All Archive Titles articles – Page 129
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Virologists don’t do downpipes
I was very disappointed to read the article “Science faction” (BSj 05/08) in which the author assumed it was a virologist’s responsibility to find the source of an infection, let alone SARS, which at that time did not even have a full case definition as it was a new and ...
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FIRElink is a new high-sensitivity smoke detection system by Hochtik
Hochiki Europe has unveiled FIRElink, a high-sensitivity smoke detection system.
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Why projects are delayed…
Complex construction projects are likely to finish more than six months late because of poor time control, according to research by the Chartered Institute of Building.
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Tackle deadlines – if you have time
‘Busy, busy’, ‘time is money’, ‘there aren’t enough hours in the day’ – these are just some of the phrases you’re likely to hear in offices everywhere.
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How to survive the crunch
With many construction firms feeling the effects of the credit crunch, Business Link, the government-funded information, advice and support service, is offering a free online ‘one-stop shop’ providing guidance on surviving the market slump.
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Olympic countdown
As the world’s sporting greats prepare for the supreme test, in Beijing four breathtaking buildings are also being readied for their star roles in the Games.
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Archive TitlesUtilities: Getting to the core
Roger Willey, MD of utilities infrastructure provider Core, says getting involved early in the design is the key to client satisfaction
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Soaring energy costs herald more whole life costing in construction
Too many companies regard whole life costing as a costly or cosmetic endeavour. John Grounds believes soaring energy prices and the boom in sustainability may help to change their minds
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Survey shows depth of delays in construction
Lack of time management systems means two-thirds of complex projects are late
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Dalmeier launches new security video management console
Dallmeier’s VMC-1 Eagle security video management centre consists of a keyboard, joystick, jog-shuttle and an interactive 15.2cm LCD TFT monitor to show live and recorded footage.
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Cornish colour-wash
LED lighting is being used to illuminate the exteriors of historical buildings and landmarks in the Cornish town of Redruth, such as this wooden Celtic cross.
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Watermist installation code of practice published
A code of practice has been published to help designers of fire suppression systems
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Archive TitlesCIOB promises education and standards to end project delays
Nearly two-thirds of complex projects are completed late and the design team is only consulted about the construction methodology in 10% of cases.
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Scorpion upgrades its Phoenix dual mains changeover panel
Scorpion Power Systems has upgraded its Phoenix dual mains automatic changeover panel, which can now be incorporated with a BMS and fire control panel.
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In the push for zero carbon homes, what’s happened to good climatic design?
Last July I was fortunate enough to visit Professor Sue Roaf’s famous Ecohouse in Oxford.
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Roll out the schools campaign
Your leader ‘Talent contest’ in May’s issue highlighted the difficulties surrounding attracting and retaining staff.
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EPC calculation tool
Software provider EDSL has gained accreditation for its Tas Building Designer DSM software to calculate asset ratings in the preparation of energy performance certificates (EPCs).
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CAD draughters and clients get new online service
An online service has been launched to help bring CAD draughters and clients together.