The Access Equipment Market experiences a rapid return in growth due to price rises and material shortages.
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Introducing Makita’s Third Generation of Accessories
Makita UK has launched a new and improved collection of belts and pouches to its extensive and popular range of accessories.
Read More »Scaffolding alternative supplied
Easi-Dec, the working at height safety specialist, has supplied Everest with 72 Roofline systems to provide installation teams with a safe, efficient and cost effective solution for accessing roofline level when carrying out gutter, soffit and fascia replacements. After working with scaffolding for several years, Everest investigated alternative working at height solutions. Having approached Easi-Dec about its Roofline system, the …
Read More »Getting Rid of Harmful Dust Without Stopping Building Work
Dust control on building sites is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity. As awareness grows about construction dust's risks to worker health and site productivity, modern approaches are evolving to address the challenge head-on.
Read More »Rocket House: An Ingenious Idea
Rocket Houses were specialised structures built primarily during the 19th and early 20th centuries to store lifesaving rocket apparatus for maritime rescues along the nation’s perilous coastlines.
Read More »Top Continuous Inkjet Printer for Construction Professionals: Precision Meets Durability
In the demanding construction industry, the ability to label materials and equipment with precision and durability can significantly impact project timelines and safety. Construction professionals require tools to withstand harsh conditions, while delivering high-quality prints for safety signage, equipment labelling, and inventory management. This is exactly where a Continuous Inkjet Printer can come into play.
Read More »Tool Theft Leaves Skill Builder Devastated | What Went Wrong?
Real Life Tool Theft Experience - In this video, Sam and Jen share details of a break-in at their rural workshop, where their tools were stolen. They suspect thieves discovered their location through social media. Despite having CCTV, the burglars avoided detection by exploiting blind spots. Sam regrets not setting the alarm before leaving on holiday and emphasises the importance of marking tools for recovery. He’s now upgrading security with reinforced doors, more cameras, and motion sensors. Skill Builder surprises Sam with a new impact driver and a driveway alarm. The video also advises on protecting geolocation data in photos and offers tool-marking tips.
Read More »Focus on Propping and Needling Systems
Julianna Williams, Managing Director at Site Equipment Ltd, offers advice on the use of propping and needling techniques in refurbishment projects.
Read More »Lead Flashing Broke All the Building Codes | James Is Back to Fix It!
epairing exterior lead flashing is a task that typically involves several careful steps to ensure both the effectiveness of the repair and the safety of the person performing the work, especially considering the health hazards associated with lead. Here's a step-by-step guide to repairing exterior lead flashing.
Read More »Makita DAS180 Blower ~ A Handy Little Tool
The versatile Makita DAS180 LXT Brushless Blower is the latest product from the leading power tool manufacturer that is also capable of inflating and deflating simply by changing the nozzle tip.
Read More »4 Reasons to Consider Using Storage Services
Most people are familiar with storage services, but many still don't understand why they should use them.
Read More »12% Decline in the Shower Market Due to Impact of COVID-19
In 2020, the UK shower market was impacted by the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and saw a sharp decline in value of around -12%.
Read More »Additional Contract Win for ENGIE Fabricom
ENGIE Fabricom has secured an additional contract as part of a major framework agreement with owners and operators of strategic gas assets across Europe.
Read More »Zenpark Pro Flex Launches in Europe to Simplify & Optimise Office Parking
Zenpark Pro Flex allows companies to share all or part of their parking spaces for the benefit of all their employees.
Read More »Widely anticipated V-Gard H1 Safety Helmet from MSA Safety available in Europe
MSA Safety, industry-leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of safety products the world over, has launched its V-Gard® H1 Safety Helmet.
Read More »A New Mini Excavator for the Next Generation
Caterpillar is famous for manufacturing massive earthmoving equipment and only entered the mini excavator market just over two decades ago in 1998.
Read More »IronmongeryDirect Supports National Home Improvement Month With Positive Mental Health Message
Ironmongery Direct has joined forces with the BHETA as a partner of National Home Improvement Month 2020 and is challenging homeowners to ‘Make One Change’ this September.
Read More »5 Ways to Improve Your Warehouse Layout
There are several ways you can organize your warehouse to optimize the way workers perform their duties. Designing a layout that is both smart, logical and safe naturally improves warehouse operations.
Read More »Is Off-site Construction the Future?
Off-site construction is the completion of elements or components for a structure at another location in a factory environment. The many advantages to this method, including reduced carbon emissions and shorter construction time plausibly outweigh the disadvantages.
Read More »Hospital Project Hits Right Frequencies with Motorola Radios
When you think of all the equipment and machinery that the modern construction industry relies on, one thing that is often overlooked is two way radio.
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