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We’re in the middle of a second national lockdown, and the construction industry has been told to continue operating. But how do workers make sure they have optimal COVID safety measures on site or at their places of work? There have been many guidelines set out for...

The benefits of steel painting Steel painting offers more than just an added aesthetic. There are different benefits of steel painting that ensure protection and that work is kept to a good standard. Better resistance to corrosion Painting steel adds a layer of...

The environmental impact of structural steel is important when we think about the fact that the building sector is aiming to operate at ‘net-zero carbon’ by 2050. Buildings are currently responsible for 39% of global energy related carbon emissions. Materials and...

In this post we’ll be looking at how Computer Aided Design (CAD), benefits a project, whether it be for structural steel or architectural metalwork. With technology taking over, traditional drafting methods are becoming a thing of the past. CAD helps with not only the...

Many in the construction industry have adopted and are favouring off-site manufacturing. To reach needed levels of sustainability, plus the cost and productivity targets desired by the Government and the Construction Leadership Council, off-site manufacturing seems...

Safer environments are being created all over the world following the novel coronavirus outbreak. We explain how introducing antimicrobial touch surfaces into different environments can help create safer spaces. The world we live in now is very different to how it was...

There are a range of materials used in construction today, all with their pros and cons and different benefits. As structural steel experts, we’ve put together this post highlighting some of the advantages of this versatile material. Cheap and durable Steel can be a...

Now a popular feature in lots of architecture, and over the years being used for buildings exteriors and interiors, the first application of balustrades to buildings was in the early 15th century, for balconies on palaces in Venice and Verona. Balustrades have two...