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AD 349: Shear resistance of Parallel Flange Channels in the Eurocode Blue Book
An error has been found in the values of shear resistance of Parallel Flange Channels that are quoted in SCI publication P363 Steel building design: Design …
New and revised codes & standards: September 2010
BS EN PUBLICATIONS BS EN ISO 9444-2:2010 Continuously hot-rolled stainless steel. Tolerances on dimension and form. Wide strip and sheet/plate No current …
20 Years Ago: The Pavilions – Uxbridge Town Centre
For Prudential Assurance Co Ltd The original Town Centre Development was completed in 1973 and comprised of over 50,000m2of retail space, open precincts, …
50 Years Ago: Contemporary Factory Design – some notable examples
H. J. HEINZ COMPANY’S KITT GREEN FACTORY NEAR WIGAN LANCASHIRE This is the Commonwealth’s largest food processing plant covering an area of 130 acres …
Blowing – our way
The second part of a review of the impact of Eurocode wind action on the UK, in comparison with BS6399-2, by Alastair Hughes of the SCI. Part One appeared in …
Swinging back into action
One of only eight transporter bridges in the world, Newport’s historic steel landmark recently reopened to the public following a major …
Bridges provide road and rail solutions
When it comes to building bridges two transportation projects in the Republic of Ireland have highlighted steel’s flexibility and ease of construction. …
Taking the chequered flag
A pit and paddock complex, containing race team garages and hospitality suites, will be open in time for next year’s British Grand Prix. Martin Cooper …
The route to sustainable construction
The BCSA was the first representative organisation in the UK to launch a sustainability charter, the objective of which is to develop steel as a sustainable …
College remodelling
A new entrance hall housed within a glazed rotunda and extra floors added to two existing buildings are just part of the extensive work being undertaken at a …
