Prefabrication surges ahead

02 May, 2004

The market for offsite fabrication is rising at nearly 10% a year, according to a major study by BSRIA. Off-site fabrication has become increasingly popular over the last 10 years. Among the benefits it delivers are time and cost savings, improved quality control and site management. The results of the BSRIA are published in a 130-page market report ‘Off site fabrication — UK attitudes and potential’. Its 130 pages include expert market analysis and detailed recommendations for off-site fabrication. The research is based on an in-depth programme of interviews with over 150 industry users, non-users and suppliers. The report costs £650. Tel. 01344 426511 bookshop@bsria.co.uk

Lighting the way

Halesowen College has set a sustainability example for higher education institutions by installing smart lighting as part of its latest environmental initiative, making up to 85% energy savings compared to the previous system.

BESA updates HIU Test Standard

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has announced an important update to its UK Heat Interface Unit (HIU) Test Standard, further strengthening performance benchmarks and supporting the sector’s readiness for incoming heat network regulation.

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