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Systematic Risk Assessments for Class 3 Buildings
Approved Document A of the Building Regulations requires that a systematic risk assessment is carried out for Class 3 buildings. But what does this mean for …
Ovals hit the aesthetic benchmark
The use of concrete filled oval sections for the construction of a cinema’s facade not only allowed for an airy and light open area but also provided the …
Mega complex to transform west London
Greater London’s largest shopping centre will open in October 2008. Martin Cooper reports on the structural challenges and the significant role steel has …
The bridge challenge
A distribution centre with a wave-like roof coupled with tight construction deadlines created new challenges for Conder. Speed of construction was paramount …
Building for the future
A pioneering schools project in Bristol is making extensive use of steel for many of its buildings and signature elements. The Bristol section of the national …
Top marks for Leeds schools
Close cooperation and standardised steelwork played an important role in the completion of a multi-million pound schools project in Leeds. The construction of …
Theatre offers an outside view
One of the most innovatively designed theatres ever built in the UK, incorporating high levels of architectural transparency, is being built in Leicester. …
Nearing the finishing post
One of Ireland’s best known and most popular sporting venues will open its new steel framed grandstand for July’s Summer festival of racing. Martin Cooper …
AceCad launches flexible solution
StruCad V12, the latest software innovation launched by AceCad offers a number of improvements and additional benefits over previous packages. Cameron Haywood, …
Websites’ popularity increases
The BCSA’s website, www.steelconstruction.org is being increasingly used by specifiers wishing to find information about steel construction companies, …
