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This contractor has introduced the use of reverse graffiti to display the company logo on pavements and surrounding hoardings to assist with site wayfinding. Using high-pressure water and a custom stencil, the technique cleans targeted areas to reveal the logo without applying any materials. This not only enhances brand visibility but also provides a sustainable and creative method for guiding…
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 contractor used ‘Digital Diversion’ to track the time in seconds it took a vehicle to take the approved diversion during a full closure of the M42, and have used the data in evidence to secure further closures. Tracking vehicle diversion times in seconds during a full M42 closure provided precise, realtime data on traffic flow efficiency and diversion effectiveness….
Following a series of five break-ins on this project which resulted in significant financial loss and project disruption, the contractor implemented the SelectaDNA kit to deter thefts and protect their assets. The forensic marking system applies a unique DNA code to tools, equipment, and materials, making stolen items traceable back to the site. They also installed highly visible SelectaDNA signage…
This contractor has position visual noise monitors around the building on a (Red, Amber, Green) scale that visually alerts operatives of the noise level in the immediate area. The monitor is set at 85db and when noise levels reaches this level the warning light will flash red. Having this system in place removes the debate as to whether hearing protection…
Eurovia Contracting North is currently constructing a £5.5M infrastructure project for new industrial plots on the Markham Vale North Development. With a separate Earthworks contractor and various plot development contractors on site there is lots of traffic on the newly built road and operatives working next to it. A member of the site team; Alexa Hughes, Placement Student, went to…
When considering improving existing signage to this area, the contractor went to market and found that there was nothing available that suited their needs. Therefore they searched for a solution provider and worked closely with FHOSS to come up with an effective solution. This is a custom solution that will be shared with other projects once in a fully marketable…
Spotlight on… posters have been designed for general display in and around site welfare facilities. The Scheme has developed a collection of A3 posters from the series of ‘Spotlight on…’ learning toolkits. This resource has proven valuable for display on site and raising awareness amongst the workforce and visitors. To purchase these products, click here. To download a free electronic…
On their Ponteland Schools & Leisure Centre project, Kier have trialled a digital programme to provide more information to the public and convey key messages to their supply chain, operatives and staff. The programme displays the real time progress of the site and also provides detailed information on the project for the public. It is displayed on a 55″ screen…
Part of the redevelopment of Fosse Park, the Fosse Park Community Area started life as a conceptual idea that an area could be provided for the local community to view the project from a position of safety on a platform overlooking the site. Since the original concept, this has now developed into a much more practical opportunity to engage the…
The Wardian team have been involved in workshops and seminars about raising awareness of autism. Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that affects people in various ways and is different for each individual. Generally it can come from a specific sensual perspective of the world such as: hearing, seeing and feeling the world differently from others. However, there is also…
This project has added posters to their hoarding that celebrates twelve of the most prominent women in construction over the years from the 1500’s to the present day. They hope to have adults and children stop and take the time to read each poster and be inspired to become the next generation of construction workers.
The site has installed some pedestrian footfall counters in the surrounding area, which collect statistical information. This information is obtained at night time when the access road to the site is opened up for performances at the adjacent Arena. This information demonstrates how by opening up the road and displaying their adverts on the hoarding, RG are helping local businesses.
This contractor have installed signage to their site hoarding inviting passers-by to have an interest in a career in construction. The sign has a QR code directly linking them to their website where they can fill in an application form. This helps promote working opportunities to the local area and promotes construction and built environment.