Construction National

Big news for the future of Scottish solar investment

The Scottish Government have taken positive steps towards developing the future of Scottish solar investment under the Renewables Obligation (the main support mechanism for renewable electricity projects in the UK). Unlike England and Wales, the Scottish Government will retain the “Grandfathering” guarantee.

Read more: Big news for the future of Scottish solar investment

An ace idea - with the potential to solve the world's housing shortage

An innovative modular building system which has the potential to plug the massive shortfall in low-cost housing and schools, not just in Britain but across the world, is using expanded polystyrene (now known across Europe as airpop™) at the centre of its unique patented design. In its most recent project, the Acermetric building system has just slashed costs and build-time at a London primary school where a two-storey multi-purpose 466m2 “Centre of Excellence” was assembled in around 13 weeks on site by just four builders lifting panels by hand and installing the elements with a single tool!

Read more: An ace idea - with the potential to solve the world's housing shortage

AcoustiPanel™14; Combined Knauf acoustic floor deck solution

This new acoustic solution from Nu-Heat, produced in partnership with Knauf, comprises a pre-routed Knauf gypsum board bonded to acoustic fibreboard, into which Nu-Heat’s 14mm tube system is neatly installed. 

The tongue and groove panels offer high thermal conductivity allowing a quick transfer of heat into the room and create a stable, monolithic floor finish with minimal movement. 

Read more: AcoustiPanel™14; Combined Knauf acoustic floor deck solution

Carbon Zero Consulting wins prestigious Chelsea Barracks contract

Carbon Zero Consulting (www.carbonzeroco.com) is delighted to announce that they have been appointed to work on the prestigious redevelopment of one of London’s most iconic former military landmarks, Chelsea Barracks. Working alongside IFTech Ltd, a specialist in underground thermal energy storage systems, Carbon Zero Consulting are providing council on a number of significant regulatory compliance matters relating to the installation of one of the UK’s largest renewable heating and cooling systems.

Read more: Carbon Zero Consulting wins prestigious Chelsea Barracks contract

Newcomer Redsky Solar nominated for first award

Redsky Solar has been nominated for a Solar Power Portal Award, recognising ‘best of British Solar expertise’ for the company’s first large-scale solar rooftop project.

Redsky was launched last year by leading building envelope contractor Longworth to capitalise on the group’s roofing expertise and offer solar installation by roofing experts.

Read more: Newcomer Redsky Solar nominated for first award

BIM Strategy ‘model’ yet another international award

News may have come through very late on Friday night but was definitely worth waiting for!

BIM Strategy Ltd, based in Darlington, has won yet another award at the prestigious Build Earth Live International BIM Competition held last week. This is the 3rd award in this competition for BIM Strategy and its associate company, Niven Architects. 

Read more: BIM Strategy ‘model’ yet another international award

Construction companies are being urged to embrace the digital revolution

Construction companies are being urged to embrace the digital revolution and put themselves ahead of the game to win lucrative government contracts.

The advice comes from Shropshire businesswoman Anita Bickerdike who fears some companies within the industry may be reluctant to use new technologies in particular Business Information Modelling or BIM.

Read more: Construction companies are being urged to embrace the digital revolution

Jackloc crowned Leicestershire Small Business of the Year

Family-run company Jackloc, based in Claybrooke Parva, is celebrating its success after being crowned Leicestershire Small Business of the Year, at the prestigious East Midlands Chamber 2015 Business Awards.

Read more: Jackloc crowned Leicestershire Small Business of the Year

New system offers pioneering approach to construction skills management

Liverpool-based technology company, Human Recognition Systems (HRS), have developed a ground-breaking new system called MSkills, set to make the lives of construction workers safer. 

Read more: New system offers pioneering approach to construction skills management

NFRC celebrates impressive membership milestone

In September, the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) reached 1000 trade members for the first time. The roofing contractor company who helped us to reach this milestone, DPM Industrial Roofing (UK) Limited based in Stoke-on-Trent, has followed in the footsteps of other like-minded companies who sought to join a reputable and established trade association.

Read more: NFRC celebrates impressive membership milestone