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Emergency Lowering System

Published 23 July 2026 | Written by Jack Endean
CategoriesControls Emergency preparedness Inspection and assurance

Navigator’s Emergency Lowering System (E.L.S.) represents a significant advancement in safety for manual push-around access platforms. Integrated directly into the platform’s operating mechanism, the fully mechanical system enables immediate, controlled descent in the event of operator incapacitation without the need for batteries, tools or specialist intervention. Activation is simple and intuitive, using a dedicated lever built into the handle mechanism,…

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Electric Alligator Shears

Published 23 July 2026 | Written by Jack Endean
CategoriesControls Health risk assessments and monitoring Inspection and assurance

The introduction of electric alligator shear technology provides a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional reciprocating saws for on-site cutting operations. Operated using a foot pedal, the equipment delivers fast, precise cutting while reducing the physical effort required from operatives. By replacing handheld cutting methods, the alligator shear streamlines the process, improves productivity and reduces the time needed to…

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  • Beacon Programme

    It is with immense pride that this contractor share the success and growing impact of their Beacon

  • Workforce Skills from Green to Blue!

    This contractor is committed to supporting underrepresented groups through their CRE8 programme

  • Breathaboard

    The project piloted the use of Breathaboard, a bio-based wallboard made from hemp that provides

  • Eco-friendly Roofing Material

    The project selected Vanquish Eco as its new waterproof roof membrane, an innovative product

  • Laser Cleaning Activities

    The project pioneered the use of laser cleaning technology on a construction project to prepare

  • Breathaboard

    The project piloted the use of Breathaboard, a bio-based wallboard made from hemp that provides

  • Eco-friendly Roofing Material

    The project selected Vanquish Eco as its new waterproof roof membrane, an innovative product

  • Laser Cleaning Activities

    The project pioneered the use of laser cleaning technology on a construction project to prepare

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