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Feb 2019 issue <strong>M11</strong> The construction sector is vital to both the UK economy and to the Government, if we are to achieve our economic and social ambitions. But, to make the most of the opportunities available, the sector needs to modernise quickly. We need to make the most of the skills and expertise that already exist in the sector throughout the UK and, in turn, create a major new export opportunity for our post- Brexit economy. The only way to do this is by undertaking in a fundamental shift towards offsite construction methods. Research suggests that just 7% of UK construction is currently undertaken in this way. By increasing this proportion to 25%, productivity in the sector could increase by 3.6% by 2020. The long-term economic benefits to the whole of the UK are even larger. With this in mind, <strong>MMC</strong> Feb issue brings together the latest news, views, case studies and comments from offsite industry leaders, providing you with all of the information necessary to help spark the next industrial revolution. The future is modular. Be part of it. Joe Bradbury Editor <strong>MMC</strong> MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION 14 Connex Offsite a company with big ideas Connex Offsite is a bathroom pod manufacturer based in a brand new factory in Newry, Northern Ireland and is part of a larger group of companies specialising in Construction, Engineering, Waste Management and Robotics. 22 New & improved EZWall launched Construction material specialist, Euroform, is continuing to widen the variety of finishes available in its already popular EZWall cladding system range, which cleverly combines the advantages of modern construction techniques with the appeal of traditional brickwork. 36 The Evolution of <strong>MMC</strong> After the Second World War the UK saw a rapid demand for house building and solutions needed to be provided quickly and efficiently. Sixty years on and modern methods of construction (<strong>MMC</strong>) has seen a staggering evolution and investment. 42 A ‘modular mindset’ is needed to tackle London’s housing crisis London needs 66,000 new homes each year. However, in recent history, nothing like this capacity has ever been delivered. In 2016-17, there were just 41,371 net additions to London housing stock. Less than 5,500 affordable homes were completed in 2017-18. 46 SE Controls creates dedicated smokecontrol solution for newcastle USB Front cover For modular buildings to be energy efficient, healthy, and moisture free what is required is a holistic approach to a total system which manages the balance of Heat, Air, Moisture Movement (HAMM), considering an integrated approach to airtightness, insulation and condensation control. For more information see page 32 Publisher Kevin Edgeworth Editor Joe Bradbury Designer Ellie Rich Newcastle University’s innovative and multi-award winning Urban Sciences Building (USB) is using a combined smoke control and environmental ventilation solution that incorporates a SHEVTEC control system, which was engineered by SE Controls to meet the unique requirements of the project. Sales and editorial enquiries to Kevin Edgeworth kedge@wavcoms.co.uk | 0121 661 6860/07771 500333 Press releases to Gemma Spilsbury press@mmcmag.co.uk Publisher’s Statement. Printed in England. All rights reserved. No part of <strong>MMC</strong> may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form without prior permission of the publisher. Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of editorial content, the editor and publishers do not accept responsibility for errors or loss and damage caused by any statements, claims or observations made by contributors, authors and their agents. Published by Waverley. Company Registration no. 04805329 Feb 2019 <strong>M11</strong> 3
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