UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

The post Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Light steel frame systems are innovative construction methods that utilize thin sheets of steel, known as cold-formed steel, for building structures. What Are Light Steel Frame Systems?

Fire Protection System Installation

Granger Construction

APRIL 15, 2025

Since joining the construction industry in 2023 as Granger Construction’s Drone Manager, Nick Ross has significantly elevated the capabilities and contributions of the firm’s in-house Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) program. Nick did not come from a construction background.

Concrete Pouring

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The post How Sustainable Masonry Can Reduce Long-Term Construction Costs appeared first on UK Construction Blog. This construction method combines longevity, energy efficiency, and reduced environmental impact. Sustainability is no longer just a trend in constructionits a necessity.

Masonry

UK Construction Blog

MAY 22, 2025

The post Eco-Friendly Building: Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling on Site appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The construction industry has come under increasing pressure to reduce its environmental footprint. Modular design or prefabricated components further support this approach by generating less debris during installation.

Material Handling

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

The post Navigating Modern Construction: Trends, Challenges, and Local Considerations appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The construction industry stands at a crossroads between tradition and transformation. Modular construction the prefabrication of sections off-site is gaining traction for its speed and scalability.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Jonas Construction

JANUARY 30, 2024

What are the Construction Technology Trends of 2024? The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation. Innovations, economic uncertainty, construction workforce shortages , and other factors have forced service and construction companies to change the way they work and deliver their projects.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

These stricter regulations aim to reduce energy consumption and enhance overall building performance, making air barriers a key element in todays construction practices. By implementing stricter energy efficiency standards, these codes have incentivized the construction of higher-performing buildings.

Building Code Compliance

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

The post Lodge Building: A Comprehensive Guide to Construction, Design, and Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Lodge building has evolved from simple estate structures to versatile, modern constructions serving diverse purposes across residential, commercial, and recreational sectors. What is Lodge Building?

Building Design

ENR Construction

JULY 7, 2025

We’re also seeing clients place greater emphasis on sustainable construction, efficiency, prefabrication and modular construction—areas where we’ve made significant progress,” says Michael C. Mortenson is constructing the Abbott Northwestern Richard M. Mortenson is constructing the Abbott Northwestern Richard M.

Landscaping

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2024

It needed to be a modular construction with a 1.5MW total capacity that could accommodate further expansion, with the deployment of a cooling system that could remove heat density of up to 100kW per rack.

Modular Construction

CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

The construction industry is shifting toward more efficient project delivery methods, and Design-Build has emerged as one of the most effective approaches. Unlike the traditional design-bid-build process, where design and construction are handled separately, design-build consolidates both under a single contract.

Building Design

Construction Daily News

APRIL 15, 2025

This 80-unit project, with its $84 million price tag and 60 homes designated specifically for low-income families, represents far more than just another construction project. For construction industry professionals, understanding this layered financing approach is increasingly essential when bidding on or developing affordable projects.

Structural Systems

UK Construction Blog

MAY 27, 2025

The post A Comprehensive Guide to Contractor Accommodation in the UK Construction Sector appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Why Contractor Accommodation Matters More Than Ever In 2025, the UK construction sector is navigating a complex landscape. Flexibility and Scalability : Construction projects are rarely static.

Energy Efficiency

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

The post How Construction Companies Can Effectively Embrace Technology appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Up until fairly recently, those who worked in the construction industry traditionally had a reputation for being slow to adapt to new technologies. Why is Technology Important in the Construction Industry?

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

ENR Construction

JUNE 6, 2025

of Transportation June 6, 2025 Walsh Construction Co. Walsh Construction program manager Chuck Parrish told reporters that his team modeled its approach on the recently completed south span of the I-270 Chain of Rocks Bridge, a 5,400-ft-long concrete deck steel girder structure across the Mississippi River Walsh built as part of a $496.2-mllion

Specialty Contracting

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

The post The Value of Kit Homes in the Australian Market appeared first on UK Construction Blog. With rising construction costs, labor shortages, and changing lifestyle demands, Kit homes Australia are positioned as a practical solution that can add real value—both financially and in everyday living. What Exactly Are Kit Homes?

Building Code Compliance

For Construction Pros

JULY 21, 2025

These price pressures, combined with longer lead times and occasional shipping delays, are making it harder to manage budgets and project schedules. administration have created uncertainty in the private construction sector. Construction employment grew 1.7 Prefabrication is also gaining traction to reduce on-site labor needs.

Concrete Pouring

ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

Photo courtesy of Sundt Construction June 16, 2025 Maximize beds. After two years of construction, the project—Hinarr Hu Moulik East & West Student Housing at St. CMC prefabricated the rebar for the project at a facility in the Bay Area, then trucked it to the site for installation. 18 column reinforcing.

Building Codes

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The post The Art of Modern Staircase Manufacturing: Precision Engineering Meets Bespoke Design appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Prefabrication and Modular Assembly Prefabrication has become standard practice in quality staircase manufacturing, offering significant advantages over traditional on-site construction.

Staircases

Construction Specifier

JUNE 6, 2025

AIA Photos courtesy Serge Ferrari Group As the world grapples with the increasingly extreme impacts of climate change, architects and builders continue to prioritize materials and building techniques that help manage the effects of wind, rain, flooding, and fires.

Modular Construction

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

The post How International Disaster Relief Logistics Can Quickly Deploy Emergency Housing Solutions appeared first on UK Construction Blog. These are prefabricated units designed to be assembled quickly. Additionally, using recyclable materials in construction helps communities build back better while staying mindful of the planet.

Disaster Preparedness

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The post Read the Latest News on Lendlease’s Domestic Results, Redeveloping Castle Hill Primary School in UK, Extended Warranty Terms Affect Construction Processes, and UK Builders Start 2 Gw Subsea HVDC Cable appeared first on UK Construction Blog. commercial enterprise. million).

Warranty

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Lets delve into the engineering marvels and construction intricacies required to make underwater exploration possible. Overcoming Construction Challenges Building underwater presents logistical challenges unlike any other form of construction. Waterproofing is critical to prevent leaks that could compromise safety.

Structural Systems

CCR Magazine

APRIL 7, 2025

The next iteration will provide more actionable resources, including incentive and rebate updates, detailed municipal guidance, design considerations around prefabrication and assembly, as well as access to a clickable materials marketplace. <p>The </p>

Building Resilience

For Construction Pros

JULY 18, 2025

aboutmomentsimages - stock.adobe.com Marianna Kopsida, PhD, industry manager - IMF & Vertical Construction at Trimble, shares her insight into the state of the concrete industry and the challenges contractors are managing daily. What segments of concrete construction have seen growth in 2025?

Concrete Pouring

ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

Photo courtesy of Sundt Construction June 16, 2025 Maximize beds. After two years of construction, the project—Hinarr Hu Moulik East & West Student Housing at St. CMC prefabricated the rebar for the project at a facility in the Bay Area, then trucked it to the site for installation. 18 column reinforcing.

Building Codes

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2025

Smart home systems are becoming integral to eco-friendly living, allowing homeowners to monitor and manage their energy use in real-time. One solution is the use of modular construction techniques, which allow for efficient building processes and reduced waste.

Sustainability

BDC Network

OCTOBER 28, 2024

million units of housing, whereas in 2022, an estimated 420,000 new rental apartments were built in the United States, the highest amount for new multifamily construction in a half-century. Wood is one of the most common construction materials. Mass-timber has recently emerged as a leading example in building construction.

Building Codes

CCR Magazine

APRIL 2, 2025

is playing a key role in the construction of Walmarts new home office in Bentonville, Arkansasthe largest mass timber corporate campus in the United States. This reinforces MMTs commitment to the regions economy and construction industry. MMT is redefining sustainable construction with innovative, bio-based building materials.

Sustainability

Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2025

Likewise, the construction and design industries seek to ease this process for stakeholders by introducing sustainable building technologies to accomplish these retrofits more efficiently. Net-zero is the primary objective necessary for climate management.

Sustainability

UK Construction Blog

MAY 9, 2025

The post Exploring Leading Hygienic Equipment Manufacturers in For Construction 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the construction industry, safety, hygiene and durability are essential, particularly on busy sites where tools, equipment and people are constantly on the move.

Construction Equipment

Construction Specifier

JULY 5, 2025

Prefabricated and site-built curbs A separate roof curb is sometimes used to raise the skylight above the roof deck surface to reduce a skylight’s exposure to water and snow on the roof deck, including ponding or standing water, and large volumes of water moving through the skylight location.

Roofing Systems

ENR Construction

JUNE 9, 2025

Photo courtesy of QSi Consultancy Group June 9, 2025 After two decades of stalled growth, the Maldives construction sector is now seeing some $2 billion in construction activity. The project aims to reclaim 63 hectares, with 23 hectares already completed by Sri Lanka-based Capital Marine and Civil Construction (CMCC).

Project Management Consulting

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

The post Manchester United New Stadium: £2bn 100,000-Capacity Vision to Replace Old Trafford appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Financing relies entirely on private investment rather than public funding, with the club exploring strategic partnerships to fund the £2 billion development whilst managing existing debts of over £1 billion.

Environmental Impact Assessment

The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

Costain previously constructed the Stublach solution mining plant near to the planned hydrogen storage facility The Keuper gas storage project (KGSP) is an underground hydrogen storage facility in Northwich, Cheshire.

Construction Equipment

The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

CGI of Grahams planned Hydepark Street block, Glasgow Glasgow City Council has approved the construction of Graham’s 410-bed student accommodation development in the city’s Anderston area. Designed by Cooper Cromar, the architecture draws inspiration from the Seagram Building in New York, the developer said.

Approvals

Construction Dive

JUNE 18, 2025

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