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Around the Press – June 2011
The Structural Engineer 17 May 2011 Wembley Stadium arch dream becomes reality Without computer modelling analysis, the iconic arch floating above London’s …
Granite edifice becomes modern steel framed headquarters
The world’s second largest granite building, Marischal College, is undergoing a full scale conversion to provide a 21st century corporate headquarters for …
Steel Day success in Scotland
During May a CPD (Continuing Professional Development) event was hosted jointly by the BCSA and The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE). Known as …
Health and safety award for the BCSA
The BCSA has been awarded the first ever SME Assistance Trophy at this year’s RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards. The award recognises the most …
Tube division makes further cutting investment
Lasertube Cutting, part of the Barrett Steel Group, has commissioned its second LT8 tube laser, with a third on order for delivery later this month. David …
New home for historic flagship to open next year
A new museum and permanent home for the hull of the Mary Rose – Henry VIII’s flagship – which was raised from the seabed of The Solent near Portsmouth in …
Steel remains the competitive choice
Steel is still the framing material of choice and the competitive option for the construction of multi-storey buildings. The 2010 Market Share Survey conducted …
Fast track college revamp relies on steel
Huntingdonshire Regional College in Cambridgeshire will soon be the recipient of a new glazed entrance hall as well as an enhanced main facade. The £1.9M fast …
Foundations laid for low carbon economy
A new £2.6M resources centre in Cambridge will help speed up growth of the low carbon economy in the east of England. Currently under construction, the steel …
News in Brief – May 2011
The BCSA and Tata Steel will co-sponsor a major sustainability conference in London on 7 July. The event, run by Building Magazine, will provide construction …
