This contractor is using the Vaisala system to drive through sites as part of the “Walk Talk” build process. The system looks for inconsistencies in the road, such as dips, and potholes as well as recording assets along the road. The information can be used to decide where patching might be required before the surface treatment takes place, after the…

On this project they had a number of trailers on site as part of an expansive logistics operation whereby a number of HGV trailers were delivered to the project simultaneously from overseas process teams and vendors. Working in partnership with the clients logistics team they reviewed options to manage a large quantity of HGV trailers. The team procured smart technology…

The construction industry regularly engages speakers to support workforce mental health. Taking a fresh and impactful approach, this contractor invited Zak Wilkinson a former bodybuilder and ex-scaffolder to share his personal journey of steroid abuse and its profound effects on both physical and mental wellbeing. Drawing from his lived experience within the construction sector, Zak delivered an on-site presentation that…

With their partners at Hertfordshire County Council, this contractor has introduced a new biogenic binder for their Microsurfacing works. This is made using tree-based materials that lock in carbon, not emit it and has resulted in a 30% reduction in carbon footprint with no compromise on performance. This small change has built the same road with smarter materials which has…

The project team have engaged specialist remote controlled logistics moving equipment skates in order to distribute equipment around the project at pace. These remote controlled skates are able to navigate tight spaces and mitigate the need for human contact with moving loads. In doing so this technology has saved countless man hours ensuring a safe and efficient means of material…

When you work in construction and need to drive for your job, the risks of drink driving can add up really fast. You risk losing your licence, losing your career, or injuring yourself, a colleague or a mate – or worse. The Scheme have worked alongside THINK! and Drinkaware in relation to their ‘Drink a little, risk a lot’ campaign,…

When you work in construction and need to drive for your job, the risks of drink driving can add up really fast. You risk losing your licence, losing your career, or injuring yourself, a colleague or a mate – or worse. The Scheme have worked alongside THINK! and Drinkaware in relation to their ‘Drink a little, risk a lot’ campaign,…

When you work in construction and need to drive for your job, the risks of drink driving can add up really fast. You risk losing your licence, losing your career, or injuring yourself, a colleague or a mate – or worse. The Scheme have worked alongside THINK! and Drinkaware in relation to their ‘Drink a little, risk a lot’ campaign,…