April 26, 2024
The Pros and Cons of Portable Buildings Vs Bricks & Mortar
If you are in need of more space or extra facilities at a school, hospital, logistics hub or business park, then you may be investigating the best means of putting it in place. The default choice is no longer a traditional construction method such as bricks and mortar, as the quality of premium portable buildings […]
March 15, 2024
The UK Takes A Step Closer To Decent Truck Stop Facilities
The provision of truck stop buildings in the UK has long been a source of concern and frustration in the road haulage community. In fact, some drivers have cited inadequate service points as the reason why they have quit the sector or retired early. The shortage of HGV drivers may have passed its peak crisis […]
January 31, 2024
Modular Buildings: The Answer To The UK’s Classroom Crisis?
A new BBC investigation has revealed the shocking state of Britain’s school buildings. It is already widely known that hundreds of school buildings have been rendered uninhabitable because of the presence of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (Raac). However this may be just the tip of the iceberg. An episode of the BBC current affairs programme […]
August 29, 2023
Why Modular Buildings Can Help The UK’s Toxic School Crisis
The former health secretary Matt Hancock has said that the UK is facing a ‘slow-burning crisis’ from the threat of asbestos that is still present in many of the schools and hospitals around the country. Despite the fact that the use of asbestos was banned in the UK in 1999, the toxic material still causes […]
August 29, 2023
Why A Shelter May Be Useful At The Crooked House
The use of PVC fabric shelters can be very beneficial at busy construction or demolition sites, particularly if people are there for long periods or constant security is needed for any reason. That can be true at any time of year, but even more so as autumn approaches. A place where this may be particularly […]
August 21, 2023
The Benefits of Installing A Portable Gatehouse Building
A gatehouse is an essential security feature for locations such as large building sites, business premises, festivals, carparks, and more. They provide a safe and convenient focal point for security operations, and are a first point of contact for visitors. Here are some advantages of using a portable building for your gatehouse. A range of […]
July 28, 2023
Modular Buildings Could Ease The UK Housing Crisis
The government has pledged to build 1 million homes in this Parliament, despite backpedalling on its new homes target in December 2022. The Property Industry Eye reports that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made the pledge during a speech by the Housing and Levelling Up Secretary, Michael Gove. The government faced criticism last year when it […]
July 24, 2023
What Businesses Could Benefit From Portable Cabins?
Not every business fits a certain mould, which is why office blocks or industrial units might not be the best choice of space for a lot of companies. Instead, buying a PVC fabric building could be the ideal solution for some industries. Find out which would benefit most from portable cabins by reading on. Car […]
July 5, 2023
How Modular Buildings Are Helping Ukraine To Recover
The ongoing hostilities in Ukraine have led to the damage and destruction of thousands of buildings, including homes, hospitals, offices, shops, and schools. As part of the rebuilding and recovery process, modular buildings are being used to help recreate devastated communities. Modular construction has many advantages in situations where there is an urgent need for […]
June 16, 2023
Temporary Ambulance Hubs To Provide Extra Support for NHS
Modular and portable buildings are widely used throughout the healthcare industry, and they have been in especially high demand in recent years. In the latest development, the UK government has announced that £50m of funding will be released to create six new ambulance hubs plus an extra 42 discharge lounges at hospitals throughout England. Some […]
June 8, 2023
Why Are Modular Buildings So Popular In 2023?
Modular buildings are an increasingly popular option for businesses and organisations who want to create new working space in a timely, cost effective, and sustainable way. Outdated perceptions about poor quality prefabs that are difficult to heat are fast falling away as modern methods of construction have very high standards. It seems that the UK […]
June 6, 2023
Do You Need Planning Permission To Install A Modular Building?
Portable cabins or modular buildings are an ideal solution for situations where extra indoor space is required within a short period of time. They can be installed and ready to use within a matter of days, saving time and money and minimising disruption when compared with traditional building methods. However, it is important to plan […]
