Galliford Try
Combi Lifting Solution
On this project, a replacement launch nose that was 16 metres longer than the original was required due to modification for the redesigned bridge. The original launch nose did not enter the exclusion zone for the 133kV overhead cables. However, the new launch nose would pass straight beneath the overhead cable exclusion zone. They originally planned to use a large...
The Ultimate Cell 
This contractor has implemented Ultimate Cell, a hydrogen-based fuel enhancement system, on 15-tonne excavators. The system generates hydrogen through electrolysis and injects it into the air intake of diesel engines, improving combustion efficiency, lowering fuel use, and reducing emissions without requiring engine modifications. Ultimate Cell units were fitted to a 15-tonne excavator, site dumper and telehandler, and monitored over three...
Traffic Light Pedestrian Access
Most of the public footpaths across this project had to be closed to facilitate the works. The most popular route across the scheme is a footpath frequently used by dog walkers and ramblers. The contractor discussed how they could possibly maintain access on this route safely with the local ramblers association, the safety team and traffic management contractor with the...
Green Flood Lights
This contractor has taken the approach to install green flood lights as an alternative to traditional white lights on site. This has the benefit of being much more wildlife friendly by reducing the impact on the night vision of animals. Green lights have a lower ambience which also reduces the impact on neighbours as well as bringing a reduction in...
Arboricultural First Aid Grab Bag
The project team wanted to be able to respond to any damage to tree roots during the project without delaying the work through needing to request their Arboricultural clerk of works attend site. The team prepared a first aid kit with all the equipment and detailed instructions on how to deal with damage to tree roots in line with their...
Mobile Sponge Sucker
This Petrol Motor Power Sponge Cleaner is an advanced tool designed for cleaning cement and grout residues from surfaces such as quarry tiles, external paving slabs, natural stone, and granite sets. Using a continuous sponge band that cycles through a water bucket and rollers, the machine effectively cleans and compacts joints while removing excess sludge and water. This process ensures...
Market Stall Communications
As part of their commitment to fostering community engagement, this contractor has established a market stall in Halifax Borough Market, providing a central, accessible location for public interaction. The stall serves as a hub for sharing project updates on the A629 Phase 2 works, answering queries, and addressing concerns. Since its inception, they have welcomed over 150 visitors, demonstrating its...
Fildrain Geo-Composite Drainage Material
This project’s original embankment design required that a 500mm thick granular drainage layer, sandwiched between two layers of geotextiles, be placed onto the prepared formation before construction of the embankment. This layer serves two functions, one of which is drainage, and the other is to protect the formation from heavy construction machines. On this project the granular, (stone), layer was...
VR Headset Training for Health and Safety
The Health, Safety and Environment team has been awarded the prestigious Princess Royal Training Award this year for its ‘Choose the Safe Path Virtual Reality (VR)’ training initiative. The training for site safety scheme uses VR to focus on the prevention of falling objects. It comprises an interactive training package which provides employees with an authentic learning experience using real...
Treating Road Sweeper Arisings
This project is using the Filter Feeder dewatering system which uses no chemicals and requires no power supply to dewater/treat road sweeper arisings. The dewatering system uses beads, manufactured from recycled plastic which are nonbiodegradable, with an expected design life of 100 years and are non-toxic to plants and wildlife as the filter medium. The system is portable, so can...
Making Use of Surplus Concrete
On completion of a concrete pour there is often a small quantity of concrete left over that often ends up being placed in a skip and eventually crushed to produce fill material. To make better use of this valuable resource, this contractor has purchased several proprietary steel concrete block moulds. These moulds produce interlocking concrete blocks from the surplus concrete...
Local Radio Show Q and A Session
The project team took part in a Q and A session on the Community Focus Show on The Eye. The Eye is an award-winning community radio station, run by volunteers, that broadcasts to residents living in the local area. Questions asked by listeners about the scheme ranged from the provision for badgers to planting schemes and the duration of the...
LifeVac – Anti-Choking Life Saving Device
On this project they have procured a LifeVac, which is a simple, non-powered, effective, non-invasive device which can save lives. All staff on the project have been shown how this device works and been able to familiarise themselves with how to use it. If someone is choking and all the normal first aid methods have been applied and are unsuccessful,...
Safety Board
In addition to their mandatory site induction, this contractor has devised a project-specific internal safety storyboard to reinforce key messages to the workforce and visitors. The Safety board catered for all learner types and was an important way to ensure that the people working on the project understood the attitudes and behaviours expected when working on one of the sites....
Quensus Water Management System
This project has recently installed the Quensus Intelligent Water Management System, to minimise the risk of leaks and waste of water during the construction period. This is a temporary solution in place for the construction period and not a system built into the final building. The system allows management to monitor the daily, weekly and monthly water usage on site...
