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Construction Act amendments become law
On 12 November last year amendments to the ‘Construction Act’ became law as Part 8 of the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act. …
Raising the roof for the Olympics
Construction work on London’s 2012 Olympic site is firmly on track with the main venues already becoming landmarks on the east London skyline. One of the …
Kaltenbach acquires Dutch shotblasting and painting firm
Machinery manufacturer Kaltenbach has acquired through an asset deal, the production facility and brand of Gietart, the shotblasting and painting systems …
Eurocodes support is ready
The steel construction sector declared itself ready for the introduction of the Eurocodes in March with the launch of the first guides to support steel …
Eight steel bridges for new road to Bedford
Because of increased traffic volumes the existing A421 between the M1 and Bedford’s southern bypass is being upgraded with the construction of a completely …
Steel dives in for new pool and diving facility
Work is progressing on schedule for a new steel framed swimming pool and diving facility for Southend-on-Sea Borough Council. Replacing an ageing swim centre …
News in Brief – November/December 2009
A new free USA guide entitled ‘Seismic Design of Steel Special Moment Frames’ can be downloaded from: www.nehrp.gov/pdf/nistgcr9-917-3.pdf A commemorative …
Steel to fly high on new Seagull’s home
Located at Falmer on the outskirts of Brighton, the new 22,500 seat capacity stadium for Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club is rapidly taking shape and …
Pilot bolting coordinator course a success
The BCSA held a pilot Level 3 Bolting Coordinator course on 14 October at the Mabey Bridge (formerly Fairfield Mabey) facility in Chepstow. The course, which …
BCSA publishes welding guide
BCSA has recently published a book of typical Welding Procedure Specifications for use in structural steelwork using the Metal-arc Active Gas (MAG) process. …
