Please see Construction Updates April 2023 issue, Showcasing the most exciting Products, Services and Innovations in the Building and Design Industry.

According to the Climate Change Committee, 85% of residential buildings in the UK – equating to 23 million homes in total – are connected to the gas grid and have gas transported through them via a tubing network.

With so many households having these networks, and with the climate emergency ever worsening, using sustainable materials is of utmost importance.

A12+% growth in population over the past decade has meant Edinburgh City Council is undertaking a £multi-million Learning Estate Investment Programme. It includes building at least three new primary schools and a new senior school, all designed to contribute towards the Authority’s aim of being carbon neutral by 2030.

The prevention of punching shear failure with flat slab construction is a critical consideration and while traditional solutions such as links in the punching area work fairly effectively, they have disadvantages in that they are both time-consuming to install and have the risk of installation inaccuracy and positional stability during concreting.

New data reveals that half (47%) of construction workers in the UK feel lonely in the workplace.

The findings, conducted by NESCAFÉ as part of the ‘Make Chat Work’ campaign, are announced amidst recent concerns around wellbeing in the construction industry – with a report from the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Issues Affecting Men and Boys recommending more stringent mental health provisions should be written into construction contracts.

Appointed to deliver the roof steel package on Dublin’s new National Children’s Hospital, automation and collaboration was critical to Struccie Design Associates’ work – both facilitated by BIM and cloud-based tools.

RAK Ceramics PJSC (Ticker: RAKCEC: Abu Dhabi), one of the largest ceramics lifestyle solution provider in the world, pledged today support to the victims of the earthquake, that hit parts of Turkey and Syria, by joining hands with Abu Dhabi-based Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation.

Morgan Sindall Construction’s Yorkshire operation has shared details of its far-reaching investment in Wakefield following its move to the city just over three years ago.

The New DrainKing, duty/standby wastewater pumping system, incorporating Jung Pumpen pumps...

Ideal Heating – Commercial Products is pleased to announce it is once again exhibiting at Specifi Mechanical Services events throughout 2023, alongside hot water generation and heating company ACV UK, as part of their Experts Together campaign; both companies are part of Groupe Atlantic.

SIAMP UK has continued its growth and expansion with the recruitment of five new sales managers.

The world’s leading trade fair for architecture, material, and systems, BAU 2023 will be opening its doors from 17-22 April in Munich and GEZE, a specialist in door, window and safety technology will be exhibiting a range of innovative products, system solutions and services at the show.

Panel product manufacturer, West Fraser, has introduced a new ready-primed version of its industry-leading SterlingOSB Zero board which is ideal for use in a wide range of situations from site hoardings through to building exhibition stands and other installations where appearance is important.

Hot on the heels of achieving formal recognition as a registered Disability Confident Committed organisation, Clear Safety, is delighted to announce that it has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer.

Made from the long-lasting, innovative Sorona® performance fabric and CORDURA® for long-lasting comfort, functionality and sustainability.

It’s the innovative design and sustainable fabric technology in the newest Work Trousers for men and women from Snickers Workwear that really set them apart from other brands.

Merchants and Suppliers from across the building products sector are being urged to engage in meaningful conversations more frequently after a recent survey revealed potential disagreements over perceptions of service level quality.

Providing the ultimate guide for architects, ASSA ABLOY’s new Door Hardware Specification Manual is now available for customers to download here.

Peter Dumigan, managing director of the Hultafors Group UK, which owns Snickers Workwear, Hultafors Tools, Solid Gear and Toe Guard safety footwear writes:

Hard-working craftsmen and women put more pressure on their knees than many top athletes. That’s why the risk of knee injuries is far higher among trade professionals and manual workers than other occupations.