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The Role of Contract Flooring Accessories in Delivering Quality and Performance

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

In the world of contract flooring, accessories play a crucial but often overlooked role in delivering both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Whether for commercial, educational, healthcare, or...

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Develon to Focus on New Innovation

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

DEVELON, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, will make its first appearance. Its stand at bauma 2025 is certain to make a big impact with an industry-leading display of new state-of-the-art...

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Introducing the all-new Merlo ROTO range of rotating telescopic handlers

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

Merlo will be showcasing the all-new ROTO along with a range of latest construction telehandlers on stand FS 1209/1 at BAUMA giving visitors the opportunity to see the full construction range,...

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Celebrating Caterpillar’s Centennial and ‘The Next 100 Years’

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

Caterpillar will showcase a wide range of equipment, technologies, power options, and services at bauma. The theme, “The Next 100 Years,” highlights Caterpillar’s commitment to innovation and...

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Custom Fabricating Services – site specific pump station requirements

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

Pumping Systems fabricated to any size and/or configuration.  Delta Pumps and Basement Drainage Distribution Hub is home to Delta’s in-house fabrication team.  Our fabrication team not only...

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Countdown to bauma 2025

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

The world’s leading trade fair for construction machinery will once again be held at the exhibition centre in Munich from 7 to 13 April, 2025. From the digital construction site to alternative...

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Construction Insolvencies Fall in December 2024

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

THE NUMBER of registered construction insolvencies in England and Wales was 291 in December 2024. The December figure is 8% lower than in November 2024 when 316 construction companies went bust....

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NI Fire & Rescue Service Learning & Development College Cookstown

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service has invested £50m in a new Learning & Development College featuring one-of-a-kind facilities on the island of Ireland…The postNI Fire & Rescue Service...

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Disputes avoidance in the construction industry

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

The construction sector can be a minefield when it comes to conflict and in this article, Živa Filipič, Managing Counsel of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, and Dr Donna Huang, Director...

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SMET ANNOUNCES ITS RECERTIFICATION TO BES 6001

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

SMET ANNOUNCES ITS RECERTIFICATION TO BES 6001 Construction companies are recognising a need to prove their buildings are built with sustainability in mind, and one element of this is in the...

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Hush: Maximising acoustic insulation in floating floors

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

Hush Acoustics offers acoustic insulation solutions for all types of floating floors to help create quieter, more comfortable homes and acoustically superior non-domestic buildings.The postHush:...

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PAS 2080 Can Empower NHS Professionals To Take Lead On Decarbonisation

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

Achieving the NHS’s aim of becoming the world’s first fully net zero carbon national health service by 2045 will rely upon thousands of NHS professionals in diverse settings and roles, including...

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Think tank calls for flexible zoning reforms to planning system

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

The government will struggle to fulfil its home building and growth ambitions unless it introduces flexible zoning and removes discretion from the planning system, according to a think tank.

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Procurement Act 2023 comes into effect today

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

The Procurement Act 2023 comes into effect today, making changes to the process in an effort to streamline the process.The postProcurement Act 2023 comes into effect todayappeared first onPlanning,...

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Aldi to Pump £67m into Store Upgrades in 2025

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

Aldi is set to invest £67 million into upgrading its existing stores in 2025, aiming to enhance the shopping experience for customers across the UK. The supermarket chain, which has already poured...

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Proctor Air® brings benefits of modern technology to traditional Scottish roofs

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

An architect’s home near Dundee is seeing the benefits of its new roof underlay – even though the reroofing hasn’t finished yet. Neil Simpson, a Partner at Wellwood Leslie Architects, is...

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Europe’s largest cloud and AI data centre gets approved

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

DC01UK’s planning application for a new state-of-the-art data centre has recently been approved by Hertsmere Borough Council’s planning committee. The new facility has been given the green light...

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Top Tips to Make the Most of EPDs

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

ROOF TILE manufacturer Marley is sharing its top tips for making the most of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). The ability to consider product merits, based on whole life cycle environmental...

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Rygor Plant has been appointed by Mecalac UK

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

Rygor Plant has been appointed by Mecalac UK as its new official dealer in the south east. According to the compact construction equipment manufacturer the strategic partnership will enhance the...

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Road adoption bonds skyrocket in seven years

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

According to research, the cost of financial guarantees sought by local authorities from homebuilders to ensure the construction of a road has risen by 700 per cent in the past seven years.

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Shaking up the kitchen with Keller’s Timeless Charm’s reverse shaker door

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

With Keller, the popularity of the Shaker door continues apace. Traditionally used in country-style kitchens, the door style is equally at home in contemporary kitchens today. And for an even more...

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Charity arm of Churchill Living partners with Hourglass to promote safer ageing in the UK

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

The charity arm of national housing operator Churchill Living has announced a major new long-term […]The postCharity arm of Churchill Living partners with Hourglass to promote safer ageing in the...

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The Procurement Act – what you need to know

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

Kuldip Dhanoya is partner and head of public procurement at national law firm TLT The Procurement Act 2023 takes effect in the UK (with limited application to Scotland) from today (24 February),...

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Apprenticeship changes require focused strategy to achieve aims says Actis

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

Insulation specialist Actis has welcomed a move to remove academic restrictions preventing young people from pursuing careers in construction and the shortening of the length of an apprenticeship -...

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Blocksbrokers review: Elevating trading knowledge and execution for the benelux market

Publish date: Mon, 24 February 2025

This Blocksbrokers review delves into how Blocksbrokers enhances trading knowledge and execution, making it a preferred choice for traders looking for reliability and expertise. The trading industry...

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Construction kicks off on landmark NSW BESS

New England Solar Project Manager, Sarah Donnan, Energy Vault CEO and Chair, Robert Piconi, and ACEN Australia Head of Construction and Engineering, Tim Greenaway. Image: ACEN Australia.New South...

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Fed Gov improving Qld roads and rail crossings

Image: 孤飞的鹤/stock.adobe.comQueensland’s roads and rail crossings are set to receive important safety upgrades, with more than 50 projects across the state to share in almost $29 million in...

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IAQ appoints new CEO

Image: AI Lab/stock.adobe.comThe Infrastructure Association of Queensland (IAQ) has appointed a new CEO, following an extensive and competitive selection process.  IAQ Chair, Jon Frew, welcomed...

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Renewed road safety focus for VIC

​​Thompsons Road And Berwick-Cranbourne Road Intersection Upgrade Image: engage.vic.gov.auThe Federal and Victorian governments have invested $41.75 million to upgrade the intersection of...

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Managing Green Roofs Can Be Easier with These 8 Maintenance Strategies

Publish date: Thu, 20 February 2025

Green roofs offer environmental and aesthetic benefits, but they require proper maintenance to thrive. Fortunately, with a few key practices, upkeep can be simplified while ensuring the...

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