Just how powerful is training as a tool in the construction industry? The experts at SPIT (a brand of ITW Construction Products) give their verdict. In the construction industry, where safety and skill are paramount, continuous training is vital. With new technologies and methods emerging, as people who work in the M&E space, you must ...

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With winter’s shorter days creating challenges for industries and communities alike, Darren Binns, National Sales Manager at Jefferson Tools, delves into the art of choosing the right lighting solutions. From construction sites to festive markets, he shares insights into how Jefferson Tools products are designed to illuminate tasks, environments, and imaginations. As the winter months ...

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Makita has launched a new cordless Bluetooth speaker designed for versatility and quality sound. Powered either by Makita’s 18V LXT or 40VMax XGT batteries, or AC mains power, the MR014G XGT/LXT Jobsite Speaker has been built to withstand the toughest work environments, offering professionals with a choice of music, podcasts, playlists, or even karaoke whatever ...

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The CEO of a national construction charity is demanding the government gets tough on criminals who target tradespeople’s vehicles – often stealing thousands of pounds worth of tools and equipment – as it’s forcing small building businesses out of business because their insurance premiums are skyrocketing and they can’t afford to replace what has been ...

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How is smart technology transforming the way data is shared in the construction industry? The team at SPIT (a brand of ITW Construction Products) provide some more insight. Smart technology is revolutionising the construction industry, helping to streamline processes, improve accuracy and enhance safety. Technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), Internet of Things (IoT) ...

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With knee protection a key consideration for workers on-site daily, the experts at Carhartt provide more insight into the difficulties knee problems can cause for construction workers and how the launch of a new garment can help to alleviate such issues. In the construction industry, where bending, lifting and crawling are daily routines, knee pain ...

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WernerCo has announced that going forward it will be known as ProDriven Global Brands, reflecting its growth strategy in serving the professional construction, industrial and automotive industries. Effective immediately, the transition to ProDriven Global Brands demonstrates the company’s commitment to serving professionals through a diversified brand and product portfolio. Justin White, Managing Director at ProDriven ...

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Improved multi-purpose hanger delivers superior installation efficiency Making the suspension of building services simpler and more efficient than ever before, Gripple, the world-leading manufacturer of wire joiners and tensioners, has unveiled a brand-new version of its popular B-LOCK suspension hanger. Designed with user convenience in mind, the B-LOCK hanger features wire entry markers for easy ...

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The new President of Scotland’s largest construction industry trade association, SELECT, has warned that the demands on the electrical network to power artificial intelligence (AI) may become unsustainable as it becomes a growing part of society. Mike Stark, who recently took over as President of the campaigning electrical body said that the UK’s National Grid could struggle to satisfy the voracious energy needs ...

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Fergus is encouraging the trade to prioritise mental health, following recent statistics from the Lighthouse Charity that showed a 30 per cent increase in demand for its help and support from the construction sector over the last year. These figures follow in the wake of a 2020 report from the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) ...

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