Specialist makes a pig of it – Blockage problem resolved
ENGINEERS used a device more often employed for drainage pipes when builders feared a blocked gas main could delay completion of a new school.
A...
Shingle minded design – Diamond shapes from Sotech
A new-build office building has become a ‘jewel’ in the landscape with the installation of diamond-shaped shingles.
The building, the workplace for hundreds of people,...
Sanctuary firm hits the heights
Access firm AFI have won an award for its SanctuaryZone anti-entrapment device.
It was awarded the prize for contributing to safe working at height at...
Businesses are urged to leave a mark
With many companies unsure of their duties under the incoming Construction Products Regulation Giles Willson has some timely advice.
I hope when you read this...
Doing a double – Hemcrete Projects helps out
AN off-site panelised building system played a crucial role in helping two projects gain recognition at this year’s Greenbuild Awards.
The awards, presented by Patrick...
Boxing clever aids gymnastics hopes
A Dundee building that had fallen into disuse has been rescued in time to play an important part in preparations for Glasgow’s Commonwealth Games...
Safety first as NASC’s annual report shows improvement
NASC, the National Access and Scaffolding Confederation, has launched its latest Safety Report, documenting the statistics for scaffolding safety in 2012 for all 201...
We have Joist the thing!
ITW’s SpaceJoist range claims to be stronger than the competition – and has exceptional sound resistance.
Following the launch of the SpaceJoist SJ10 (254mm) web...
Creepy cladding – Vine decoration for London scheme
USING Trespa’s Meteon panels, a £2m affordable housing scheme in London includes latticed façades inspired by ivy vines.
Featuring shared ownership, social rent and large...
Three quarters of construction workers would welcome on-site drug testing
THE team at business insurance website www.constructaquote.com has investigated random drug testing on construction sites.
Their research follows a recent legal case won by a bus...
Builders turn to timber as brick shortage continues
A brick shortage across Britain is encouraging more housebuilders to use timber frame, according to Stewart Milne Timber Systems.
The shortage, brought on by a...
Warming up – Redland launches two new insulation products.
REDLAND is penetrating further into the roof with the launch of two insulation products.
Rapid Rafter Insulation and Rapid Loft Board are likely to find...
Could you keep the noise down please?
A standing seam system with Class A sound absorption was specified for the roofs of Glasgow’s Emirates Arena which will be one of the...
A draining operation – Scottish Coal Company
A licence has been granted for a <a href="http://www.scottishresources.com/" title="http://www.scottishresources.com/" target="_blank">Scottish Coal Company Ltd (SCCL) project to drain a Fife loch as the start...
Working flat out – Awards for Glasgow projects
TWO projects in Glasgow have landed top honours in this year’s Roofing Awards.
Organised by the National Federation of Roofing Contractors, the event in London...
New colour added to Redland slates range
Redland is introducing a new, darker grey colour to its Mini Stonewold product range.
The existing Slate Grey colour presents a mid-grey finish that comes...
Construction to grow but election may hinder prospects
CONSTRUCTION output is forecast to increase 5.3% in 2015 and 17.8% by 2018 according to the latest forecasts from the Construction Products Association.
However, growth is...
Space age roof is on the right track
Company leaves its stamp on landmark buildings
RIGISYSTEMS has left its mark on high-profile buildings involved with two very different forms of travel.
The company’s Ziplok...
Snow big deal – Saint-Gobain PAM UK
Saint-Gobain PAM UK has secured its second phase of orders for its Ensign soil and rainwater system for installation at the 96,000 sq. metre...
CISRS updates industry guide
THE Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme has launched an updated version of its ‘general information’ guide.
The revised version of the CAP 609 booklet gives...
