ResiBuild Events

05/06/2024

Are you interested in the construction industry? If so, you won't want to miss our full podcast with Sapphire Balconies' Managing Director, Luke Haughton.

Luke shares his insights on the world of construction and what it means to create a bespoke product. From precast concrete facades to mass timber buildings, there are endless possibilities in construction. However, with different trades and details to consider, it's important to work with reliable companies for concrete frames, waterproofing, and insulation.

🔗 Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel right now: https://buff.ly/3R5VVKU

04/06/2024

Partnering with UK-based balcony manufacturer and supplier Sapphire Balconies gave Belcanto an upper edge when approaching the New Zealand balcony market with brand-new technology. 💻

“Our solutions are more efficient and cost-effective than traditional balcony construction, without compromising on design.” - William Stewart, Managing Director, Belcanto.

With an ever-growing body of work in New Zealand through residential units, they’re looking to new opportunities. Building on the earlier partnership with Sapphire Balconies meant committing to a shared mantra – innovation to prosper the community. Thanks to their streamlined balcony design, manufacture and supply processes, Belcanto has set its sights on the social housing and residential care home market, bringing innovation in construction to those that need it,.

🔗 Read the full case study in the latest issue of Insight Magazine, available for free on our website: https://buff.ly/3V74zdy

03/06/2024

During Vision Construct 2023, a discussion with Debbie Carlton from Dynamic Knowledge shed light on the development of expertise in the building sector.

Debbie brought attention to the current lack of maturity and misconceptions surrounding competency in construction, highlighting the potential for technology to transform how competency is understood and put into practice in the industry. By utilising technology more effectively, we can elevate competency to a new level of importance.

🔗 Watch the full competency panel with our fantastic lineup of speakers for free on our YouTube channel: https://buff.ly/4bD1UiQ

31/05/2024

With the new Building Safety Regulator now fully in effect, we spoke to Jon Vanstone of HSE about what competency means for our industry. 💭

During the discussion, Jon emphasized the crucial nature of competency standards across various aspects of the constructed environment. Proving your competency is now more important than ever.

Since April 2024, the construction industry has been regulated by the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) to raise industry standards and increase public trust. This has included a requirement for building control professionals to register with BSR.

🔗 Eager to learn more about how to go beyond competency? Watch the full, unedited panel on YouTube: https://buff.ly/3wMiNIw

30/05/2024

A collaboration between MyDek and Sapphire Balconies made London Dock a 'Wapping' success! 🏢

Close to iconic landmarks like St Katharine Docks and famous sites such as The Prospect of Whitby and To***co Dock, this development offers city living with moments of tranquillity - this addition to London Dock brings 1,800 high-end residences with Sapphire's unique balconies and MyDek's Vista decking.

Here are three key takeaways from our article, featured in the latest issue of Insight Magazine:
🏢 The sloped façade and limited access at London Dock C1 posed unique challenges for installation.
🏢 Extra care was taken to protect the on-site water garden and distinctive water features during the installation process.
🏢 The Glide-On balconies and counterbalance system allowed for top-down installation, and the use of a crane and unitised façade by Martifer facilitated the process, ensuring protection of the water feature and effective fitting of balcony arms.

🔗 No forms, no strings, just the information you need to know, all for free. Download Insight Magazine now: https://buff.ly/3Vb5HxM

29/05/2024

We talked with Mark Pratten from Airey Miller about the essential role of the Golden Thread of Information in construction. 🧵

Mark spoke about how challenges may arise when dealing with previously owned or repurposed buildings due to potential information gaps.

It is crucial to ensure that the information accessible on-site is also accessible in the office, creating a seamless connection between the two sources, and providing vital information as readily accessible.

🔗 Watch the full, unedited panel on YouTube: https://buff.ly/3x2fflt

28/05/2024

More than just a step in the right direction - here's how John Sisk & Son's collaboration with Sapphire Balconies & Techrete puts sustainability at the forefront. 🌳

In the latest issue of Insight Magazine, we looked into what makes Sapphire's Clip-On connection such a revolutionary move for the external envelope of a residential building. Here are three key takeaways:
🌳The Clip-On™ connection optimises thermal efficiency and enhances safety by minimising the risk of fire.
🌳 The lightweight aluminium clip-on balcony system (350kg) was developed in collaboration with Sisk for NE02 project at Wembley Park.
🌳 John Voyce of Sisk has emphasised the system's focus on reducing thermal breaks through the facade while ensuring safety by mitigating fire risks.

There's even more to learn about the Clip-On connection - to find out more, get your free issue of Insight Magazine today. No strings, no forms, just download!

🔗 The Clip-On balcony connection and more, all available to download now: https://buff.ly/4awfPFY

24/05/2024

How can an adherence to Science-Based Targets improve your company's decision making? 🌍

We recently spoke to Nick Haughton (Head of ESG, Sapphire Balconies), who emphasised the significance of utilising a science-based approach when addressing the reduction of your business's carbon footprint.

By working with data, scientists can help us make informed decisions and drive industry-wide change. Utilising accurate data is crucial in making better choices regarding our carbon output, ultimately leading us towards a more sustainable future in our industry.

🔗 Watch the full Carbon panel from Vision Construct: https://buff.ly/3Kaal98

23/05/2024

What makes construction truly sustainable and how can we tackle embodied carbon in our projects? 🌍

We took a look into this alongside David Walker and picked out three key points you need to know:
• Recognising key contributors like energy-intensive materials and extractive processes is crucial.
• Addressing challenges related to short building lifespans and inefficient material retention.
• Anticipating the potential of low-carbon concrete in 2024 and beyond.

🔗 Find out even more by reading the full article: https://buff.ly/3yp2bHt

22/05/2024

During our conversation with Chris Waterman, he highlighted the urgent need for a building safety template within the construction industry. 🦺

Despite the establishment of the new Building Safety Regulator, a standardized template has yet to be released. This has resulted in a significant challenge for civil servants who are now faced with managing thousands of unindexed and non-standardized documents.

Chris expressed his belief that a 5-year catch-up period for addressing outstanding cases is a gross underestimate. Without a template in place, the process of resolving building safety issues will be significantly prolonged, leading to increased costs for all involved parties. It is clear that the absence of a template is a critical issue that needs to be addressed promptly in order to streamline the building safety process.

🔗 Watch the full fire safety panel here: https://buff.ly/3QKQ2Tj

21/05/2024

Did you know that companies committing to the Science-Based Target Initiative (SBTi) now represent a staggering $38 trillion of the global economy? ⚛️

By reading the latest issue of Insight Magazine, you could find out even more, like:
⚛️ How implementing an SBTi strategy could demonstrate your commitment to reducing your carbon footprint.
⚛️ By demonstrating proactive sustainability efforts, you could benefit from increased competitiveness, improved public relations, and enhanced investor confidence.
⚛️ That 76 million tonnes of CO2 is set to be reduced through commitment to the SBTi.

🔗 Eager to learn more? The latest issue of Insight Magazine is available on our website: https://buff.ly/4an1wUb

20/05/2024

Thanks to SiteNews' excellent article, we now know that Calgary is dominating the Home Builders' Awards - here are three key takeaways:

🏗️ The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) announced the winners of the 2024 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence, showcasing achievements in high-rise homes, renovations, community development, and residential marketing.
🏗️ A record-breaking 900+ entries were submitted, with nearly 300 industry experts from across Canada selecting finalists and winners in 48 categories, including high-rise developments and single-family homes, multi-family and new communities.
🏗️ Calgary companies dominated top honours, with Jayman BUILT receiving the Design Excellence Award for the third consecutive year, while Ultimate Renovations from Calgary earned the Renovation Excellence Award. Mattamy Homes and Gladstone Media from Toronto won the Marketing Excellence Award.

🔗 Read the full article on SiteNews' website here: https://buff.ly/4bkLNpK

The awards program highlights efforts to build housing across the country.