April 12, 2024
Interior Design Ideas For Modular Office Buildings In The UK
Modular office cabins are an increasingly popular choice for businesses in the UK. They can be installed within a matter of days, and can be expanded or relocated as required. This suits the nature of modern businesses very well, as changing office uses such as hybrid and remote working call for greater flexibility and freedom […]
April 3, 2024
Going Swimmingly: The Revival Of The UK’s Outdoor Pools
Over the past decade, the UK has enjoyed a revival of its outdoor swimming pools and ponds. The 1920s and 30s saw the construction of hundreds of open-air pools, known as lidos, as interest grew in leisure activities and health and fitness across all sections of society. However, many of these national treasures were left […]
March 6, 2024
Portable Cabins: The Workhorses Of British Outdoor Events
Spring has arrived at last, and we are beginning to enjoy a reawakening of the outdoors, with longer days and fresh green shoots appearing in the garden. Shortly, the outdoor event season will be gearing up for the year, with a multitude of festivals, fairs, shows and exhibitions waiting in the wings. Outdoor events continue […]
February 23, 2024
HSE Launches Campaign To Keep People Safe From Asbestos
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a new campaign to raise awareness of the legal duties regarding asbestos management. Asbestos was banned for use as a construction material in 1999 due to harmful and even fatal effects on human health. However, millions of buildings that were constructed before this date are thought to […]
February 6, 2024
5 Reasons Why Modular Buildings Are Now So Popular In The UK
The image of modular buildings has evolved rapidly over the past couple of decades. At one time, they were viewed as a temporary solution to provide emergency storage facilities or shelter. The quality, aesthetics and usability of these older prefabricated buildings could often leave a lot to be desired. However, the image has now shifted […]
January 18, 2024
How PVC Fabric Shelters Can Help With Logistics Planning
The world of logistics planning is becoming more and more time and resource intensive, as demand continues to grow for new products and materials. Recent worldwide shortages in labour, raw materials, and warehousing space have compounded the issues, impacting supply chains and causing costly delays. There is also a growing need to meet environmental and […]
December 29, 2023
The Crucial Role of Quality Truck Stop Facilities in the UK
The logistics sector has come under significant pressures during the last few years, facing huge challenges such as the pandemic, Brexit, and a shortage of labour. In particular there has been a scarcity of lorry drivers as older workers left the industry and not enough new drivers were recruited and trained. One of the reasons […]
December 20, 2023
Hotels And Libraries Join List Of Buildings Affected By Raac
The list of buildings affected by reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (Raac) has been growing over the last few months. The issue first hit the headlines back in September when over a hundred schools had to close at the beginning of term due to unsafe concrete in roofs, walls, or floors. Raac is a lightweight building […]
December 11, 2023
Why PVC Fabric Shelters Are An Ideal Warehousing Solution
Warehouse space in the UK is in extremely short supply, as a combination of underinvestment in new facilities and an increase in the rate of online shopping have driven up demand. In the run up to Christmas and the following January sales, this can be an obstacle for retailers and suppliers who want to have […]
November 24, 2023
Call To Speed Up Rebuilding Of Hospitals Affected By RAAC
A government committee has said that it has no confidence that the promised 40 new hospitals will be built by 2030, as was promised. Several hospitals across the country have already installed modular buildings to provide much-need extra ward capacity or to replace outdated facilities that are affected by crumbling infrastructure. Furthermore, a new report […]
November 24, 2023
Could Asbestos Be The New RAAC Crisis For UK Schools?
The crumbling concrete crisis forced many schools around the UK to close or use alternative accommodation such as portable cabins at the start of the new school year. Many schools are still uncertain when or if they will ever be able to return to their usual buildings after reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) was deemed […]
November 20, 2023
How Temporary Portable Buildings Can Boost Christmas Sales
We are on the brink of the festive season, and that means the hospitality and retail sector are getting ready for the most profitable time of the year. Here’s how hiring a temporary portable building can help you to make the most of your space at this time of the year. Pop-up retail venues The […]
