What is plant competence or competency training? First, let’s answer the simple part. What is a plant? This is basically a site where production or manufacturing takes place. This is usually characterized by buildings where workers are found operating different kinds of machines to produce or manufacture things. Now to Continue Reading
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How Retaining Walls Work In Commercial Construction Projects
Retaining walls for commercial properties are often constructed on a much larger scale since these types of projects are relatively bigger compared to simple landscaping walls. Having this in mind, you have to use proper retaining wall placement and construction methods. Largely constructed for their aesthetic beauty, these walls are Continue Reading
The Effects of Subsidence & How to Fix it
As a major, potentially serious problem, subsidence is something that every homeowner dreads. Whether you own a brand new, modern home or a traditional-style office building, subsidence can strike when you least expect it, and for a variety of reasons. From tree roots and hot weather to uneven ground and Continue Reading
What is modular construction and is it the future of the construction industry?
The construction industry is under repair, and it is changing drastically. With housing demands continuously growing, the construction industry is facing some huge hurdles. One of the biggest challenges is that the once-efficient building methods won’t create structures quickly enough. Construction methods require a much-needed upgrade, especially with the growing Continue Reading
5 Reasons Why You Should Regularly Conduct Roof Maintenance
A roof is the first line of defense for protecting your home against anything thrown at it, whether it’s rain, snow, or hail. Constant exposure to such conditions, along with the sun heat, air condition installation, and other repair works can cause your roof membrane to age eventually. As a Continue Reading
Marvels of architecture across the world
Technology has made it possible for us to design, create, and maintain structures that were not feasible in years gone by. With the additional support of artificial intelligence, architects can make informed choices regarding the building’s structure. Variables such as materials, use, and climate can all be factored in quickly Continue Reading
Architecture practice Maber has reorganised its top management to drive growth in London and the Midlands
Architecture practice Maber has reorganised its top management to drive growth in London and the Midlands. Managing Director Mark Hobson becomes CEO and will focus on the practice’s growing London office and portfolio of projects in the capital. Ian Harris, previously head of Maber’s Leicester office takes over as Managing 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
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