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Tracked Scissor Lifter

Published 16 June 2025 | Written by Jack Endean
CategoriesControls Energy efficient plant and equipment

This contractor is using a tracked scissor lift capable of driving at different levels with each track and also at different slopes whilst maintaining a self levelling platform. This equipment is new to the industry and the contractor has carried out a case study for the equipment to allow for enhancements moving forward including, but not limited to future electric…


Flameless Electrically Controlled Compound Heater

Published 16 June 2025 | Written by Jack Endean
CategoriesCarbon reduction Modern methods of construction

This contractor is using an electrically controlled, compound heater (Epot) which has been designed for the melting and heating of modern bituminised rubber compounds (hot-melt) used in structural roofing and waterproofing installations. With fast heat up and melting times, and controllable, user-friendly features the Epot avoids the safety and quality control issues arising from the use of gas fired pots….


Circular Packaging Solution

Published 16 June 2025 | Written by Jack Endean
CategoriesCarbon reduction Circular economy Conserve of resources Monitoring and recording of resource usage

Collaborating with one of their suppliers, this contractor has developed a solution to the packaging waste being produced on construction projects. Ecopak is a modular system comprising inner and outer polypropylene packaging that can be reused multiple times, allowing for the packaging of mixed types of lighting product and comes with GPS tagging so products can be tracked digitally following…


AI Safety Monitoring

Published 16 June 2025 | Written by Jack Endean
CategoriesCoaching for unsafe actions Controls Inspection and assurance

This contractor is utilising their time-lapse cameras to support workforce safety and PPE compliance on the project. They have been working with their provider in conjunction with the manufacturer to develop AI safety monitoring and other metrics including identifying PPE compliance and monitoring of exclusion zones and plant activity. This important data is being used to develop learnings and create…


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