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The project team, using as built information and record photos of the installation, were able to identify the original method for installation, which while this could not be recreated allowed them to develop a concept to remove the glazing from within the building, using a variety of hoisting methods. They finalised a bespoke recovery method, which successfully allowed them to…
This contractors introduced a purpose-built jet wash attachment designed specifically to clean the underside of vehicles. It enables thorough cleaning before services and MOT’s, as well as for general maintenance. The attachment is easy to install and operate, making it suitable for use across fleet depots, service centers, and construction sites. Traditional vehicle cleaning methods often neglect the undercarriage, leading…
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…
A small electronic system is fixed to each sign throughout this project. When a sign goes down or has tipped due to wind an alert with the location of the sign is sent via SMS to a response crew. The response crew is then able to respond within 20 minutes to address the issue, and a notification is then sent…
This Petrol Motor Power Sponge Cleaner is an advanced tool designed for cleaning cement and grout residues from surfaces such as quarry tiles, external paving slabs, natural stone, and granite sets. Using a continuous sponge band that cycles through a water bucket and rollers, the machine effectively cleans and compacts joints while removing excess sludge and water. This process ensures…
This project has the potential to cause a lot of dust, to mitigate this, the contractor has implemented Hazpods across site, opposed to the standard air filtration units. This is due to the system being able to clear more air faster, making the work area clear of dust quicker. As they progress with the stone alterations to the external of…
Salt grit has been replaced with potassium acetate crystals on the deck. This is distributed using a hopper towed by an electric van (powered with 100% renewable energy). To enable this, council gritters stop spreading when they reach the bridge. The contractor uses MetDesk to receive their own weather alerts to know when they need to apply the crystals. Potassium…
We are delighted to be able to help young artists by promoting their work. It is important to help encourage and sustain an inclusive community and environment for all members of society. Hoarding can be used in this approach to provide an accessible, public and legal pallet for street artists to show off their talent. Our site hoarding is keeping…
A bespoke water misting system has been attached to the conveyor belt on this project. The misting controls the dust from waste materials prior to loading into tippers. This new piece of equipment was sourced from the supplier which has a purpose built mist suppression system – this has been designed to thoroughly wet the load prior to delivery in…
With the ever-changing weather in the UK, we have invested in a fork mounted sweeper to help us control mud on site. The sweeper also has a built in water tank to allow us to suppress the dust when the weather is dry. Being fork mounted, we are able to use this immediately and not have to rely on a…
In 2014, A-one+ picked 8,895 bags of litter from the Area 12 (Yorkshire & Humber) project, and in 2015 A-one+ picked 13,780 bags of litter. This 2015 figure represents a 55% increase since 2014. Putting this in context, in 2015 A-one+ picked on average 53 bags of litter every weekday of the year – laid side by side enough to…
Litter – What is the problem? The appearance and condition of a construction site and its perimeter is often the first, only and lasting impression that members of the public who live and work around the activity have of the construction industry. The Considerate Constructors Scheme regularly receives complaints regarding litter on and around construction projects. This instalment of Resolving…
The appearance of your site should be constantly maintained at a high standard. Constructors should always strive to provide an excellent first impression by maintaining a clean and tidy site, as this reinforces the considerate nature of the construction industry. Litter around site negatively impacts the appearance of your site to the local community. Below is an example of a simple method that…
As part of routine maintenance of highways we need to cut extensive amounts of grass along the highway verges including on uneven ground and up and down embankments. We know that slips, trips and falls are some of our bigger risks, and that alternative plant to carry out these tasks can include use of vibrating tools (e.g. strimmers) with associated…
A Foam belt cleaner has been used by this contractor to remove all excess grout from areas of slabs. It uses a continuous sponge band that is fed through a water bucket and rollers. The excess sludge and water are squeezed out leaving the sponge clean to repeat the cycle. This is now leaving tidy uniform joints and saving up to…