A guide to managing an intumescent fire protection projectIntumescent fireproofing is often a crucial component of a passive fire protection strategy. While application methods can vary, it involves applying a protective coating to structural steel. In the event of a fire, intumescent coatings increase the length of time before the steel begins to lose its structural integrity.
It is estimated…
Builders Merchants to see growth of 2-3% annually
Builders’ merchants represent a key part of the UK construction industry and account for up to 85% of the UK’s built environment, by supplying a wide range of building materials. Builders’ merchants and their suppliers contribute over £40bn to the economy every year.
Builders’ merchants who are within the end…
Understanding Machinery and Liability Insurance
If your company’s equipment or machinery breaks down or goes missing, it will negatively affect the business’ finances. Machinery is a significant business investment, and it is important to protect it in any way possible. To protect your business from any eventualities, getting machinery and liability insurance is…
Why can’t construction attract talent?By Andrew Curtin, founder of Chronicmedia.
It’s Wednesday, December 1st 2021.
I’m on a call with a senior recruitment consultant. She works with a large engineering firm. And she’s upset. She, with the help of other team members, recently created a video to advertise a bunch of roles. It went live, and it began to get some good…
Electrical Accessories market returns with estimated 8% growth in 2021The UK electrical accessories market has returned to growth more quickly than expected after the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020, with an estimated 8% growth in 2021. Due to the effects of the pandemic across the industry, the UK electrical accessories market saw a sharp decline of around 13% in 2020, despite a recovery in H2…
Innovative climate control specialists Stewart Temperature Solutions move into air source heat pumps as carbon reduction urgency growsIn the wake of COP26, a forward-looking heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning business in Ayrshire is launching a drive to urgently supply domestic premises with carbon-reducing air source heat pumps (ASHPs).
Ayr-based Stewart Temperatur…
Baird Lumsden launches New Homes sales division for independent developers seeking sales and marketing expertiseIncreasing demand from independent residential home developers has led Baird Lumsden, the leading rural property specialist based in Bridge of Allan, to launch a Scotland-wide New Homes sales division to assist developers to market and sell newly built residential properties.
So…
LED Light Strip Ideas: 7 Amazing Things You Can Do with LED LightingSource
Thin, flexible, and colourful, LED light strips can illuminate and add life to any space.
With a simple flick of a switch, you can transform your home, office, or even the study table worth featuring in luxury magazines. Besides having a significant impact on aesthetics, LED light strips can also have profound…
Top 10 Builders and Contractors in Essex, UKBuilders and contractors are integral parts of every construction project. They ensure that all instructions are followed to the letter. Furthermore, they assess the requirements for each step of the process and determine how long it will take to complete them before starting work. Most importantly, they ensure that the project is on schedule or even…
Top 10 Construction Companies in UKThere are many options for construction companies, big or small. The UK has some of the best known and most respected construction companies. Here are some of the most reputable construction companies for your perusal.
1. TBFC Brickwork
Based in Peterborough, this company has built up a reputation for being one of the biggest national house builders in t…