The blast area will be covered by these heavy rubber mats to prevent debris from flying into the air. A bedrock blasting program required to excavate the site of the new research and education building at UMass Medical School in Worcester begins July 12 with two test blasts, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Vibrations […]
Leading UK school building provider, Spatial initiative has announced the appointment of Emily King as new Divisional Director. Emily joins the company from Mid Group, a company specialising in modern methods on construction, where she was Client Solutions Director. With a Masters’ degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Emily has previously held roles for leading […]
Education has never been higher on the national agenda, and steps are being taken to improve access, outcomes and opportunities for children across the UK. Naturally, the focus is on resources and teaching quality. But the immediate environment also has an important role to play in helping children learn. Here Roy Gleiwitz, regional sales manager […]
The construction of Highfield Spencer Academy in Derbyshire faced several unexpected challenges through the course of the build. The school, which has already become a community landmark, overcame these challenges and opened on time to serve a growing population. The story of how it did so is one of collaboration, creative problem-solving and a happy […]
What is the real impact of dilapidated and ageing school toilets on pupil wellbeing? Purdie Proudman, Channel Marketing Manager at Geberit, explains why its time to view the school bathroom as much more than just a purely functional space. Causing anxiety A recent YouGov poll (March 2021) carried out by Geberit found that an alarming […]
Do you remember what your educational facility looked like when you were there? Style may not have been at the top of the agenda and, if you were to revisit your old haunt, you may very likely be horrified at what was once regarded as satisfactory flooring for educational facilities. With schools in session for […]
LIQUID SOLUTION: Trusted partners ensure schools trust is free from worry with flat roof refurbishment. Desire to deliver a safe learning environment for the children in its care prompted Knowledge School Trust to address the crucial upgrading of the roofs at West London Free School. The school delivers education for primary and secondary pupils across […]
Samuel Ryder was a very small secondary school with about 250 students. The Local Authority decided to extend the school’s provision to cover primary and secondary pupils. Since then the school, with an outstanding leadership Ofsted rating, has grown in popularity and demand for places has outstripped capacity. Their timber frame modular building from TG […]
Creating a school environment teachers and students can be proud to work in is essential for a sense of school spirit and motivation. Yeoman Shield products help to keep a school smart, clean and tidy, with long-term benefits for a school’s hygiene, maintenance budget and accessibility. Saving school budgets Many schools are under strict budgets, […]
Altro has introduced new shades for its Altro Wood™ adhesive-free and Altro Wood safety flooring ranges. The new, on-trend, wood-look options, from cool grey hues through to warming and natural tones, provide flexibility when specifying or designing application areas which require differing technical performance. In support of the growing popularity of adhesive-free floors, the number […]