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The team have devised an automated safety initiative whereby pedestrians are safeguarded from oncoming vehicles using the sites one-way system. Upon entering the one-way system, a motion detection device identifies a vehicle and automatically locks the pedestrian access/egress gates. Upon doing so, the vehicle barrier is lifted and the system uses a secondary device to record that the vehicle has…

This project is the first to use Gyproc SoundBloc Infinae© 100 12.5mm with Gypframe® Carbon Low metal profiles. The Gyproc board sets a new benchmark for sustainable construction, providing the industry with the first UK manufactured plasterboard as it is made 100% from it’s own recycled waste. Globally, gypsum board waste is a significant issue, with estimates suggesting over a…

This contractor is using mushroom packaging which is a sustainable substitute to polystyrene. This eco-friendly alternative provides the same protection while being fully biodegradable, cutting plastic waste and reducing carbon footprint. The product has the following features, it is: biodigestable, biodegradable, hydrophobic, cruelty-free, vegan and it is grown. The technical benefits of the product are it is: vibration tested, edge…

During high-risk activity reviews; the contractor identified and organised for a trial of a piece of equipment called a Roborigger, there are on two available in the UK. The device sets a load orientation and enables a load to be rotated in a controlled manner whilst suspended for a crane hook. When used here it prevented oversail of their 30m…