The construction industry is becoming increasingly aware of the importance of protecting workers’ lungs. In particular, mandatory precautions must be taken to protect against the health implications of quartz dust. With optrel swiss air, however, respiratory protection no longer has to mean discomfort! Goodbye to quartz dust exposure Quartz dust particles get into the lungs very easily. Once there, they lead to coughing, shortness of breath and bronchitis. In the long term, there is even a risk of pulmonary fibrosis and silicosis. One thing is for certain – your workers need to be protected! B ..read more

Rebar Cutting & Bending Tool Hire The main focus of APP Site Services business is the hire department for construction tools especially for rebar cutting and bending. The hire fleet has been built up over a long period of time and the tools are always fully serviced and inspected before every hire. New to the hire fleet – VB3616DA Rebar and Cutter Bender in one VB3616DA by Hikoki is a first tool worldwide that combines rebar cutting and bending for high efficiency on any construction site when dealing with 10mm / 13mm / 16mm rebar. For more information call us today 0n 01909 519 519 ..read more

Traditional strut channel products have always been popular as a quick and effective way of supporting M&E installations. But now there are many more options on the market than traditional 41×41 strut channel which can offer additional benefits. Some modern channel systems, like Walraven’s RapidRail®, offer faster, more efficient modular connections and constructions. So for Installers looking to harness the value of new and innovative products, take a look at Walraven RapidRail®. Walraven RapidRail® Walraven RapidRail® is a unique light rail fixing system that was developed as a lightweig ..read more

Along with people, equipment is one of the most important parts of any construction project – whether it’s an infrastructure, housing development, built environment, or groundworks site. Protecting your most valuable assets and ensuring the safety of the personnel who use them seems to be the sensible thing to do on every site, so why is it often the last thing to be considered when budgeting for a project? Conquip is highlighting the importance of site-safety and compliance, with the launch of its newly updated aftersales proposition for the construction equipment industry; Conquip Covered. C ..read more

Leading UK powered access provider Nationwide Platforms has announced the rollout of its game-changing safety technology, Harness ON, which is being fitted across the company’s entire fleet of boom lifts. In an unprecedented industry move, the company has also confirmed that Harness ON will not increase the rental price of their machines, meaning there is no extra cost for the customer. The IPAF Global Safety Report for 2023 emphasises the prevalence of falls from the machine platform as the primary cause of fatal accidents during MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platform) operation. Designed to pre ..read more

We spoke to Kier Group Assistant Design Manager Roisin Byrne about the levelling power of Degree Apprenticeships for women in construction. Women make up 53% of the UK Workforce and Construction accounts for 5-7%. But despite some progress, the Women in Construction campaign confirms women still represent just 13% of the Construction workforce, 16% of director roles and 1% of the onsite workforce. So what’s the breakthrough moment for a woman who wants to switch careers for a fulfilling role in our fascinating industry? For Kier Group’s Roisin Byrne, it was starting a Construction Site Managem ..read more

The UK’s leading event for innovation and technology in the built environment, Digital Construction Week (DCW), returns to ExCeL London on 5-6 June 2024. Explore the future of AECO, get inspired and connect with other industry innovators at Digital Construction Week (DCW). Learn about the latest trends in digital construction, from BIM and AI to robotics and sustainable solutions. Meet companies driving architecture and design, construction, engineering, and operation forward. Discover how to use new technology to improve your projects, teams, business, and the built environment. The free ..read more

Leading pub, bar and restaurant chain Mitchells & Butlers have named Milton Keynes-based building services experts Project 1 as their ‘Contractor of the Year’. Specialising in design, construction, refurbishment and ongoing property maintenance services, Project 1 are a long-standing partner of Mitchells & Butlers, contributing significantly to the success of various projects across their esteemed portfolio of brands. This year, Project 1 have been recognised as ‘Contractor of the Year’ for their exceptional performance and outstanding general works, marking their unwavering commitment ..read more

A £12 MILLION facility supporting army musicians at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) has completed, delivering a flagship environment for military performances. The new purpose-built space, which held its topping out ceremony last September, can now house all 54 musicians serving under British Army Band Sandhurst in an acoustically optimised space for rehearsals and performances. The new and refurbished buildings feature an instrument store, music library and rehearsal rooms, as well as offices, storage, changing rooms, and a crew room that will support performances such as passing ..read more

Leading Magherafelt-based contractor Henry Brothers has been appointed onto the University of Manchester Construction Framework for the first time. The company has won four contracts to deliver developments at the university over the past few years and this appointment onto the framework opens up a pipeline of future projects. The four-year framework is for schemes from £5m to £20m and Henry Brothers is one of five contractors that have been awarded a place on it. Ian Taylor, Managing Director at Henry Brothers Construction, said: “We are proud to have been appointed onto the University of Ma ..read more