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Low carbon concrete – what you need to know
Centre) discuss the specification of ‘low carbon’ concrete for use in composite
AD 473: Holes in beams for temporary lifting attachments
The SCI has been asked to consider the requirement of clause 6.2.5(6) in BS EN 1993-1-1, which covers the allowance for fastener holes when calculating cross …
New and revised codes and standards – from BSI Updates October 2021
BS EN PUBLICATIONS BS EN ISO 7539-9:2021Corrosion of metals and alloys. Stress corrosion testing. Preparation and use of pre-cracked specimens for tests under …
Tata Steel reduces energy bill and emissions with new 30MW generator
Combating current energy price rises, Tata Steel’s Port Talbot site has installed a new 30MW generator that will reduce its energy bill by millions of pounds …
New mixed-use quarter rising up at London Olympia
Due to be completed by 2024, the £1.3Bn Olympia redevelopment scheme is progressing on schedule as the initial steelwork elements have begun to be erected. A …
University research hub gets steel staircase
Work is progressing at Cardiff University where a Translational Research Hub (TRH) is being constructed by Bouygues. Designed by HOK’s London Studio, the TRH …
BCSA starts courses for Responsible Painting Coordinators
Following the publication in January of the 7th edition of the National Structural Steelwork Specification (NSSS), the British Constructional Steelwork …
Steel landscraper takes shape in King’s Cross
Work is currently progressing on Google’s new UK headquarters building at King’s Cross in London. Designed by lead consultant BDP, working alongside …
Fabrication underway for Essex new town bridge
Steel beams up to 3m-deep and 48m-long are being fabricated by Briton Fabricators for the Beaulieu Bridge in Essex. Forming an integral part of the Beaulieu …
Steel link bridges arrive at Mersey Ferry terminal
Working with main contractor John Sisk, Adey Steel has fabricated, supplied and installed two new 50m-long link bridges for Seacombe’s Mersey Ferry terminal. …
