What is Class 4 Fill Material? It is a type of fill used in landscaping and earthworks projects. The material is utilised to build up or level out landscaping areas. The classification and requirements this is detailed in Series 600 of the Specification for Highway Works, a document that provides guidelines on various types of […]

Construction Activity Rises For Second Month Monthly construction output grew by 0.5% in June lifted by rises in both new work (0.9%), and repair and maintenance (0.1%). While growth in June was weaker than the 1.7% rebound seen in May, the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics show seven out of the nine […]

Derived from the Italian word “gabbione”, meaning “big cage,” gabion stones are a staple in the construction and landscaping industries. These robust, durable stones are primarily used to fill gabions baskets, creating structures that combine functionality with aesthetic appeal. Whether for erosion control, retaining walls, or decorative landscape features, gabion stone offer a versatile solutions. […]

The construction industry is increasingly focused on sustainability, seeking ways to reduce its environment impact. One significant strategy is the use of recycled aggregates. With a growing shortage of quarry reserves, this approach is becoming more critical. The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has highlighted that a significant number of planning permissions for quarries are set […]

Labour plans to target action on housebuilding from ‘day one’ The Labour Party wants to implement planning reforms in an effort to supercharge housebuilding. In an interview with The Times, party leader Kier Starmer and shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves said they would “hit the ground running” and initiate a flurry of housebuilding initiatives from “day […]

Construction Growth Hits Two-Year High The ongoing recovery in the construction sector continued in May, a new survey showed, as an upturn in commercial property helped push activity to its highest level in two year. S&P’s Purchasing Manager’s Index (PMI) for the construction sector rose to 54.7 in May, up from 53.0 in April. Anything […]

What is Class 6I Material? Class 6I is a selected, well graded granular material used as a fill to reinforced soils and anchored earth structures. The grading requirements are set out in Series 600 Earthwork of the Specification for Highway Works.   What materials can be used to produce Class 6I? It can be produced […]

Construction buyers see fastest growth for 14 months Construction buyers reported another rise in business activity in April with commercial building work leading the way. The Bellwether S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers Index posted 53.0 in April, up from 50.2 in March. The index was in positive territory for the second month running and […]

What is Class 1A Material? Class 1A is a well graded granular material that is typically used as general fill. The grading requirements are detailed in Series 600 of the Specification for Highway Works.   What material can be used to produce Class 1A It can be produced using both quarried & recycled materials. The […]

What is Type B Filter Material? Type B Filter Material is a granular material used for bedding, haunching, and surrounding pipes in construction applications. The grading requirements are set out in series 500 drainage and service ducts of the specification for highway works.   What Materials can be used to produce Type B Filter Material? […]

Government 55-day average payment rule comes into force Contractors bidding for public works contracts worth over £5m must demonstrate they pay all invoices within 55 days, or face a public work ban. The new stricter payment rules came into force from the 1st April and require firms to demonstrate they are paying 95% of invoices […]

What is Class 6H Material? Class 6H is selected granular fill material that is used as a drainage layer to reinforced soil and anchored earth structures. The grading requirements are defined in Series 600 Earthworks of the Specification for Highway Works.   What materials can be used to produce Class 6H? Class 6H can be […]