Abloy UK highlights urgent need for enhanced security across highways infrastructure

Security expert Abloy UK is highlighting the urgent need for greater security and access control on highways critical infrastructure across the UK, with many bridges, viaducts and tunnels at significant and costly risk of theft, vandalism and unauthorised access. Instances of metal theft, graffiti, and property damage have been steadily rising, with critical infrastructure such … Read more

Pioneering Innovation and Experimentation at Futurebuild 2025

For many, digital transformation requires breaking free from traditional mindsets, fostering collaboration, and adopting a forward-thinking approach to embrace experimentation as a tool for growth. The FutureX Digital Disruptors Stage, at Futurebuild 2025, is where you’ll find cutting-edge insights, industry exclusives, product launches, and bold initiatives. Here, visitors will learn how to harness the synergy … Read more

Selkent shines with Diamond certification for exceptional work on national project

Selkent has been awarded the prestigious High-Speed Blue Diamond certification for its exceptional performance on HS2 projects. Selkent, a leading UK supplier of construction fixings and tools, received the quality award from Skanska Costain STRABAG (SCS) Railways, for its consistently high operational performance on the Main Works Lots S1 and S2 project over the last … Read more

Trade body SELECT starts 125th celebrations in style as it retains prestigious UKAS accreditation for 26th year running

As SELECT begins celebrating its 125th anniversary year, its Technical team is also celebrating after its inspection activities received accreditation with the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) for the 26th year in a row. Accreditation against the internationally recognised standard for inspection bodies ISO/IEC 17020:2012 means SELECT continues to be officially recognised for the quality … Read more

Association for Project Safety Celebrates 30 Years of Excellence

The Association for Project Safety (APS) marked its 30th anniversary with a week-long series of events, celebrating three decades of championing health and safety in design and construction risk management. This significant milestone coincides with 30 years of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM), which have transformed the safety landscape within the construction sector. … Read more

The role of non-combustible plumbing materials in modern construction 

The Copper Sustainability Partnership (CuSP) explores the latest progress to improve fire safety in buildings and how copper positions itself as the gold standard for the built environment.  The 2024 revision to regulation limits the restriction on combustible material use to external walls, ancillary areas, and kitchens. However, a critical risk remains in the use … Read more

The Right Grating Choice: A Critical Decision for Your Construction Projects

Selecting the right drainage grating is more than just a design decision—it directly affects safety, durability, and maintenance costs in construction projects. At ULMA, they know that the right choice can make the difference between a long-lasting, efficient drainage system and costly repairs down the line. That is why we offer two tailored solutions: Heelguard … Read more

Reducing the embodied carbon of clay brick packaging with bioplastic.

According to Plastics Europe, in 2022 Europe converted 54 million tonnes of plastic into plastic products. Building and construction accounted for 23% of this usage. European producers’ use of recycled plastic has increased by almost 25% since 2018. But, they still use fossil fuels to produce around 80% of plastics. This reliance on crude oil and … Read more