Intelligence

A number of construction defects were found in a hospital following the inspection of the external wall system

Wavin’s Karen Stables explains how commercial building engineers need to consider the acoustics of wastewater systems

Stephen Hall, CMF Technical Director, discusses Approved Document B (Fire Safety) Table B3 for loadbearing panelised building systems

Salman Chaudhary, CEO at EmpiricAI, considers the role of computer vision AI in returning sites to full productivity and improving health and safety

After a golden age of market conditions offering affordable coverage, the professional indemnity insurance sector has hit a crisis. The CLC is working to change things

John Barfoot, CABE’s Learning, Education and Academic Director, is tired of talking about the skills gap and says it’s time for action

Ben Stagg MCABE Chartered Building Engineer of Stagg Architects discusses the challenges of a retrofit and refurbish, with CABE’s HQ as a case study

Past visitors to CABE’s Lutyens House headquarters may have noticed that the facilities had seen better days.

Concerns about the fire safety of multi-storey buildings comprising cross-laminated timber (CLT).

Futurebuild asks industry leaders what products are changing, or will change, the face of the built environment.

An innovative energy measurement system helps social landlords assess the refurbishment needs of individual properties

This AI solution detects, classifies and monitors the deterioration of building envelopes and infrastructure

Increased uptake of MMC and off-site construction means that manufacturing technologies are becoming more relevant to construction quality. Brian Vince, TFC’s Group Quality Manager, shares common fastener problems and how to avoid them

The CABE Built Environment Awards are a marker of dedication to the industry and construction community.

Will Wigfield, Product Manager at Rockwool UK, discusses best practice in mitigating the risk of roof fires, focusing on testing procedures and the importance of product certification

Stroma’s Martin Holt discusses the use of technology in construction industries – or rather, its practical application as opposed to whimsy about its possibilities

Danley case study shows how concrete can be used without the traditional mesh reinforcement by combining ground-supported flatwork with tapered plate dowels

The correct lintel specification can help eliminate thermal bridges, reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions, says Keystone Lintels.