Introduction Pump stations and water treatment plants operate in some of the most aggressive service environments in the utilities sector. High humidity, constant water exposure, and the presence of chlorinated or chemically treated water accelerate the deterioration of conventional construction materials. For decades, steel and timber have been the standard [...]
Your browser does not support the video tag. ⏸ 🔇 Introduction The construction industry is at the heart of the climate challenge. Around 40 percent of global carbon emissions are linked to buildings and infrastructure, from the energy used in producing steel and concrete to the maintenance required to keep [...]
Your browser does not support the video tag. ⏸ 🔇 Introduction The drive toward net zero is reshaping the construction industry. From schools and hospitals to data centres and transport infrastructure, projects are expected to use environmentally friendly building materials that not only reduce carbon but also prove safe, durable, [...]
Your browser does not support the video tag. ⏸ 🔇 Introduction Every building project starts with the same crucial decision: which materials will deliver the right balance of performance, cost, and sustainability? For decades, the default answers have been concrete, steel, timber, brick, glass, or stone. These are familiar, readily [...]
Your browser does not support the video tag. ⏸ 🔇 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 [...]
Introduction Across the United Kingdom, Glass Reinforced Plastic is no longer the quiet alternative to steel and timber. It has become the material driving the next generation of sustainable infrastructure. From transport networks and renewable energy facilities to marine defences and manufacturing plants, GRP is reshaping how Britain builds. Its [...]
Introduction Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) and energy infrastructure providers face a unique set of challenges when working in live asset areas. These are operational environments where outages are expensive, safety margins are tight, and material failure can have wide-reaching consequences. From substations to overhead line structures, every component must combine [...]
Introduction Electrical safety is a top priority in the utilities and energy sectors, where any failure in protective measures can lead to severe injury, equipment damage, or service disruption. Traditional materials such as steel often require extensive earthing systems to prevent dangerous voltage build-up. This adds cost, complexity, and ongoing [...]
Introduction Utility operators face constant pressure to deliver reliable services while managing ageing infrastructure and tight maintenance budgets. Every material specified in a substation, water treatment plant, or pumping station has to justify itself not only on technical grounds but also in terms of operational reliability and lifecycle cost. Platforms [...]
Introduction In construction, the true value of a material is proven not just by its technical performance but by how reliably it delivers that performance over decades. Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) has a strong track record in structural and safety-critical applications, but like any material, its success depends on correct [...]
