All Building articles in Archive Titles – Page 1321
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The bench test - 1: Three in one
Vista Columbus VDGHDe multiplexer/hard disk recorder. Ethernet connection is the ace up Norbain's sleeve
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Tabletalk
What do power workers eat for lunch? In the first of a new series, we sample British Energy's catering
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Wall of silence
We've had respect for people but now its peace of mind, as the DETR sets out to review the regulations on improving sound insulation in new and existing dwellings.
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Sustainability showcase
Case studies of sustainable building projects will soon be available on the Internet.
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Razing the titanic
Forty years after they were installed, the original boilers at the Shell Centre are being replaced by more contemporary technology. But how do you rip out 30 MW of heat raising plant while keeping the building operational?
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Who will take the rap?
If John Prescott has his way, the government's second term could see the introduction of fresh legislation tackling corporate manslaughter. Concerns are growing that the proposals could spark the creation of a company fall guy – and in companies with a poor record, create a no-go area for health and ...
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Swimming Pool Water: Treatment and quality standards
Swimming Pool Water: Treatment and quality standardsGreenhouse Books£35(ISBN 0 9517007 6 6)For a copy of the technical guidance note e-mail: guthrie@pwtag.demon.co.uk or telephone 01379 783678.The independent Pool Water Treatment Advisory Group has refined its guidelines on filtration and disinfection to minimise the threat from Cryptosporidium – a source of gastro-intestinal ...
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Under obligation
Negligent design can land a consultant in hot water. But at what stage does the onus to put it right expire?
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People moves
Kenneth Read has been promoted to the role of divisional operations director at Baker FM in Basingstoke. In his four years at the firm, Ken has provided development and support roles to blue chip companies, NHS trusts and the education sector. Formerly with Guinness Brewing, his appointment reflects the ...
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Minimising legionellosis
Minimising legionellosis£35 to members, £50 to non-members and £45 when purchased via the website (www.bsria.co.uk).available from the BSRIA bookshop on 013422 426511BSRIA has published its Guide to legionellosis – operation and maintenance.Aimed at those involved with the running and upkeep of water-related services, the Guide gives a summary of the ...
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Workplace productivity: IPD intranet tool measures impact of offices on staff
A tool designed to help facilities managers assess whether their workplaces are contributing to staff productivity will be launched at the IPD Occupiers Property Databank conference this month.The tool, which is accessed by a link from the IPD's offices to the user's company intranet, asks how managers believe factors such ...
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Hot off the press
The printing presses stopped buzzing long ago, but the Financial Times printworks has been given a new lease of life as a server farm for telehouse company Global Switch. Immense reserves of structural strength to house chillers and the ventilation plant, the room to place services risers more ...
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The Hidden Truth
The Hidden TruthShepherd Engineering Services has produced a CD-Rom explaining how the company has been using key performance indicators to improve its performance.The Hidden Truth looks at a number of the company's projects and covers subjects including project predictability in terms of design, construction cost and time, as well ...
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Health & safety update
David Denton, editor of the Barbour Index health and safety briefing, rounds up the latest publications
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Health & safety: Screen test
Working with display screen equipment raises a variety of health issues. In the first of two articles, we highlight employers' legal obligations regarding workstations and provide an action checklist
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Government to pump-prime the UK photovoltaics market
Photovoltatics and co-generation schemes are set to receive a huge financial boost to stimulate growth in "green energy" generation.
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Going for gold
When Manchester hosts the XVII Commonwealth Games in 2002, the new Manchester Aquatics Centre will form a spectacular showpiece for the swimming and diving events.
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Health sector: New hospitals scheme given mixed reception
Private sector welcomed, but there is concern over PFI bidding process
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Landlord & tenant: Quiet enjoyment
Recent cases have higlighted the limitations of the landlord's quiet enjoyment covenant and Graham White of Slaughter and May urges tenants to request express provisions rather than relying on this covenant for protection