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Purchasing an excavator is a BIG decision so understanding the difference between two of the most common excavators can make all the difference in the process. Consideration of the strengths and weaknesses of both and evaluating the types of jobs that you do or will be doing in the future will determine which will be …
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the budget for 2021, which presented many items that will affect the construction industry significantly. There have been many reactions and comments from chief figures in construction and they seem positive for the most part. Some of the key points that were announced were the extension of Furlough until the end …
Are you currently the owner of a retail park? Are you the owner of a large commercial property? If you are, you know that there are times where you will need to have the roofs replaced, and this can often be a very expensive and time-consuming process. If you do not have any expertise in …
In an industrial setting, there are numerous reasons why one should opt for sound proof doors. While normal doors may block minimal amounts of noise and keep the noise from outside slightly contained, completely shutting off the noise might not be a bad idea at all. Here are some reasons why industrial sound proof doors …
If you use a warehouse to store goods or as an active working environment, the integrity and quality of your roof are important. This ensures a safe way to store goods along with the safety and health of your workers. Regardless of whether you plan to refurbish your existing roof or install a new roof, …
With limited space being a major issue in the UK, turning your front garden into extra parking can be a tempting option. Additional off-street parking can also add considerable value to your property, especially so for housing in expensive urban areas. This could be an ideal solution for anyone that is having to fight for …
If you have been to a local mall, or even a shopping centre, you may have noticed security guards that walk the grounds. They are constantly monitoring the interior of these facilities, as well as the exterior areas including the parking lot. You may not understand why they are important until you need them. There …
Bearings are parts of a machine that facilitate motion towards a specific direction. They act by supporting a device to achieve its goal. They are a vital element in that they play a massive role in reducing friction and providing efficient performance. Bearings come in different designs like ball bearings, rotary bearings and roller bearings, …
The UK government published a written ministerial statement on planning and construction working hours on the 13th of May 2020. This statement requests that local planning authorities should approve an extension of construction sites working hours meaning they will be able to operate Monday-Saturday until 9 pm. The statement states that these requests should be …
The handling of pallets and materials that takes place in warehouses and pallet transport is crucial to helping staff. However, a pallet truck is additionally a really efficient piece of kit which will help the team operate safely and more productively within the warehouse or on the road. What is a pallet truck? Pallet trucks …