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Steel refurb creates modern workspaces
New steelwork elements are helping to strengthen an existing frame, while also creating reconfigured floorplates for an extensive refurbishment project on a …
Steel extends viaduct’s lifespan
The A38(M) Tame Valley Viaduct, a critical piece of transportation infrastructure that links the M6 with Birmingham city centre, is being strengthened and …
Welding demonstrations held for BCSA members
Lincoln Electric recently held an open morning session for British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA) members to attend and learn about advances in …
AWARD: HYLO, London
A total of 13 new steel-framed floors have been added to a 1960s-built office block, resulting in one of the most pioneering tall building retrofit projects in …
MERIT: Shipbuilders of Port Glasgow
Celebrating a rich shipbuilding heritage, two 10m-high stainless steel figures, by renowned sculptor John McKenna, also serve as tourist attractions, bringing …
AD 515: Welding of structural nuts and bolts
SCI’s Advisory Desk has recently received queries from designers asking if it permissible to weld structural nuts and bolts – typically for situations …
Robotic welding technology launched to tackle skills shortage
Ficep UK, in partnership with AGT Robotics, has launched the SABRE welding robot, which is said to be a system that could help address skilled labour …
Bridge creates new transportation link
A weathering steel footbridge will provide a direct and safe link for both pedestrians and cyclists between Stockport’s new bus interchange and the town’s …
Riverside refurbishment
A 1980s-built City of London office block is being redeveloped and enlarged with structural steelwork forming a south elevation that overlooks the River Thames …
SCCS extends its BS EN ISO 3834 accreditation scope
The Steel Construction Certification Scheme (SCCS) has further extended its scope of accreditations and can now offer certification to the newly issued BS EN …
