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An introduction to site connections
The fabrication and erection of steel structures involves the joining together of various steel members and the two principal methods used are welding and …
Project of the Year: The Leadenhall Building, London
Reaching a height of 224m, the City of London’s landmark Leadenhall Building was designed as a wedge-shaped structure to minimise its impact on views of St …
Merit: Layered Gallery, London
A steel-framed extension to a private residence houses the owner’s collection of photographs, prints, pastels and lithographs. The Layered Gallery adjoins a …
Cast-in plates
Richard Henderson of the SCI discusses the design of plates cast into concrete to connect to steel beams and the forthcoming SCI design guide. Introduction It …
An introduction to computer software for steel design and fabrication
Steelwork contractors are often held up as being in pole position in terms of the introduction of and increasing use of BIM. In this article, NSC looks at how …
Marrying old and new
New steelwork additions are helping to convert a 1970s-built office building into a modern commercial scheme fit for the 21st Century. Martin Cooper reports. …
Hot and cold
A swimming pool and an ice rink are being built within one large steel-framed structure in Romford, presenting several challenges. Constructing two large …
Fasteners and Bolts
Structural bolts are one of the key elements of a steel frame and their manufacturers and suppliers form an important part of the steel construction supply …
SCI event focuses on future design and manufacture
The Steel Construction Institute’s [SCI] annual event, held at the National Gallery in London, focused on the theme ‘3D Printing – the future of design …
Software for steel construction
NSC takes a look at the computer software sector which today forms an integral part of design and construction. The steel construction sector has been using 3D …
