Industry benchmark event on BIM returns to ICE
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The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) BIM 2015 event opens its doors on 21 October, leading the conversation on BIM ahead of a crucial year for the UK construction industry and its public sector clients. From next year, all new publicly procured construction projects must be compatible with BIM Level 2.
Allianz Park has Olympic Track covered for events
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Allianz Park in North West London, home of the Saracens Rugby Club, has chosen carpet tiles from Heckmondwike FB to provide temporary cover for its 2012 Olympic training track, known as the ‘Olympic Bar’.
The 80m warm-up track used by Usain Bolt, Mo Farrah, Jessica Ennis-Hill and other top athletes at London 2012 was moved from Stratford’s Olympic stadium and installed at Allianz Park.
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Construction companies need to cash in on assets according to latest research
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Ultimate Finance, which provides funding to SMEs, is keen to raise awareness among construction companies that outstanding billing, be it ‘Uncertified Applications for Payment’ or invoices are one of their most valuable assets to help them avoid cash flow difficulties.
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Nationwide Platforms introduces ‘Intelligent Secondary Guarding'
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Nationwide Platforms has become the first access hire company to develop and introduce a secondary guarding system designed to prevent a trapping or crushing incident before a collision can occur.
SkySiren® PCS™ (Pre-Crush Sensing) represents a major step forward in powered access safety. It automatically stops a mobile elevating working platform (MEWP) boom before the operator comes into collision with an object that could lead to a trap or crush incident.
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Rainclear Systems’ aluminium range – can it replace cast iron guttering?
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Of course aluminium guttering will never completely replace cast iron. Cast iron is often obligatory on our oldest buildings - and with good reason, it offers an unmistakable appearance and has proven to last up to one hundred years with sensible maintenance. It is generally the more expensive system to purchase but still represents great lifetime value when you factor in longevity.
Geraint Jones, managing director of Rainclear Systems, the UK's leading stockist of metal guttering, is a huge fan of cast iron: "As well as its strength and efficiency, the wonderful thing about a modern cast iron system is that it's now available in a pre-painted factory applied finish. Ready to install, this removes all the hassle and concerns of onsite painting.
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