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How Could 3D Printing Revolutionise Construction?
GXN – a research-focused spinoff of 3XN, the Danish architecture firm - is looking at new ways of using high-tech robotics within the construction industry. This article explores the potential of these new innovations in terms of creating and maintaining buildings and...
The Mid Group’s Robert Clack School Construction Project
In September 2018, the Robert Clack School in Dagenham opened a new food tech lab, 12 new classrooms and a ‘Constructionarium’ as part of a £43.75 million investment scheme. This article looks at the project in more depth. Mid Group Completed the ‘Constructionarium’...
Social Media, Politics and Truth
Social media — the crowned jewel at the intersection of globalisation, information and connectivity. The miracle of the internet reduced to TikTok, memes and character limits. Amidst the ebb and flow of the popularity of its differing formats, what has become...
Is Our Universe One of Many? The Facts You Need to Know
The concept of parallel universes may seem far-fetched, but in the field of physics, there are many principles that suggest they exist. This article explores the facts. Fact 1: Hugh Everett was the first scientist on record to theorise about multiverses. In 1954, the...
Everything You Need to Know About Drone Technology in Construction
Drone technology has huge potential in the construction industry, aiding communication, facilitating optimised marketing strategies, and making building sites safer. This article explores current applications of drone technology in construction today. The First...
Spotlight on AquAid: Helping People in the Developing World
In the West, we take water for granted, while all around the world millions face significant challenges in accessing clean, safe drinking water. These challenges are discussed further in the attached video. This article investigates the work of AquAid and The Africa...
How Has Brexit Impacted the British Construction Industry?
On 23 June 2016, 17,410,742 British citizens voted in the EU Referendum, voting to leave by a majority of just under 52 percent. Since that date, financiers have seen huge volatility across all sectors. This article examines the impact of Brexit on the construction...
Sahel Majali Shares His Thoughts on the Brexit Crisis
I have been watching the political scene in the US and the UK and it is really shocking. It reminds me of the obstructionist actions taken by Hezbollah in Lebanon after the assassination of Rafic Hariri. Hezbollah and their allies had more than a third of the members...
How Is Virtual Reality Changing the World of Construction?
The advent of the digital age has triggered a technological revolution within the construction industry. This article investigates the use of virtual reality in construction today. What Is Virtual Reality? Human beings experience the world through highly advanced...
Everything You Need to Know About Mid Group
The Mid Group was founded by Sahel Majali in 2014, quickly establishing itself as a leading offsite construction business. Specialising in dynamic construction, it is one of the fastest-growing construction companies in the UK today. The Mid Group incorporates a...