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Completing The O₂’s inner circle
A retail village being constructed around part of The O₂ Arena is helping to finally complete the ring of outlets surrounding the well-known venue. Martin …
New Steel Construction Technical Digest now available online
New Steel Construction’s (NSC) second Technical Digest, which brings together a year’s worth of technical guidance, is now available for download at: …
V&A underground extension opens to the public
Designed by Amanda Levete Architects, the Victoria & Albert Museum’s new underground extension has been officially opened. Known as the Exhibition Road …
Steel rises on Oxfordshire science project
The latest project at the prestigious Harwell Science Campus in Oxfordshire has started to take shape. Known as the Harwell Facilities Building, it will …
Nuclear patrols with steel
A bespoke steel-framed training complex is being built for the Civil Nuclear Constabulary near Sellafield. Martin Cooper reports. Charged with protecting the …
Retail scheme buys into steel construction
Construction of a shopping centre in Oxford city centre combines a remodelled existing mall along with a steel-framed new build element. Martin Cooper reports. …
Steel construction with trusses
Richard Henderson of the SCI discusses the use of trusses in
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 …
Steel for Life: An introduction to Steel Bending
Curved structural steelwork is an established feature of UK design and construction as it is known to offer a range of benefits, including aesthetic appeal. …
Steel delivering value
Our news section always carries examples of projects that highlight the benefits of using steel as a framing material. This week’s news includes a story …