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Leeds College of Building plumbing department receives top exam results

A recent examination report for Level 2 and 3 ‘technical’ plumbing qualifications at Leeds College of Building reveals exceptional results for 2023.

Overall pass rates for the exam element of the City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing Studies at the College were 100% compared to a national average of 87%, with 40% of students achieving a Distinction grade.

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Construction tendering tech specialist launches in the UK and Ireland

EstimateOne, a market leader in digital commercial construction tendering, announces its launch in the UK and Ireland.

Established in 2009, EstimateOne is a pioneering digital solution specifically designed to combat the obstacles faced by estimators during the tendering process. Drawing from his expertise as an estimator, Co-founder Mike Ashcroft, alongside Andrew Ritchie, built a platform that has revolutionised the engagement of main contractors and subcontractors in the construction industry.

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Spider operator ‘jumps at chance' to go large with Hinowa

Work at height specialist Fletcher Access has placed an order for the new Hinowa Lightlift 40.18 - the biggest spider lift ever produced by Hinowa - as it renews its platform fleet.

The Worcester-based company has also taken delivery of a new Hinowa Lightlift 20.10 spider lift, putting it to good use on a maintenance project at a 19th Century Grade II listed Greek Revival country house.

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Durite show new camera technology and online equipment selection tool at RTX

Durite, a leading UK supplier of safety camera solutions for commercial vehicles, are showcasing their latest range of AHD (analogue high definition) vehicle safety products and a new, online equipment selection tool at this year’s Road Transport Expo in Stoneleigh.

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Your complete mobile welfare unit guide - Welfare facilities checklist

The Construction (Design & Management) Regulations (known as the CDM regulations) outline specific legislative requirements concerning welfare within the construction industry. It is a legal requirement for management to provide their staff with easily accessible welfare facilities on-site. Legalities aside, the happiness and comfort of the team are equally important to maintain a positive working environment. Garic has a comprehensive range of mobile welfare facilities available to hire to provide all amenities that are required on-site.

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Brett advises on UK's largest SuDS scheme

Brett Landscaping and Severn Trent Water have been working on the UK's largest sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) scheme.

The £76m project, to reduce flood risk in Mansfield, will create a surface water drainage system that can hold 58 million litres of water – roughly the equivalent of 23 Olympic-sized swimming pools.

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York Handmade plays pivotal role in prestigious Liverpool development

The award-winning York Handmade Brick Company has played a significant role in a new and prestigious Liverpool student housing development.

The Easingwold-based firm, one of the leading independent brick-makers in the country, has supplied specially manufactured bricks for the stunning Renshaw Hall development.

Altogether York Handmade provided bricks 200,000 bricks, worth £160,000, for the site, which is located on the edge of the Rodney Street Conservation Area in Liverpool city centre, close to two universities.

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RHS show garden dedicated to mental health seeks construction sponsors

A garden designed to explore mental health and wellbeing at this year’s RHS Flower Show Tatton Park is appealing for sponsors.

Garden designer Carolyn Hardern and landscaper Jon Jarvis are working with Leeds College of Building to raise awareness of mental health within the construction industry through a unique show garden. The design has been accepted for the RHS Flower Show Tatton Park from 19-23 July 2023 but requires additional sponsors to finalise the project.

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2023 Site checklist - Spring/Summer

With the upcoming arrival of spring/summer 2023, you may be contemplating how to cater to your workers' needs and ensure their well-being during the warmer months. Perhaps you are also considering exploring sustainable alternatives for on-site products as we approach the warmer seasons.

In this guide, you will find a list of products that can contribute to the well-being of your workers during hot weather conditions, as well as suggestions for some environmentally friendly facilities that definitely take advantage of the hot weather.

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Jacqueline is a big hit at the Real Deal 2023 Conference

Jacqueline O'Donovan proved to be a ‘big hit’ as she took part in the impressive line-up at Ireland's leading premier SME conference the Real Deal 2023 that took place recently at the prestigious venue Goffs in County Kildare, Ireland. Jacqueline took to the stage to share her entrepreneurial and commercial expertise alongside a line-up of high-quality business leaders who have achieved outstanding success in their respective fields.

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