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Having a modern light in your house is a thing that can drastically improve the impression of your interior design. In turn, this will drastically improve the resale value of the place, as well as the quality of life of every single home’s inhabitant. Now, since lighting fixtures contribute to the power bill, it is also a matter of your home’s upkeep and maintenance. Moreover, it’s a factor that can make your household eco-friendlier. Regardless of the way you look at it, it’s something that can transform your household. Here are five ways you can make a modern lighting scheme for your home. LED lights There’s no talk about the present…

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Construction robots are semi, or fully autonomous robots designed to improve the speed and quality of construction work. The construction industry is one of the least automated industries that features manual-intensive labor as a primary source of productivity. However, with the advancement in technology, the construction industry is utilizing robots to excel at repetitive tasks in a controlled environment. Various robots have been used to ensure better productivity and quality. Demolition robots have been used to safely and precisely demolish any structure compared to the manual process. According to AllTheResearch, “Construction robot market was valued at USD 231.5 million in 2018 and is expected to reach USD 464.8 million by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 9.5% during the forecast period.â€� With the …

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6 Construction Strategies to Manage Progress and Improve Safety on SiteConstruction projects can be incredibly complex with many moving parts, which is why it is so important that project management is made a priority. There are many administrative and human risks in terms of public safety, legal and financial responsibility, so strategies need to be implemented which will help to manage progress…

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Is Your Home Secure? 5 Ways Smart Devices Can Add Extra ProtectionWith recent research predicting that there will be over 482 million smart homes in the market worldwide1 by 2025, home automation is certainly on the rise. This is due, at least in part, to the multitude of benefits that home automations can provide including increased convenience, energy conservation and security.

For most,…

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New handle portfolio launched to showcase aluminium window and door systemsA collection of handles has been curated to help specifiers easily identify hardware compatible with aluminium doors and windows.

Aluminium is known for being a versatile metal. Its flexibility, strength and corrosion resistance make it the ideal building material. It is also significantly more environmentally friendly…

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Vital Energi invests in a sustainable future with 20 new ‘green’ apprenticeshipsVital Energi today marked a milestone in its investment in the future of decarbonisation, with the announcement of plans to recruit 20 new apprentices in 2021.  The company is committed to developing the key industry skills needed to achieve net zero and create a sustainable workforce of t…

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UK SAFETY EXPERT ARCO SHARES GUIDANCE ON FLOOD RECOVERY AFTER RECENT STORMSWith heavy rainfall still predicted and water levels high following recent storms in many parts of the UK, safety expert Arco is sharing expert guidance on cleaning and sanitising after a flood. Recovery can be a lengthy and distressing experience for individuals and communities and Arco is supporting flood victims…

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Electric screwdrivers: the essential toolWith many tradespeople still able to get out there and work at the moment, it is essential to have the right kit. The handy screwdriver is a vital piece of any tool kit, used over and over likely on a daily basis. However, all that manual tightening of screws can be time-consuming and on occasion tough. That’s why electric screwdrivers are an…

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Your 2021 Guide to Joint Ventures in Property Development

If you’re struggling to establish a career in property development due to a lack of finances or limited connections and experience, a joint venture could provide the support you need to get up and running in 2021. 

What is a Joint Venture?

There are several types of joint venture (JV), but they all involve at least two…

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Making The Transition Into Construction Project ManagementIf you’ve worked in other industries as a project manager then you might assume that transitioning into construction project management is a simple step, after all project management skills are highly transferable. However, this is not always the case, whilst your core skills will stand you in good stead in any industry there will be new…

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