Tuesday, November 30, 2010
ISG appointed to the North West Construction public sector framework
ISG has secured a place on the four year North West public sector framework, delivering council projects valued between 500K and 10 million. The contractor has now been awarded its first contract under the framework deal and is currently working to deliver a scheme for Cheshire East Borough Council, refurbishing and upgrading office accommodation at Macclesfield Town Hall.ISGs appointment to the North West Construction Hub Medium
Hydrophobic Impregnation prevents water ingress into concrete structures
Damage to concrete always involves water. Water acts as a vehicle for transporting aggressive substances, such as chloride ions which are present in the water as it is drawn into the concrete by capillary action. Water also serves as a reaction medium and a reagent in destructive chemical processes, foremost among these being the corrosion of the reinforcing steel. Corrosion leads to the deterioration of overlying concrete, and
EMerge Alliance Debuts 26 DC Friendly Products for Commercial Buildings
While Thomas Edison was busily building DC generators across the country, George Westinghouse was championing AC current. Since DC current could only travel about a mile before degrading, AC eventually became the standard because it went hundreds of miles before loosing voltage.
Today’s power grid is AC and when we build buildings we use AC appliances and fixtures. That has been fine for an electrical distribution system that relies on centralized power production, but with the
Monday, November 29, 2010
Construction News Headlines for November 29, 2010
New Chinese Caterpillar Engine Plant No Threat to U.S. Jobs
Caterpillar says the $300-million Tianjin, China, facility it is building to make 3500 Series diesels for the Asia-Pacific market is not expected to affect employment at the company’s Lafayette, Ind., large-engine plant. Once operational in 2013, the Tianjin facility will be Cat’s third source for 3500 Series engines. It is Cat’s largest engine- facility investment in China to date. (More at ForConstructionPros.com . .
ADAS helps Leach Homes and BAE Systems deal with bats in the building
When house builders Leach Homes began considering a recent planning application for the construction of a new housing development at Kennett Park in Suffolk, two major environmental concerns were immediately identified bats and trees.The site contained a number of mature trees, the health and status of which needed careful consideration within all aspects of the design. This situation was further complicated by the fact that
Northern Capital Gateway consortium celebrates start of construction of St Petersburg Airport's new international passenger terminal
Serving about 6.7 million passengers in 2009, St. Petersburg Pulkovo Airport (LED) is Russia's fourth largest aviation gateway after the three Moscow airports. By October 2010, LED already exceeded the seven million passenger level, nearly a 27 percent jump in traffic compared to the same 10-month period last year. Traffic is expected to hit 8.4 million passengers for the entire year of 2010. Pulkovo, which is situated less than
Friday, November 26, 2010
Holland Construction donates time and equipment for a new playground at Pinnacle Academy
Pinnacle Academy provides children and their families with a unique, supportive educational setting. Holland Construction is paving the way for a new playground for students at Pinnacle Academy in Lakewood Ranch, a private, non-denominational school for children with autism and related behavioral disorders. Holland Construction donated its time and heavy machinery to level the site and install playground equipment, basketball
GHA, PRP Architects and City Building build four energy-efficient prototype homes in Glasgow
Glasgow Housing Association (GHA) has teamed up with architects PRP and contractor City Building to build four energy-efficient prototype homes, which aim to dramatically reduce bills for heating and hot water. The prototypes, known as 'The Glasgow House', feature high standards of insulation, coupled with low energy running costs and simple technology. Following completion, a series of tests will now be carried out to establish
Thursday, November 25, 2010
What's the best product to use to seal ductwork?
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How do I install an exhaust fan in the garage to activate with the garage door?
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I have a 1940s Cape Cod in northern Ohio that has no eaves. What is the best way to insulate the finished attic space?
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I have a 1940s Cape Cod in northern Ohio that has no eaves (so no soffit vents). I'd like to apply closed-cell foam insulation right to the underside of the roof deck and then drywall (the ceiling) over it. The first-story
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Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Construction News Headlines for November 24, 2010
First-Ever Cat On-Road Trucks Launched
The 470-hp Cat CT610 and 550-hp Cat CT630 are the first ever Cat-branded on-highway trucks. NC2, a joint venture between Caterpillar and Navistar, launched the Australia-made road tractors. The trucks offer capacities of nearly 200,000 pounds and will be sold through select Australian Cat dealers. (More at ForConstructionPros.com . . . )
Volvo Aims to Dominate BRIC Markets with Two Brands
Volvo Construction Equipment has invested more than $130
Construction work has begun on the Eastern Gateway project
The Eastern Gateway project project aims to revamp the Eastern approach to Loughborough with a new road, renovation of Loughborough Train Stations forecourt and the building of 91 new affordable homes. Construction has now officially started on the 20 million Eastern Gateway project.Councillor Mike Preston, leader of Charnwood Borough Council, said: "I'm excited that work has finally begun on the Eastern Gateway project. We have
Site supervisors need to take fork lift truck safety more seriously
According to a warning from the Fork Lift Truck Association, the building trade will see high death and accident rates unless site supervisors take fork lift truck safety more seriously.The Associations National Fork Lift Safety Week campaign focused upon management and supervisor training as an important weak link in the safety chain and construction was singled out as especially at risk. FLTA chief executive David Ellison
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
3M lights up largest motorway in Ireland
3M is lighting up Irelands newest stretch of road. The M3, the largest motorway in Ireland, has recently opened, featuring 30,000 3M 301/290 Marker Series road studs. This follows an earlier project which saw 9,000 of its Marker Series 290 roadstuds chosen for a 24km stretch of brand new motorway that connects Dublin and Waterford. The two new motorways are an integral part of the Irish Governments strategy for economic growth
Monday, November 22, 2010
Stanton Bonna supplies twin block sleepers to Manchester Metrolink
One of the most successful light rail systems in the UK, carrying nearly 20 million passengers every year, Manchester Metrolinks new 575M (Phase 3A) project includes the 3.9 mile (6.3 km) upgrade to the East Manchester Line extension to Droylsden, which will run from Manchester Piccadilly to provide a link to the City of Manchester Stadium and the National Cycling Centre. Phase 3A also includes a new 3-stop, 1.7 mile (2.7 km)
Spray Foam Insulation Web Site Extends Safety Information
Polyurethane spray foam insulation is a “Jekkyl and Hyde” material that is considered to be dangerous to human health in its liquid form but pretty much benign once it sets up. Two chemicals delivered through separate hoses to the spray head are generally labeled A-Side and B-Side and depending upon which one you inhale, and how much, you could note a number of symptoms including irritation of the nose, throat, and lungs, causing runny nose, sore throat, coughing, tightness in the
What are the financial or tax incentives for building a LEED for Homes certified house?
You’re right; this is an extremely common question, as most people investigating LEED-H want a straightforward answer regarding the incentives available for earning a LEED certification for their home.
It sounds like you have already reviewed the article here on Green Home Guide that provides an overview of incentives available. (Readers who have not yet seen the article can click here.) The links listed in the article are a high-level overview. Let’s dive a bit deeper into
It sounds like you have already reviewed the article here on Green Home Guide that provides an overview of incentives available. (Readers who have not yet seen the article can click here.) The links listed in the article are a high-level overview. Let’s dive a bit deeper into
Saturday, November 20, 2010
What's the best temperature to set my hot water baseboard heating to when I leave the house?
The heating system you are describing is a hot water heating system where water is heated in a hot water boiler and then circulated by an electric pump through tubing or piping to fintube convectors in each heated room or space. There the heat energy moves from the water and heats up the metal fins of the convector. These heated metal fins cause an air current that rises through the fins as air is heated. This draws cooler air in from the floor and up and into the convector
What type of area rug is best on radiant-heated concrete floors?
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We are having wood floors installed. They are using Aqua Barrier as an underlayment. Is this safe?
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Friday, November 19, 2010
Crest Nicholson shortlisted for national safety award
Crest Nicholson has been shortlisted for the Safer Workplace category as part of the Suzy Lamplugh Trusts National Personal Safety Awards. The trust was set up in the memory of an estate agent who went missing while working alone and the awards celebrate the work being done across the UK to keep people safe from violence and aggression.Peoplesafe has provided the Crest Nicholson sales teams with 78 Identicom i757s identity
Amiri Construction starts construction on new classroom block and car park at Lord Wandsworth College
Fareham based Amiri Construction has started construction on a new Classroom block and car park at the Lord Wandsworth College in Hook, Hampshire. This represents a 1.6m contract for the two storey brick building that will be home to an additional 11 high tech classrooms, function room, careers library and special needs facility. The building will feature a number of energy saving features including solar panels to provide
Construction News Headlines for November 19, 2010
Expect Stalled Heavy Construction for 2 Years
Heavy construction spending slipped 4.1% in the last year and is projected to take two years to recover the lost ground. Heavy construction spending has been stalled for three years and is expected to remain stymied with the collapse of highway trust funds and local government budgets and Congressional unwillingness to maintain stimulus funding levels of 2009. (More at ReedConstructionData.com . . . )
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Thursday, November 18, 2010
Construction News Headlines for November 18, 2010
Rising Materials Prices, Bid Competition Squeeze Contractors
Construction contractors continue to be squeezed between rising prices for key construction materials and flat prices for what they can charge for finished projects, according to the Associated General Contractors’ analysis of October Producer Price Index figures. Prices for materials used in construction jumped by 0.6% in October and 4.8% over the past 12 months, while the price index for finished buildings remained
Chemineer's Kenics HEVW Static Mixers provide precise blending and dispersion of all flow-capable materials
Large static mixers made by Chemineer are proving a successful addition to Severn Trent Waters water treatment works (WTW) in Frankley, Birmingham, where Morgan Sindall has completed a 31.35M upgrade.Designed in conjunction with Morgan Sindall engineers to meet specific water treatment applications, Chemineers 1600mm Kenics HEVW Static Mixers provide precise blending and dispersion of all flow-capable materials by redirecting
FE Peacock to build four additional social homes for Corby Borough Council
FE Peacock has secured the contract to build an additional four social homes for Corby Borough Council on a development that is part of the regeneration of the town.Twenty six new social homes were originally planned on the site in Arran Way, located on the Lodge Park Estate, as part of a borough-wide scheme to revitalize older housing areas and double the towns population by 2031. 146 properties were demolished to make way for
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Construction News Headlines for November 17, 2010
ABC Construction Backlog Indicator Falls 3.3%
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) reports that its latest Construction Backlog Indicator (CBI) is sliding backward as the nation’s construction contract activity declined 3.3% in September to 6.7 months after falling more than 5% in August to 6.9 months. CBI is a forward-looking indicator that measures the amount of construction work under contract to be completed in the future. (More at ForConstructionPros.com . . .
Construction Recycling Alliance membership now available to corporate enterprises in the construction industry
The Construction Recycling Alliance (CRA) is a new organisation created to represent and support companies in the construction industry that are dedicated to reducing, reusing and recycling unwanted materials. CRA membership is now available to corporate enterprises in the construction industry as well as companies from interrelated sectors such as demolition, remediation and waste management. CRA membership offers those
Fuel cells provide a viable alternative source of prime power to construction sites
Building sites often have limited access to mains grid power. Access to remote prime power sources is vital, and site workers traditionally use generators and batteries to meet their needs.However, UPS Systems Managing Director Tom Sperrey believes that he has found a better alternative. Tom Sperrey has identified the construction industry as an important growth market for fuel cell technology.Put simply, a fuel cell is a device
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
New Guide Provides Instructions For Setting LEED Project/Campus Boundaries
Shortly after complaining about changes about new policy documentation from the GBCI, it occurred to me that the USGBC also published a much needed updated to their Application Guide for Multiple Buildings and On-Campus Building Projects (2010 AGMBC) that does a good job of clarifying how to document 'weird' site conditions. The previous 2005 edition did not have much guidance for how to determine LEED Campus and Project boundaries, an issue the new guide explains in easy to use terms.
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Scafftag showcases visual tags and inspection management solutions at LiftEx 2010
A LiftEx 2010, Ricoh Arena, Coventry, 18th - 19th November 2010, Scafftag will demonstrate how it can offer for much more than just scaffolding.As part of its More Equipped campaign, Scafftag provides visual tags and inspection management solutions in a variety of applications, including lifting equipment and across a range of industries including manufacturing, processing, utilities and public sector to name a few. With visual
Kier North Tyneside develops Shiremoor Adventure Playground in North Tyneside
The new 800,000 Shiremoor Adventure Playground in Shiremoor, North Tyneside, has been specially designed to encourage adventurous play in a controlled and safe environment. Kier North Tyneside has carried out work on this new playground for children and young people. The project, carried out on behalf of North Tyneside Council, is the first playground of this nature outside of London.Designed following extensive consultation with
Monday, November 15, 2010
Improve Employee Management to Improve Your Bottom Line
Your employees ultimately determine the success of your company and how you manage them can be a key to your success. In this episode of of the Construction Business Podcast we talk to Jared Evertt about his session at NPE West that instructs owners, managers and supervisors how to improve their company’s bottom line through more-effective management of human resources.
We talk about:
how to improve productivity and profitability by developing effective training programs
how to use
Barbour ABI's quarterly Construction Analysis sees output levels down 50 percent on the previous quarter
Barbour ABI have recently released their quarterly Construction Review analysis, which highlights key building projects and the best performing sectors. The residential sector saw output levels down 50% on the previous quarter, although is was marginally up on the corresponding quarter of 2009. Lack of confidence amongst the private housebuilders, lack of mortgage funding availability, and the news that government social housing
Fleetpcnmanager's photo upload module makes it easier for fleet drivers to challenge their parking tickets
Fleetpcnmanager, the web-based parking ticket appeal and management system for commercial operators now includes a photo upload module to make it easier to for fleet drivers to challenge their tickets. Most councils equip their wardens with cameras to take photos of alleged contraventions as they take place so the odds are stacked against operators that do not have a structured appeals process.Since adjudicators base their
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Is there a system on the market that recycles used shower water back to the showerhead?
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For serious health reasons, I need to avoid inhaling chemicals. What should I try to use or avoid when installing kitchen countertops?
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I have marble bathroom tiles that are quite heavily soiled with soap scum. Can you recommend a nontoxic but effective cleaner/sealer?
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Friday, November 12, 2010
Construction News Headlines for November 12, 2010
Use Your Bid As Bait To Win More Construction Projects
If you don’t track the rate at which you successfully bid on or propose new projects, how can you tell which types of bids are successful. Would you fish without having some idea of which bait the fish are biting on? Record and study your Bid-Hit ratio to find out which kinds of project owners give you more work, which kinds of jobs you’re better at, and how the competitive landscape affects your success. (More at
Lavendon offers first aid training through St John Ambulance
Through a partnership with St John Ambulance, Lavendon Access Services is offering first aid training to its employees and customers in addition to the access-related training and safety courses it already runs.
Lavendon technical training manager Mark Robinson said: "Safety is central to what we do. That's why we wanted to provide the highest quality first aid courses as well.
"If an accident does happen, people need the best first aid straight away as it can be the difference between life
Lavendon technical training manager Mark Robinson said: "Safety is central to what we do. That's why we wanted to provide the highest quality first aid courses as well.
"If an accident does happen, people need the best first aid straight away as it can be the difference between life
Assessments help SWQR card holders to pass new tests
Employee assessment company Cognisco and technical skills training provider Develop Training are joining forces to launch a series of specialised assessments for workers in the utility sector ahead of new industry standards coming into force.
Individuals needing to renew their Street Works Qualifications Register (SWQR) cards from next April will have to pass a rigorous new NRSWA (New Roads and Street Works Act) assessment and a City and Guilds examination. There are an estimated three million
Individuals needing to renew their Street Works Qualifications Register (SWQR) cards from next April will have to pass a rigorous new NRSWA (New Roads and Street Works Act) assessment and a City and Guilds examination. There are an estimated three million
Thursday, November 11, 2010
'Suicidal' rates threaten plant hire industry
Much of the UK's plant hire industry is acting like a bunch of lemmings heading towards a cliff, according to Hugh Edeleanu, chairman of HE Services (Plant Hire), which has the UK's biggest excavator fleet.
He believes hire rates are currently 'suicidal' especially as plant manufacturers are seeing backlogs building up and increasing prices due to the falling value of Sterling and the implementation of Stage 3B emission regulations. "Some manufacturers can't quote for 2011 deliveries and where
He believes hire rates are currently 'suicidal' especially as plant manufacturers are seeing backlogs building up and increasing prices due to the falling value of Sterling and the implementation of Stage 3B emission regulations. "Some manufacturers can't quote for 2011 deliveries and where
Forum answers Tier 4 questions
The US-based Diesel Technology Forum has put together a frequently asked questions report about Tier 4 technology - which is almost identical to Europe's Stage 3B emissions standard.
"Many dealers and customers have questions about how the new Tier 4 regulations will affect them," said Allen Schaeffer executive director of the Forum which comprises associations representing equipment manufacturers, equipment distributors and rental companies. "We've developed this information to help ease
"Many dealers and customers have questions about how the new Tier 4 regulations will affect them," said Allen Schaeffer executive director of the Forum which comprises associations representing equipment manufacturers, equipment distributors and rental companies. "We've developed this information to help ease
Two companies fined as injured worker has lucky escape
Two Black Country construction firms have been fined after a worker was severely injured by timber falling from a mobile crane being used to unload a lorry trailer.
Neil Anson, a 44 year old self-employed plasterer from Wolverhampton, was struck by timber roof trusses at a construction site at Foster Avenue, Bilston.
Wolverhampton Magistrates Court heard that on 10 June 2009, Anson was getting off the trailer when several packs of the roof trusses fell onto him, severely fracturing his
Neil Anson, a 44 year old self-employed plasterer from Wolverhampton, was struck by timber roof trusses at a construction site at Foster Avenue, Bilston.
Wolverhampton Magistrates Court heard that on 10 June 2009, Anson was getting off the trailer when several packs of the roof trusses fell onto him, severely fracturing his
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Cirrus Research assists companies to conform to environmental noise standards
Relevant to all companies, the ISO 14001:2004 standard is designed to address the delicate balance between maintaining profitability and reducing environmental impact and sets out a framework of essential elements to put an effective Environmental Management System (EMS) in place. This ensures that businesses can identify aspects that impact on the environment and understand those environmental laws that are relevant to their
Bus driver involved in access fatality 'failed eye test'
A bus driver who drove into an access platform killing the operator failed two eye tests after the incident, according to reports in the Manchester Evening News.
An inquest heard that Martin Pilling, a 27 year old sign writer, was killed when he fell from the platform after it was struck by a bus driven by Krzysztof Ociepa at around 8am on 1 November 2006. The paper reported that Ociepa was said to have driven through an amber light seconds before the accident and was arrested on suspicion of
An inquest heard that Martin Pilling, a 27 year old sign writer, was killed when he fell from the platform after it was struck by a bus driven by Krzysztof Ociepa at around 8am on 1 November 2006. The paper reported that Ociepa was said to have driven through an amber light seconds before the accident and was arrested on suspicion of
JCB shares new skid steer range with Volvo
JCB has shown the first four skid steers and three tracked loaders of a revised range. A further 11 machines to be unveiled in June.
"We needed these new models for greater coverage of the market," said John Patterson, deputy chairman of JCB Group and chairman and ceo of JCB in North America. "Our previous range covered 53% of the market with eight models. This new generation has 18 models and will provide 97% market coverage."
As up to 70% of customers opt for vertical lift machines, all of
"We needed these new models for greater coverage of the market," said John Patterson, deputy chairman of JCB Group and chairman and ceo of JCB in North America. "Our previous range covered 53% of the market with eight models. This new generation has 18 models and will provide 97% market coverage."
As up to 70% of customers opt for vertical lift machines, all of
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
The humble brick is where architecture begins
At the last in the current series of Wienerberger lectures, architectural critic, author and Honorary RIBA member Jonathan Glancey made a passionate and persuasive case for brick as the cornerstone of civilisation.Opening with a quote from Mies van der Rohe architecture begins when two bricks come together well, Jonathan illustrated his talk by introducing two shy and inarticulate assistants manufactured close to his Suffolk
Is it a ship, is it a crane - no it's just 'Wind'
Danish ship owner DBB Jack-Up Services has had the superstructure of a Liebherr LTR 11200 crawler crane mounted on its self-propelled jack-up barge 'Wind' to erect and service offshore wind farms.
Liebherr's LTR 11200 is most powerful telescopic crane in the world and was developed primarily for, and subsequently proved its value to, wind farm operations. The crane manufacturer helped engineer the installation aboard 'Wind' with the slewing ring mounted on a strong, stable tube element, which
Liebherr's LTR 11200 is most powerful telescopic crane in the world and was developed primarily for, and subsequently proved its value to, wind farm operations. The crane manufacturer helped engineer the installation aboard 'Wind' with the slewing ring mounted on a strong, stable tube element, which
Is cork as good for sound absorption as wall-to-wall carpeting?
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Monday, November 8, 2010
Ornate Interiors restores Gaskell House to its former glory
Gaskell House, otherwise known as 84 Plymouth Grove, is a grade II* listed building that was on the English Heritage Buildings at Risk Register due to the perilous state of the internal and external structure. Gaskell lived there from 1850 to 1865 and wrote classics such as North and South within its wallsMuch of the latest chapter in the rich history of this building, which was frequently visited by the likes of Charles Dickens
On-line Fitted-Parts catalogue from Volvo Trucks
Volvo Trucks has introduced an interactive Fitted-Parts catalogue to the Service & Parts section of its website www.volvotrucks.co.uk.
Customers can identify the parts they need and the system gives them the guaranteed all-in price when fitted by technicians in Volvo's UK and Irish dealer network. A PDF version is available for those needing a printed catalogue.
The Fitted-Price scheme covers more than 20 component groups for vehicles from the F10/F12/F16 through the FL6 / FL7 and FL10,
Customers can identify the parts they need and the system gives them the guaranteed all-in price when fitted by technicians in Volvo's UK and Irish dealer network. A PDF version is available for those needing a printed catalogue.
The Fitted-Price scheme covers more than 20 component groups for vehicles from the F10/F12/F16 through the FL6 / FL7 and FL10,
Mist machine targets dust at source
Manchester-based European Attachments Group is marketing the V12 dust suppression system from Techno Alpin (best known for its snow making machines). The V12 works on the same principle as the established DustBoss but its 30 water atomising nozzles are placed around the fan shaft rather than around the outside of the housing.
By adding the water to the centre of the air jet the company said the mist can be precisely targeted at dust sources up to 60m away and the water consumption is reduced
By adding the water to the centre of the air jet the company said the mist can be precisely targeted at dust sources up to 60m away and the water consumption is reduced
Sunday, November 7, 2010
How long does it take to be certified as a green home?
I think it’s fair to say that all of us reading this site want our homes to be at least somewhat green. I mean, look at the title of this site. But does a certificate make a home green? (What does make a home green? Energy efficiency? Healthy air quality? Resource efficiency? All of these?)
Where does certification fit into the picture? What kind of certification? For what purpose?
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What type of flooring do you recommend for a large screened-in porch on a cabin in the woods?
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I just installed solar PV on my townhouse. Do I quaify for LEED points?
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Friday, November 5, 2010
New properties are not always as energy efficient as home buyers might expect
Under Government plans, from 2016 all new homes will be built to a new zero carbon standard, and by 2050 the nations entire housing stock will be virtually zero carbon. However, reports earlier this year claimed ten per cent of new properties fail the energy efficiency test.The National EPC Company is warning home buyers not to fall into the trap of presuming all new build properties are more energy efficient than their older
United Business Media acquires Lead in Research to complement its existing ABI business
United Business Media Limited has acquired Lead in Research (LIR), a boutique sales leads business on behalf of UBM Built Environment from its founder, Mark Hurley. The consideration will be satisfied by an initial cash payment of 1.15 million with a further deferred performance-related consideration of up to 300,000, payable at the end of 2010.The acquisition of LIR is a complementary addition to UBM Built Environments existing
IPAF spreads the word
IPAF has published its 2011 Powered Access magazine which can also be viewed as a digital edition on SED365 (click here to view) and as a downloadable PDF via its own website.
As expected IPAF use the latest edition to tackle some of the biggest questions in the access industry from MEWP trappings and rescue plans to correct machine selection and the use of spreader pads. There is also a new section highlighting some of the trickier and more unusual jobs in a wide range of industry sectors
As expected IPAF use the latest edition to tackle some of the biggest questions in the access industry from MEWP trappings and rescue plans to correct machine selection and the use of spreader pads. There is also a new section highlighting some of the trickier and more unusual jobs in a wide range of industry sectors
Thursday, November 4, 2010
ISG Jackson restores one of English Heritage's top 10 most visited sites
Audley End House is one of English Heritages top 10 most visited sites and the impressive Jacobean mansion, and its surrounding parkland landscape, is open to the public throughout the year. ISG Jackson has completed its 675K project to enhance visitor facilities at the historic Audley End House in Saffron Walden, Essex for English Heritage. Working across a number of architecturally listed buildings within the stable and cart
Profit rises at HSS
Tool and small plant hire specialist HSS has seen earnings rise by 31% to £12.1m in the third quarter and almost 30% in the year to just shy of £30m. Revenue for the three months was 14% higher at £44.6m and the company has brought forward £2m of capital expenditure planned for 2011.
It has 6,000 customers now using its on-line LiveHire system and is continuing its focus on big key account customers although it said no single customer accounts for more than 3% of its business.
It has 6,000 customers now using its on-line LiveHire system and is continuing its focus on big key account customers although it said no single customer accounts for more than 3% of its business.
GGR introduces on-line hire
Lifting solution specialist GGR Group has launched a new website, www.minicrane-hire.com, for customers wanting to hire its lifting equipment and services.
The company said the move follows an upturn in hire of its products which range from mini cranes, pick and carry cranes and vacuum lifters to trolleys and stone lifters. Once on the homepage, customers can select the type of equipment they wish to hire and the website also carries information on operated hire, contract lifts and training
The company said the move follows an upturn in hire of its products which range from mini cranes, pick and carry cranes and vacuum lifters to trolleys and stone lifters. Once on the homepage, customers can select the type of equipment they wish to hire and the website also carries information on operated hire, contract lifts and training
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Slow stop system prevents forward tip-overs
JCB has introduced Longitudinal Load Moment Control systems on its CE-marked Loadall telehandlers, Teletruks and Telemasters to comply with the EN15000 regulations designed to prevent forward tip-overs which came into effect last month.
Its Teletrucks and smaller telehandlers (5.5m lift height and below) get a simple two-stage (slow/stop) system while the bigger Loadalls and Telemaster telescopic loading shovels get a patented Adaptive Load Control system.
The system on the smaller machines
Its Teletrucks and smaller telehandlers (5.5m lift height and below) get a simple two-stage (slow/stop) system while the bigger Loadalls and Telemaster telescopic loading shovels get a patented Adaptive Load Control system.
The system on the smaller machines
Would batt or blown fiberglass insulation be the least toxic?
Since you don’t give any details about the age, style, or construction of your home, it’s difficult to say if batt or blown fiber is the best insulation solution for your needs. And you say that you are going to insulate your “roof,” but are you actually referring to the attic floor? Or do you have a cathedral ceiling where the insulation will be directly against the roof sheathing?
There are a lot of variables which influence the proper recommendation. If you want to reply
There are a lot of variables which influence the proper recommendation. If you want to reply
What is the best backing material for shower walls?
Waterproofing showers and tubs correctly is the most important interior moisture-proofing you can do, and perhaps the one most often done wrong. When we remodel a home, this is the area we most often see completely rotted away.
Like with any waterproofing, the goal is to get the water away from the structure, so waterproofing a shower is like the little brother to waterproofing your roof. The shower floor is done very much like a flat roof, with a hot-mopped layer or a membrane
Like with any waterproofing, the goal is to get the water away from the structure, so waterproofing a shower is like the little brother to waterproofing your roof. The shower floor is done very much like a flat roof, with a hot-mopped layer or a membrane
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Construction News Headlines for November 2, 2010
Infrastructure Focus can Break U.S. Boom-and-Bust Cycle
The U.S. economy is gripped by a “boom and bust” cycle of construction that must be broken if the country is ever to develop a stable economy, according to Nate Clark, director of public affairs, construction & forestry division, John Deere. Speaking to the annual conference of the Construction Writers Association, Clark said $225 billion a year in infrastructure investment over the next 50 years can supplant erratic
Schal is responsible for project management of the new Harlow Leisurezone's construction
The Harlow Leisurezone leisure centre, which officially opened its doors to the public this summer, will provide a wide range of facilities for all abilities and is expected to attract over 700,000 visits a year.The Harlow Gateway Partnerships 50m Gateway Project now has a new centrepiece; the completion of the impressive new Harlow Leisurezone leisure centre is a major milestone achievement in the regeneration of the town and
Michelin doesn't let East Brothers down
Salisbury-based merchant East Brothers Timber insisted on Michelin's XHA tyres on its new JCB 416 wheel loader. Following seven years of good experiences with the tyre brand, East Brothers director Mark Gilbert said: "It was Michelin or nothing."
Until 2003, Gilbert had used a mixture of Bridgestone and budget tyres across his fleet of four loading shovels and three counterbalance forklifts until a set of Michelin XZMs lasted four years. "We make pallets," says Gilbert, "so there are a lot of
Until 2003, Gilbert had used a mixture of Bridgestone and budget tyres across his fleet of four loading shovels and three counterbalance forklifts until a set of Michelin XZMs lasted four years. "We make pallets," says Gilbert, "so there are a lot of
Monday, November 1, 2010
I plan to replace my refrigerator when the new (realistic) Energy Star guidelines are available. How long do I have to wait?
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Do you recommend bio-based foam insulation?
Wow, where to start? By my count, you actually have 8 critical questions packed into that one small paragraph. Here’s how I break them out:
How should we deal with an existing uninsulated attic?
What’s the real deal with so-called “bio based” insulation?
How can I verify the R-values claimed by an insulation salesman?
What is the correct R-value for my area of the country?
I am confused about green vs. efficient?
How do the various types of insulation
How should we deal with an existing uninsulated attic?
What’s the real deal with so-called “bio based” insulation?
How can I verify the R-values claimed by an insulation salesman?
What is the correct R-value for my area of the country?
I am confused about green vs. efficient?
How do the various types of insulation
Steel erector fined after near-miss crane accident
Pocklington Steel Structures has been fined £15,000 with £6,700 costs after a 4m long 80kg steel beam fell from a crane and smashed through the roof of an estate agent in Preston narrowly missing two office workers. The steel beam fell about 25m from a crane and smashed through the roof and three floors of Garside Waddingham estate agents in Fleet Street (pictured) on 16 January 2010.
Preston Magistrates' Court heard that the girder was one of 18 similar steel beams to be lifted by the
Preston Magistrates' Court heard that the girder was one of 18 similar steel beams to be lifted by the
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