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Steel vs. Concrete vs. Timber: Choosing the Right Structural System for Your Project
This article compares steel, concrete, and timber as structural systems, analyzing their market shares, cost efficiencies, sustainability credentials, and regulatory impacts in the UK. It highlights regional preferences, emerging hybrid solutions, and evolving trends in material selection and construction practices.
Drones & 3D Scanning: Tech Revolutionizing Structural Inspections
This article examines how drone technology and 3D scanning are revolutionising structural inspections in the UK. It explores advancements like LiDAR, AI-powered defect detection, regulatory changes enabling BVLOS operations, and their impact on safety, sustainability, cost savings, and maintenance efficiency.
3D-Printed Buildings: A Structural Engineer’s Take on Printed Concrete Construction
This article examines the rapid expansion of 3D-printed concrete construction in the UK, highlighting innovations in structural systems, sustainable materials, regulatory compliance, and seismic testing. Case studies illustrate industry partnerships and practical adoption, addressing challenges and opportunities in structural safety and market growth.
Rise of the Robo-Builder: AI, BIM and Robots in Construction 2025
This blog explores major construction technology trends for 2025, including AI-driven design, advanced BIM, digital twins, robotics, drones, exoskeletons, and 3D printing. These innovations enhance productivity, safety, and precision for steelwork, SFS, architecture, and contracting professionals navigating the evolving industry.
Building Green and Buying Smart: 2025 Construction Rules on Sustainability and Procurement
UK construction faces sweeping change as new sustainability laws and the Procurement Act 2023 reshape the industry. Tighter energy standards, biodiversity mandates, and a unified public procurement regime mean contractors must deliver lower-carbon, nature-positive buildings and meet new criteria for public sector work from 2024 to 2025.
Building Safety Shake-Up: New UK Laws Raising the Bar on Fire and Construction Standards
Post-Grenfell reforms are transforming UK construction in 2024–2025. The Building Safety Act, tighter fire regulations, and increased liability demand higher standards, transparency, and sustainability across the industry. This overview unpacks the new responsibilities, legal exposures, and practical changes affecting architects, engineers, and developers.
Merdeka 118: Reaching New Heights in Sustainable Design
Merdeka 118 soars above Kuala Lumpur’s skyline – a crystalline megatall tower that’s officially the world’s second tallest building.
Steel “Oops”: 5 Common Construction Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Even experienced teams make mistakes. This blog breaks down five common steel construction errors—from misaligned bolts to missing bracing—and offers practical tips to avoid them on your next project.