Construction National

Cool solution for cold store construction

One of the UK’s leading producers of quality savoury and sweet pastry products has completed a £7.3 million investment in a state-of-the-art packing and despatch facility which benefits from the in-built strength and insulation afforded by XPS (extruded polystyrene) from Sundolitt.

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Six warehouse safety tips from Linde Material Handling

You need to be vigilant when working in a warehouse, with potential hazards lurking behind every corner. Recent stats from the government’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) show that 142 people lost their lives in work-related accidents from 2014-15, and that’s before you take into account the commonplace and relatively smaller mishaps, like trips and falls - however mundane they may sound, they still have the potential to cause significant injury.

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Tackling waste management in construction

It’s no secret that construction is one of the most significant producers of waste of any industry. According to Wrap, the construction industry accounts for 60% of all materials used, creates 33% of waste and generates 45% of all CO2 emissions in the UK.

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Industry leaders unite to get to heart of UK infrastructure needs

A coalition of business, industry, academic and environment leaders have issued a nationwide call for evidence to inform an independent assessment of the UK’s future infrastructure needs and how they could be met. The project has the support of Lord Adonis, Chair of the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) and the findings will inform the work of the NIC.

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More and more roofers are raising the competence standard

Competent Roofer Ltd is the leading Competent Persons scheme for roof refurbishment in the UK.

Launched in 2010 with backing from the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG), Competent Roofer has enjoyed great success in raising the profile of the roofing sector over the past five years.

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High school keeps the faith with new integrated carpet

Allerton High School in Leeds has specified an exciting new integrated carpet from Heckmondwike FB for its multi-faith room.

The school required a bespoke design that featured the co-ordinates of a compass to denote the direction for prayer, integrating purple lettering within green carpet to reflect the colour of the school’s logo.

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New houseboat is ensured a watertight future thanks to Sika

Traditionally used for basement construction, a waterproof concrete system from Sika has been chosen for a highly technical and unusual application - the construction of a rectangular concrete hull for a luxury houseboat. The Sika waterproofing solution ensures the boat would not only be watertight and offer long term performance but also help create a floating foundation that would stand the test of time. 

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Gus Robinson Developments Ltd celebrates early contract wins in 2016

GUS Robinson Developments Ltd is celebrating its 40th birthday with some early contract wins for 2016.

Deals worth in excess of £13m have already been secured for 2016/17, and Managing Director Steve Bell says the firm is well positioned going into the final quarter of this current financial year.

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NASC set to attract smaller scaffolding firms in 2016

The NASC has made a bold move to attract small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) scaffolding firms to the confederation – by reducing the minimum subscription threshold, specifically:

• From 1st January 2016 a lower subscription tier has been created.
• Companies with annual turnover below £1 million will be charged an annual subscription of just £995 + VAT.
• Subscriptions for companies with a turnover between £1 million and £1,376,200 (the previous minimum annual turnover) will increase incrementally from £995 to £1,600 + VAT.

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Award winning property professional to get University honour

An award-winning property professional who became the first woman to hold a top construction industry role will receive a prestigious University honour next week.

Louise Brooke-Smith is set to be awarded an honorary doctorate from Birmingham City University recognising her achievements across the land, property and construction sectors.

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