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Scotland and the islands. While it possesses its own pumps and gear to maintain efficiency, East West Flooring prioritises providing a comprehensive in-house service that aligns with ACREO’ s commitment to consistent quality and reliability on every job.”
Low-carbon concreting solution
In 2022, ACREO introduced a low-carbon concreting solution to the UK, positioning itself as an environmentally conscious construction company. However, bringing this solution to the British market presented its own challenges.“ Introducing low-carbon concreting has been a big step forward for us, particularly in large-scale flooring projects, as it creates genuine, measurable carbon savings across every aspect of the process. This solution excels on large slabs and pile-supported slabs. By reducing slab thickness and eliminating traditional mesh, we significantly decrease the volume of steel and concrete used, thereby instantly lowering the embodied carbon content. Moreover, the thinner slabs and absence of mesh lead to fewer lorry deliveries, less steel and concrete transported, and even reduced fuel consumption from plant and on-site equipment. All these factors contribute to a comprehensive chain of carbon reduction from design through supply and installation. The best part is that it often results in cost savings as well. We are one of the only companies in Scotland offering this as a complete service, including full design, engineering, and warranty to
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