Scaffolding Ballast Block Installation – Claremont Hotel, Eastbourne   In November 2019, a large part of the Grade II listed building on Eastbourne seafront was destroyed when a fire started in the hotel basement – fortunately, no-one was seriously injured. Maidstone Scaffolding, who are are working on the construction project, needed 36 of our 1T... Read more »

How Preston bus station was saved from the brink of destruction   You wouldn’t normally use beautiful in the same sentence as concrete – but there are exceptions. A group of brutalist architecture enthusiasts who believe that there is beauty in concrete fought for the survival of a landmark building in Lancashire. And thanks to them,... Read more »

Concrete Joint Sealant Types – what to use and when to use it.   There’s a huge range of products on the market that can be used to seal concrete joints – so it can be difficult to know which one to use. We generally use elastic sealants rather than mortars or other types of... Read more »

Bolt Down Retaining Wall – Frequently Asked Questions We’ve spoken to hundreds, if not thousands of people over the years and have answered a huge range of questions. There are some that we’re asked all the time so we’ve made a list of the most popular for you. If there’s anything else you’d like to... Read more »

François Hennebique – A pioneer of reinforced concrete Innovation is a word that we hear a lot in our business – and it’s not always used correctly. But there are some true innovators and pioneers that we think deserve more credit than they’ve received. Especially considering the impact they’ve had on the development of architecture... Read more »

The Beauty of Concrete – 8 Unusual Concrete Buildings From Around The World Concrete is usually thought of in just a practical way. But we see the beauty and potential in a material that has contributed to making some of the most outstanding buildings in the world. It might be strong, economical, and environmentally friendly... Read more »

How To Seal Precast Concrete Joints   The main reason for applying mastic to the joints of precast concrete is to create an impermeable barrier between the units, this could be for preventing dirt and water getting into a construction joint or to make a weatherproof seal – Sealants can also improve the aesthetics of... Read more »

Residential Precast Concrete Retaining Walls   It’s no secret that there is a shortage of skilled trade-persons in the UK. When you add to this the mounting pressures on housebuilders and construction companies to reduce build costs, minimise delays and maximise profitability in a hugely competitive market, now is the time to utilise modern building... Read more »

Interlocking Concrete Blocks For Retaining Walls It’s fair to say that Structural Engineers have a wide range of options available when designing a retaining wall. Over the last few years the UK construction industry has seen a huge rise in precast concrete retaining wall options including interlocking concrete blocks. With so many retaining wall systems... Read more »

5 Reasons To Use Precast Concrete There are defintiely more advantages for using precast concrete in construction projects, but we thought we’d start with our top 5 for you! 1 – Factory Controlled Quality Manufacturing precast elements off-site, in factory-controlled conditions, ensures the quality of the product remains constant throughout the manufacturing process. A precast... Read more »

Discover Our Range of Retaining Walls For Creating Bulk Storage Bays Whether you are looking for a waste management solution or a temporary storage facility, we have a number of precast products available. Creating a storage bay that is versatile is important in order to ensure you get maximum use and capacity out of your... Read more »

Everything you need and want to know about concrete ballast blocks Whether installed on a permanent basis as a means to support installations such as fencing, scaffolding or hoarding or as a temporary solution for short-term projects (event marquees, for example). Concrete ballast blocks are a reliable, durable and long-lasting product that works to support... Read more »