PAS 8700 – a new process specification for MMC

Author: Richard Partington

Date published

1 July 2025

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PAS 8700 – a new process specification for MMC

The Structural Engineer

Author

Richard Partington

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 103, Issue 7, 2025, Page(s) 14-15

https://doi.org/10.56330/CYCR6917

Date published

1 July 2025

Author

Richard Partington

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 103, Issue 7, 2025, Page(s) 14-15

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56330/CYCR6917

Price

Standard: £9.95 + VAT
Members/Subscribers: Free

This new standard for modern methods of construction (MMC) – written for a wide audience across the project life cycle – provides a consistent framework that will allow MMC projects to be delivered safely and effectively, explains Richard Partington.

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Format:
PDF
Pages:
14-15
Publisher:
The Institution of Structural Engineers

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Codes & Standards Professional Guidance Modern Method Construction (MMC) Issue 7

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