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Aug 12, 2025
Meet The Major Projects Team

Meet The Major Projects Team

Below the surface and behind the scenes of Groundforce's major infrastructure projects, is a team working hard in the background.

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May 16, 2025
Groundforce’s drive for clean energy boosted by the Instagrid Mobile Power Supply

Groundforce’s drive for clean energy boosted by the Instagrid Mobile Power Supply

Groundforce have introduced the Instagrid GO Mobile Power Supply: a portable, lightweight device that delivers grid-like electrical performance without the limitations associated with conventional diesel or petrol generators.

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Mar 24, 2025
Utility Courses Delivered by Experts Now Available From Groundforce Training

Utility Courses Delivered by Experts Now Available From Groundforce Training

Building on our excellent reputation throughout the construction and civil engineering sectors for delivering high standard courses, Groundforce Training have now made available a new portfolio of EUSR accredited utility courses.

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Nov 29, 2024
Groundforce makes new piling appointments

Groundforce makes new piling appointments

Groundforce appoints two Garys to its piling businesses.

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Nov 4, 2024
Groundforce Shorco Hiredesk Wins ‘Highly Commended’ Honours in Two Categories

Groundforce Shorco Hiredesk Wins ‘Highly Commended’ Honours in Two Categories

The Hire Desk team at Groundforce Shorco have been recognised as Highly Commended in two categories at the 2024 Northern Contact Centre Awards

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Nov 1, 2024
Investing in our team to serve you better!

Investing in our team to serve you better!

Our Stopper Specialists division recently took Callum, one of our hire controllers, to a Waste Water Treatment Works (WWTW) upgrade site in the South, part of the ongoing AMP7 investment programme.

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Oct 31, 2024
Groundforce Bids a Fond Farewell to Richard Cherrie after 44 years’ Service

Groundforce Bids a Fond Farewell to Richard Cherrie after 44 years’ Service

It is with mixed emotions that we say goodbye to Richard Cherrie as he prepares to enter retirement

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Oct 8, 2024
Hire Desk team aims high with major awards

Hire Desk team aims high with major awards

Groundforce Shorco’s Hire Desk team are shortlisted for not one but two places in the finals of a prestigious award scheme.

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Sep 12, 2024
Mr Cropper: 24 Years of successfully Serving House Builders

Mr Cropper: 24 Years of successfully Serving House Builders

With a drive for new housing potentially just around the corner, contractors and house building developers can be assured that Mr Cropper has the capacity and range of equipment to meet any new increase in demand. We offer solutions for a wide variety of pile cropping applications to meet the specific requirements of the house building sector.

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Aug 20, 2024
The Top 10 Benefits of Hiring Pipe Stoppers and Pressure Testing Equipment

The Top 10 Benefits of Hiring Pipe Stoppers and Pressure Testing Equipment

In construction and utilities, having access to the right equipment at the right time is crucial. At Stopper Specialists, we aim to provide an efficient and flexible solution by offering high-quality pipe stoppers and pressure testing equipment for hire. Here’s an overview of the benefits of hiring our equipment and how it can support your business operations.

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Aug 14, 2024
The Importance of Coil Awareness Training

The Importance of Coil Awareness Training

Accidents occurring within the construction sector post-pandemic has seen a 70% increase with the industry reporting twice as many deaths compared to agriculture, forestry and mining. This HSE data highlights that while safety is viewed as paramount, the fact remains that fatal injury in construction was five times higher than the average across all industries from the period 2023/24 with the most common causes being falls from height, being struck by a moving object and being struck by a moving vehicle.

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Aug 14, 2024
What is Hydrostatic Testing?

What is Hydrostatic Testing?

Hydrostatic testing is the most commonly used procedure for checking the performance of pipes, boilers and pressure vessels. The method is used to highlight any flaws or damage that could result in a pressure loss. The industry generally considers this to be the safest method of pressure testing and for identifying potential leaks, strength or structural issues.

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Aug 14, 2024
What is Pressure Testing?

What is Pressure Testing?

Pressure testing is conducted to WIS 4-01-03 or IGN 4-01-03, depending on the pipe material, to ensure the pipe meets the required standards. Find out more about the purpose of pressure testing.

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Aug 13, 2024
Groundforce Shorco and Stopper Specialists: Supporting the Utilities Sector

Groundforce Shorco and Stopper Specialists: Supporting the Utilities Sector

Groundforce has spent many years listening to customers’ requirements in order to become a reputable supplier for those working in utilities. This commitment has seen Groundforce Shorco and Stopper Specialists build a cross-functional service for companies working in areas such as gas, water, electricity and power transmission.

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Jun 24, 2024
Groundforce are finalists in the Construction News Specialist awards.

Groundforce are finalists in the Construction News Specialist awards.

Specialist construction services supplier Groundforce has added two more prestigious nominations to its growing list of accolades, having been named finalists in this year’s Construction News Specialist Awards.

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Mar 11, 2024
Groundforce goes for the double

Groundforce goes for the double

Specialist construction services supplier Groundforce has won a brace of shortlistings in this year’s Ground Engineering Awards.

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Jan 12, 2024
What is the Piletec Vibration Monitor?

What is the Piletec Vibration Monitor?

This Vibration Monitor is the most efficient and high-quality vibration monitoring system on the market: it uses advanced Micro-Electromechanical Systems (MEMS) technology. Read our list of FAQ's to find out more.

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Dec 13, 2023
Vp plc has its emissions targets validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative

Vp plc has its emissions targets validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative

Vp plc’s strategy to reduce emissions gets the SBTi seal of approval. Specialist equipment rental group Vp plc has had its efforts and its strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through science-based targets validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).

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Dec 11, 2023
Groundforce appoints new engineering director

Groundforce appoints new engineering director

Oliver Smith is promoted to Engineering Director at Groundforce Shorco. Shoring specialists Groundforce Shorco have promoted their Head of UK Engineering Design, Oliver Smith, to Engineering Director.

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Oct 25, 2023
Groundforce's YourSolution Earns Finalist Spot at 2023 CMAs

Groundforce's YourSolution Earns Finalist Spot at 2023 CMAs

Groundforce Shorco is celebrating after being shortlisted at the Construction Marketing Awards (CMAs) 2023 in the “Best use of website” category for its groundbreaking YourSolution online temporary works design tool.

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Oct 11, 2023
Groundforce Training make it two in a row at the Energy & Utility Skills Awards

Groundforce Training make it two in a row at the Energy & Utility Skills Awards

Back-to-back wins for Groundforce Training at prestigious industry awards.

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Oct 3, 2023
Introducing: YourSolution+

Introducing: YourSolution+

Groundforce Shorco are pleased to announce the launch of YourSolution+, an industry-first temporary works design tool. Offering engineers, temporary works coordinators and anyone confident to give a soil profile, unprecedented access to create their own trench and manhole box designs.

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Aug 31, 2023
Groundforce takes its place as finalists in the CN Specialist Awards

Groundforce takes its place as finalists in the CN Specialist Awards

Groundforce are finalists in the CN Specialist Awards 2023, in the category of ‘Equipment Specialist of the Year’.

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Jun 27, 2023
Groundforce Training celebrates its 10th birthday

Groundforce Training celebrates its 10th birthday

Groundforce Training is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2023, safe in the knowledge it has helped thousands of workers within utilities, construction and civil engineering stay equally as safe on site.

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Jun 1, 2023
Vp plc divisions will debut two new products at Rail Live 2023

Vp plc divisions will debut two new products at Rail Live 2023

Stand G7 at Rail Live will showcase products and solutions from six Vp plc divisions.

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May 30, 2023
Mr Cropper presents the ultimate Operator Challenge at Plantworx 2023

Mr Cropper presents the ultimate Operator Challenge at Plantworx 2023

Vp plc division, Mr Cropper are a sponsor of the inaugural Operators Challenge at Plantworx 2023

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May 16, 2023
Temporary works tool gets a fourth upgrade from Groundforce Shorco

Temporary works tool gets a fourth upgrade from Groundforce Shorco

YourSolution, Groundforce Shorco’s interactive design tool, upgrades to 1.4.

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Apr 27, 2023
Groundforce shortlisted in Ground Engineering awards

Groundforce shortlisted in Ground Engineering awards

Groundforce have been shortlisted as finalists in the category of ‘Specialist Geotechnical Supplier of the Year’ in the Ground Engineering Awards 2023.

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Mar 31, 2023
CE/UKCA Announcement

CE/UKCA Announcement

Groundforce are pleased to announce that their major shoring products are now endorsed with both the CE and UKCA Mark.

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Mar 27, 2023
Groundforce Shorco unveils a carbon calculator for temporary works

Groundforce Shorco unveils a carbon calculator for temporary works

Specialist shoring supplier Groundforce Shorco has developed a carbon calculator for temporary works and is making it available not just for customers but the shoring industry as a whole.

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Feb 8, 2023
Groundforce Shorco adds a 4.5m Manhole Box to its portfolio

Groundforce Shorco adds a 4.5m Manhole Box to its portfolio

New 4.5m Manhole Box that is a sought-after shoring solution when installing precast concrete rings up to 3m in diameter has been added to leading UK construction solutions supplier, Groundforce Shorco’s fleet.

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Jan 26, 2023
Marcus’ Mountain Grand Slam – The Final Peak!

Marcus’ Mountain Grand Slam – The Final Peak!

In December, Marcus took on his final climb – Aconcagua. A mountain in the Principal Cordillera of the Andes mountain range.

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Jan 6, 2023
Piletec adds new piling hammers to its hire fleet

Piletec adds new piling hammers to its hire fleet

A Side-Grip Hammer and Impact Hammer are the latest excavator attachments from Piletec

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Dec 9, 2022
Marcus’ Mountain Grand Slam goes to Africa…

Marcus’ Mountain Grand Slam goes to Africa…

In June this year, Marcus from the Groundforce Shorco technical team began embarking on a challenge to conquer mountain peaks in Wales, Tanzania and Argentina, in an attempt to raise £1000 for Prostate Cancer Research. Groundforce are pleased to be sponsoring Marcus on his challenge, ensuring he was able to purchase necessary clothing for the climbs.

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Dec 5, 2022
Groundforce appoints a new area sales manager for Scotland

Groundforce appoints a new area sales manager for Scotland

Specialist construction solutions supplier Groundforce has expanded its shoring sales team in Scotland with the appointment of Stuart Clazey.

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Nov 7, 2022
 Groundforce Training win at the Energy and Utility Skills Awards

Groundforce Training win at the Energy and Utility Skills Awards

Groundforce Training have won a prestigious national award for their work in the water and wastewater sector.

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Sep 22, 2022
Groundforce’s new temporary bridge is a step in the right direction

Groundforce’s new temporary bridge is a step in the right direction

New Step Bridge launched by Groundforce Bridge helps the workforce and the public.

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Aug 2, 2022
Temporary works tool gets a third upgrade from Groundforce Shorco

Temporary works tool gets a third upgrade from Groundforce Shorco

YourSolution, Groundforce Shorco’s interactive design tool, upgrades to 1.3

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Jul 26, 2022
Vp plc launches its Short Term Roadmap to Net Zero

Vp plc launches its Short Term Roadmap to Net Zero

Groundforce parent company Vp plc has officially launched its Short Term Roadmap to Net Zero by 2050.

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Jul 19, 2022
Groundforce put in peak-performance for WaterAid with funds raised doubled by Vp plc!

Groundforce put in peak-performance for WaterAid with funds raised doubled by Vp plc!

Groundforce will be taking on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge, in an attempt to raise vital funds for WaterAid.

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Jul 6, 2022
Groundforce has been ranked no.1 by Scottish Water

Groundforce has been ranked no.1 by Scottish Water

Scottish Water has awarded a first-place Framework agreement to Groundforce for the Hire of Trenching and Shoring Equipment.

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Jun 23, 2022
International Women in Engineering Day

International Women in Engineering Day

Today marks the 9th anniversary of International Women in Engineering Day,

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Jun 8, 2022
Stopper Specialists launch new Air Lance

Stopper Specialists launch new Air Lance

Stopper Specialists have launched a new product that increases safety for contractors working around and removing buried utilities services.

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Jun 7, 2022
The Vp Village is back at Rail Live 2022!

The Vp Village is back at Rail Live 2022!

Across stands G7 & G8 at this year’s Rail Live will showcase solutions from Groundforce, TPA, ESS, UK Forks, Torrent Trackside, Brandon Hire Station and MEP.

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May 12, 2022
Groundforce Training signs up to the Armed Forces Covenant

Groundforce Training signs up to the Armed Forces Covenant

Specialist construction training provider, Groundforce Training, has formalised its long-standing support for the Armed Forces.

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May 9, 2022
Groundforce Shorco does the Suffolk shuffle

Groundforce Shorco does the Suffolk shuffle

Groundforce Shorco, is relocating one of its key depots to offer customers improved service. The new depot, will be moved from Bury St Edmunds to Mildenhall Industrial Estate.

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May 5, 2022
Groundforce: Providing the Complete Solution for AMP7 Projects

Groundforce: Providing the Complete Solution for AMP7 Projects

Groundforce’s mission to provide the complete solution has seen the company evolve into a group of specialist core divisions, collectively able to offer AMP7/utilities contractors the ultimate one-stop-shop for all their requirements.

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Apr 1, 2022
Groundforce deliver talk to future engineers at Bradford University

Groundforce deliver talk to future engineers at Bradford University

In February, Akil Jasm Major Project Design Manager and Robert Powell Senior Engineer, visited Bradford University to deliver a presentation on Sheet Piles in temporary works applications.

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Mar 8, 2022
Groundforce Shorco upgrades design tool

Groundforce Shorco upgrades design tool

Excavation support specialist Groundforce Shorco has added a groundwater management option to YourSolution, its interactive design tool for temporary works.

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Feb 8, 2022
My Hires: Groundforce’s new 24-hour service puts customers firmly in control

My Hires: Groundforce’s new 24-hour service puts customers firmly in control

Groundforce is pleased to announce the launch of My Hires, the fresh and innovative online tool which delivers a fundamental change in approach to the way in which Groundforce customers interact with their online accounts.

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Jan 20, 2022
It’s gold for Groundforce

It’s gold for Groundforce

Groundforce have been awarded gold accreditation, the highest level in the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS).

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Jan 13, 2022
Groundforce launches e-commerce capability

Groundforce launches e-commerce capability

Groundforce have launched what is believed to be the first e-commerce site for excavator attachments hire in the UK. The site gives all customers the ability to hire excavator attachments online at any time of the day or night, making hires simple and convenient for customers.

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Dec 20, 2021
Groundforce appoints new engineering director

Groundforce appoints new engineering director

Specialist construction solutions supplier Groundforce has appointed Paul Garton as its new engineering director to head up its technical team

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Oct 7, 2021
Groundforce sponsors Construction News Specialist Awards 2021

Groundforce sponsors Construction News Specialist Awards 2021

Groundforce continues to support major industry events with the sponsorship of the 17th Construction News Specialist Awards.

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Jul 1, 2021
Groundforce Shorco enhances its interactive excavation support tool

Groundforce Shorco enhances its interactive excavation support tool

Six months after its hugely successful launch, excavation support specialist Groundforce Shorco has enhanced its interactive design tool for temporary works, YourSolution.

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Jun 11, 2021
Vp group businesses out in force at this year’s Rail Live exhibition

Vp group businesses out in force at this year’s Rail Live exhibition

The Vp group will be exhibiting a comprensive range of specialist rail and construction equipment and solutions split across two stands at Rail Live 2021, which takes place on June 16th - 17th

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Jun 5, 2021
Groundforce launches new attachments website

Groundforce launches new attachments website

Specialist construction equipment supplier Groundforce has launched a new, dedicated attachments website.

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May 24, 2021
Stopper Specialists appoints new general manager

Stopper Specialists appoints new general manager

Leading construction services supplier Groundforce has appointed one of their former graduates to the post of general manager for their Stopper Specialist business. Sam Woodcock joined Groundforce in 2016 as part of the company’s graduate recruitment programme where he worked in a rotating role across various departments including sales, operations, hire desk, finance, international, technical and asset management teams.

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Apr 19, 2021
Groundforce Training CITB Levy Scheme

Groundforce Training CITB Levy Scheme

Groundforce Training, as an ATO, is fully responsible for making Levy Claims on behalf of Levy paying organisations for grant eligible courses. Taking advantage of the scheme will bring significant savings, especially when there is a need to train a larger group of delegates.

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Mar 31, 2021
Lateral thinking solves vertical problem

Lateral thinking solves vertical problem

Supporting the sides of a 7m-deep square shaft is usually a fairly straightforward affair for Groundforce Shorco. First you install interlocking steel sheet piles around the perimeter, then you brace the top with a waling beam before commencing excavation.

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Mar 29, 2021
Supporting Infrastructure with Short Term Shoring Solutions

Supporting Infrastructure with Short Term Shoring Solutions

This industry resource discusses shoring for infrastructure projects. Including irregular shaped excavations and tips on a more more flexible temporary working environment.

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Mar 3, 2021
Excavator Attachments: Safety in Construction

Excavator Attachments: Safety in Construction

This article discusses the positive effect excavator attachments has had on safety within the construction industry. The article highlights areas such as Protection from flying debris, Manual handling and Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS).

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Jan 26, 2021
Benefits of Trench Boxes

Benefits of Trench Boxes

This article discusses the benefits of using trench boxes in excavations. Specifically looking at the advantages of the Groundforce Shorco 5.0m box range.

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Dec 15, 2020
We've got the Power

We've got the Power

New fuel efficient power packs from Groundforce Attachments.

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Dec 9, 2020
Laying the groundwork for increased flexibility

Laying the groundwork for increased flexibility

Groundforce’s decision to align three distinct brands into one attachments division has been credited with bringing a range of benefits to customers.

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Dec 8, 2020
Excavator Attachments: Reducing Environmental Impact

Excavator Attachments: Reducing Environmental Impact

The continued trend in construction to re-imagine manual power tools by connecting them to an excavator’s hydraulic system has opened up a whole new world of possibilities: this has led to an extended range of excavator attachments becoming widely available and Groundforce Attachments are leading players in the UK supply chain.

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Dec 7, 2020
Collaborative Solutions for Water Treatment Works Upgrade

Collaborative Solutions for Water Treatment Works Upgrade

Main contractor Murphy International, is currently undertaking a €40m contract, to upgrade the Lee Road Water Treatment Plant (WTP) in Cork city, on behalf of Irish Water. The Lee Road WTP provides approximately 70% of Cork City’s total treated water supply and the upgraded plant will provide a more safe and secure water supply for the rapidly growing city.

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Nov 16, 2020
YourSolution FAQ

YourSolution FAQ

The team at Groundforce answer the most frequently asked questions on the new YourSolution tool

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Nov 16, 2020
The ‘Excavator Attachments’ Revolution

The ‘Excavator Attachments’ Revolution

This industry resource will look into the development of Excavator Attachments, highlighting some of the latest attachments products such as: Augers, Compactors, Shears, Selector Grapples and Hydraulic Hammers.

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Nov 4, 2020
Groundforce Shorco launches YourSolution, a standard excavation design tool

Groundforce Shorco launches YourSolution, a standard excavation design tool

Groundforce Shorco launches YourSolution an interactive design tool aimed at saving customers the time and effort involved in obtaining temporary works designs

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Sep 9, 2020
Groundforce Training launches one-day EUSR refresher

Groundforce Training launches one-day EUSR refresher

Another industry first from Groundforce Training as the CITB ATO gives exclusive access to shoring training refresher course.

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Sep 9, 2020
Trench Box Guide & FAQs

Trench Box Guide & FAQs

This industry resource talks through the frequently asked questiosn of trench boxes. Such as when should a trench box be used?

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Jul 29, 2020
Groundforce shortlisted for prestigious awards

Groundforce shortlisted for prestigious awards

Goundforce, part of the Vp plc group, are once again in the running to win at the prestigious 2020 GE Awards which celebrates the best in geotechnical engineering.

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Jul 15, 2020
Trench & Manhole Box System Design Methodology

Trench & Manhole Box System Design Methodology

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Jun 17, 2020
Groundforce set to help with #TeamPaddy campaign

Groundforce set to help with #TeamPaddy campaign

Groundforce is launching a fund-raising campaign to support an Attachments colleague whose baby son is battling a rare illness

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Jun 2, 2020
COVID-19 Update from Groundforce

COVID-19 Update from Groundforce

COVID-19 Update from Managing Director David Williams (Groundforce & TPA) 29/05/2020

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May 27, 2020
Groundforce Training re-opens for business

Groundforce Training re-opens for business

Groundforce Training re -opens following temporary closure

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Apr 3, 2020
Advice on the safeguarding excavations during closure  of sites

Advice on the safeguarding excavations during closure of sites

Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, temporary site shutdowns are being implemented across the construction industry

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Apr 3, 2020
COVID-19 statement from Groundforce

COVID-19 statement from Groundforce

COVID-19 statement from Groundforce

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Mar 25, 2020
Groundforce Shorco helps keep Luton DART on Target

Groundforce Shorco helps keep Luton DART on Target

Groundforce Shorco’s new MP375 hydraulic props are playing an important supporting role at one of the UK’s most ambitious civil engineering projects.

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Mar 24, 2020
Covid-19 - Groundforce Training Update

Covid-19 - Groundforce Training Update

Groundforce Training - Suspension Statement

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Feb 24, 2020
Groundforce U.K. & Ireland appoints new MD

Groundforce U.K. & Ireland appoints new MD

Paul Donovan joins Groundforce U.K. & Ireland from sister Vp plc company TPA.   Specialist construction solutions supplier Groundforce has appointed Paul Donovan as its new managing director for the U.K. and Ireland

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Dec 3, 2019
Groundforce shortlisted for national awards

Groundforce shortlisted for national awards

Groundforce, part of the Vp plc group, has been shortlisted in the prestigious 2020 Construction News Specialist Awards - the only national awards to recognise the outstanding achievements of specialist contractors in the UK.

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Nov 15, 2019
Groundforce Training Launches Online Booking Service

Groundforce Training Launches Online Booking Service

More and more customers in the utilities, construction and civil engineering sectors are choosing Groundforce Training as their principal training provider, and keen to ensure that booking a place remains quick and easy, the division has launched the dedicated online service to further its reputation for customer service best practice.

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Oct 25, 2019
Groundforce Sponsors the Welsh National Youth Fly Fishing Team

Groundforce Sponsors the Welsh National Youth Fly Fishing Team

Groundforce have sponsored the Welsh National Youth Fly Fishing team in their bid to become winners in the four nations Youth Fly Fishing Championships. The competition took place on the 31st July 2019 on the Lake of Menteith in Scotland.

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Sep 3, 2019
Groundforce invests in new premises in Co. Laois

Groundforce invests in new premises in Co. Laois

Award winning construction equipment rental specialist Groundforce have relocated to a new, larger premises in Co. Laois to facilitate further growth and expansion of their range of equipment.

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Aug 22, 2019
Groundforce support 'Hell Oar High Water'

Groundforce support 'Hell Oar High Water'

Groundforce is looking forward to following the amazing journey Chris & James are starting in December. This duo team “Hell Oar High Water” (HOHW) will be undertaking a challenge of a lifetime.

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Jun 11, 2019
Groundforce win at the 2019 Ground Engineering Awards

Groundforce win at the 2019 Ground Engineering Awards

Groundforce bring home prestigious industry award Groundforce Shorco are celebrating after winning the award for ‘Specialist Geotechnical Supplier of the Year’ at this year’s GE Awards.

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Jun 7, 2019
Coffey Northumbrian gets ultra-SMART about pressure testing with Groundforce

Coffey Northumbrian gets ultra-SMART about pressure testing with Groundforce

A next-generation data logging system from specialist construction services supplier Groundforce is helping to get pressure tests and certification for a major water main network refurbishment completed in double-quick time.

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May 13, 2019
Groundforce Training and U-Mole to joint exhibit at Utility Week Live 2019

Groundforce Training and U-Mole to joint exhibit at Utility Week Live 2019

Utility Week Live is the leading utilities industry exhibition and both Groundforce Training and U Mole will be attending for the first time on the 21st and 22nd May to share a stand at the NEC in Birmingham. This joint approach means there will be more opportunity to showcase new and innovative equipment whilst promoting each group’s distinct and specialist services.

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Apr 5, 2019
Internal and External Teamwork is the Answer to Successful Design

Internal and External Teamwork is the Answer to Successful Design

Andrew Lowe is head of engineering design with specialist construction services supplier Groundforce.

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Mar 14, 2019
Groundforce appoints new piling operations director

Groundforce appoints new piling operations director

Specialist construction services supplier Groundforce appoints a new operations director for its piling and trenchless technology businesses.

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Feb 5, 2019
Groundforce Piling Divisions Road Safety Accreditation

Groundforce Piling Divisions Road Safety Accreditation

Piling division Piletec and Trenchless Technology division U Mole have been awarded the CLOCS Champion accreditation which recognises their leading role in helping to reduce collisions with vulnerable road users.

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Jan 10, 2019
Safety Is A Key Priority For Piletec

Safety Is A Key Priority For Piletec

An Interview with Piletec Operations Manager David O'Brien discussing how Piletec use safe business practices which allow for better quality products and fully trained staff.

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Dec 11, 2018
Groundforce shortlisted for the Construction News Specialist Awards

Groundforce shortlisted for the Construction News Specialist Awards

Groundforce are through to the finals of national awards that recognise the outstanding achievements of specialist contractors. The winners will be announced on the 27th of March 2019.

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Dec 6, 2018
Groundforce named Plant Hire Company of the Year!

Groundforce named Plant Hire Company of the Year!

Groundforce celebrates after winning prestigious industry award in Ireland.  Specialist equipment supplier Groundforce was among the big winners at the recent annual Plant & Civil Engineer Awards in Northern Ireland. 

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Dec 4, 2018
Groundforce develops flexible solutions to gas-main conundrum

Groundforce develops flexible solutions to gas-main conundrum

Modular shoring equipment from Groundforce has helped the Murphy GMC joint venture install a new gas main under the Colebrooke River at Maguiresbridge, Co Fermanagh, Northern Ireland.

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Dec 4, 2018
Groundforce Shorco launch the largest proprietary strut on the market

Groundforce Shorco launch the largest proprietary strut on the market

Groundforce, the UK’s leading equipment hire specialist, continues to lead the way when it comes to introducing innovations in excavation support equipment, with the launch of the MP750 and hydraulic nut technology.

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Nov 19, 2018
Groundforce Help Team GB get to the World Championships

Groundforce Help Team GB get to the World Championships

The Great Britain U25 Rifle Team were struggling to overcome financial challenges just in order to continue competing following sweeping funding cuts from various bodies.but thanks to a successful fundraising effort they will now be able to travel to the 2019 games in order to defend their world title.

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Nov 19, 2018
Groundforce on song at the Royal College of Music

Groundforce on song at the Royal College of Music

Groundforce has introduced a new wireless remote condition monitoring system that simplifies real-time measurement of static loads and monitors potential movements in sensitive structural support applications. The new wireless system, known as FlatMesh™ from Senceive, uses wireless nodes with the Groundforce load pins, which pass their signal from one to another, meaning that only one of the nodes needs to have clear contact with the 3G gateway module, in order for all readings to be taken.

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Aug 2, 2018
What is Excavation Safety?

What is Excavation Safety?

Excavation Safety involves the removal of materials (usually soil) to dig into the ground, creating space for a variety of construction works. This ranges from installing building foundations, to creating trenches that allow pipework and other utilities to be laid. Excavations carry a variety of health and safety risks, ranging from cave-ins to falls, and these dangers must be mitigated accordingly.

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Jul 30, 2018
What are Temporary Bridges?

What are Temporary Bridges?

Temporary Bridges are used to provide site access for construction vehicles and operatives. They are generally between four and twelve meters long, and can be flat-packed for easy transportation and storage.

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Jul 18, 2018
Groundforce helping to promote health & safety

Groundforce helping to promote health & safety

Groundforce Shorco and Groundforce Training took part in the Working Well Together (WWT) North East regional group’s Health & Safety event which took place in June at Komatsu’s premises in Chester le Street.

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Jul 4, 2018
Complex shoring project is a walk in the Parc for Groundforce

Complex shoring project is a walk in the Parc for Groundforce

Modular hydraulic props and braces from Groundforce have helped civil engineering contractor Roadbridge install a number of underground pumping stations on a major leisure development in County Longford.

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Jun 25, 2018
CPCS accreditation awarded to Groundforce Training Services

CPCS accreditation awarded to Groundforce Training Services

First CPCS course to be run by the company will be for Appointed Persons on July 30th. Groundforce Training Services has gained CPCS accreditation and the first course it will be offering is the five-day A61 Appointed Persons (lifting operations) course which will take place on July 31st.

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Jun 13, 2018
Groundforce Shorco marks 10 years of sponsoring leading industry event

Groundforce Shorco marks 10 years of sponsoring leading industry event

Groundforce Shorco, Major Projects once again headline sponsors of the Ground Engineering Basement and Underground Structures Conference. Groundforce Shorco is marking 10 years of sponsoring Ground Engineering’s Basement and Underground Structures Conference by this year repeating its headline sponsorship of the event.

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May 23, 2018
Groundworks Health and Safety Event in Aberdeen

Groundworks Health and Safety Event in Aberdeen

Groundforce recently sent a team, led by Scottish regional sales director Richard Cherrie, to a groundworks health and safety event in Aberdeen.

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May 17, 2018
Groundforce Supplies Propping System to €80 Million Mur-Powerplant Project in Austria

Groundforce Supplies Propping System to €80 Million Mur-Powerplant Project in Austria

Groundforce Germany has supplied a total of 100 MP150 hydraulic props for the construction of a new discharge channel, part of the new Mur-hydroelectric power station on the outskirts of Graz.

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May 17, 2018
Groundforce Support Boosts Pilot Apprenticeship Scheme

Groundforce Support Boosts Pilot Apprenticeship Scheme

The training division of Groundforce is helping Solent CEGA with men and materials. Groundforce Training is supporting a pioneering apprenticeship scheme.

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Apr 19, 2018
Groundforce Training Services awarded CITB Approved Training Organisation status

Groundforce Training Services awarded CITB Approved Training Organisation status

Groundforce Training Services has gained further industry accreditation following confirmation they are now a CITB Approved Training Organisation (ATO).

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Apr 12, 2018
Groundforce Wins Health and Safety Award

Groundforce Wins Health and Safety Award

Groundforce celebrates winning Health and Safety Company of the year award Groundforce have won the coveted Health and Safety Company of the Year Award at the Machinery Movers Operators and Construction Awards 2018.

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Mar 7, 2018
Groundforce gets ICE approval for graduate training

Groundforce gets ICE approval for graduate training

Specialist construction solutions provider Groundforce has become one of a select band of suppliers to run an ICE (Institution of Civil Engineers) company approved training scheme (CATS).

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