Why is MMC not more common?

A new NHBC report on Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) has just been released which looks at the benefits to industry, as well as current reluctance to adoption. The organisation’s head of standards, research and innovation, Richard Smith, explains. Prefabricated... View Article

Budget 2021: a boost for construction?

An extension to the furlough scheme, a £10m MMC taskforce, a new ‘Infrastructure Bank’ totalling £12bn in capital, £15bn to be spent on the transition to net zero by 2050, an extension on the stamp duty holiday, and the introduction... View Article

Has Covid-19 been a catalyst for modular?

Lockdown and all the subsequent restrictions have seen greater emphasis placed on the utilisation of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). Wayne Oakes, director at engineering consultancy firm Dice, looks at how this is breaking the stigma that still persists. The... View Article

10 years of high performance composite windows and doors

Celebrating 10 years of producing the finest windows and doors in the UK, Norrsken’s founders and directors talk about what they represent and why they’re market leaders for performance windows and doors. Who are we? / Why are we passionate... View Article

Introducing Forbo’s New Acoustic Collection

With various studies documenting the negative effects unwanted noise can have on peoples’ well-being, Forbo Flooring Systems has developed a new Acoustic Collection. Combining its well-established Sarlon acoustic vinyl range with its award-winning Modul’up adhesive free solutions, the new collection... View Article

Garden rooms made beautiful with SterlingOSB Zero

With more and more people working and studying at home, the need for extra space has grown enormously. Whether it’s somewhere to make Zoom calls in peace, or to chill after a long day juggling home-schooling, or to get on... View Article

Domus Ventilation Launches Next Gen High Performance MVHR Systems

Domus Ventilation, part of the Polypipe group, has launched its next generation, improved performance HRXE Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) units for a wider range of residential properties than ever before. HRXE-HERA™ and HRXE-AURA™ high performance MVHR systems combine... View Article

Fusing Efficient Ventilation

Effective, compliant ventilation of multi-occupancy rooms is simplified with an innovative concept from Gilberts of Blackpool. The air movement specialist’s Mistrale Fusion (MFS)Terminal delivers optimum internal air control for less than £5.00/room/annum. The initial single-sided through-structure unit provides a one... View Article