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Our crane mats are robust and strong and made to last. Our 3m x 1m versions in either 100mm or 150mm thickness are an ideal solution for creating stable bases quickly and easily for crane operations on all kinds of construction sites and environments. Whilst these are...

The Hs2 is new fast railway network. It links the north of the country with London and is a much needed improvement in current transportation in the UK. This high speed railway runs through Scotland, the North of England and the Midlands, joining up with London. It is...

Careers in construction are wide ranging and involve much more than the trades that might first come to mind. They include areas such as architecture, planning, project management and of course the actual building side. There’s nothing like the sense of achievement...

When you are organising and arranging any construction project, you need to make sure you have all the right equipment for the job, or else you can’t know that you are really going to complete the project in the way you would hope. One important piece of equipment...

When it comes to some construction sites, there can be some sites that have problems with the terrain that you are working on. If you want to eliminate the issues, then a good option for you is timber bog mats. Not only do they help to provide a stable terrain for the...

Bog mats and crane mats are different names for the same thing. In relation to working platforms, these are vital to ensure stability for construction plant during any work that is taking place. It helps to avoid accidents or overturning of equipment which can happen...

Construction has been around as long as we have, with some of the earliest communities in history building shelter for themselves to live and work in. From The Pyramids to the Berg Khalif, construction has for a long time been something we used to show power and...

The London property market is one of the largest and most powerful in Europe. It is normal to be a little curious about what led it to become what it is today. The history of house building in the UK is extremely dynamic and, at times, complicated. As it generally...

If your construction site is in an area that gets very muddy and churned up from the movement of construction vehicles, bog mats could be just what you need. They provide a stable surface on all kinds of terrains, from sand to mud and everything in between. But more...

The construction industry is considered to be among the most resource-hungry and environmentally-detrimental sectors globally. It might seem strange for us to be writing about such a subject, but Birketts Bogmat’s takes it’s responsibility seriously which is how the...

Once upon a time, people could just buy any wood regardless of where it came from. However, as we try to save the planet, it is essential that we preserve the woodlands, trees, and forests, which are necessary for our own survival. Therefore, today you can’t just buy...

Birketts Bog Mats takes the wellbeing of our team and customers very seriously. During this difficult time, we are monitoring the ever-changing situation closely and at all times continue to follow government advice. We are taking additional steps to protect our staff...