Construction National

Chemical expertise and customer service combine to deliver the goods

One of the familiar presences at this year’s London Build show will be Fosroc. Founded on long expertise in chemical engineering, Fosroc’s broad range of products includes waterproofing, sealants, concrete repair, grouts and anchors, and concrete admixtures.

The Fosroc brand has become synonymous with innovative engineered solutions in the construction sector, delivering world-class, chemical-based products and materials to new build and refurbishment projects worldwide. In the UK Fosroc operates across a broad cross-section of markets, supplying infrastructure projects, stadia, industrial sites and power plants – as well as high-rise construction and refurbishment projects.

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Elecosoft showcase digital solutions at Autumn construction shows

Elecosoft, a leading international provider of software and related services for the architectural, engineering and construction industries, will showcase its digital construction software portfolio at the Build Show and the Digital Construction Week Show this month. Elecosoft will appear on stand B3/637 at Build (18-20th October) at the NEC, Birmingham, and on stand M4 at Digital Construction (26-27th October) at the Business Design Centre, London.  Visitors to both of these events will be able to explore Elecosoft products such as Asta Powerproject®, Bidcon®, Staircon®, Matrix, Arcon Evo® and Framing, which are helping design and construction professionals in a range of disciplines work effectively as the sector moves steadily towards 4D and 5D BIM and a digital construction future. Elecosoft is also currently having a successful time at W16 at the NEC, Birmingham where it is showing Staircon® and Matrix.

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SureSet to hold inaugural Elite Approved Installer Awards

On Monday October 17 SureSet are holding their inaugural Elite Approved Installer Award Ceremony at the National Self Build and Renovating Centre (NSBRC) in Swindon.

Their network of Approved Installers support their highly skilled Installation Team with both residential and commercial resin bound paving projects across the UK.

Based on a set criteria – most importantly, customer feedback – they have been recognising one Company as their Elite Approved Installer of the Year for several years.

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At last! Specialist contractors' problems solved - by StreetwiseSubbie

StreetwiseSubbie are experts in solving Specialist Contractors problems, and they will be exhibiting on stand B4/118 at the Build Show taking place at the Birmingham NEC on 18 – 20 October 2016 as part of UK Construction Week.

Already delivering a range of expert consultancy services that solve the problems faced by Specialist Contractors in the construction industry, StreetwiseSubbie will be unveiling their new cost effective lead generation service. Backed by one of the biggest names in the business, it provides Specialist Contractors with high quality, qualified sales leads, tailored to their skills and specialisms and on a local, regional or national basis to suit their area of operation. 

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Get gutters ready for Autumn – Scoop out and then install Brushes

Your guttering helps protect your house, keeping rain and snow from causing water damage to your roof, rafters, exterior and interior walls. Climbing ladders in miserable weather to clear out blocked gutters is something no one enjoys. To help you get your gutters ready for Autumn now, Rainclear are offering a specially designed GutterScoop™ at just 99p with every order of Gutter Guard Brushes.

Why fit gutter brushes?

Once installed the Hedgehog™ Gutter Guard Brushes mean any falling leaves and debris get caught on its spikes leaving the rainwater to run clear and the debris to simply blow away when dry. Take action now so you can relax when Autumn arrives.

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NASC launches promotional film to broaden safe scaffolding message

The NASC has launched a promotional film – aiming to broaden the safe scaffolding message of the UK’s leading access and scaffolding trade body and to encourage small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) to become members of the confederation.

The three-minute film – which is available to view via the NASC’s social media channels and website – features interviews with three different sized member companies, at three separate locations and access and scaffolding jobs across the UK.

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Third annual CISRS Instructors Conference heralded a success

The third annual CISRS Instructors Conference took place last weekend, at the Birches conference centre, National Construction College East, Bircham Newton, Kings Lynn.

The event was heralded a success by CISRS scheme management and the 40+ delegates in attendance. The vast majority of delegates arrived on site on Friday for an evening meal and drinks prior to a busy day of discussion & presentations on Saturday. The event takes place at weekends in order to limit disruption to the training schedules of the instructors.

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Driving future generations - National Lorry Week returns

Following the unprecedented success of the inaugural National Lorry week, initiated by the Road Haulage Association in 2015, the 2016 campaign returns this week. Principally, the national awareness campaign is concerned with demonstrating to the public and politicians the vital role the freight industry plays within the economy.

Richard Burnett, RHA Chief Executive commented: ‘’Eighty five percent of everything we eat, wear, buy and use is moved at some point on the back of a UK lorry, without us, the economy would function in a completely different manner’’.

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Leaders in safety to gather and discuss powered access best practice

As an industry thought leader in powered access safety, Nationwide Platforms is delighted to host its Working at Height Best Practice Forum at The Belfry Hotel & Resort, Warwickshire, on 20th October 2016.

Now in its eighth year, the forum has established itself as the leading safety event within the powered access industry, with more than 250 guests attending last year’s event. Key decision makers from a number of sectors are able to share their experiences and thoughts with safety specialists to help advance the safe operation of powered access, shape best practice and improve standards.

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UCEM moves to new, fully sustainable premises in Reading

University College of Estate Management (UCEM) – leading provider of supported online learning for Built Environment professionals – has announced, that after more than four decades based on the Whiteknights Campus, it has moved to new premises in the centre of Reading.

After receiving ‘university college’ status last year, this move marks the next step in UCEM’s development – and further establishes its independence as the leading provider of online education for the Built Environment. The move has also provided UCEM with the opportunity to showcase its commitment to sustainable construction, by refurbishing its new premises – christened Horizons – to the highest levels of sustainability. The property has been assessed and certified as ‘Excellent’ on the prestigious BREEAM rating scale (the world’s leading sustainability assessment method); it’s one of the highest scores recorded in the UK, under the dedicated ‘Refurbishment and Fit Out Scheme 2014’, and currently the highest in the education sector.

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