Addressing the Legacy of RAAC: Balancing Safety with Innovation in Construction
Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) has been a notable material in the construction industry, extensively used between the mid-1950s and mid-1990s to form roof planks, wall panels, and occasionally floor planks. It offered a lightweight, innovative solution,...
A New Chapter in Building Safety: The Groundbreaking Impact of the Building Safety Act
Marking a significant milestone in post-Grenfell reforms, the Building Safety Act has received Royal Assent, embodying the most comprehensive piece of legislation since World War II. This transformative act is designed to empower residents and homeowners with more...
Pioneering Sustainability: Scotland’s Vision to Become the Hub for Wind Turbine Blade Recycling in Europe
In a decisive move towards sustainability, the Scottish Government has forged a deal aimed at positioning Scotland as a European hub for recycling and repurposing wind turbine blades. This significant agreement, part of the new onshore wind sector deal, was unveiled...
Championing Mental Health: A Paradigm Shift in the Construction Industry
Traditionally, the construction sector has been associated with high pressures and demanding environments, leading to a prevalence of work-related stress and mental health issues among its workforce. The industry’s inherent challenges have often made it difficult for...
Understanding the Implications: Scaling Back on Net Zero Targets
The recent announcement by the Prime Minister regarding the scaling back of the UK's Net Zero plans has sparked considerable concern and discussion amongst various sectors. The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), a prominent entity in the building sector, has...
AGM Building Services – Mechanical & Electrical Design
AGM Group have been delighted with the increase in enquiries from clients to provide a mechanical and electrical design solution for their projects. We work closely with our clients from our Glasgow base to provide the services required nationwide. Design work...
AGM Group 15th Year Anniversary on the 22nd March 2019.
Morning everyone, It is with great pride that AGM Group celebrates its 15th anniversary today. I believe it is important to mark such occasions, as when we all start our respective journeys, we cannot be sure where they will take us. Since 2004, I have been fortunate...
WhatsUpp with using WhatsApp
WhatsApp Like we do with many of our friends we use WhatsApp to commune quickly over a single issue or share related issues in one forum. This works extremely well on site. An operative can share a picture, video, document or comment with all affected parties...
Supplier Turned Client
Rearo is a brand of quality on laminated products. Laminated products as are found in kitchens, bathroom and furniture throughout our homes, offices, public buildings, leisure and recreational facilities. It is hard to think of building without them now. They offer...
Top 5 considerations for any shop-fit
Although AGM will handle larger Fit-outs we will often have enquiries from smaller retailers or offices looking to enhance or establish their first unit. Though AGM are perhaps not the best fit for their works the advice we can give still applies. Define your...