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Fire protection of steelwork
In this first of two technical articles, David Brown of the Steel Construction Institute gives some general background on fire protection and demonstrates how …
New and revised codes and standards: from BSI Updates February 2024
BS EN PUBLICATIONS BS EN 10088-1:2023Stainless steels. List of stainless steelssupersedes BS EN 10088-1:2014 BS EN 10088-3:2023Stainless steels. Technical …
AD 524: Composite slabs and minimum reinforcement limits
Reinforcement in composite slabs is not only required to provide resistance to the slab but also to prevent cracking of concrete. Codified limits to the …
Spic and span on Severn Bridge
Without maintenance few things can last. This is as true for bridges as for, say, a car. The County Surveyor’s Department of Gloucestershire County …
Steelwork sector launches manifesto ahead of general election
The UK structural steelwork sector has launched its manifesto for the sector at an event in the House of Lords, urging sitting and prospective politicians to …
Severfield joins the A-list for climate change
Steelwork contractor Severfield has been recognised for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change by CDP, the global …
Work starts on major Wolverhampton campus
Full construction work is now underway on the £61M Wolverhampton City Learning Quarter, which will provide a major boost to the local economy. The project, …
British Steel submits application for electric arc furnace in Scunthorpe
Steelmaker British Steel has submitted a planning application to North Lincolnshire Council for a proposed Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) in Scunthorpe. Once the …
Final phase of Olympia steel package underway
Forming one of the final steel-framed elements of the wider Olympia redevelopment scheme in west London, the G-Gate building is currently underway. The complex …
Green light for Manchester library
Planning permission has been granted for a state-of-the-art library at Manchester Metropolitan University. Manchester City Council has approved the project, …
