Decline of Home Construction in US

July 20, 2010 by Harvey Banks · Leave a Comment
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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?

November 6, 2009 by Harvey Banks · Leave a Comment
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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

October 8, 2009 by Harvey Banks · Leave a Comment
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We are pleased to be able to offer a fully comprehensive setting out package for builders/developeSetting Out Engineerrs, 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.

Complex Anchor Pile Project Completed

April 28, 2009 by Harvey Banks · Leave a Comment
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MK Piling (North West) Ltd has just successfully completed an unusual and complex Anchor Pile Project in East Sussex.

Soil Nailing

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For further information on Ground Anchors – Soil Nailing services from MK Piling (North West)

Please Contact

David Hayes on 07796991195

dmhayes1@sky.com

Soil Nailing: Completed Pile A

Soil Nailing: Completed Pile B

Niyod Construction Nigeria (Lagos)

March 12, 2009 by Harvey Banks · Leave a Comment
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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.

Banut

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