MEWP rental market stagnates in 2025 IPAF report finds

The UK mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) rental market stagnated in 2025 due to a reduced fleet size, according to a report from the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF). The… The post MEWP rental market stagnates in 2025 IPAF report finds appeared first on Construction Management.

Powered access fatalities drop by a quarter globally in 2025

Fatal accidents involving powered access dropped by nearly a quarter globally, according to a report issued by the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF). The post Powered access fatalities drop by a quarter globally in 2025 appeared first on Construction Management.

IPAF exhibits and promotes safety campaign at leading trade show

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) was one of hundreds of exhibitors at the Vertikal Days trade show, which took place in September. The post IPAF exhibits and promotes safety campaign at leading trade show appeared first on Construction Management.

Volvo compact loaders get a redesign

Volvo's L30 and L35 compact wheel loaders have received a frame redesign, with a new rear end suitable for fitting equipment, improved service access and a redesigned cab entrance.

The $150-Billion US Power Boom Has a Reality Problem

New analysis distinguishes the vast U.S. generation backlog from proposals that are positioned to move forward and are screened for grid access, equipment reservations, financing and other commitments.

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.

How can BIM Outsourcing Services provide access to specialized expertise without expanding an internal BIM team?

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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.