Tag: demolition
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One to watch – Andy Page, commercial manager, SRC Group
Andy Page, SRC Group Why did you choose demolition? I chose demolition because of its unique challenges and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment. Demolition isn’t just about dismantling structures; it’s about paving the way for renewal and progress. What do you love about demolition Industry and what would you…
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In pictures | Erith completes demolition of Sizewell A turbine hall
Demolition contractor Erith has completed an 18-month project to fully demolish the turbine hall at Sizewell A nuclear power station, marking a milestone in the ongoing decommissioning of the site. The football-pitch-sized hall has now been razed to the ground using innovative techniques, which allowed the project to be completed significantly faster than using traditional…
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Video | Timelapse of Skanska demolishing old Roxton Road Bridge
New footage shows the successful demolition of the Roxton Road Bridge as part of the A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet improvements scheme. Skanska subcontractor Armac deployed six excavators to carry out the work during a 48-hour closure of the A421. The process began with breaking out the deck from the centre outward, followed by…
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Video | Rotherham Markets demolition timelapse
New timelapse footage shows demolition contractor Demex demolishing the Guardian Centre buildings of the Rotherham Markets. Demex, appointed by main contractor Henry Boot Construction, also dismantled the iconic tensile fabric tent and its supporting metal structure. The next stage of the project will involve installing the steel frame for the new outdoor covered market and…
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Grenfell Tower: government appoints demolition contractor
Deconstruct has been the Grenfell Tower site’s principal contractor, responsible for its structural propping, security and maintenance, site clearance, and weekly monitoring of the building’s condition since 2017. This, MHCLG added, gives the company “unique site knowledge”. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Regulatory Hurdles in Commercial Demolition Compliance
Staying Ahead in a Shifting Landscape The landscape of commercial building demolition is changing rapidly as regulatory frameworks continue to evolve across the nation. Companies engaged in commercial property demolition projects face a complex web of compliance requirements that can significantly impact timelines, budgets, and operational approaches. Contractors specializing in commercial structure demolition must now…
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Demolition of ‘Scotland’s Chernobyl’ due to begin
Work to demolish an abandoned estate in Port Glasgow dubbed ‘Scotland’s Chernobyl’ is due to begin within the next couple of weeks. Contractors have already moved on site to prepare for the demolition of the former school and church buildings in Clune Park estate. The first demolition phase will involve knocking down 138 of the…
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Sarah Beeny faces demolition order for £3million home after faltering in her latest planning application submission
TV personality and property developer Sarah Beeny has failed in her latest attempt to save modifications she made to her £3 million Stoney Stoke estate. Despite her considerable experience in property development, Beeny’s renovations, which were featured in her Channel 4 series New Life in the Country, did not gain planning permission. This led to…
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Builder receives £3,000 fine after 13 years of defying demolition order for illegal extension
Mohammed Azhar, a 57-year-old builder from Bradford, has finally started work to demolish an illegal extension after 13 years of defying planning orders. The single-storey brick structure, built in 2011 at Azhar’s home on Intake Road, was constructed without planning permission and was ordered to be removed by Bradford Council in 2012. Despite numerous notices,…
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The Role of Battery-Powered Equipment for Interior Demolition
Battery-powered equipment that operates with zero engine exhaust emissions opens up an entirely new world of interior demolition applications. Jobs that previously relied almost entirely on manual labor, either because of indoor conditions or noise ordinances, can now look to battery-powered equipment to bring efficiencies to the jobsite. As more and more essential jobsite equipment…