WZ is described as one of the first in the...
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...
