This contractor is using a tracked scissor lift capable of driving at different levels with each track and also at different slopes whilst maintaining a self levelling platform. This equipment is new to the industry and the contractor has carried out a case study for the equipment to allow for enhancements moving forward including, but not limited to future electric…

This contractor is using an electrically controlled, compound heater (Epot) which has been designed for the melting and heating of modern bituminised rubber compounds (hot-melt) used in structural roofing and waterproofing installations. With fast heat up and melting times, and controllable, user-friendly features the Epot avoids the safety and quality control issues arising from the use of gas fired pots….

Collaborating with one of their suppliers, this contractor has developed a solution to the packaging waste being produced on construction projects. Ecopak is a modular system comprising inner and outer polypropylene packaging that can be reused multiple times, allowing for the packaging of mixed types of lighting product and comes with GPS tagging so products can be tracked digitally following…

This contractor is utilising their time-lapse cameras to support workforce safety and PPE compliance on the project. They have been working with their provider in conjunction with the manufacturer to develop AI safety monitoring and other metrics including identifying PPE compliance and monitoring of exclusion zones and plant activity. This important data is being used to develop learnings and create…

The Lighthouse Club Construction Industry Charity, who run the Construction Industry Helpline, launched an app  in collaboration with COINS (a construction software firm) and Building Mental Health (an online information portal about mental health, also developed by the charity). The new Construction Industry Helpline app will be a free, confidential service aimed at providing essential information and guidance on wellbeing…

As the construction industry moves toward net zero targets, accurate carbon measurement is becoming a critical part of responsible project delivery. With growing alignment to the UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard and lifecycle assessment frameworks like EN 15978 and the RICS V2, contractors and developers are increasingly expected to measure, report, and reduce carbon emissions across a building’s lifecycle….

Due to the proximity of some lower high voltage overhead lines the project decided to install the Xwatch system. This technology creates a virtual barrier around the plant and restricts the height that the arm of the excavator can be operated at. It also integrates with the contractors 3D design model so that the safety restrictions remain in place but…

This contractor has implemented smart tags which ensure that lifting apparatus and equipment has been reviewed via different colour tags each month. However, on a project with a vast array of lifting operations such as this, the system allows any of their delivery or safety teams, contractor staff and authorised persons to review each item in real-time. Each tag comes…