Decline of Home Construction in US
There has been a drop in the number of houses being built in the US during the month of June. According to Commerce Department figures, US home construction is at its lowest level since October 2009.
Builders have been forced to hold back on building projects despite a reported 2.1% increase in building permit applications. This is a positive sign for the future but with the current US unemployment rate being under 10% there are no advancements as yet.
New home and apartment developments fell 5% between May and June which was triggered by a 20% decrease in demand for apartments and condominiums.
High unemployment rates are cancelling out mortgage rates being at a record low. The figures have highlighted the fragility of the US recovery.
T.V. STARS IN THE MAKING?
Two of our piling operatives, Robert Clegg and Lewis Woodruff appeared in the Channel 4 Documentary featuring traditional Public Houses and more specifically those named “The Red Lion” throughout the UK.
The pair were shown playing rugby for the Red Lion’s Whitworth Spartans who have coincidentally been sponsored by MK Piling for a number of years.
The pair talked about their enjoyment both on and off the pitch and the programme showed the obligatory post match rugby drinking games with their fellow team mates. All in good fun and whilst their small screen debut was a success we are that Ant and Dec have nothing to fear……….. just yet!
Whitworth Spartans
The Red Lion
MK Piling (North West) Offer New Complete Service
We are pleased to be able to offer a fully comprehensive setting out package for builders/develope
rs, house owners and self-build projects, which require the services of fully qualified and insured site engineers.
These service include for the setting out of, pile positions, foundations, building lines, sewers, levels, profiles and as-built surveys. References are available upon request and our charges are very competitive.
We feel that the inclusion of this service will allow MK Piling to offer a more complete service and offers peace of mind to the client.
MK Piling (North West) – Ground Source Heat
MK Piling (North West) are currently conducting trials in conjunction with Groundtherm and Hecol at our premises in Oldham.
Installed is a 5kW Ground source pump which can provide heating up to 35/40 degrees and a maximum cooling of 8 degrees. The case study involved installing driven steel cased cast in situ piles, which transfer the energy from the ground to the heating/cooling fan coils located in our offices.
The efficiency can not be confirmed until the case study progresses further, however early indications are exceeding expectations.
This technology is at the forefront of renewable energy and can be incorporated in any new/build or extension where piling is required.
Niyod Construction Nigeria – Ibom Tropicana Site
Niyod Construction Nigeria, have increased their fleet of Piling rigs which now includes 5 Banut rigs.
2 of which are working on the project at Makako while the other 3 rigs are working on a newly secured contract for AKWA Ibom State Government/Silverbird Group which involves piling for the Ibom Tropicana Resort Complex.
The piling works for a new Shopping Mall, Cineplex and Hotel are being overseen by Aim Consultants consists of approximately 2,000 350mm x 350mm pre-cast concrete piles, driven to depth of approximately 22 metres.
Niyod Construction Nigeria (Lagos)
Niyod Construction have completed piling works on the contract at Makako, Yaba, Lagos, which was overseen by the Lagos Division of Ove Arrup.
Niyod, successfully installed 1,500 No. 350mm x 350mm pre-cast concrete piles driven to depths of 33 metres, on time and within budget.
As a result Niyod have secured another contract on the same project for an additional 255 piles, to be commenced shortly.
Complex Anchor Pile Project Completed
MK Piling (North West) Ltd has just successfully completed an unusual and complex Anchor Pile Project in East Sussex.
For further information on Ground Anchors – Soil Nailing services from MK Piling (North West)
Please Contact
David Hayes on 07796991195
Niyod Construction Nigeria (Lagos)
Niyod Construction are currentley Installing 1,500 350×350 pre-cast piles driven to 33mts.
Niyod Construction are currentley Installing 1,500 350×350 pre-cast piles driven to 33mts.
The project is being carried out at Makoko , Yaba , Lagos . The project is being overseen by the Lagos division of Ove Arrup. The project will be completed on time and within the budget .
Niyod have 3 Banut machines within their fleet , 2 of which are working on this project.
