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CPD – Welded shear studs in composite construction

Our latest technical CPD covers one of the most searched terms on our website – Shear studs!   Title -…

Site Installation – Fall arrest for metal deck

Join our online CPD – Guidance on the installation of fall arrest for metal decking!   Fall Arrest for Metal Deck…

Choosing the right partners

Streamlining business, productivity, innovation; with Hilti these really aren’t just buzz words. Article by Darryl Davenport Regional Manager, Steel and…

Updates and guidance for our Design Software

Welcome back to our online technical presentations series!   Updates and guidance for our Design Software – what are the new…

Can you afford to compromise?

It’s no good spending precious budget on the best products in the market if they’re then going to be installed…

Wishing you a Merry Christmas!

All the team at SMD would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!  …

What is composite construction?

The often-used term ‘composite metal deck’ is slightly misleading, as the metal decking on its own cannot be classed as…

Online Company Presentation

An online company presentation explaining what we offer and how you can benefit when using SMD!   Topic – Our…

Programme? What Programme?

Managing change is par for the course when it comes to construction, but rarely is any consideration given to the…

Productivity is the key to success

Decking as far as the eye can see – Why productivity is key to our success, installing 70,000m² of metal…

How GRP grating has improved the construction industry

Our GRP riser protection products are changing the way construction sites are run.   In 2017, SMD was the first…

Online Construction Guidance Presentations

Welcome to the first in a series of online construction guidance presentations from SMD!   Shallow Floor Deck Construction Details…

Unexpected delivery costs?

In construction, keeping to schedule can make a huge difference in both time and cost. So, what can you do…

Christmas 2024 Office Opening Times

From everyone at SMD, many thanks for your business and support this year! We look forward to a prosperous New…

Fibre reinforced concrete composite slab with metal decking

Fibre reinforced concrete composite slab with metal decking The use of fibre reinforced concrete continues to evolve and grow in…

In your Elements

Doesn’t time fly… it’s hard to believe it’s over two years since the last release of SMD Elements® (version 2.4). …

Corby food warehouse doubles in size

Nestled in between the port of Felixstowe and the motorway network just outside of Corby, SMD has played its part…

SMD GeoGuessr Challenge – Overseas

SMD GeoGuessr Challenge In 2022 SMD celebrated its 35 year anniversary in construction! We recently taken some time to look…