Trade body urges vigilance with Green Homes Grant home insulation projectsA national trade association is calling on property professionals involved in the Government’s new Green Homes Grant Scheme to be aware of the issues with damp and mould emerging from installation projects.
According to the Property Care Association, too many homes over the years have been blighted by poorly…
Environmental Impact Assessment Changes as the UK Leaves the European UnionIt’s been four years since UK citizens voted on the referendum to withdraw from the European Union, but it’s finally becoming a reality. The UK Parliament formally ratified the withdrawal agreement on Jan. 31, and after a transition period that ends on Dec. 31, the UK will officially leave the EU behind. As the process…
How the Construction Industry Is Resuming Amid COVID-19
It’s fair to say that 2020 has so far been a very turbulent year for everyone on the planet. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our way of living has changed dramatically, and lockdown restrictions have halted the economy. However, it’s not all doom and gloom. The construction industry was one of the first sectors to b…
Understanding the Basics of CPK Charts
Cpk is a process capability index, a statistical tool used to measure if a process can produce an output that is within the specification limits of the customer. That is, it is used to measure how capable a producer is in producing a product with a customer’s tolerance range. It is used to estimate how close a person is to a set target and also how…
Aggregate Industries recognised for commitment to Armed Forces with MoD award
Leading construction materials supplier Aggregate Industries has been given the prestigious Silver Employment Recognition Scheme (ERS) award by the Ministry of Defence.
The award acknowledges that Aggregate Industries treats members of the Armed Forces fairly as part of its recruitment policies. Aggregat…
New CPDs to address current specification issues faced by architectsArchitects and specifiers can now access two new CPDs on door hardware, covering specification post-COVID and fire door installation.
The new CPDs have been created by the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) for delivery online or in person to architects via GAI members across the country.
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How the UK Construction Sector Can Rebound From COVID-19As COVID-19 restrictions start to ease in the U.K., companies set their eyes on the task of rebuilding. While the economy as a whole suffered amid the outbreak, some industries, like construction, felt it more than others. In the wake of these changes, some wonder how the construction sector can rebound.
Typical construction projects…
How to Choose the Right Forklift Company in San Diego, CA.
An important factor to put into consideration when about to procure a forklift is the company to buy, lease or rent from. To a certain extent, you want to have an ongoing relationship with your equipment supplier so you need a company that not only understands what you need but also puts in the effort to give you the best. You want…
£5.4m Gosforth Regent Centre apartments set to complete ahead of scheduleWork on Kapex Construction largest contract win, the construction project is three months ahead of schedule and is due to complete in early 2021.
Eldon House at Gosforth’s Regent Centre is undergoing a £5.37million transformation to redevelop the former vacant office building into 66 luxury…
Types of Commercial and Industrial FencingSecurity fencing is understandably a very important consideration for any property, whether it’s a commercial or industrial one. This is why it’s a good idea to be aware of your options and understand the pros and cons of each fencing type. That way if you find yourself in charge of the decision-making process around fencing, you’…