Entries by Charlotte Westwood

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Injecta Fire Barrier wins prestigious Injectaclad Contractors Award

Leading installer of regulatory-compliant passive fire barriers, Injecta Fire Barrier, have been honoured with a dedicated ‘Injectaclad Contractors Award’ in recognition of their successful implementation of the Injectaclad solution across the UK. The Injectaclad Contractors Award celebrates approved installers who demonstrate outstanding delivery, meticulous project management and a strong dedication to upholding the highest standards […]

May 22, 2025/0 Comments/by
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A UK first: Nuaire is the first UK ventilation manufacturer to use low carbon-emissions recycled & renewably produced steel

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire has announced that its Magnelis® steel based ventilations systems are now being made from XCarb® recycled and renewably produced steel.  Leading the way in sustainability, Nuaire is the first UK ventilation manufacturer to switch to this innovative steel, which will result in a 64% reduction in CO2 […]

May 22, 2025/0 Comments/by
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TORMAX Automatic Access Works Swimmingly

Spennymoor Leisure Centre, County Durham, has recently undergone a significant refurbishment. As part of that, TORMAX worked with NE&C Windows & Doors Ltd to automate two sets of single sliding doors. Visitors are welcomed through the first automatic door directly into the newly revamped swimming pool reception, before going through the second sliding door into […]

May 22, 2025/0 Comments/by
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves visits Premier Modular factory

Chancellor Rachel Reeves visited East Yorkshire based construction company Premier Modular today. Premier Modular in Driffield said the modular industry contributes significantly to the UK economy and can boost capacity in schools, hospitals, infrastructure and emergency housing across the UK. The Chancellor undertook a site tour, factory visit and an in-person briefing with Group CEO, David Harris, […]

January 30, 2025/0 Comments/by
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New research addresses negative perceptions around MMC

A new independent study is proposing steps to improve public perceptions of modern methods of construction (MMC) and increase its adoption in the public and private sectors. The research, carried out by Dr Ali Saad, lecturer in construction engineering and project management at Loughborough University, includes contributions from CIOB members Professor Chris Gorse, Professor Chris […]

December 23, 2024/0 Comments/by
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Eco Buildings Group receives order for 10,000 prefab homes

Eco Buildings Group, a UK-listed modular housing company whose factory is in Albania, says that it has received a letter of intent confirming a £190m order from the Dominican Republic for 10,000 houses. The order follows a visit by a Dominican Republic delegation, led by housing minister Carlos Bonilla Sanchez, to Eco Buildings’ manufacturing facility […]

November 19, 2024/0 Comments/by
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Module-T enters UK market

As the need for rapid and environmentally friendly construction grows, Module-T offers modular solutions that construct entire buildings off-site, ready for swift assembly at their destination. These structures serve a variety of purposes, including offices, educational facilities, and sanitation blocks. The company’s goal is to lead the UK market with tailored, high-quality modular solutions. Module-T […]

November 19, 2024/0 Comments/by
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€5m funding to Construct Innovate for housing research

Ireland’s Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage, in cooperation with the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment, has secured and awarded €5m to Construct Innovate’s research to support affordable, better quality, safer and more sustainable housing Construct Innovate is Ireland’s national research centre for construction technology and innovation. Construct Innovate is part of Enterprise […]

November 19, 2024/0 Comments/by
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Kilmarnock project earns modular housing specialist double award success

Connect Modular is celebrating after winning two accolades at the Chartered Institute of Housing’s Scotland Housing Awards 2024, for its recently completed affordable housing development in Shortlees, Kilmarnock. The 101-home project for Cunninghame Housing Association was honoured with the Excellence in Development for Affordable Housing Award as well as the Excellence in Housing Innovation Award. […]

November 14, 2024/0 Comments/by