by formadmin | May 14, 2026 | Construction, Health & Safety
Introduction Fire safety is a critical consideration in commercial and residential construction. When specifying stair formwork and void forms, clients often ask: “How does galvanised steel perform in a fire?” The answer is reassuring. Steel is...
by formadmin | May 5, 2026 | Construction, Health & Safety
Introduction Every stair flight we manufacture is fitted with four lifting hooks. These humble components are critical to safety—they are the only thing between the crane and a multi-tonne concrete pour. But how do we know they are strong enough? The answer lies in...
by formadmin | Apr 22, 2026 | Construction, Health & Safety
Introduction If you have received a balustrade delivery from Stair Formwork Ltd, you will have noticed the protective wrap covering the handrails. This is not ordinary packing material—it is a carefully specified flame retardant wrap designed to protect both the...
by formadmin | Apr 16, 2026 | Construction
Introduction For decades, constructing concrete staircases on site meant building temporary formwork, waiting for curing, striking the formwork, and then returning later to install balustrades. It is a process fraught with delays, safety risks, and hidden costs. At...
by formadmin | Jan 26, 2026 | Construction
Introduction The construction industry is changing. Labour shortages, programme pressure, and safety requirements are driving a shift away traditional methods towards prefabrication and off-site manufacturing. At Stair Formwork Ltd, we have seen this trend firsthand....
