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A nod to an engineer
Exposed steelwork is the order of the day for a new eye-catching commercial development in west London. Martin Cooper reports. Overlooking the Grand Union …
Academic design exposed
A famous London seat of learning has chosen to use an aesthetically-pleasing exposed steel frame for its latest redevelopment project. Martin Cooper reports. …
Steel connections get CE Marking
Lindapter has gained CE Mark approvals for its latest range of steel connection systems, which it said further demonstrates its commitment to high quality …
AD 414: Slip-resistant connections to BS EN 1993-1-8
Clause 3.4.1 of BS EN 1993-1-8 describes two types of slip-resistance connections: Category B: Slip-resistant at SLS. Category C: Slip-resistant at ULS. …
Cast-in plates design guide published
Commissioned and funded by the BCSA and Steel for Life, a new SCI guide P416 is now available which provides guidance for the design of cast-in steel plates …
An introduction to site connections
The fabrication and erection of steel structures involves the joining together of various steel members and the two principal methods used are welding and …
Project of the Year: The Leadenhall Building, London
Reaching a height of 224m, the City of London’s landmark Leadenhall Building was designed as a wedge-shaped structure to minimise its impact on views of St …
Merit: Layered Gallery, London
A steel-framed extension to a private residence houses the owner’s collection of photographs, prints, pastels and lithographs. The Layered Gallery adjoins a …
Cast-in plates
Richard Henderson of the SCI discusses the design of plates cast into concrete to connect to steel beams and the forthcoming SCI design guide. Introduction It …
An introduction to computer software for steel design and fabrication
Steelwork contractors are often held up as being in pole position in terms of the introduction of and increasing use of BIM. In this article, NSC looks at how …
