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Matthews Brothers Engineering: Never too late to learn

Roads Online

The first time I got the chance to operate a Matthews Brothers Engineering truck wouldve been in 2015, he says. At the same time, I was able to take in that information in regard to how they build their systems, making it easier for me in future when I need any maintenance or general work on the units.

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Article 4 Direction: What Property Owners Need to Know Before Converting

UK Construction Blog

This special planning regulation gives local planning authorities extra control by restricting permitted development rights in specific areas or for particular types of development. The primary purpose of an Article 4 Direction is to give local authorities greater control over development.

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The Hidden Cost of Pests on Construction Sites: Delays, Damage & Legal Risk

UK Construction Blog

Construction Pest Control: The Hidden Cost of Pests on Site Delays, Damage & Legal Risk You Can Avoid If youve ever worked on a building site , youll know theres rarely a quiet moment. The truth is, construction pest control isnt just a hygiene thing. They carry health risks and can seriously affect your build.

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Luton Town’s New Stadium: Power Court’s £450m Journey from Planning to Premier League Reality

UK Construction Blog

Construction begins in summer 2025 with Limak International as the main contractor, the same company working on FC Barcelona’s Camp Nou redevelopment, ensuring world-class expertise for the 30-month build programme. The acoustic limitations at Kenilworth Road also affect the matchday atmosphere that drives team performance.

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Calls to Get Ahead for Site Cooling Amid Soaring Temperatures and Construction Sector Surge

Plant & Civil Engineer

Amid forecasts of a major boom in UK construction, Aggreko is advising construction managers to take steps to protect site productivity and worker welfare as extreme heat increasingly becomes the norm on building sites nationwide. Rising temperatures can lead to equipment failure, material damage and health risks for workers on-site. “By

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ACI CODE 318-25: Building Code for Structural Concrete Now In Print

For Construction Pros

It is addressed to the engineer responsible for the contract documents and the building official. As ACI’s flagship standard, ACI CODE-318-25 sets the foundation for structural concrete design and construction in buildings and nonbuilding structures. What is 318-25? The plant produces the ReAct low-carbon cement product.

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Say Goodbye to Cost Overruns: Rabbet Reduces Cost Overruns by 87%

Rabbet

According to KPMGs 2015 Global Construction Survey , a staggering 69% of projects experienced cost overruns of 10% or more. Document Management Efficient document management is critical to controlling costs. Conclusion: Building with Confidence Cost overruns dont have to be the norm in construction.