The team have devised an automated safety initiative whereby pedestrians are safeguarded from oncoming vehicles using the sites one-way system. Upon entering the one-way system, a motion detection device identifies a vehicle and automatically locks the pedestrian access/egress gates. Upon doing so, the vehicle barrier is lifted and the system uses a secondary device to record that the vehicle has…

This project is the first to use Gyproc SoundBloc Infinae© 100 12.5mm with Gypframe® Carbon Low metal profiles. The Gyproc board sets a new benchmark for sustainable construction, providing the industry with the first UK manufactured plasterboard as it is made 100% from it’s own recycled waste. Globally, gypsum board waste is a significant issue, with estimates suggesting over a…

This contractor is using mushroom packaging which is a sustainable substitute to polystyrene. This eco-friendly alternative provides the same protection while being fully biodegradable, cutting plastic waste and reducing carbon footprint. The product has the following features, it is: biodigestable, biodegradable, hydrophobic, cruelty-free, vegan and it is grown. The technical benefits of the product are it is: vibration tested, edge…

During high-risk activity reviews; the contractor identified and organised for a trial of a piece of equipment called a Roborigger, there are on two available in the UK. The device sets a load orientation and enables a load to be rotated in a controlled manner whilst suspended for a crane hook. When used here it prevented oversail of their 30m…

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has launched the Need to Talk Sticker as a discreet way for people in construction to access support when they need it most. The sticker features a QR code that takes you directly to CIOB Assist, where a range of help and resources are available. This is designed to be placed in private spaces, such…

To protect the 80,000 trees that have already been planted and allow them to establish, this contractor installed 6196m of fencing using a Cobalt Plant excavator which runs off Syntec fuel. This type of fuel is a suitable alternative to diesel and HVO, therefore aligning to the projects strategy to deliver using diesel-free construction. The team are also using an…

This contractor was collecting data on the air quality regarding their welding activities, Through this process they noticed this needed to be improved so procured a portable welding fume filter. Air quality issues on construction sites should be addressed quickly and collective control measures to protect the workforce are crucial. Noting the welding activities were causing them the most issues,…

In the construction industry earth blocks have previously been used for aesthetic and/or environmental reasons. This contractor has gone to the effort to test the blocks to achieve a 3 hour fire rating. Following the blocks passing this test they are now being used for structural and fire-rated walls. The earth blocks are formed from blue clay that was extracted…