Latest News & Releases
15
May
Gel Engineering upskills team with PERI UK ahead of five-year sewage works refurbishment
Contractor Gel Engineering recently sent staff for bespoke concrete formwork and shoring training at PERI UK to prepare for long-term collaboration on Key Thames Water projects, including the refurbishment of Rye Meads Sewage Treatment Works (STW).
30
Apr
Innovative production pallet from PERI UK to feature at MPA Precast and Masonry Expo 2025
PERI UK, in collaboration with its UK agent Procter Johnson, will be exhibiting at this year’s MPA Precast and Masonry Expo.
The event will serve as a platform to showcase PERI Pave, the high-performance production pallet in brick, paving and concrete block manufacturing, as well as PERI Pave ReLife, which is designed to extend the service life of these premium pallets.
14
Apr
bauma Innovation Award in the “Building” Category: Adam Hörnig Wins with PERI’s VCT
Adam Hörnig Baugesellschaft mbH & Co. KG (AHA) was awarded the Innovation Award in the “Building” category on April 6, 2025, during bauma – the world’s largest trade fair for the construction industry – with the groundbreaking VCT VARIOKIT Composite Track from PERI.
10
Apr
Construction Begins on Another PERI School in Kenya
With a symbolic groundbreaking ceremony, construction has officially begun on the expansion of the PATRIZIA School in Syangeni, Kenya. Together with the PATRIZIA Foundation (Augsburg) and Deutsche Welthungerhilfe e.V., PERI is realising its third school project in Kenya – marking another important milestone in its commitment to improving educational opportunities in structurally disadvantaged regions.
25
Mar
PERI and BECOFORM announce UK partnership
PERI and BECOFORM have strengthened their collaboration with their partnership for UK-based projects.
Through this partnership, PERI secures access to a high-quality and innovative product with significant growth potential in the UK market. BECOSTOP, a permanent stop-end system, plays a key role in PERI’s Construction Accessories range, designed to enhance construction projects through efficient installation, reduced material waste, and improved safety standards.
24
Mar
A solid foundation for Euston Foodbank
Committed to giving back, UK-leading flooring contractor Loughton Contracts stepped in to install new flooring in the storeroom and food preparation area. To ensure a high-quality foundation, they partnered with PERI to supply PERI FLOOR – a flooring grade plywood – for the underlay.
13
Feb
PERI Pave to Feature at UK Concrete Show 2025
PERI Pave will be a key highlight at Procter Johnson’s stand (E50) during the UK Concrete Show 2025 at the NEC in Birmingham. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the innovative production pallet and speak directly with specialists from PERI and Procter Johnson.
16
Jan
PERI Achieves Constructionline Gold Membership Ahead of New Procurement Act
PERI UK has qualified for Constructionline Gold as part of its commitment to making construction more efficient, faster and safer for all.
05
Dec
PERI UK invests in CNC machinery to enhance customer service and efficiency
PERI UK has invested £250,000 to bring CNC machine cutting capabilities in-house. This strategic move is set to reduce lead times for customers significantly, particularly for replacement plywood panels used in formwork.
02
Dec
PERI Wins NASC Product of the Year Award
PERI was named the winner of the Product of the Year award for its PERI UP Cladding at the Scaffolding Excellence Awards, hosted by the NASC last week in Belfast.
24
Oct
Innovation, quality and sustainability combined: The new PERI coating factory in Weissenhorn
We've been enhancing our focus on energy efficiency and sustainability. Our surface coating factory went into operation at our headquarters in Weissenhorn, Germany. At the heart of this plant is PERIskin, our innovative coating process that protects formwork and large steel components from corrosion. Find out in this article why this process is unique, how it works, and the benefits it offers our clients.
10
Oct
PERI delivers product awareness training to Laing O’Rourke temporary works teams
In a bid to enhance the practical knowledge and on-site safety of those involved in temporary works, PERI regularly delivers product awareness training workshops.
12
Sep
PERI to exhibit at The Flooring Show for the first time
PERI will make its debut at the UK’s largest flooring event in Harrogate from 15 – 17 September, as the company looks to build on the success of its leading plywood flooring product, PERI FLOOR.
04
Sep
PERI formwork and scaffolding courses eligible for substantial funding from CITB
From September, PERI’s training courses will be heavily subsidised for levy-registered employers in the construction sector across London, with many other areas across Great Britain already eligible for funding.
A strong advocate for employee training and safety, PERI recently became part of CITB’s Employer Networks initiative, which will fund 70% of any course offered by the temporary works specialist per attendee.
22
Aug
PERI marks 35 years in the UK construction industry
Since opening its first UK office in 1989, PERI has built a strong reputation for temporary works in the construction industry, offering its customers an array of solutions from formwork to construction accessories.
16
Aug
Sustainability at PERI
As a family business, we take responsibility. Sustainable management has been one of the key foundations of our business activities since our foundation over 50 years ago.
12
Aug
PERI appoints UK agent for PERI Pave
PERI has appointed Procter Johnson, a leading pigment and additive supplier to the concrete industry, as its UK agent to expand reach and drive awareness of PERI Pave – the high-performance paving production pallet.
29
May
Mabey Hire becomes part of the PERI Group
With effect 21st May 2024, PERI SE (Weissenhorn, Germany) has taken over Mabey Hire Ltd., headquartered in Dewsbury (UK).
03
Apr
The first PERI school in Kenya
Every year, PERI helps build a school in a developing country using innovative technology like PERI TwistBlocks to make construction more affordable and efficient.
26
Mar
PERI introduces cladding system to the UK scaffolding market
Formwork and scaffolding specialist PERI, has introduced its innovative scaffold cladding system to the UK, designed to suppress construction noise, protect workers from the elements and reduce the risk of objects falling from height.
12
Mar
Meet the Team, Lewis
Meet Lewis, our Infrastructure Sales Engineer covering Northern England and Scotland. He shares his favourite part of his role and what's important for him to succeed.
02
Feb
PERI introduces action plan to raise awareness of menopause in the workplace
PERI is taking action to raise awareness of menopause in the workplace as part of its series of wellbeing-related topics.
The company aims to normalise the conversation around menopause in the construction industry by offering dedicated support and resources to its employees.
19
Jan
Statom Group strengthens construction capabilities with investment in PERI systems worth £5.4m
Contractor Statom Group has purchased a further £5.4m worth of equipment from formwork and scaffolding specialist PERI, bringing the total value of the PERI systems in their depot to over £14m.
16
Jan
Meet the Team, Neil
Meet Neil, one of our Senior Sales Engineers covering the London area. He talks about his path at PERI and what he likes most about his role.
11
Dec
PERI UK welcomes new Finance Director
Graham Shaw will be joining PERI UK on 11 December 2023 as the subsidiary’s new Finance Director. Shaw will fill the position previously held by Trudie Swift who left the business in Spring this year.
25
Nov
Meet our intern from Germany, Stephi
Meet Stephi, a student from PERI SE, currently undertaking part of her studies abroad in the UK subsidiary.
19
Oct
Meet the Team, Kee
Meet Kee, our Sales Engineer covering the Midlands region. He shares his motto that ensures he is successful in his role and the best advice he's received.
18
Oct
PERI celebrates 25 years of Rugby headquarters
PERI, opened its depot in Rugby in 1998. It immediately became home to a large inventory of the company’s products available for sale or hire to customers seeking safe, innovative and optimal temporary works systems for their construction projects.
12
Oct
PERI expands Construction Accessories segment
PERI is expanding its Construction Accessories team to cater for a growing demand for these essential products across the UK.
14
Sep
PERI’s GT24 Girder to feature in V&A Dundee’s latest display
V&A Dundee is set to mark its 5th birthday this weekend. As part of the celebrations, the museum’s latest display will pay tribute to the construction of the building.
22
Aug
Meet the Team at PERI
Meet Graham, our Sales Engineer for the South-West and Southern England. Graham shares what his favourite projects to work on are and what he enjoys about his role.
03
Aug
PERI UK Installs Photovoltaic (PV) Cells at 3 Logistics Depots
Our commitment to sustainability
Climate change affects all of us and is therefore one of the greatest challenges of our time. As part of our climate protection strategy, we aim to reduce our emissions in the long term to avoid climate-related damage and minimise risks. To achieve this, we have installed Photovoltaic (PV) cells at our 3 logistics depots in the UK.
06
Jul
PERI employees step up to the Big Hike Challenge for Cancer Research UK.
Employees from PERI UK took part in the Big Hike Challenge this summer to raise money for Cancer Research UK, which is the company’s chosen charity of the year.
02
May
PERI appoints new Managing Director to lead UK subsidiary.
PERI has appointed Ian Hayes as its UK Managing Director following the departure of Alasdair Stables at the end of April 2023.
PERI is confident that Ian’s experience and knowledge of the industry will enable him to successfully lead the business towards its long-term goals.
03
Apr
Meet The Team at PERI
Max Horsfall, Sales Engineer
Meet Max, our Sales Engineer in the North. Max shares the best advice he's received and what's important for him to be successful in his role.
08
Mar
PERI, PDC Scaffolding and PSD join forces to deliver a complex recladding project
The project, known as Payne Road, is a geometrically challenging recladding scheme in East London.
The solution was a wrap-around consisting of 221 tonnes of PERI UP Flex scaffolding, providing perimeter access to all 16 storeys to facilitate cladding replacement.
22
Feb
PERI and K2 Scaffolding team up on refurbishment project in Belfast
Northern Ireland-based scaffolding contractor, K2 Scaffolding, partnered with PERI to deliver the access requirements for a refurbishment scheme in Belfast. The project also marks the start of a long-term partnership between the two companies following K2 Scaffolding’s recent investment in £400,000 worth of PERI UP scaffolding.
14
Feb
K2 Scaffolding partners with PERI to fuel long-term growth
This major investment is a first for PERI’s scaffolding range in Northern Ireland and marks the first time the two companies will be working together. K2 Scaffolding says the addition of PERI UP scaffolding to its stock profile will support its plans to grow and deliver projects on a larger scale across construction sectors with a new system.
02
Jan
Sustainability at PERI
As a family business, we shoulder responsibility. Since PERI was founded over 50 years ago, we have embraced the concept of sustainable entrepreneurship and made it the basis of our corporate activities.
21
Sep
PERI UP Flex supports grandstand for Wentworth Golf Championship
Earlier this month, scaffolding specialist PERI supported Arena Group with the delivery of temporary structures for the upcoming BMW PGA golf championship, taking place at Wentworth Golf Club in Surrey.
15
Sep
PERI provides scaffolding for unique structures at Boomtown music festival
For the first time ever, PERI has supplied scaffolding for the renowned music festival Boomtown, which took place between the 10th and 14th of August of this year. This Boomtown festival, based near Winchester, Hampshire, was the first to take place since 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in pressure to create a striking visual atmosphere for its 75,000 visitors.
12
Aug
Statom Group makes a further £4m investment in PERI systems to meet demand
Stan Nikudinski, Managing Director of Statom Group said: “Given the quality and ease of use of PERI systems, it made sense for us to invest in additional products that will allow us to support each of our projects and clients in a timely manner."
21
Jul
PERI UP Easy scaffolding makes the industry awards shortlist again
PERI UP Easy scaffolding has been shortlisted for the British Construction Industry Awards in the ‘Product Innovation of the Year’ category after recently making the shortlist for the Construction News Specialist Awards.
25
Jan
