Construction gets a tech boostProductivity
and quality in construction get a boost as cloud-based software company, Procore
Technologies,
expands its presence in the UK and Ireland.
Procore,
established in California, celebrates its one-year anniversary at its London
base as it secures its newest customer, pioneering building system provider, Project
Etopia.
Project Etopia is one of a number…
Has construction heeded the need for more apprentices?There’s a well-known skills shortage within the UK
construction industry. The issue has been prevalent over the last few years,
with the apprenticeship scheme touted as a potential solution for sourcing
homegrown talent into the construction sector. But has the construction sector
made the most of the apprenticeship scheme in order t…
SD acquires H2O Sealants business in LeedsSealants and repairs group celebrates record third
quarter with new acquisition
SD Sealants, the UK’s leading
sealant and cosmetic repairs company is putting down roots in Yorkshire with
the acquisition of Leeds-based company H2O Sealants.
Over the coming months, the
business plans to expand its offering in the North of England and its…
Third phase of development work set to illuminate Royal Liver BuildingThe Royal Liver
Building, Liverpool’s most iconic landmark and one of the UK’s
most recognisable buildings, will for the first time in its 108 year history be
brought to life through light.
Following on from the recent
announcement that the grade 1 listed building will be welcoming 43,000 sq ft of new…
O.C.O Technology wins contract for managing APCr at new Ferrybridge Multifuel 2 power stationO.C.O Technology
contract award for Ferrybridge Multifuel 2
O.C.O Technology has been awarded a 10-year contract with
Ferrybridge Multifuel 2 (FM2) for the management of Air Pollution Control
residues (APCr) arising from the new power station.
O.C.O will process the residues using its Accelerated…
Winners of 2019 National Considerate Construction Scheme Company and Supplier Awards to be revealedThe highest-performing
construction companies and suppliers will be honoured at the upcoming Considerate
Constructors Scheme’s
National Awards.
The Awards, which recognise
Scheme-registered companies and suppliers that have excelled in their standards
of considerate construction,…
DIY Milestones: The Tasks You Should MasterYounger generations are often criticised for not knowing the most basic DIY skills, but it’s not just millennials losing their DIY touch – it’s the whole of the UK. Last year, there were nearly 3 million Google searches regarding the most common DIY tasks – and that’s from Britain alone.
That’s why Insulation…
The effect of Brexit on overseas workersDespite the fact
bookmakers such as Paddy Power will no doubt be offering rather tempting odds
on an apocalyptic-style meltdown following the outcome of Brexit, it seems
unlikely that even a crystal ball would even be able to provide an accurate
prediction. One accepted impact, however, is the significant hit the workforce
is going to take…
T…
Homebuilding 101: Step-By-Step Guide To Building Construction
Building
your own home can be one of the most rewarding and life-changing projects you
can do. However, planning and preparing every step of the construction process
can be an overwhelming responsibility. If you don’t plan ahead, everything may
seem very complicated and physically demanding.
To
make each stage of your hom…
A glimpse into marketing laws limiting product placement around the worldIn the current era of product placement, it
seems hard to imagine a life without being bombarded with intense marketing
techniques. You might agree that’s sometimes it’s hard to differentiate between
strategy and reality? For this reason, and in a bid to protect the general
public, various governments…