Technical
Definitive guidance for high-rise construction
The BCSA has published the latest in its series of Health and Safety Executive (HSE) endorsed guides for steel erection. The new book, Erection of Multi-Storey …
P076 Vibrations of floors
New publication on vibrations of floors dispels the misconception that steel framed floors have difficulty in achieving serviceability performance …
AD 303: Disproportionate collapse regulations in Scotland
The purpose of this AD note is to highlight the existence of technical advice produced by the Scottish Building Standards Agency (SBSA) that should take …
New and Revised Codes and Standards: July & August 2006
BS EN PUBLICATIONS The following are British Standard implementations of the English language versions of European Standards (ENs). BSI has an obligation to …
Building envelope developments at the SCI
Research suggests that fears regarding the structural performance of deeper built-up cladding systems are unfounded, says Dr Martin Heywood, Manager …
AD 302: Tightening of Ordinary Bolts.
The advisory service regularly receives requests for a set of torque values in connection with the installation of ordinary bolts. This usually arises because …
Design Manual for Structural Stainless Steel – Third Edition
Design Manual for Structural Stainless Steel has been prepared for the guidance of engineers experienced in the design of carbon steel structural steelwork …
New and Revised Codes and Standards: June 2006
BRITISH STANDARDS BS 7121:- Code of practice for safe use of cranes BS 7121-5:2006 Tower cranes Supersedes BS 7121-5:1997 SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS BS EN 1337:- …
CE Marking of Steel Products
CE Marking will soon be upon us, which could be a surprise to many manufacturers. David Moore, BCSA Director of Engineering, advises what should be done and …
Design Guide for Ladder Deck Bridges
The ladder deck form of construction for highway bridges is currently a popular and economic choice – this publication offers practical design guidance. This …
