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Today, our own Chris Rimell and James Dyer joined industry leaders at the Local Council Roads Innovation Group (LCRIG)/Transport Technology Forum event: “EV Charging: Developing Guidance & Showcasing Best Practice”. ⚡🚗   This event, designed for local authorities, is a fantastic opportunity to share expertise, showcase real-world EV infrastructure solutions, and learn from expert-led discussions.   With years of industry experience, Chris and James highlighted key strategies for:   ✅ Addressing local EV charging needs ✅ Enhancing accessibility and efficiency ✅ Integrating infrastructure with sustainability goals   As part of the conversation, NAL EV solutions took centre stage, including our: 🔹 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: a universal system that uses a standard NAL retention socket and interchangeable surface-mounted adapter plates, optimising level 1 dispenser installation and cabling efficiency 🔹 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐄𝐕 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: A universal chamber system designed to accept all types of level 1-2 dispenser units, whilst improving the installation and simplifying the cabling process 🔹 𝐗-𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬: High strength, maintenance-free impact bollards made from a unique polymer, making them highly resistant yet flexible and able to rebound to full strength following multiple impacts 🔹 𝐄𝐕 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: The tried and tested re-usable foundation for all street furniture, the NAL retention socket is the most reliable and easy-to-use system for all EV signage and related non-illuminated assets   The transition to a sustainable, accessible EV future starts with smart, efficient, and adaptable solutions – and that’s exactly what we’re delivering. Great discussions, great insights, and a step closer to accelerating EV adoption. What challenges do you see in local EV infrastructure? 💬   #EVCharging #Sustainability #Infrastructure #LocalAuthorities #Innovation #NALSolutions #NALEVFoundation #ElectricMobility #NALSocket

🔴 Lamp columns on bridges present known – and hazardous – installation challenges 🟢Shallow foundation retention socket systems can literally prevent loss of life Bridges deserve secure, reliable lighting that doesn’t compromise safety. Traditional “cranked root” methods for street lighting installations can be risky. These traditional methods feature a non-standard design that sees the column’s base offset to fit within a shallow space. Unfortunately, this leads to instability during any excavation or maintenance work. ⚠️ This instability isn’t just a minor risk. It can (and has) come with tragic consequences – including one known fatality. Prioritise safety and efficiency with NAL. We’ve engineered a shallow foundation retention socket system specifically for bridge decks with limited installation depth. So, you can implement a reliable, compliant method for installing street lighting on bridges. 𓍙 🌉 👉 Take a look at the infrastructure problem playbook below for insights and actionable steps 👉 Get in touch with the team (Ryan Churchill / Will Hadler / James Dyer / Adam H. / Luke Gibbs) to consult with our experts 👉 Integrate this innovative “bridge deck” retention socket system into your designs to ensure regulatory compliance and enhanced structural safety . . . #BridgeSafety #InfrastructureInnovation #UrbanPlanning #StreetLighting #SafetyFirst

♀️ #IWD | Meet Audrey Abcouwer, our HR & Talent Director 👋 Tomorrow marks #InternationalWomensDay, and with it, the opportunity to reflect, recognise, and act. What can the infrastructure industry do to promote inclusivity? There’s no better way to find out than by asking inspirational women in the field. 🗪 Audrey Abcouwer sat with us to specify 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞, 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 steps companies can take to support women in traditionally male-dominated fields, including: 💡1. Developing clear #DEI strategies with defined objectives and accountability at leadership levels 💡 2. Addressing unconscious bias through targeted training programs and regular assessment of hiring and promotion practices 💡3. Creating inclusive workplaces by ensuring that policies around #flexibleworking, parental leave, and career development cater to diverse needs 💡 4. Leveraging digital tools and automation to improve accessibility and make traditionally ‘male’ roles more adaptable to a wider talent pool 💡5. Encouraging supplier and partner diversity by working with businesses that align with strong #diversity and #inclusion values 💡6. Regularly measuring progress by gathering employee feedback, conducting audits, and benchmarking against industry best practices For the open-question discussion on breaking barriers, read Audrey’s full-length interview here: https://lnkd.in/ed_RN_EU 👈

🚦♻️ 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭: How NAL is making sustainable foundations the new standard. Urban planners face growing pressure to meet sustainability targets while minimising disruption and costs. Unfortunately, traditional methods of installing street furniture often involve extensive excavation and concrete pours. As a greener alternative, we provide solutions that: ✅ Reduce carbon-heavy reworks and replacements ✅ Minimise traffic disruption with faster installations ✅ Extend the lifespan of street furniture for long-term sustainability Get a glimpse at the problem via the carousel below, or read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/ed662bay 🔗 . . . . . #NALMonthOfLove #SustainabilityInitiativesWeLove #Infrastructure #UrbanPlanning #SmartCities #Sustainability

Here at NAL, we’re helping make the infrastructure beneath your feet stronger and more sustainable. A team of smart, dedicated employees support us on that mission. We believe that a happy, supported workforce does the best work – providing great solutions and taking great care of customers. That’s why we give our employees opportunities to grow within their roles and continue to professionally develop. So, here’s just a small snapshot of the team and their life at NAL. For a full picture insight, we also spoke to our own Luke pawley about his seven-year journey with NAL – from warehouse staff to internal sales co-ordinator. 🔗 Get Luke’s inside story here: https://lnkd.in/eChMXFTQ #NALMonthOfLove #PeopleWhoLoveNAL #WeAreNAL #EmployeeExperience #Careers #Sustainability #ESG

🔎 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲: Supporting the £825 million redevelopment of Paddington Square, London📍🚧 NAL products play an unsung – but essential – role across thousands of the spaces you walk and drive though all over the UK. Just one recent example is our contribution to a new shopping and dining quarter in the heart of London. In a project for Westminster City Council, our retention sockets: ✔️ Streamlined the installation of street lighting along Paddington Square’s new pedestrian walkway ✔️ Allowed civil works to be completed ahead of time, ensuring foundations were ready for lighting columns upon delivery ✔️ Maintained safety during construction with pedestrian plugs, keeping sockets sealed when not in use. This approach preserved the high-end paving's aesthetics and ensured long-term durability. As #ValentinesDay approaches, we're sharing some love for this recently completed project we supported. Take a closer look in the new LinkedIn article from NAL👇 . . . #NALMonthOfLove #ProjectsWeLove #UrbanInfrastructure #CityPlanning #Sustainability

𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐗-𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐝 🎥👇 Frequent damage to street furniture — particularly bollards — poses significant operational, financial, and safety challenges for asset owners, local authorities, and urban planners. With over 900 traffic incidents per day in the UK, traditional metal and concrete bollards often: ♦️ Require costly repairs ♦️ Disrupt public spaces ♦️ Introduce unnecessary safety risks The X-Last Bollard provides a future-proof solution. Engineered from a unique Elastomeric Polymer, it withstands 15000 high-force impacts. The product bends upon impact before returning to its original form within 30 minutes of even the most severe collision – all without sustaining permanent damage. As well as being virtually indestructible, the product is: 🔹 Cost-effective, minimising ongoing maintenance and replacement costs 🔹 Passively safe, with a 50% lower Head Injury Criterion than critical thresholds 🔹 50% lower environmental impact than metal bollards, plus 100% recyclable 🔹 Lightweight (6kg), with a shallow root depth (185mm) for quick and safe installation Explore how the X-Last bollard can transform your infrastructure investments here: 👇 https://lnkd.in/eyvHZ4Md #NALMonthOfLove #ProductsWeLove #UrbanInfrastructure #CityPlanning #Sustainability

We recently invited a senior site agent to try our free foundation design service for the first time. So, in their own words, how was that experience? 📸 Check out the testimonial below to see how we’ve helped projects just like yours succeed. If you want to experience the difference for yourself, the process couldn’t be easier. 👉 1. Submit your project details via our online foundation design form 👉 2. Receive your bespoke design from our experts, complete with calculations 👉 3. Install with confidence, backed by our guidance and on-site support And the best part? This comes at no cost to you – it’s all part of the NAL service. Be smart like Miguel and get started today.

🚩 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦: The foundation is a critical part of any infrastructure project. But designing these foundations can be both time-consuming and stressful. 💡 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: NAL free of charge foundation design service. We provide expertly calculated designs and technical guidance for projects using retention sockets. ℹ️ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬: All shared for you in this brand new LinkedIn article, including insights from our own Ryan Churchill and Luke pawley. 👇

👀 POV: You’re stress-free, thanks to the NAL free foundation design service 👀 You’re about to tackle a major infrastructure project. The foundations for your retention sockets need to be perfect. But instead of stressing, you’re here: ✅ Filling out a simple form with your project details ✅ Receiving a bespoke, expert foundation design in no time ✅ Knowing your installation will be safe, standardised, and stress-free ✅ Backed by on-site support from the NAL team 🔧 Ready to make your job easier? Join thousands of engineers and project managers who trust NAL. Submit your project details on our foundation request form today.