Main points: Construction output grew by 2.9% in the month-on-month all work series in September 2020, driven by increases in both new work (2.7%) and repair and maintenance (3.4%); this is the fifth consecutive month of growth but the lowest rise in that time. The level of construction output in Continue Reading
Topographical Surveys – Everything You Need To Know
What Is A Topographical Survey? A topographical survey is a survey that accurately depicts the contours, elevations and boundaries of a development site, including both natural and manmade features such as the positioning of neighboring buildings, streams, trees and ponds. It is an essential component to any project, allowing architects, Continue Reading
3 Things to Keep in Mind About Selecting the Right Plywood for Concrete Formwork
Impressive structures like the San Diego library can achieve such greatness because of expert concrete formwork. This formwork isn’t possible without the use of structural plywood forming panels. Contractors must select plywood for concrete formwork from companies like Doka Formwork Plywood to see the same high-quality result. There are some Continue Reading
What Is OSB Board Used For
Most people understand what plywood is and often opt for it for renovation and DIY projects, but do they really know more about OSB. What defines this board, and what is OSB used for? Should you opt for the OSB rather than plywood, or are these two types of sheet Continue Reading
Kick Start a Career in Construction – Aggregate Industries Launches its Kickstart Programme 2020
Committed to supporting the government’s pledge to provide skills and training for young people, Aggregate Industries has launched its brand new Kickstart Programme 2020, having been approved as an official Kickstart Employer. Under its Plan for Jobs launched in July, the Government introduced its Kickstart Scheme in September 2020 – a £2bn initiative to Continue Reading
What Hazardous Waste should you be Wary of in the Construction Industry?
The presence of hazardous materials is something that can easily derail a construction project. This imposes a cost in terms of time and money, to be sure. But this cost can be limited with a little bit of advance planning, and insurance, and it’s nothing against the cost of failing Continue Reading
Areas we need Scaffolding
At the very centre of building work is usually some form of scaffolding. Unless this has been erected, how can tradesmen possibly expect to complete their work based high above the ground? It’s needless to say that many houses, events and landmarks owe a lot to the scaffolding trade as Continue Reading
The Best Ladders for Stairs
If you’ve ever had to complete a job around the house that requires you to use a ladder on your stairs, maybe removing some wallpaper or hanging up Christmas lights, it’s safe to say the thought of falling and hurting yourself may have crossed your mind at least once or Continue Reading
£636m Market Value – A 15% drop for Panelised Modular Building Systems
The panelised modular building systems market in the UK was worth £753m in 2019. It is worth noting that due to the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic, AMA Research are forecasting that contractors’ output is expected to be down by 20% in 2020. As a result of this downward turn, the panelised modular building systems market will also experience a decline Continue Reading
4 Access Platforms that Secure Construction Safety
Access platforms are important in ensuring the safety of construction and operational tasks at height. Lifts, access towers, and platforms are essential in ensuring optimum safety while working in elevated and high areas. You should have access to different kinds of access equipment to secure smooth and productive industrial work. Continue Reading