BSI publishes groundbreaking standard for MMC in residential developments
New specification to build confidence in modern methods of construction (MMC) for residential developments, provide consistency on how projects can
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Materials
LOCTITE and Faction Bike Studio redefine frame construction
In the highly competitive world of cycling, every gram and second counts. That’s why Faction Bike Studio and Frameworks teamed
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Improvements in fencing design
Fences are often constructed from a series of vertical metal bars held together by upper and lower rails which run
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Assessing progress one year into the Timber Roadmap
At the end of 2023, the government launched the Timber in Construction Roadmap, a bold initiative aimed at integrating timber
Read moreKorozo Group provides stand-up pouches for Baileys Chocolate Nut Mix
Flexible packaging specialist Korozo Group has worked with confectionery group Zertus UK & Ireland on the introduction of Baileys Chocolate Nut
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Biggest ever test of heating in homes as UK prepares to go gas-free
The largest research project ever carried out on electrical heating systems under controlled conditions has just reported its results. Funded
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UK construction costs forecast for 2025: Trends and Insights
The construction industry in the UK is on a transformative path as it navigates through evolving technologies, changing regulations, and
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‘Carbon-eating’ building materials research set to advance sustainable construction
A team of scientists, led by Dr Mehreen Gul from Heriot-Watt University, are investigating the use of biochar as an
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M&E sector facing ongoing rising costs as construction output falls
A new survey of over 150 subcontractors released by Southern Construction Framework (SCF) has revealed that build costs for the
Read moreMarks & Spencer switches garlic baguettes to paper packaging
Marks & Spencer has announced it is the first UK retailer to move to paper packaging on garlic baguettes, which
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