A complete bespoke battery solution from Aggreko has enabled Curo Construction to continue work on a major refurbishment project in central London while work took place on the building’s electricity meter, which removed mains power for five days. The project at 14 St John’s Lane in Farringdon, involves the renovation of a six-storey building, incorporating a single-storey vertical extension for a fifth floor. Because the project has several party walls, as well as residential properties nearby, the management of noise, vibrations, air quality and carbon are vital considerations. Aggreko was called upon to deliver a temporary power solution that would enable work to continue on the project during the disruption to the mains electricity supply. It initially proposed a Stage V generator and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), offering a quiet, low carbon and fuel-efficient solution. However, the tight confines of the site meant there was not sufficient space to accommodate a hybrid set-up. This prompted Aggreko to engineer a bespoke solution of two 45/55 BESS that would be connected and located in the ground floor of the building, offering sufficient power to replace the mains supply for five days. Kirsty McCormick, Sustainability Manager at Curo Construction, said: “14 St John’s Lane is a high-profile project in a logistically challenging location, surrounded by both residential and commercial neighbours. We must also adhere to strict restrictions on both noise and air emissions and our business commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2040. Aggreko’s BESS solution has allowed us to manage these challenges effectively. We have been able to continue work on the site whilst protecting air quality, reducing carbon and avoiding any additional disruption to our neighbours.” Tom Adlington, Construction Sector Lead at Aggreko, added: “The construction industry is increasingly needing to balance challenging commercial pressures against logistical considerations, environmental regulations and restrictions on noise and disturbance. Our engineered BESS solutions, whether standalone or in a hybrid configuration with a Stage V generator, can be tailored to the needs of specific sites to deliver greener energy, while supporting profitability.” A recent Aggreko report, A Perfect Storm for European Construction?, based on a survey of 850 European construction managers, found that reducing noise is one of the leading reasons for using greener technologies on site, with 28% saying it had been a factor in adopting new technologies. Aggreko’s support for the decarbonisation of construction is reflected in its recently launched sustainability framework, Energising Change. The framework allows Aggreko and the organisations it works with to embed low-carbon power and temperature control technologies in their operations. At the heart of Energising Change are investments that give industry better access to cleaner and greener energy sources, such as the expansion of its fleets of small, mid and large-size BESS, which builds on $140m earmarked over the last two years to expand Aggreko’s Greener Upgrades fleet, including new boilers, Stage V generators, batteries and chillers. To find out more about Aggreko’s BESS solutions, visit: https://www.aggreko.com/en-gb/products/energy-storage.  Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

It’s been one full year since Sunbelt Rentals UK and Ireland launched Flooring Solutions. Neil Shakespeare, Flooring Solutions Business Unit Director, shares how the business unit has grown by supporting customers with innovative equipment and flexible rental agreements. How has the business developed in its first year? When we had the vision to expand into the floor care and maintenance industry, we did so with research and a bold vision. Inspired by the success of our US colleagues, we knew there was potential in the UK but what we’ve achieved so far has exceeded our expectations. We started out with three depots and a £4m equipment fleet and in just a short time, we’ve added an additional depot in Bathgate, Scotland and increased our fleet to almost £7.5m. What began as a small team of six has expanded to a strong team of 21 dedicated experts to support the growing customer demands, and that’s just the beginning. Offering floor care and maintenance solutions was a new area for Sunbelt Rentals, with 95% of the specialist equipment range new to the company. We developed strong partnerships with industry leaders like Tennant, National Flooring Equipment, and Husqvarna to build our unique equipment fleet tailored to customer and industry needs. By leveraging their insights and combining them with our expertise in delivering flexible rental agreements, we ensure that our customers have access to the right equipment when they need it most. How has the equipment fleet evolved in the last 12 months? Our mission is clear: to deliver a world-class rental experience. By investing in robotic equipment and new technology, we’re able to provide customers with solutions that enable them to ensure they are using limited resources efficiently. Take Heathrow Airport, for example, two of our robotic cleaners have each completed over 1 million square feet of cleaning. This innovation hasn’t just improved operational efficiency; it has also contributed to a notable increase in customer satisfaction ratings, all while maintaining costs. We’re excited to be growing our fleet of robotic scrubber-dryers with the new X4 ROVR from Tennant. It uses the latest AI technology in a compact design to provide customers with even greater productivity in more complex and busy environments. The strength of our relationship with Tennant means we’re the first UK rental company to stock this model. Outside of robotic technology, we’ve expanded our product range to include a wide range of complementary products so our customers can get everything they need from one place, including large-scale equipment to smaller essentials like vacuums and jet washers. What achievements stand out to you? The growth and expansion of our customer base has been phenomenal. An impressive 80% of our customers are new to Sunbelt Rentals, reflecting the unique value and appeal of our offering. We’re successfully attracting a new and diverse customer base from across the country, which shows the strength of our solutions and the trust we’ve earned in such a short time. What’s even more exciting is the unexpected ways in which our floor care and maintenance solutions are making an impact. We’ve seen significant uptake in industries we didn’t initially expect, such as construction. Our dust management systems, for example, have proven to be invaluable in helping projects like HS2 meet health and safety standards while improving welfare on site. How does equipment help customers improve their sustainability credentials? As part of our sustainability strategy, Our Planet, we’re committed to helping our customers drive down their carbon emissions and achieve their sustainability goals. With 95% of our equipment powered by battery, our solutions deliver zero emissions during use. In fact, we only have four fossil-fuelled products remaining in our entire range and we’re continuing to look for sustainable alternatives for these. As soon as greener options that deliver the same, or better, productivity become available, we’ll make the switch—because innovation in sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Our flexible rental model also plays a crucial role in supporting sustainability. Instead of requiring customers to invest in, maintain and eventually dispose of their own equipment, they can access the equipment they need, only when they need it. This is especially helpful for those necessary but infrequent tasks. This sustainable rental model means customers can stay agile by accessing the latest models without requiring storage and maintenance nor dealing with the waste and cost of disposal. What’s next? As we look ahead to the next 12 months, we anticipate continued sustainable growth with exciting opportunities in the pipeline. We’ll continue to look at our depot network to ensure we’re well positioned to support customers across the UK, We’re planning to open a fifth depot which will allow us to expand our reach and create more employment opportunities as we grow our team. Our product range and solutions will keep evolving, driven by the feedback and response from our customers. By staying responsive to their needs, we’re not just keeping pace—we’re setting the standard for excellence in the rental industry. I’m incredibly proud of what the team has achieved so far. – And we’re only just getting started! Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

MILWAUKEE® continues to disrupt the cordless impact wrench market with the introduction of the next generation of M12 FUEL™* Compact Impact Wrenches. With the compact size, the new Impacts deliver the most access in tight spaces while doubling the performance from the previous gen. The compact size and reduced weight make overhead applications less strenuous and reduce fatigue from repetitive use throughout the day. Available in 3/8” and ½” with Friction Ring, the new M12 FUEL™ Compact Impact Wrenches are the most compact and their weight without battery is only 1kg, which is lighter than the competition. With the increased power, the new impact wrenches can remove the most corroded and stubborn fasteners.  Featuring an updated 4-Mode DRIVE CONTROL, enabling single handed mode changes by shifting into neutral and double tapping the trigger. The AUTO SHUT-OFF Mode also applies no more than 20 Nm of torque for hand-tight applications, that prevents overtightening when in forward mode delivering users greater control. While in reverse, bolt removal mode slows down the RPM once the bolt is free, preventing bolts from flying around the work area. The new M12 FUEL™ Compact Impact Wrenches join the M12™ Cordless System, the largest sub-compact system on the market, focused on delivering industry-leading durability and the power to complete applications in the tightest spaces. Currently, the M12™ System is made up of more than 115 solutions. *M12 FUEL™ power tools are designed, engineered, and built to deliver extreme performance and productivity. All M12 FUEL™ products feature three MILWAUKEE®-exclusive innovations—the POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor, REDLITHIUM™ Battery Pack and REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence Hardware and Software—that deliver unmatched power, run time and durability on the job site. Simply put, M12 FUEL™ tools are the most powerful sub-compact cordless tools in their class. Specifications M12 FUEL™ ½” Compact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring M12 FCIWF12G3-502X Kit Includes: (1) M12 FUEL™ ½” Compact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring, (2) M12 HB5 Battery Packs, (1) C12 C Charger, (1) HD Box M12 FUEL™ 3/8” Compact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring M12 FCIWF38G3-502X Kit Includes: (1) M12 FUEL™ 3/8” Compact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring, (2) M12 HB5 Battery Packs, (1) C12 C Charger, (1) HD Box Perfect Match: M12 FCIWF12G3 ½″ SHOCKWAVE™ IMPACT DUTY automotive impact socket set – Automotive 3pcs socket set (4932451568) M12 FCIWF38G3 SHOCKWAVE™ IMPACT DUTY impact sockets – 3/8″ Packout impact socket set – 19 pc (4932480946)To find out more about M12 FUEL™ Compact Impact Wrenches, see video footage of it in action or find your nearest store, please visit www.milwaukeetool.eu Visit Milwaukee Tool UK’s Instagram and LinkedIn for further information. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Instagrid (www.instagrid.co), the Certified B Corporation and leading provider of advanced battery-based portable power systems for mobile workforces, today announces the launch of Instagrid GO. The high-performance battery unit will provide mobile power to UK construction workers facing challenging power demands, whilst simultaneously transforming workplace safety and driving the construction industry net-zero push. Global off-grid work is currently dominated by inefficient and costly fuel-powered combustion generators that produce harmful emissions and pose health risks to users. To combat this, the UK construction industry has launched a plan to eliminate 78% of diesel machinery from UK construction sites by 2035. In order to reach this goal, construction executives and business owners need to adopt innovative clean technologies. Born out of Germany’s world-renowned epicenter for innovation and engineering excellence, Instagrid has developed a sustainable alternative power supply that integrates a unique award-winning architecture of stacked micro-inverters to deliver precise grid-like performance, at a fraction of the size, weight, and environmental cost of conventional generators. In fact, by avoiding expenditure on fuel and maintenance, Instagrid customers save nearly 80% on lifetime costs, all whilst generating zero exhaust fumes. Instagrid’s principal and flagship product Instagrid ONE has so far helped nearly 50,000 users across Europe to reduce costs thanks to savings on fuel and maintenance, and to create a more efficient and healthier work environment. In many cases, Instagrid ONE has transformed how users work entirely. For example, providing metal workers ultra-high peak power for welding on-the-go, or helping film crews to streamline their operations by avoiding cumbersome cables and noisy power generators on set. Following the monumental success of Instagrid ONE across several verticals in Europe, Instagrid has now developed a new power unit that directly responds to the unique energy regulations of the UK construction vertical, whilst encompassing the peak power and portability components of Instagrid ONE. Instagrid GO will transform the way construction workers operate, granting them a higher level of flexibility and freedom to perform power-demanding tasks, whilst elevating their level of safety through reduced cabling and local emissions. Furthermore, by drastically reducing air and noise pollution on-site, workers can feel assured that their safety is of paramount importance. Instagrid GO: portable energy reinvented Instagrid GO (shown above, product spec below) is the new UK-specific mobile energy source for construction workers, providing clean power for anyone, anywhere, anytime: Instagrid GO is the third product from Instagrid, and is compatible with the Instagrid LINK – the smart power distributor that lets users connect multiple power sources together, allowing seamless switching between them and increasing overall capacity. With charge times of under 3 hours, and enabling a sustained and efficient energy supply, the Instagrid GO powers a range of applications. For example: For information on demoing or purchasing Instagrid GO, the UK Sales Team can be contacted at sales.uk@instagrid.co. Instagrid GO is also available to purchase in North American markets, developed with dual 120 V outputs and the option to switch to 240 V, empowering professional use cases across multiple sectors of industry, including construction, film & media, emergency services, and events. Sebastian Berning, Co-CEO and Co-Founder: “Instagrid GO embodies the same innovative spirit as our European flagship product, Instagrid ONE, which has revolutionised the portable power market since its inception. Rooted in rigorous German engineering and fueled by feedback from top-tier professional customers, we crafted Instagrid GO to fulfil the exacting demands of the UK construction vertical. Instagrid GO is a game-changer for construction professionals pursuing clean, high-performance mobile power.” Andreas Sedlmayr, Co-CEO and Co-Founder: “The launch of Instagrid GO marks a groundbreaking step in our commitment to delivering high-performance power while achieving ambitious sustainability targets. In our mission to decarbonise off-grid power, we now have a product tailor-made for the UK construction vertical, which remains heavily reliant on combustion technology. With nearly 50,000 users across Europe already experiencing the benefits of clean, high-performance mobile power, Instagrid GO is set to empower professionals in this key construction industry. This innovative solution will not only drive their commercial success but also support the transition towards net-zero goals.” Product specifications Output voltage: 110 V AC / 50 Hz Rated output power: 3.6 kW Peak output power: 18.0 kW Rated energy capacity: 2.1 kWh Weight: 21 kg IP Class: IP54 Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

The M18™ Bluetooth®* Jobsite Speaker delivers full range sound and job site versatility. The 9.5 cm woofer and high frequency tweeter deliver optimised sound for medium sized spaces.  AUDIO LINK allows you to play music through multiple compatible Milwaukee® devices (over 200+) creating a larger sound experience. The Speaker provides up to 18 hours of run time at 100% volume on the M18 B5 battery. The built-in equaliser settings allows the user to customise the bass and treble to their preferred sound. The body of the speaker features utility cart, nail hook and pass through hanging capabilities, integrated within the handle design. This provides job site versatility. The speaker has a durable design and can withstand the most demanding jobsite environments. It can charge up personal devices with USB-C 3.0 A device charging. Power the radio with any M18™ battery. The M18™ Bluetooth® speaker delivers balanced sound that is built for the job site.  MILWAUKEE® is committed to improving productivity by providing performance driven and trade focused solutions so users can perform an entire day’s work on one battery system. The new M18™ Jobsite Speaker is fully compatible with the entire M18™ line, now offering more than 290 power tool solutions. *The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by (TTI corporate name) is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Specifications M18™ Jobsite Speaker (M18 SPEJSG2-0) Kit Includes: (1) M18™ Jobsite Speaker To find out more about the M18™ Bluetooth® Jobsite Speaker, see video footage of it in action or find your nearest store, please visit https://uk.milwaukeetool.uk/. Visit Milwaukee Tool UK’s Instagram and LinkedIn for further information. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Leading workwear and safety footwear brand TROJAN has launched its most inclusive range of safety shoes to date, including unisex work trainers that offer ‘true female fit’.  The new TROJAN footwear range, available exclusively from Arco, has been designed in a modern style, reflecting the growing shift in consumer preferences from traditional safety boots and shoes to more stylish, casual trainers and hiker boots.  Along with specific men’s and women’s options, the new collection includes unisex trainers that have been moulded on the contours of women’s feet in sizes 3-6, offering a true female fit. This makes it easier for a business to kit out their whole team with the same level of comfort, support and protection.  The range includes five new styles, all made with lightweight materials and offering enhanced comfort and performance features such as improved footbeds.   All five options meet the latest safety footwear standard (EN ISO 20345:2022), providing slip resistance and steel or composite toe protection and midsoles. The non-metallic styles incorporate advanced midsole materials to provide superior protection.  Trojan products are tested in Arco’s own Product Assurance laboratory, the first UK testing lab able to carry out UKAS-accredited testing against impacts, compression, midsole perforation, slip resistance and electrical resistance of safety footwear certified to the revised standard.  To help businesses achieve their sustainability goals, all styles in the new TROJAN footwear range incorporate recycled materials in the linings, laces and footbeds, with 45 per cent Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certified uppers.  Becky Casson, buying director at Arco, said “Arco is committed to leading the way in innovative and inclusive workplace solutions. This new Trojan footwear range not only modernises our footwear offerings but also reinforces our dedication to providing more inclusive workwear options.   “We believe that every worker deserves footwear that fits well, looks great, and performs under pressure, and this collection delivers just that.”  The TROJAN range is available exclusively from Arco.  Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Perfect Workwear – for less than perfect days. Snickers Workwear’s new range of lightweight Mid-layers are a Fusion of style and performance – built for active work in the Autumn. Crafted for full flexibility on site and optimal comfort and built for active work, they’re fully flexible and can be worn as an outer layer when it’s warmer or a mid-layer when it’s a bit cooler. They’re full of handy technical features and innovative fabrics to tame the wind, plus brand new energising colours to brighten your spring-time workday. Choose from new street-smart styles such as the Windblocker Half-zip Hoodie or the Lightweight Flexiwork Mid-layer Jacket – creative workwear solutions designed to make your job easier. Whatever Snickers Workwear Mid-layer you choose, you can be sure that they all have body-mapping designs for a great fit, outstanding functionality and long-lasting comfort – all day, every day. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals