SCF launches sixth-generation framework for England

Southern Construction Framework (SCF) has launched the procurement process for its sixth-generation framework, opening access to public sector clients across England for the first time. Hampshire County Council has invited applications from contractors for the four-year framework, which will run from 4 May 2027 to… The post SCF launches sixth-generation framework for England appeared first on Construction News.

Why Construction Companies Need Customs Brokers for Imported Materials

The post Why Construction Companies Need Customs Brokers for Imported Materials appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Global sourcing has become a common strategy for construction companies seeking specialized materials, competitive pricing, and access to products that may not be available locally. However, importing steel, glass, machinery components, fixtures, and engineered building products involves far more than arranging transportation. Every shipment must comply with customs regulations, documentation requirements, tariff classifications, and import […]

Amey picked for TfL framework

Amey has been appointed to Transport for London's £700m Infrastructure Improvement Framework, where its will work alongside Costain and Dragados on station upgrades, tram infrastructure, and access improvements.

TORMAX door drives: designed to welcome

Set in an historic estate near Chichester, West Dean is a renowned horticultural destination. Providing a welcoming gateway to the estate, a new reception and retail facility combines contemporary architecture with practical functionality. TORMAX UK partnered with Precision Glass Ltd, automating two sets of 2.5m-high glazed bi-parting sliding doors to deliver seamless and inclusive access […] The post TORMAX door drives: designed to welcome appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

Construction surges ahead despite cost, power concerns

Municipal pushback and access to energy pose risks to future data center development, said Ermengarde Jabir, director of commercial real estate research at Moody’s.

HKA - CRUX Insight 4th Annual Report - Operating in uncertain times, A regional analysis of claims and dispute causation, Oct 2021

HKA's CRUX Insight Report 2021 identifies and analyses the principal causes of claims and disputes. It offers actionable insight and suggestions to help owners, contractors and the supply chain navigate the risks and minimise or avoid the problems highlighted The findings from this – the fourth annual CRUX Insight report – are based upon investigations of more than 1,400 projects in 94 countries. Combined, they represent a total capital expenditure of over US$2 trillion

Association for Project Management - NEC Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) - compensation events, 29092021

NEC has clear mechanism for risk allocation for specific events. Is it a compensation event, or not? And it has a clear, detailed and flexible process for managing and agreeing the assessment of those compensation events. Effective management of the process is key to dispute avoidance under NEC. This webinar was held on 29 September 2021. Hear about the importance of the F word - forecast. Change control is critical to the finances of any supplier - so you need to know how to use the process.

Design & Architecture: Whitechapel Elizabeth line station

Whitechapel station has been designed to fit seamlessly into the surrounding urban environment. The new station concourse is built on a bridge over the existing Hammersmith & City and District lines and London Overground. From this new concourse escalators and a lift connects passengers with the Elizabeth line 30 metres below.

Crossrail Stations: Liverpool Street construction update, March 2016

Join Site Managers Luke Mason and Chris Sharples on a behind the scenes tour of Crossrail's Liverpool Street station to see the progress made so far. Liverpool Street station is undergoing major redevelopment to increase capacity, improve accessibility and upgrade interchanges as part of the building of Crossrail. The new station and Crossrail’s services will help ease overcrowding and support economic growth in the area.

Crossrail Time-lapse: Construction of Moorgate access shaft

Construction of the Moorgate shaft at the new Crossrail Liverpool Street station is complete. The shaft will provide ventilation and emergency access to the new ticket hall. The three year project was concluded when BAM Nuttall/Kier Joint Venture successfully poured the base slab to the 44m deep shaft.

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BFT Mastclimbing Ltd

BFT Mastclimbing is the UK leader in provision of Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWPs) to the construction industry. MCWPs are a highly deployable alternative to scaffolding which can be used on both construction and maintenance projects. Rapid growth in the last few years has seen BFT’s fleet increase to over 1,650 machines with different sizes to fit all different applications including brickwork, cladding, glazing and all aspects of envelope maintenance. From low-level flat refurbishments to complex high-rise developments we use our technology, experience and unfaltering dedication to safety to save you both time and money. Research suggests these savings could be as much as 61% for buildings 12 floors and higher and up to 80% savings for 25+ floors.

BFT Mastclimbing Ltd

BFT Mastclimbing is the UK leader in provision of Mastclimbing Work Platforms (MCWPs) to the construction industry. MCWPs are a highly deployable alternative to scaffolding which can be used on both construction and maintenance projects. Rapid growth in the last few years has seen BFT’s fleet increase to over 1,650 machines with different sizes to fit all different applications including brickwork, cladding, glazing and all aspects of envelope maintenance. From low-level flat refurbishments to complex high-rise developments we use our technology, experience and unfaltering dedication to safety to save you both time and money. Research suggests these savings could be as much as 61% for buildings 12 floors and higher and up to 80% savings for 25+ floors.