Category: Featured
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Trimble Groundworks Integrates with Vermeer Pile Drivers for Solar Construction
Trimble and Vermeer announced Sept. 25, 2025, that the Trimble Groundworks machine control system is now available for Vermeer PD10R and PD25R remote control pile drivers. The integration is designed to bring greater automation to solar farm construction, increasing the speed, accuracy and efficiency of piling operations. With the Trimble system, the pile driver automatically…
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‘1.5 million homes is completely achievable – but they must be good quality’
Former Mace director Mike Reader MP has quickly made his mark in Parliament since last year’s election and chairs the newly formed APPG for Excellence in the Built Environment. He talks to Will Mann about housing targets, MMC, a mooted construction GCSE – and wrestling. Mike Reader MP. Image: Julie Kim Construction professionals are known…
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Can solar panels catch fire? We look at the risks
Solar panels are marketed as a safe, green solution, but what if the very panels on your roof could spark a fire? It’s a risk many homeowners have never considered, yet recent cases prove that although it is rare it is also very much possible. So, how can solar panels catch fire and what’s behind…
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In pictures | The best images from September
A round-up of the most impressive construction pictures from the past month. Image: HS2 Bespoke gantry system for HS2 TBMs removal Dutch heavy lifting company Mammoet worked with tunnel boring machine (TBM) manufacturer Herrenknecht and HS2 tunnels main contractor, Skanska Costain Strabag joint venture, to design and assemble a custom gantry system to lift four…
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Is Virtual Vertical Integration Possible in the Construction Industry?
I just listened to a fascinating interview on Bricks and Bytes with Jan-Hendrik Goldbeck, co-CEO of Goldbeck. The interview inspired me to raise a provocative question: Could vertical integration, similar to that of Goldbeck’s, be achieved virtually, without creating an “asset-heavy” conglomerate? Vertically integrated construction Goldbeck GmbH has spent over 50 years establishing itself as…
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Strategic Networking Tips for Concrete Contractors and Equipment Rental Professionals
In concrete contracting and equipment rental sectors, strategic networking is more than just a tool — it’s a pathway to success. Sharing resources and expertise is crucial, especially as the demand for concrete and equipment rental continues to rise with the demand for infrastructure projects and residential and commercial construction. Networking is not just about…
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Can you paint a log burner? They don’t always have to be black
It’s a straightforward question: ‘Can you paint a log burner?’ and one you’re probably asking yourself if your log burner looks tired and needs a refresh. The quick answer is yes, but there are essential steps and materials you need to get it right. Once finished, not only will you achieve a smart new look…
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Can the Government’s new planning lawyer deliver 1.5m homes?
The Government has appointed Catherine Howard, a senior planning lawyer, as Infrastructure and Planning Adviser to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, in a bid to tackle delays in housebuilding. Howard will advise on implementing planning reforms aimed at increasing the pace of approvals for housing projects. The appointment comes as ministers face pressure to meet the target…
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The Link Up: Em’s New Sofas, Jess’ Perfect Suede Jacket, And The Resuable Cure To Annoying Flies
It’s been a very intense and rather devastating couple of weeks for our country. Part of you wants to scream at the top of your lungs, another part of you doesn’t have the words. While there are many issues that many of us will sadly never agree on, one that we feel we can is…
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How to master living room mood lighting according to experts
Getting living room mood lighting right can feel like a balancing act. Go too bright and the space feels stark, but leave it too dim and it quickly tips into gloomy rather than cosy. The trick is to find a lighting design that adapts to how you actually use the room. Mood lighting is all…