IronmongeryDirect has created an infographic of the 28 most useful construction apps for iOS and Android, to put job-revolutionising tech in the pockets of those who need it. Technology is revolutionising the planet, industry by industry, and the world of construction is the latest to reap the rewards. The Continue Reading
The effect of garden villages on UK housing
The construction of one million UK homes by 2020 seemed completely unachievable when it was set by the government. However, recently-released figures show that it can and has been done. A total of 217,350 new homes were built in the 2016/17 financial year, which puts the government on course to Continue Reading
Company Witnessed 5000%+ Increase In Northern Irish Home Insurance Sales MINUTES BEFORE Storm Ophelia
Company Witnessed 5000%+ Increase In Northern Irish Home Insurance Sales MINUTES BEFORE Storm Ophelia A company specialising in providing home insurance has revealed that it sold 5,284% more policies to Northern Irish customers (compared to the daily average between 16th August 2017 and 16th October 2017), just minutes before storm Continue Reading
Spotlight on…women in construction’ campaign launched in UK and Ireland to challenge perceptions
Considerate Constructors Scheme’s industry survey reveals more needs to be done to change perceptions and encourage more women into construction Whilst 79% of respondents said the construction industry has improved its approach in encouraging women into construction, 52% have witnessed or experienced sexism within the industry. The survey also reveals Continue Reading
Construction Firms Missing Out On Tens of Thousands of Pounds
Construction companies in the UK continue to miss out on tens of thousands of pounds of Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credits, according to the latest figures released by HMRC. The research shows that despite R&D Tax Credits aiming to drive innovation, construction firms’ R&D claims continue to fall behind Continue Reading
Artificial intelligence in construction
Artificial intelligence is improving the way we design and build, creating endless opportunities for us to discover. Artificial intelligence is where machines exhibit their own intelligence through using algorithms to solve problems using inputted data. By harnessing robotics, construction managers can utilise intelligent machines that can perform routine tasks that Continue Reading
Which listed buildings could be yours?
Which listed buildings could be yours? There are many beautiful listed buildings across the UK. There are a few on the market that could become yours if you can offer the right asking price! Lycetts, listed building insurance provider, have brought to us ten listed buildings which are on sale Continue Reading
LARGE STUDENT RESIDENTIAL PROJECT SCOOPS PRIZE
Redesigning the site of a former Leicester bus depot as a major new student living complex has earned maber architects and contractors Winvic the prize for Large Residential Scheme of the Year at the 2017 ProCon Awards. Lumis student accommodation at Southgates in the city’s Cathedral Quarter, close to Continue Reading
AVOIDING A VOID WITH GROUT
Applying grout to steel columns and the like sounds simple in theory, but in practise it is quite a specialist process. As with most things in life, lack of proper preparation will lead to poor results. Filling the gap that exists between a steel plate and substrate when used to Continue Reading
New project wins highlight pressing issues in construction sector
Construction consultancy MPG has been instructed on new projects highlighting two key issues for the sector. Responding to new heat network regulations, Regal Homes has hired MPG to carry out heat network notifications of their residential apartments property in Bedford Row, Holborn, London. Earlier this year, MPG warned that Continue Reading