A bulldozer (or just a dozer) is a heavy piece of plant equipment found on many construction sites. It can be characterised by its large, flat blade attached to the front, which can be moved and lifted with its hydraulic … Continue reading
Continue Reading
Environmental Impact of Construction Machinery
Pollutant emissions from non-road mobile machinery (NRMM) significantly contribute to air pollution by emitting carbon oxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. NRMM is defined as any mobile machine, item of transportable industrial equipment or vehicle that … Continue reading
Continue Reading
Benefits of Choosing Recycled Aggregates
Recycled aggregates provide many advantages for those working within the construction industry. They occur as a by-product from construction materials that have not been used before or made from reprocessing materials previously used in construction or demolition.
Continue Reading
Working at Height Hazards
Working from height refers to any place where someone could fall a distance liable to cause injury. Working at height is one of the most common causes of fatalities and injuries in the construction industry. Falls are frequent from ladders … Continue reading
Continue Reading
What Should Be Considered Before Demolition
Demolition of Buildings Demolition work can be a necessary part of any building project. Whether it’s taking down a section of wall to make room for something else, or demolishing a whole structure completely, sometimes demolition is needed to move … Continue reading
Continue Reading
The Key Questions You Need to Ask Your Plant Hire Company
When your construction project needs reliable, top of the range machinery, you need a reputable plant hire company. But how do you choose the right company to partner with to get the job done on time and within your budget? … Continue reading
Continue Reading
Top Tips to Secure Your Construction Site
When you’re using expensive equipment and machinery for your construction project, securing the site becomes paramount. Construction sites are easy targets for thieves with expensive plant equipment tantalisingly drawing them in for a quick payday. With over £1 million worth … Continue reading
Continue Reading
What to Do if Plant Breaks Down Mid-Project
Hiring plant for a construction project is a great way to save on costs and enjoy all the conveniences that hiring brings. Here are just some of the advantages of hiring plant for your construction projects: You get to choose … Continue reading
Continue Reading
Construction On-Site Accidents and Injuries: Statistics from 2018/19
Construction is a hazardous sector to work in and poses many risks to the health and safety of its workers, as well as members of the public. Whilst there has a been a reduction in the number of workplace fatalities … Continue reading
Continue Reading
Why You Should Hire a Tipper Truck
There are many reasons why you might need to hire a tipper truck. Perhaps you are undertaking a landscaping job, or a full-scale construction project as an independent contractor or as part of a construction company. Whatever the reason, tipper … Continue reading
Continue Reading
