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New and Revised Codes & Standards: September 2007
BS EN PUBLICATIONS The following are British Standard implementations of the English language versions of European Standards (ENs). BSI has an obligation to …
Building design using modules
Essential design information for construction using modules The use of modular and other lightweight forms of building construction is increasing. The benefits …
AD 315: Bending Strength – BS 5950-1: 2000
In order to retain the accurate formatting of the equations in this advisory desk, this article is available as a pdf download only. Click here to download …
40 Years Ago: Attractive new bridge at Windsor
Taken from Building with Steel, 1967 Victoria bridge, which carries the Datchet-Windsor road over the River Thames, was one of a pair constructed about 1851 by …
Design made easier and faster
New Steel Construction rounds up some of the latest developments in structural steel design software packages. Engineers benefit from the Fastrak approach MP …
Building Design Using Modules
Modular Construction using off-site prefabricated units is increasingly being used on live projects. SCI’s Mark Lawson examines the benefits. In order to …
Mixed use development retains historic façade
A new steel framed commercial and residential project in a London conservation area required some intricate designing, around a retained façade, to allow it …
Energy efficient warehouse
Steelwork has recently been completed on what is described as the most environmentally-friendly distribution centre in Europe. Atlas Ward Structures has …
Steel is designed for minimum waste
Minimising and where possible eliminating waste from construction operations is a key part of the UK’s sustainability drive. Nick Barrett details why …
Project gains from multi material approach
A new extension to a shopping centre in Windsor has made use of a hot rolled steel frame alongside another light steel four-storey hotel structure, all built …
