NFDC Yearbook 2018
[edit] Welcome to the NFDC Yearbook 2018
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[edit] NFDC members win big at the World Demolition Summit 2017
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Kocurek Excavators Ltd Kocurek Excavators Ltd were thrilled to be presented with the Manufacturers Innovation: Plant & Machinery Award at the recent 2017 World Demolition Awards. |
The Coleman Group The Coleman Group won a prestigious World Demolition Award for its innovative work at Waterloo International Terminal. |
Erith scoop four at The World Demolition Awards 2017
The World Demolition Summit awards proved a hugely successful event for NFDC members, the Erith Group, as they were successful in a remarkable four of the prestigious categories they were nominated in.
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The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has today revealed its bold new strategy and proposals for its future offer – Vision 2020: The Future CITB. |
[edit] Federation news - State of the industry
NFDC Members Survey Year 5: Autumn 2017
Welcome to the 5th NFDC members survey. Political uncertainty post-Brexit and the plunging value of the pound have taken their toll on the British economy. We wanted to know how the demolition and recycling industry was weathering the storm.
- What trends are affecting the sector?
- What do NFDC members predict for the coming months?
- Are they confident enough to make investment plans or are they waiting for the dust to settle?
We were also curious to find out how members were rising to the sustainability challenge.
- What major obstacles have they experienced in meeting recycling targets?
- How can clients and contractors make the process easier?
[edit] Features - The future is circular
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How demolition has changed and is preparing for an uncertain future, the view of two NFDC member companies. When people think of demolition, another industry often isn’t far from their minds, waste, but will |
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[edit] Charity
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[edit] Directories - Members directories
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[edit] Training - Understanding asbestos surveys
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What clients need to know.
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[edit] Member projects - Technology, strength & versatility; partnered for your success
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2017 has been a significant year for Komatsu. We celebrated 30 years since the opening of the Komatsu UK factory in North East England. Back then we were driven by our determination to understand and respond promptly to the demands of our customers at a local level, and nothing has changed. |
[edit] NFDC Talks
--NFDC 17:13, 28 Jan 2018 (BST)
Featured articles and news
Homes England supports Greencore Homes
42 new build affordable sustainable homes in Oxfordshire.
Zero carbon social housing: unlocking brownfield potential
Seven ZEDpod strategies for brownfield housing success.
CIOB report; a blueprint for SDGs and the built environment
Pairing the Sustainable Development Goals with projects.
Types, tests, standards and fires relating to external cladding
Brief descriptions with an extensive list of fires for review.
Latest Build UK Building Safety Regime explainer published
Key elements in one short, now updated document.
UKGBC launch the UK Climate Resilience Roadmap
First guidance of its kind on direct climate impacts for the built environment and how it can adapt.
CLC Health, Safety and Wellbeing Strategy 2025
Launched by the Minister for Industry to look at fatalities on site, improving mental health and other issues.
One of the most impressive Victorian architects. Book review.
Common Assessment Standard now with building safety
New CAS update now includes mandatory building safety questions.
RTPI leader to become new CIOB Chief Executive Officer
Dr Victoria Hills MRTPI, FICE to take over after Caroline Gumble’s departure.
Social and affordable housing, a long term plan for delivery
The “Delivering a Decade of Renewal for Social and Affordable Housing” strategy sets out future path.
A change to adoptive architecture
Effects of global weather warming on architectural detailing, material choice and human interaction.
The proposed publicly owned and backed subsidiary of Homes England, to facilitate new homes.
How big is the problem and what can we do to mitigate the effects?
Overheating guidance and tools for building designers
A number of cool guides to help with the heat.
The UK's Modern Industrial Strategy: A 10 year plan
Previous consultation criticism, current key elements and general support with some persisting reservations.
Building Safety Regulator reforms
New roles, new staff and a new fast track service pave the way for a single construction regulator.