Suppling and installing nearly 1,000 concrete retaining walls to a waste recycling centre in Walsall

The facility has been created on six hectares of previously waterlogged land at Middlemore Lane. Thought to be Europe’s largest household waste recycling centre, it boasts 19 bays, each housing two skips, allowing residents to recycle everything from electrical items and batteries to household chemicals, oils, textiles and glass. A reuse shop has also been […]

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Why ground fixing retaining walls is best practice in waste and recycling

Across the industry, ground fixing retaining walls to a suitable slab or foundation is now widely recognised as best practice. Positive ground fixing is increasingly expected by designers, operators, insurers and auditors because it directly addresses the real-world risks present on operational sites. The operational reality of waste and recycling sites Waste and recycling yards […]

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Concrete pipe collars for long sea outfall in Severn Estuary

As the aging concrete-coated steel pipe stretched across a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), replacing it with a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) upgrade would take careful planning and collaborative teamwork. Recognising this sensitivity, principal contractor Kaymac Marine and Civil Engineering Ltd liaised with a range of stakeholders and expert suppliers – including Poundfield Precast – […]

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Poundfield Precast installs 60-tonne overhead gantry crane

Manufactured by Street Crane, a globally respected specialist in lifting equipment, the crane forms part of an ongoing, long-term investment plan designed to support our expanding project portfolio. Supporting growth and larger projects Over the last few years, we have experienced substantial business growth, driven by increasing demand for high-quality precast concrete solutions across a […]

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Supporting local care through art: Poundfield Precast proud to support St Elizabeth Hospice

Over the years, one of the most rewarding partnerships we’ve been part of has been the Wild in Art fundraising trails – vibrant, creative events that have captured the imagination of Ipswich and beyond, all in support of St Elizabeth Hospice. Each trail transforms the town into an open-air art gallery, with large, beautifully decorated […]

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Inspiring the next generation: West Suffolk College students visit Poundfield Precast

The visit offered the students valuable insight into how precast concrete products are designed, manufactured, and used in real-world construction projects. The day included presentations on health and safety, a crucial aspect of working in any construction environment. Students learned about the safety procedures that ensure everyone on site stays protected, as well as the […]

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