Building on a strong foundation reaps benefits, tender opportunities. Livingstone Building, a commercial construction company with four regional offices across New Zealand, successfully achieved ISO 45001 certification with Site Safe assisting with internal auditing. ISO 45001 is an international standard for occupational health and safety management systems, aimed at reducing occupational injuries and diseases whileContinue reading “The Site Safe way…”
Category Archives: Foundations
Volvo evolution…
New generation wheel loaders for enhanced productivity from Volvo CE Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) builds on its landmark year of product renewals by launching its new generation wheel loaders – designed for optimal productivity, operator comfort and safety. For 70 years, Volvo CE says it has been at the forefront of wheel loader technology.Continue reading “Volvo evolution…”
Heavy-duty performance from Kaeser
The Mobilair M27 is a versatile portable screw compressor that offers heavy-duty performance in a lightweight package. It delivers 92 cfm at 100 psig and is ideal for a wide range of applications including sand/shot blasting, demolition, fence post driving, irrigation system maintenance, monument engraving, and general air tool use. Described as a portable compressorContinue reading “Heavy-duty performance from Kaeser”
Austism no obstacle…
BCITO ‘working to build’ an inclusive workforce in building and construction For World Autism Acceptance month, the Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) and Altogether Autism joined forces to encourage autistic people to consider a career in the construction industry. “Autistic experiences are different for everyone. For some people, autism results in few workplaceContinue reading “Austism no obstacle…”
Building smarter…
New Zealand’s construction firms – small builders and mid-sized contractors alike – are wrestling with a perfect storm of challenges says Wayne Potgieter, Avanza Solutions. Potgieter says that the industry, recently dubbed one of the “most depressed globally” amid an economic slowdown, faces relentless cost escalation, unpredictable weather, and mounting sustainability mandates. For too long,Continue reading “Building smarter…”
Inside the furnace…
Firestop Centre navigates passive fire testing standards As a distributor for a wide range of local and international passive fire protection brands, the Firestop Centre team has gained valuable insights into international fire testing standards and how they differ from the Australian and New Zealand testing standard AS1530.4.—2014. “For example, according to EN 1366-3 –Continue reading “Inside the furnace…”
Compliance check…
Product certification ‘essential’ to ensure quality, safety and sustainability Product certification is essential in today’s market, providing assurance of quality, safety and sustainability. “In Australia and New Zealand, recognised certification schemes help businesses meet regulatory requirements while giving consumers confidence in the products they use,” says Sam Guindi, product certification manager, Bureau Veritas New Zealand.Continue reading “Compliance check…”
Real time…
Level up site safety management with EVA Check-in For single projects right up to dozens of sites, EVA Check-in has been designed to make it easier for site managers, contractors and visitors to be safer on work and building sites. “You can enhance your daily operations and ensure peace of mind with EVA Check-in. WhetherContinue reading “Real time…”
A-frame reinvented…
Award-winning design with ZinaCore roofing Transforming a 1970’s A-frame house into an award-winning home required a talented team and the right materials. The Habitat Design Co, led by Robbie Dick, took on this challenge in the Queenstown Lakes area, with Southern Projects’ Mark Anderson, director/quantity surveyor, and Velvin Building’s Joe Velvin, owner and director, contributingContinue reading “A-frame reinvented…”
Kiwi talent…
The 2024 SCNZ Excellence in Steel Awards again showcased the industry’s ability to produce remarkable work, according to Steel Construction New Zealand (SCNZ) chair Malcolm Hammond. Some 300 structural steel industry leaders and specialists gathered to celebrate the best of the best at an event that showcased the sector’s commitment to innovation, best practice andContinue reading “Kiwi talent…”
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