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Archive TitlesMixed and match
The services engineers designing the Granta Park Amenities building took the opportunity to produce a simple, repeatable and affordable mixed-mode model for commercial office developments. We find out how developers, clients and designers can benefit from the project.
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Huge UK wind project starts
The single largest wind farm in the UK has opened in Wales.
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New fire regs will widen market
Plans to incorporate new EU fire test standards into the England and Wales Building Regulations are set to open up the European market for construction products made in the UK.The European supplement to Approved Document B will amend current guidance and set out how the results of the new EU ...
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Market Watch - mechanical & electrical
This month BSJ offers a summary of a recent BSRIA analysis on the state of the m&e industry in the UK.
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Drop retentions, says Labour MP
The retentions campaign is back on the agenda at the House of Commons.
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CPA wary of spending plan
The Construction Products Association (CPA) has responded cautiously to the recent Pre-Budget Report.
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Archive TitlesCrown House Engineering wins Manchester contract
Crown House Engineering has won a £4.3 million contract to install the m&e and public health services at a prestigious nine-storey office block in Manchester city centre.The £22 million building will be constructed by Carillion for developers Argent and will overlook the city's Piccadilly Gardens. On completion it will provide ...
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How small and medium size construction companies measure up
How small and medium size construction companies measure upFreeFor a free copy of the report contact the Construction Best Practice Programme help desk on 0845 605 5556, or visit the website at www.cbpp.org.uk.How small and medium size construction companies measure up is a new report commissioned by the Construction Best ...
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Minister wants to clear the way for renewables growth
Minister for energy believes incentives should be offered to distribution companies to assist connection of renewable generators.
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Chilling out
The Belvedere Basingstoke was a naturally ventilated building, now refurbished with a chilled beam system. We look at how Arup breathed new life into twenty year old offices.
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Innovation centres set to open
Lord Sainsbury, minister for science, has announced the creation of 12 innovative manufacturing research centres based in academic institutions across the UK.
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School buildings
This month the cost and research departments of Mott Green & Wall and Davis Langdon and Everest, examine the cost and specifications of services installations in schools.
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Proposed duty holder definition changes on asbestos in buildings
A consultative document with revised proposals for the introduction of a new duty to manage asbestos risks in premises has been published by the Health and Safety Commission.
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Reasonable alternative
Despite its toxicity ammonia has a host of useful characteristics that make it a suitable alternative refrigerant. We look at some of its advantages as well as the approaches for minimising the hazards.
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Air con giants to join forces
Daikin's air conditioning division has announced it intends to form a global alliance with Trane, the air conditioning division of US giants American Standard.
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Underfloor air conditioning
Underfloor air conditioning has come of age with major developers worldwide embracing the technology. The financial benefits for designers, developers, and end-users are considerable.
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Sound advice
Hywel Davies summarises the latest CIBSE publication on effective control of noise pollution in buildings.
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Air tightness testing – a guide for clients and contractors
Air tightness testing – a guide for clients and contractorsBSRIAFree of chargeTo obtain a copy contact Nigel Potter at BSRIA on 01344 426511, or e-mail airtightness@bsria.co.uk.The new BSRIA guide to airtightness testing draws on more than 15 years experience in checking buildings for air leakage. Air tightness testing – a ...
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Profits on the up at Securicor
Pre-tax profits at 'Top Ten' contractor Securicor for the year to 30 September 2001 increased by 38% to £74 million on a turnover of £1,093.7 million.