Timber construction is undergoing a remarkable transformation, evolving both in quantity and quality. Today, timber structures are reaching unprecedented heights, towering as authentic skyscrapers, surpassing 20 stories and nearly 100 meters in height. At the heart of these timber giants, you’ll find Rothoblaas screws, pioneering this evolution with innovative solutions that were once unimaginable. […]
M-AR Offsite has partnered with Biffa, the UK’s leading sustainable waste management company, to ensure all waste generated through its manufacturing and construction operations is reused or recycled. Through the partnership M-AR is refreshing its current waste management programme with the aim of diverting 100 per cent of its waste from landfill. The […]
Lindapter Hollo-Bolts are now independently Fire Rated for up to 120 minutes. As part of our continued commitment and investment in product development and testing Lindapter commissioned the Building Research Establishment (BRE) to independently fire test Lindapter Hollo-Bolts. Lindapter’s Hollo-Bolt Hexagonal Head is an expansion bolt that only requires access from one side of […]
With 15 years of experience in designing and manufacturing a comprehensive range of steel framing systems, Frameclad has grown in strength and stature. Founder Mark Munns has been on a mission to recruit the best of the best to the business. A mission that has been very successful – with three high-profile new signings […]
GEZE UK celebrates 160 years with bubbles, bunting and balloons GEZE, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of innovative and modern door, window and safety technology has been celebrating 160 years in business across all of its subsidiaries around the world throughout 2023. At GEZE UK we invited all colleagues across our 8 offices […]
Offsite Home: ZenniHomes Utah is facing a major challenge when it comes to the cost of housing. Homeownership is becoming increasingly unattainable for average workers, and rising rents are making it difficult to find affordable apartments. This issue has been a point of contention in recent mayoral debates in Salt Lake City, and it has […]
With just over a decade left on the clock, Paul Murrell, project director, nuclear & power at AtkinsRéalis discusses how a digital and data-centric approach will be fundamental in transitioning to a zero-carbon energy system. The biggest upgrade to the UK’s electricity generation and HV grid is currently underway, moving the country towards […]
The National Infrastructure Commission for Wales (NICW) has recommended ways to maximise renewable energy generation and help the country meet carbon targets. The NICW called for an “immediate review” into building regulations that would see all new housing developments fitted with solar panels and batteries to store excess energy. The extremely low cost of both […]
Leading engineered wood panel manufacturer MEDITE SMARTPLY has partnered with North Kent College to support the next generation of local carpenters and joiners. MEDITE SMARTPLY will be supporting some sixty students taking Level 1 and Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery courses: the potential apprentices and tradespeople of the future. MEDITE SMARTPLY is keen to help […]
photos by Apex Drone Photography It sits across the street from 10 Degrees, a 135-metre-tall building also designed by HTA Design that previously claimed the title of tallest modular housing scheme. HTA Design worked with developer Tide to complete the project and it was built from 1,725 volumetric modular units that were placed around […]