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The contractor implemented a solar powered compound with supplier which has led to a carbon reduction of 1tCO2e per week throughout the trial. This was considered so successful that they have maintained the use post-trial and will be implementing solar power where possible in the future in combination with other energy sources such as Hydrogen. The contractor helped to design…

A novel way to lift prefabricated modules into place was designed, which reduces the risk of the activity, makes it possible to set down heavy equipment in confined spaces and avoids the need for extensive temporary works. The initiative includes a C-shaped lifting hook fitted with an equalizer on top. The equalizer keeps the load completely leveled while lifting, while…

SlurrySep is a line of reactive separating agents composed of minerals, pH adjusting components, and polymers. They are specially blended high efficiency formulas designed to remove high levels of suspended solids from wastewaters leaving clean water for compliant discharge or reuse. Remaining sludge is non-leachable and will pass Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP). This is a cost-effective waste treatment process…

A cab heater has been installed to use during colder periods to reduce fuel consumption. The independent cab heaters mean that engines in the machines do not have to be on which then reduces idling times. Reduction on fuel is an important issue not just within construction but globally. This is a cost efficient way of managing the current crisis…

In their efforts to reduce carbon on the project this contractor has researched various methods of bridge building and materials used. This has seen them now working with Janson Bridges to create a Fibre Reinforced Plastic (FRP) bridge as the solution on the Tyn-y-Bryn project. Traditionally bridge construction consists of large amounts of concrete and steel which creates a large…

This project will be the first of it’s kind to have a Biophilic façade. It refers to the utilisation of live plant species and the creation of a ‘live’ environment cavity along the façade that could support the species. This cavity is designed to be a fully automated, irrigated, ventilated and climate controlled space. Two layers of glass (double skin)…

The Adamson 1 requires very little maintenance as it is made out of a lightweight blue material in the shape of a saddle bag that can be draped over an existing or temporary barrier. The bag is designed with a pocket either side to place a sandbag in, ensuring that the bag cannot be knocked out of place. This can…

This is a new method of construction that changes the way the industry build houses for conservation areas where a traditional brick finish is required. This building has been constructed using a Local Homes Eco200 timber panel combined with a Saint-Gobain brickslip system. This allows offsite manufacture of a finished panel to come to site on a truck, for erection…

This contractor is using a lifting attachment that uses both new and tried and tested technology, levels loads effectively and safely with high precision. The attachment can handle both light and heavy objects, ranging from 0 kg up to 20 tonnes. For this normally a snatch block would be needed but with this attachment the operative can release the chain-wheel…

A Construction Academy has been set up within a prison whereby the contractor in partnership with the local College to teach, monitor and assess upon completion various trades, building a small house with 6 custodial residents over a 12 week period. The aim of this initiative is to: Roll out a continued program 3-4 times a year Provide people in…

Typically, on a construction site the only monitoring of air quality is through a 24/7 monitor with the aim of warning the project of any spikes in poor local air quality. This contractor has been working with an Air Quality Consultant, supporting them to build specific calculator tools that businesses can use to footprint particulate matter (PM10 &PM2.5) and NOx…

This contractor has implemented a system that works through a 360-degree multi camera that detects the human form and communicates visually and audibly to the plant operator. As well as alerts inside the cab, a klaxon sound warns people, all detections are collected (subject to the relevant GDPR compliance) and displayed on a web-based portal for analysis and meetings are…

Smart Hoist is a software that has been retrofitted to this contractors hoists. It involves an artificial intelligence camera, two sets of wireless screens inside and outside the hoist car and an intelligent wireless call system. The system is designed to bring three main benefits: Improves safety on site e.g. PPE recognition, wind alerts, cctv inside hoist Improves efficiency of…

This contractor is using a new way of lifting air-conditioning cassettes into grid ceilings. The device is fitted to the drop rods which holds the cassette, followed by a wire and harness coming down which holds the unit. Lastly the operative attached their drill to the device to winch the unit up. This removes the need for large heavy genie…

During the installation of heavy fire doors on site, the carpentry contractor is using a door installation tool. Usually, fitting front entrance doors is a two man operation as the doors can weigh 100kg. They enticed the carpenters to use a new product they found called the Door Stud. The door sits on the tool which allows one operative to…