Top of the class

Staff at a global construction industry firm went back to the classroom to work with international students at a language school. Metal decking and concrete specialists SMD Ltd teamed up with Capital School of English for a joint project. The Poole company known for shaping Britain’s skyline offered work experience with a difference to students at the long-established Bournemouth school. … Read More

Poole company shaping Dubai’s skyline

Steel firm SMD Ltd has completed a major contract worth more than £1 million to help build twin skyscrapers in Dubai. The Poole-based company shipped more than 100,000 sq m of steel decking to the United Arab Emirates for the job. Dubai’s Tiara United Towers is a development of two 46-storey towers with the structure reaching 193m (633ft). The two … Read More

Steel firm driving up industry standards

A Dorset steel decking firm has explained why it is happy to share technical data with clients, the construction industry – and even rival businesses. Poole-based SMD has now published its latest concept design guide that includes design look-up tables for floor decking. The company that is shaping Britain’s skyline has issued a new White Book, the brainchild of Technical … Read More

MP’s praise for steel firm

A Dorset company shaping Britain’s skyline has been praised by an MP for its contribution to the UK’s manufacturing industry.

Anniversary milestone for steel firm

A construction company formed in the year building work started on the channel tunnel is celebrating its 30th anniversary after growing to be one of the leading players in the UK steel industry.