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Signage

Reverse Graffiti Wayfinding

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…


Monitoring Roads for Inconsistencies

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…


Sign Asset Monitoring System

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…


Digital Diversion

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….


Site Breach and Theft Deterrent

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…


Visual Noise Monitors

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…


Childrens 11mph Poster Competition

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…


FHOSS Cast Projectors for Pedestrian Safety

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

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…


Promoting Women in Construction

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.


Promoting Careers in Construction on the Hoarding

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.


Interactive Football Hoarding

With the project being located alongside Newcastle United’s stadium at St James Park, the contractor have attempted to interact with passing football fans in a different way. By displaying the site organisational chart and team as football players they thought it would bring better interaction and engagement with the public. They also left a blank space for members of the…


Using Flowers to Improve Signage

Sisk needed to warn approaching vehicles and vulnerable road users that a construction site was ahead. However it was decided that rather than adding to the existing road signage of this mature area of Dublin that a different approach could be taken which would also improve the appearance of the area. The site decided to have a number of sturdy…


Closed Loop Recycling Scheme for Signage

At Great Portland Estate’s Hanover Square project, the Mace team have implemented a closed loop recycling scheme for site signage. This initiative has meant that signage made from plastics that are traditionally disposed of via the waste and logistics contractor, are instead collected on site and returned to the supplier as part of a closed loop recycling scheme, meaning they are…


Temporary City Bus Stop

To allow for the footpath widening and new road layout, most of the bus stops along the Headrow were replaced with temporary bus stops and shelters while work was carried out. During this work, clear signage was in place to avoid confusion and to ensure that pedestrians, bus drivers and motorists were kept safe. The temporary bus stops worked well, along…


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