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Nationwide Platforms opens new flagship depot in Scotland

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UK’s largest access rental company, Nationwide Platforms, invited more than 100 local customers to celebrate the official opening of its new flagship depot Bellshill, Scotland, today. Approximately three times the size of its previous depot, the new facility sets the benchmark for future depots and will provide enhanced customer service and support to a number of high-profile projects throughout Scotland.

Located on the Righead Industrial Estate just outside of Glasgow, the 29,000 square foot depot houses more than 450 access platforms including a range of operated and self-drive truck and van mounted platforms from its Specialist Vehicles division. Four dedicated delivery vehicles and mobile service engineer vehicles also operate from the depot to further support the area.

Early bird booking opens for Trees, People and the Built Environment 3

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Early bird booking has opened for an acclaimed urban trees research conference. Trees, People and the Built Environment 3 (TPBE3) will return to Birmingham University, 5-6 April 2017.

Mick George Ltd clean up at awards ceremony

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Following a rigorous selection process, the most influential ‘players’ in the waste management sector gathered in Grosvenor Square, London, yesterday for the eagerly awaited Chartered Institution of Waste Management (CIWM) ‘Sustainability and Resource Awards’, which is celebrating its 10-year anniversary.

Hosted by celebrity Alistair McGowan, the event welcomed 300 of the industries brightest stars from all over the UK, to celebrate and recognise innovation, achievement and best practice in the sustainable management of waste and resources. The long-standing and well-respected awards are judged by experts in the sector, with the winners setting the standards for others to replicate in the future.

Tina Benfield, Technical Manager at CIWM, said: “Not only the most entries ever, but the most impressive too. It’s a fantastic testament to the brilliant work going on right across the industry.”

Crossrail Project uses Cygnus wireless fire alarm system at seven stations

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Bull Products’ Cygnus wireless fire alarm system has been specified and installed so far on seven Crossrail projects in London and several miles of track. The installations include bespoke solutions such as emergency exit signal systems mostly operating underground.

Developed and designed specifically for use on construction sites, the Cygnus wireless fire alarm system is ideal for the Crossrail project as it has the most effective radio of any wireless fire alarm system.

The Concrete Society celebrates golden anniversary doing what it does best

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Over 150 delegates enjoyed the full-day Evolving Concrete® conference and exhibition in mid-October, featuring thought-provoking, inspiring and educational presentations embracing the themes of ‘Performance, Specification and Practice’.

Held at the splendid Royal Berkshire Conference Centre, Reading, Berkshire, The Concrete Society drew upon its position as a centre of independent technical excellence for the past 50 years and attracted an authoritative line-up of industry professionals presenting a range of technical content to delegates.

Midlands Asset Finance scoops prestigious industry award

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Independent financial services broker Midlands Asset Finance (MAF) is celebrating after scooping a top Metro Bank Amaze Award.

The firm, based off Junction 28 of the M1, was named Mid-Corporate Asset Finance Broker of the Year at the awards, which recognises and rewards excellence in the asset finance sector.

Yvonne Wiseman, Metro Bank Sales Director, said: “MAF has been instrumental in the development of our mid-corporate asset finance proposition.

Mick George Ltd ‘Reach for the Stars’ at former RAF Brampton site

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It was all smiles at the former RAF Brampton site this week, thanks to a special arrival, as Mick George Ltd became part of a very exclusive club.

Only last month, the very first Volvo EC480E High Reach was commissioned in Great Britain, and Mick George Ltd has been quick to add the impressive demolition machine to its ever-expanding portfolio of equipment.

NASC members St Helens Plant win 2016 Build Award

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NASC full non contracting (hire/sales) members St Helens Plant have won the construction and engineering category plus an ‘Excellence Award for Scaffolding Fabrication, Repair and Reconditioning’ in the recent Build Awards 2016.

This is the second accolade that St Helens Plant (known in the scaffolding sector for their fabrication, repair and reconditioning services) have won in 2016 – also netting a finalists placement in the Access and Scaffolding Specialist of the Year category in the Construction News 2016 Specialists Awards in February.

New green roof study shows plugs are best for healthy ecosystems

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Maggie Fennell, Head of Boningale GreenSky, reveals the findings of a first-of-its-kind PhD study that was recently conducted with University of Sheffield’s Animal and Plant Science Centre to identify the best way to ensure that beneficial micro-organisms thrive on green roofs.

How to introduce micro-organisms on to a green roof in a beneficial and cost-effective way has long been a problem for green roof specialists.

NASC 2017 Yearbook Launch: announcing a surge in membership

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The NASC’s widely respected NASC 2017 Yearbook has launched – including confirmation of the highest level of NASC membership, since formation in 1945.

The Yearbook is packed with almost 100 pages of the latest UK scaffolding news, updates on new and revised NASC guidance, CISRS training and Britain’s premier access and scaffolding projects, as well as details of the activities of the confederation in 2016.

CISRS tighten Scaffold Inspection Training Scheme (SITS) entry criteria

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CISRS has tightened up the entry criteria and course requirements for its popular basic Scaffold Inspection Training Scheme (SITS).

Effective immediately, there is now a pre-qualification requirement that the delegate/employer must ensure they can provide evidence of a minimum of two years relevant industry experience prior to attending the basic SITS course.

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