Shipping containers are instrumental in transporting goods around the world. As well as delivering our favourite foods, these containers can be used in a number of unexpected ways. These can often benefit society, creating communities than encourage charitability. From welfare units to shared accommodation, we all have something to gain from multifaceted shipping containers. This article will explore three of these unexpected uses. Welfare units Shipping containers can be utilised in a professional setting. In the UK, any employee who works over six hours is entitled to a twenty-minute break. To ensure people have a place to relax and rewind…
Author: Natasha Bloom
There’s a chance you might be feeling overwhelmed at everything going on in the world right now, and that’s OK. There’s also a chance that you’re thinking about how to cope with and manage these emotions. For many, one of the best ways to address mental health is to explore the great outdoors, take a big deep breath and enjoy some much needed fresh air. The team at Chester campervan hire providers Calico Campers reckon there’s no better way to look after your own mental health than to enjoy a road trip adventure and UK staycation, and they’ve justified such…
The MIRA Technology Institute welcomed over 100 school pupils from Leicestershire and Warwickshire including the Midland Academies Trust schools alongside leaders from the automotive sector as part of an event designed to inspire young people to think about careers in engineering. Hosted by TV’s Dallas Campbell, best known for presenting ‘The Gadget Show’ and ‘Bang Goes the Theory’, pupils were challenged to solve some of the world’s most urgent problems during the TeenTech festival. Solar-powered robots that collect ocean pollution, wearable technology that monitors health, and ways to reduce personal carbon footprints were some of the ideas generated by the…
Smartphone cameras have come a long way in recent years and show no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Your next smartphone is likely to include a camera that can see in 3D, transforming the way we see the world via the lens of a camera. Due to its appealing qualities, such as real-time object detecting, sharpness, and HD performance, the smartphone 3D camera is gaining popularity among the younger generation. The expansion of the smartphone 3D camera market is being driven by an increase in smartphone adoption and an increase in the use of 3D content across the media,…
Now that the world has placed a greater focus on the effects we have on the environment, finding more environmentally friendly ways to source our energy is vital. The world has already found some innovative ways to sustainably produce energy without the reliance on coal, oil, and natural gas. However, there is still more to be done. Other than the changes we as individuals make, businesses need to adapt their operations to use greener sources of energy – such as wind power. With Boris Johnson pledging that by 2030 offshore wind farms will generate enough power for every home in the…
A house is a special shrine that encloses an array of memories, feelings, and personal achievements. It may have witnessed the start of a new family, the arrival of a job offer you’ve always dreamt of, or tender moments with your loved ones. But at some stage, for whatever reason, the time may come for a change of scenery. Selling your home can lead to a series of challenges. It is an important decision and, as with all life-changing choices, there are bound to be a few doubts and dilemmas. In this respect, one obvious question tends to emerge: when…
There is not a manufacturing business in the world that does not keep a close eye on its production rates. Indeed, there is nothing more desirable than having high production rates, low rework rates, and solid profit margins. Unfortunately, there is in most businesses room to improve, increase and decrease these important figures. Improve workflow for your workers Too much time is wasted in manufacturing environments by employees waiting around for their work to arrive or for parts from a warehouse facility. It is important to keep workloads flowing as time is money. By installing conveyor belts that connect your…
Many of us think that becoming eco-friendly is a daunting and expensive task. The truth is that transforming your house into an eco-home doesn’t need to include too much change. In fact, there are many sustainable solutions that you can adopt around your home that will reduce your carbon output so we can enjoy a healthier planet. Here, Karl Tulloch of Rightio has provided ways on how you can easily achieve an eco-home without breaking the bank. Renewable energy sources If you’re looking for ways to drastically adapt your home into a sustainable powerhouse, making use of renewable energy is…
Since we have spent large portions of our days indoors for the last two years the thought of moving into a new house has been at the front of a lot of people’s minds. Ultimately, as we were forced to reinvent the way in which we carried out certain daily activities, it is no wonder that new personal needs have arisen. In fact, according to a survey by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) and Homes for Scotland (HFS), 55% of respondents revealed that they value home space more than they did in the past. The shift towards a more flexible…
Long hours, unsustainable pressure, and unclear tasks can leave the door open for unnecessary stress and fatigue. Feeling drained and emotionally exhausted at work can be quite common, but should not be the norm. Instead, burnout in the workplace is a major concern, not to be taken lightly. In this respect, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has recently recognised ‘burnout syndrome’ as an official medical condition, defining it as chronic workplace stress that has not been adequately managed. With this in mind, figures in the UK are not very encouraging. Over three-quarters (79%) of British employees say to have experienced…