Modular construction in the Education sector

In the education sector, not every project or client is the same. These institutions, schools especially, are generally overcrowded and underfunded. Expansion is the first step to solving overcrowding issues, which in turn helps students improve their performance.

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How can MMC help meet sustainability targets?

The delivery of net-zero buildings doesn’t necessarily come under offsite and modern methods of construction (MMC) but it is one of the major benefits.

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‘Defining the Need’ – A conclusion and a look ahead to the future

‘Defining the Need’ has demonstrated an objective approach to understanding the needs of the public sector estate. It also highlighted the need to harmonise and digitise demand across new build programmes.

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Planning permission and building regulations: A breakdown

Planning permission and building regulations can be a minefield. Even more so when you factor in modular construction and portable buildings. But what is it and do you need it if you’re planning on going modular?

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Modular buildings to meet the needs of the healthcare sector?

In a market where shortages exist, building standards are extremely high. Sustainability, comfort and infection control are all important but budgets are tight. Modular construction needs to be a part of the solution.

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Thurston Group lands a place on £1.6bn NHS framework

We're pleased to announce that we've successfully landed a place on the £1.6 billion NHS Shared Business Services Framework. We've secured our position across four core lots for “Building Purchase”

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‘Defining the Need’ – the plan to accelerate standardisation in the construction sector

The movement to bring standardised, repeatable platform systems found in the manufacturing sector to construction continues to grow.

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Thurston Group attends MPBA webinar

We spent today virtually attending the Modular and Portable Building Association’s (MPBA) second live event of the year.

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Meet the team – our Business Development Manager, Bob Holloway

This week, we talk to our new Business Development Manager for Offsite. Responsible for the southern region of the UK, Bob Holloway brings over 30 years’ of experience in the industry.

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Top 3 health & safety benefits

In recent years, there have been major improvements to health and safety in the construction industry. However, the industry still accounts for a high percentage of fatal and major injuries.

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