The Benefits of Using Acrylic SheetsAcrylic sheets can be used for a wide range of applications within a wide range of industries. From aviation and automotive to military and medical, acrylic is the preferred option for thousands of sectors across the globe. With an unparalleled level of quality and performance, read on to find out why you should choose acrylic sheets for your next…
The key differences between residential and commercial constructionResidential and commercial construction projects have numerous differences in tools, materials, purpose and functionality. The cost of commercial construction in comparison to residential is usually much higher and more likely to be publicly funded. While residential construction is often privately funded through capita…
Building a Safer Future Charter launches with first companies on way to becoming ‘Charter Champions’The Building a Safer Future (BSF) Charter has launched its ‘Charter Champion’ company initiative to help companies drive the systemic culture change required to put building safety first.
Through robust self-assessment, benchmarking and independent verification,…
New guidance to help manage transition back to the workplaceThe “How Business Owners Can Use Partitioning and Ironmongery to Help Manage Social Distancing� guide, jointly produced by the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) and FIS, which represents the Finishes and Interior Sector, has been updated following changes to UK conformity marking.
Developed to help thos…
Calls for housing and landmarks for UK’s derelict land – Romal Capital survey
59% say housing is an issue and undeveloped sites should be committed to modern, efficient housing communities and cultural landmarks.
London, UK | With Britain still in the grip of an on-going housing crisis, property developers Romal Capital sought the views of the British public on…
XYZ Reality and UCL win Innovate UK KTP Grant to help transform hospital constructionLondon-based construction technology start-up XYZ Reality and UCL, have been awarded a government grant, to develop XYZ Reality’s augmented reality solution into the construction of UK hospitals. The grant has been awarded by UKRI through an Innovate UK Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP).
Founded in…
6 Theft-Preventing Tips from Industry Experts that Facility Managers Need to KnowWith businesses reopening to the public and employees returning to the office, it’s paramount that facility managers know how to keep all premises safe and secure from any unlawful activity.
Theft and business crimes make up 20% of all crime in the UK1. This causes great distress to business owners and can…
Discover Street Scenes From The Past With The Decades Digital Tool
Taking a walk back to days gone by could not be easier thanks to a new digital tool developed by UK House Builder, Barratt Homes. The tool has been created to celebrate Barratt Homes building their 500,000 home and shows you just how things have changed since 1958 when Barratt first burst onto the scene.
The Decades project…
Aarsleff Ground Engineering AB execute the pile foundations for the Varberg to BorÃ¥s railway upgrade scheme in Sweden.Trafikverket, The Swedish Transport Administration, is upgrading and modernising the railway from Varberg to BorÃ¥s by replacing tracks, overhead line and signal-box and introducing remote control on selected stretches of line. This will reduce operational disruptions…
Architectural ironmongery expert lifts the latch on wider industry standards
The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) is helping to shape the competency frameworks for the wider construction products industry as part of the drive towards clearer and more robust fire safety standards.
Douglas Masterson, technical manager at the GAI, has been appointed as co-chair of Working Group 12,…