Why Modern Construction Projects Require Smarter Plumbing Planning

The post Why Modern Construction Projects Require Smarter Plumbing Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction endeavors are getting increasingly complex in nature. It is now expected from modern buildings to perform well in terms of energy efficiency, durability, occupant comfort levels, efficiency and comply with relevant regulations. While maintaining structural stability and integrity is of utmost importance, the success of today’s construction project cannot be determined based on what […]

Choosing the Right Fireproofing Pump for SFRM Application: A Contractor’s Guide

The post Choosing the Right Fireproofing Pump for SFRM Application: A Contractor’s Guide appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Spray-applied fire-resistive material, commonly known as SFRM, is one of the most demanding applications in the spray equipment world. The material is heavy, abrasive, and unforgiving of underpowered or mismatched gear. Choose the wrong pump for the job, and you’ll spend the project fighting plugged lines, inconsistent output, premature wear on consumables, and crews standing […]

Gas, Electric or Hydrogen? Choosing the Right Industrial Boiler for the UK’s Decarbonisation Push

The post Gas, Electric or Hydrogen? Choosing the Right Industrial Boiler for the UK’s Decarbonisation Push appeared first on UK Construction Blog. For UK manufacturers, food processors, hospitals and large commercial sites, the boiler house is often the single largest source of on-site carbon emissions. As the country moves toward its net-zero targets, the question facing facilities and engineering managers is no longer whether to decarbonise process heat, but how — and which fuel pathway makes commercial […]

Boleo Mini Excavator Review: Does It Actually Deliver Tier-One Performance?

The post Boleo Mini Excavator Review: Does It Actually Deliver Tier-One Performance? appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Purchasing heavy equipment requires a massive capital investment for small contractors. Landscaping firms and municipal crews frequently face a difficult decision between overpriced legacy brands and unreliable budget imports.Boleo claims to solve this exact problem with their dedicated lineup of compact mini excavators and skid steers. They advertise tier-one performance at a fraction of the […]

A million more construction workers needed, says Skills England

The UK construction industry needs to recruit a million more workers over the next 10 years if it is to meet its infrastructure commitments, according to a new report. The first-ever Annual Skills Report 2026 from Skills England predicts a sharp increase in labour demand… The post A million more construction workers needed, says Skills England appeared first on Construction News.

Arcadis - Market View Autumn 2022, Energy Sapping

Arcadis' report on the UK construction market with forecasts on material price inflation and Tender Price Indices

Modern methods of construction (MMC): An insurer’s perspective - Published by Lexology

In the first instalment of our MMC series, we looked at the insurability of MMC. To illustrate some of the challenges of insuring MMC, and the differences in perception between insurers and other stakeholders, we conducted a Q&A with Andy Kane, an underwriter representing QBE, a key insurer underwriting UK construction business.

Are more acquisitions / mergers likely in the UK Construction sector, after the news articles about Kier and Tilbury Douglas?