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Offices armed with steel design
A renowned high-tech multinational company is expanding its Cambridge headquarters with the construction of a new office facility. Currently under construction …
Amazon flows into central England
The centrepiece of a new distribution park is a huge warehouse for the world’s largest online retailer. Distribution centres don’t come much larger than …
Computer designed frames
Two steel-framed structures will house and service the Met Office’s new supercomputer, a device that will bolster the UK’s position as a world leader in …
Rebuild for Merseyside hospital
Structural steelwork is playing a crucial role in the redevelopment of one of the largest hospitals in the north of England. Currently under construction, the …
Hybrid modular systems using a steel-framed podium
Mark Lawson of the SCI discusses some of the recent research and developments in modular construction. Modular construction has established itself in the UK …
Design of cold-formed portal frames
David Brown of the SCI discusses some of the issues to be considered when designing portal frames constructed from cold-formed steel. In order to retain the …
Steel supplies DIY merchant
One of the country’s leading DIY and building trade suppliers is expanding one of its distribution centres with steel construction. Building work is under …
Strengthening existing steelwork
Dorota Koschmidder-Hatch of SCI describes the general principles of strengthening existing steel sections. Strengthening implies the addition of structural …
Bespoke construction for upmarket site
Situated on the corner of two renowned central London streets, a new retail and office development is set to be a sought after address. Mayfair in central …
