Articles
Modern Methods
Posted: 10th May 2010
The Modular & Portable Building Industry, still continues to grow, from strength to strength. Even in these uncertain times, one thing we can be certain about is that our industry as ever will be keeping up with the requirements to provide buildings that meet the criteria of which we are all aware:
Article written by Jackie Maginnis for www.B4ED.com - Building 4 Education
Modular Benefits
Posted: 1st May 2010
We are all aware of the proposed new Part L Building Regulations that are due to come into force as of October 2010. As an industry modular buildings are now increasing more and more in the Education sector for a variety of reasons.
Article written by Jackie Maginnis for www.IE-today.co.uk
UK Plant Guide 2010 - Temporary Buildings Contribute to the Construction Market
Posted: 8th Apr 2010
Over 70 years ago the requirement for site accommodation became more in demand, the Modular & Portable Industry has grown and prospered during that time In many cases our products are first on site and last to be removed.
Article written by Jackie Maginnis for www.ukplantguide.com
The Case for Modular Buildings
Posted: 5th Apr 2010
With tough, new Part L Building Regulations due in October, Jackie Maginnis of the Modular & Portable Building Association, pitches a viable construction option.
Article written by Jackie Maginnis for HEALTH SERVICE PROCUREMENT REVIEW
Custodial Suites - Modular moves to a new market sector
Posted: 2nd Apr 2010
Jackie Maginnis Chief Executive of the MPBA (Modular & Portable Building Association) is delighted to see that once again modular buildings are fulfilling a specific need. Historically custodial suites have been supplied by traditional buildings, not so today.
Article Written by Jackie Maginnis MPBA for www.custodialreview.co.uk
A Call to Arms
Posted: 12th Feb 2010
Jackie Maginnis, Chief Executive of the Modular & Portable Building Association is a firm believer that modular buildings meet all the required criteria to be a successful and truly modern method of construction. Here she provides a brief guide to what you should be looking for in your prefab structure.
Article by Jackie Maginnis, published in Off Site Construction Autumn 2009
Modular Buildings Meet the Criteria
Posted: 12th Jan 2010
Chief Executive of the MPBA, Jackie Maginnis, discusses the importance of Modular and Portable Buildings in the 21st-Century.
Article by Jackie Maginnis, published in Premier Construction Volume 14 - Issue 2
Buildings for the Future
Posted: 22nd Apr 2009
Prefabricated buildings have not always enjoyed good press in the past. More often than not they have attracted or been associated with controversy. Considered by many to be a poor substitute for the 'real thing' before they arrive – this has also been compounded by local authorities and NHS Trusts choosing the most basic models anticipating a trouble free building for the rest of its life. Our industry has proven the sceptics wrong, for many years now we have been providing temporary healthcare buildings that have remained as a permanent feature.
Article by Jackie Maginnis, published in Health Business magazine online www.healthbusinessuk.com
Green Issues and Modular Buildings
Posted: 14th Apr 2009
'Off Site Construction', 'Build Off site', 'sustainability', and 'renewable energy' are all fashionable buzz key words that seem to be everywhere we go today.
Not for the modular and portable building industry, though, these are all familiar phrases that we have been using for many years; buildings produced in these modern times tick all the boxes.
Article by Jackie Maginnis, Published in Education Business www.educationbusinessuk.com
The Industry's Association
Posted: 14th Jan 2009
There is an old saying: 'from little acorns grow…' - and it could be said that this applies to the portable and modular building industry. Sixty-five years ago, companies in the modular building sector were mainly involved in the manufacture of buildings with floor, walls and roof sections, which were prefabricated from timber and suitable for easy erection on-site.
Article by Jackie Maginnis, Published in Construction Today
Modular & Portable Buildings Move On
Posted: 2nd Apr 2008
Progress throughout the last 60 years has been considerable with buildings of all sizes and uses now being manufactured and installed. Hotels, hospitals, schools, offices and even prisons to name just a few applications, the industry has come a long way since the war years.Article by Jackie Maginnis, published in PIR Construction (November 2006)
Building Solutions
Posted: 2nd Apr 2008
Originally seen as a temporary solution, the modular and portable building industry has evolved to offer high quality and reliable constructions to rival permanent buildings.Article by Jackie Maginnis, published by Education Business
