All Building articles in 17 February 2012 – Page 2
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FeaturesBuilding by numbers: Variation in public project costs
The latest government data shows dramatic variations in the cost of construction procurement across the public sector. But will arming decision-makers with these figures turn them into leaner, more savvy clients? Building reports
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CommentBuilding buys a pint … For DTZ's building team
Strange sounding words are bandied about when Building buys a pint for DTZ, and the trouble with romance and extreme activities is revealed
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NewsModular building
A sixth-form centre has been constructed at Wymondham High School, Norfolk, using a recycled modular building from Foremans Relocatable Building Systems
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Steel-framed building system
Premier Interlink (Waco UK) has recently constructed teaching facilities at four Leeds primary and nursery schools
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Know your novation: What's changed?
Novation may be a familiar story but don’t get complacent about it - there’s an unexpected sub-plot with hidden traps set by the Construction Act
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NewsInsulated cladding system
Natural Building Technologies’ (NBT) Pavaclad building system was used in the construction of Waingels College, Reading
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FeaturesInside India: Construction opportunities
India is not a market for the fainthearted, but with the demands of 1 billion people to satisfy, growth of 7% predicted for this year and an investment plan of 1 trillion dollars on the table, there are rich pickings for the courageous. Building reports
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Curtain walling system
Technal supplied aluminium facade systems for the new College of Further Education in Hartlepool
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Fire detection system interface units
Gent by Honeywell has extended its range of fire detection system interface units, making its Vigilon system suitable for many types of buildings
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Dorgard finishes
Fireco has launched its Dorgard Effects range of ultra high gloss finishes, including Mahogany, Beech, Oak and Ash, which are intended to blend into a fire door
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Movers & makers: Education
A round-up of news from manufacturers including Portakabin and Kingspan Insulation
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FeaturesHansom: Trouble at the top
As the two-way (un)popularity contest continues in the Cabinet, construction’s main man pats the industry on the head and a sustainability expert calls for the chancellor to get his cheque book out
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NewsSolar heating system
Stokvis Energy Systems supplied an energy-efficient solar heating system for Thomas Rotherham College, South Yorkshire
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Inbox: Hot topic
Changes to Part L spark heated debate from readers, who argue that building control officers won’t police energy requirements and that, when it comes to the green agenda, one size does not fit all
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CommentFrom the rooftops
At home our Building 2012 campaign acquires some serious clout, and abroad we’re looking at the best opportunities in India, Qatar and more
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Ventilation solutions
Airflow will showcase its new Loovent Eco and DV3600 Duplexvent Flexi unit at Ecobuild 2012
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NewsBalfour and Galliford make £600m Mersey Gateway shortlist
Three consortia set to put forward detailed proposals over the next year
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NewsBalfour Beatty withdraws controversial BESNA contracts
Contractor pulls out to avert strike action
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CommentMy digital life … Mel Starrs
This tech-savvy associate director carries both an iPhone and Blackberry but would rather communicate over a meal and glass of red wine