Introduction Housebuilding is changing. Homeowners, developers, and local authorities are demanding eco friendly building materials for houses that reduce carbon, improve safety, and last longer. Traditional choices such as timber, steel, and concrete remain dominant, but all bring challenges. Timber requires preservatives to resist decay. Steel corrodes and needs painting [...]
Introduction Switching to Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) can deliver benefits in durability, safety, and sustainability, but many engineers and specifiers hesitate because they are less familiar with its standards, design parameters, and installation requirements. In reality, specifying GRP follows a logical process similar to traditional materials, with a few key [...]
Introduction The drive towards Net Zero is transforming how industries approach material selection. From transport and utilities to construction and data infrastructure, every project is now assessed not only for performance but for its environmental impact over its entire lifecycle. Reducing carbon emissions requires a combination of design efficiency, operational [...]
Introduction Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) has been used in industrial and infrastructure projects for decades, yet some engineers and contractors still question whether it can be relied upon for structural applications. Misconceptions about its strength, stability, and suitability often stem from outdated information or experiences with early-generation composites. Modern GRP [...]
Introduction For decades, steel has been the default choice for structural components, platforms, walkways, and safety systems across industries. Its strength, availability, and familiarity make it a comfortable specification for engineers, architects, and contractors. Yet familiarity does not always mean it is the best choice for every application. As performance [...]
Introduction Data centres are under increasing pressure to meet ambitious sustainability targets while continuing to operate at maximum reliability. Reducing carbon emissions is no longer limited to improving energy efficiency. Designers and operators are now expected to consider the full lifecycle impact of materials, from manufacturing through to end-of-life. For [...]
Introduction Telecommunications networks depend on clear, uninterrupted signal transmission. In high-density switching facilities, rooftop antenna sites, and mobile base station compounds, even small levels of electromagnetic interference can reduce network performance. For years, many platform and access systems in telecom environments have been made from steel or aluminium, materials that [...]
Introduction Data centres operate under constant performance and uptime pressure. Every design choice must consider resilience, cooling efficiency, safety compliance, and operational flexibility. Selecting the wrong material for flooring systems, cable management structures, or access platforms can lead to overheating, signal interference, excessive maintenance, or costly downtime. Glass Reinforced Plastic [...]
Chester-based GRP manufacturer showcases revolutionary construction system at Grand Designs Live Engineered Composites Ltd has announced an exclusive partnership with Rotational Bricks to develop a groundbreaking construction system that promises to redefine how Britain builds. Combining Engineered Composites’ advanced GRP rebar technology with Rotational Bricks’ precision-engineered interlocking brick design, the [...]
Introduction Possession time is one of the most limited and valuable resources in the rail industry. Every upgrade or maintenance project is shaped by how much work can be completed in the short windows available. Overruns can trigger network delays, contractual penalties, and additional costs. Project teams face a range [...]
