UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

The stadium targets BREEAM Excellent environmental certification whilst preserving Kenilworth Road’s intimate atmosphere through innovative acoustic design and close proximity seating that maintains the club’s traditional matchday experience. Community impact adds another dimension to the stadium debate.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Multiple noise sources create dangerous cumulative exposure, including jackhammers (90-110 dB), bulldozers (85-95 dB), and chop saws (100-110 dB), with demolition work presenting the highest risk levels at 110-130 decibels. Power tools present constant exposure risks across different trades.

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Buildern

JULY 10, 2025

The project may also involve consultants who provide solutions to structural, environmental, legal, or geotechnical issues. For example, a contractor can use Word documents, spreadsheets, or presentation tools. The best part is that it’s not only a presentation, but a legally binding document.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

Impact of Construction Defects Construction defects significantly affect buildings and their occupants. Types of Construction Defects Construction defects fall into several categories, each presenting unique challenges for property owners and builders. These systems involve complex components that must work together seamlessly.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 31, 2025

Many projects overlook this aspect, yet it serves as a vital barrier against environmental factors and contributes to energy efficiency by improving insulation. Its importance cannot be understated, as quality finishes offer advantages that impact the entire lifecycle of a construction project.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

As energy costs continue to climb and environmental awareness reaches new heights, homeowners across the UK are discovering the remarkable benefits of recycled paper insulation. The material’s environmental benefits extend far beyond its recycled content, encompassing the entire lifecycle from manufacturing to disposal.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

The sanguine assessment counters a concerning stumble in Honolulu construction starts last year. That impact is also reflected in the Dodge data that show environmental public works starts are forecast to grow by almost 45% to tally $2.4 Rising sea levels also impact infrastructure near our coastlines. billion in 2024.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Assessing Your Garage Space and Planning Improvements Transforming your garage requires thorough preparation before any renovation work begins. A proper assessment helps identify both limitations and opportunities in your space. Interlocking PVC garage flooring presents a budget-friendly alternative that delivers impressive durability.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Current Industry Challenges Construction companies encounter numerous obstacles that directly impact profitability and project success. Safety compliance presents ongoing challenges without proper tracking systems. Your construction app can utilise these insights to flag potential issues before they impact project timelines.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

Manufacturing plants choose epoxy for its ability to withstand heavy equipment, constant vehicle traffic, and potential impacts. Manchester contractors pay particular attention to this step as it directly impacts the floor’s adhesion and durability. After grinding, thorough cleaning removes all dust and debris.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

The post Loft Conversion Planning: The Critical Role of Technical Drawings and Structural Assessment appeared first on UK Construction Blog. However, successful loft conversion projects require meticulous planning, precise technical documentation, and thorough structural assessment from the outset.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

By Tracy Cook Photos courtesy Tarkett There are many expectations from indoor spaces today: they must look aesthetically pleasing but be strong enough to withstand heavy use, be easy to clean but not feel sterile and unwelcoming, and they should feature healthy, sustainable materials that support human and environmental health.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Innovative sustainable design features include a distinctive umbrella-like canopy with integrated solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, and acoustic engineering to amplify crowd atmosphere whilst maintaining environmental responsibility. billion in annual UK economic contribution.

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Construction Dive

JULY 15, 2025

Even so, many organizations are taking precautions to protect workers from heat and other environmental factors, she added. Scott Olson via Getty Images There’s more to beating heat than keeping cool There is a long list of items for employers to consider when it comes to environmental heat precautions. Last months U.S.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Health impacts of air pollution are significant, with WHO identifying it as the top environmental health risk globally contributing to approximately 7 million premature deaths annually, with healthcare costs potentially reaching 1,275 billion by 2060. Particulate matter presents particular concerns for human health.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2025

Mobile optimisation proves critical, as many construction searches occur on smartphones, often from project sites or during initial property assessments. This requires balancing technical SEO requirements with compelling content presentation that showcases capabilities effectively.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 18, 2023

During the workshop, Flanagan will give a presentation on her current micropile research, “Interface shear strength characterization between subsea installed micropile grout and textured rock for micropiles anchoring offshore renewable ocean energy devices.”

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 7, 2023

The new bridge spans an agricultural drainage ditch, allowing trail users to safely cross when seasonally wet and muddy conditions are present without causing landscape erosion or damage, in an area of the park known as Schunnemunk Meadows. million, launched with leadership support from Lucy Waletzky.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 19, 2024

He was monitoring the federally threatened bird – the Piping Plover ( Charadrius melodus ), one of several environmental conservation measures performed by the agency on all coastal restoration projects to ensure wildlife is not harmed. While doing this he spotted what looked like spinach sprouting out of the sand by his foot.

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Roads Online

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

This is not only limited to the use of the final product, but also the use of environmentally friendly methods during production. One example of the company’s innovation is NuMIXER, an environmentally sustainable blend of bio-based oils. Each EPD aims to explore the life cycle of any given product.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

However, as the construction sector continues to expand in many countries, there is a growing awareness of its environmental consequences. However, there are ways to mitigate these impacts. Low-impact materials – Building materials that generate less waste during manufacturing help cut a project’s environmental footprint significantly.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

By recognizing the young professionals already making a profound impact on the AEC industry, we are able to get a full view of its future. This impact also extends to work done in their communities as well as leadership and mentorship within their firms. For me, Rising Stars is the perfect way to start the awards season.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

For industries operating in areas prone to these natural events, assessing potential geohazards is crucial. Geohazard assessment is the process of identifying, analyzing, and mitigating these risks before they lead to damage. In many cases, companies seek professional support to handle these complex assessments effectively.

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Stok

APRIL 19, 2019

The LCA results can then be used to optimize the project design, select low-impact materials, and reduce the overall carbon footprint. For example, paint typically lasts 10 years, so it’s important to understand the embodied carbon impacts of painting 5 times over a 50-year building life.

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Specification Product Update

JULY 21, 2023

The new line will enable contractors, designers and specifiers to choose materials with zero impact on climate change, promoting more ethical and conscientious choices. The team measures the impacts products have on the environment throughout their life-cycle using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methods.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

This article explores two key types of product documentation: Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and Health Product Declarations (HPDs). These documents provide valuable insights into the environmental and health impacts of building materials, respectively.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Start with a Risk Assessment If a child gets injured on a playground you constructed because you didn’t perform a proper risk assessment, you may be sued and will have to contact a Greeley child abuse lawyer for your defense if you are in Greeley. Check out some essential safety tips you should follow to mitigate liability.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Sustainability was an important theme throughout the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2024 Fall Conference, with sessions covering vinyl life cycle assessments (LCAs), the future of environmental product declarations (EPDs) and embodied carbon legislation on the federal and state levels. Braunstein asked.

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Stok

AUGUST 28, 2019

Five major themes in high performance real estate rose to the top from this year’s conference in San Francisco, presenting bold solutions for the sustainable built environment that tackle environmental, social, and economic challenges in California and at the global scale. #1: 1: Embodied Carbon Comes First. At the forefront is equity.

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BDC Network

MARCH 29, 2024

To prevent the worst future impacts of climate change, companies are urgently pursuing reductions in GHG emissions. GHG emissions cuts of 90-95% before 2050, crucial for net-zero targets to align with science, have been presented to companies participating in the Science Based Target Initiative corporate standard. Why Carbon Offsets?

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Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Mapei UK has extended its range of low environmental impact products. Thanks to these results we can affirm that, by using these materials, the service life of structures is extended by preventing aggressive agents present in the environment easily penetrating and degrading repaired structures.

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Roads Online

MARCH 14, 2024

Yet despite having less to work with, regional councils are launching exciting, high-impact initiatives ranging from responsive design to futuristic eco-transport. How does investment in infrastructure in regional and remote areas impact community liveability, and what feedback are you receiving from residents about these changes?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 11, 2024

The impact of artificial intelligence is incredibly profound, which is why AI in the construction market is expected to be worth $151.1 AI applications may include advanced project management tools, predictive analytics for risk assessment, and optimization of construction processes. billion by 2032.

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Roads Online

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

These include augmented reality, building design, concrete curing, predictive and preventive maintenance and delivery of environmentally friendly buildings. And with wearable technology, like motion sensors and other trackable tools, site workers can be more easily monitored for safety and productivity assessment.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules. Failure to follow local and federal environmental requirements can lead to significant financial penalties, civil action, and even criminal charges.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 3, 2024

The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) is pleased to announce the winners of several of its prestigious industry awards, presented during the association’s 60th annual meeting held Thursday, December 14, 2023 in Marco Island, Florida. He is also an advocate for implementation of the research results from MnROAD.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2024

Eco-friendly floor coatings are becoming increasingly popular in commercial construction as businesses aim to reduce their environmental impact. From office buildings to factories, warehouses, retail stores, and more, eco-friendly coatings present many advantages. Assess needs, then narrow down options.

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