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FeaturesQ & A with AKII – Structurally sound
The downturn, increasing materials prices and regulatory changes are all having an impact on structural engineers. Building asks Paul Scott, a director at structural engineering practice, AKT II, how the sector is holding up
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CommentCAD images: Where have all the humans gone?
There’s nothing so seductive as a CAD image of your dream project, computer-generated visualisations of how we want the world to be. Trouble is, they’re divorced from reality
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Righting wrongs
This week readers take on iffy construction output data, poorly worded legislation, lawyers who overlook partnering and the rationale for building energy-from-waste facilities
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NewsSemi-permanent buildings
Temporary structures specialist, Neptunus, has launched what it says is the most energy efficient semi-permanent structure on the market.
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NewsCavity closer
Cavity Trays has launched a cavity closer suitable for cavities up to 330mm wide.
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Timber frame apartments
Cygnum has supplied the timber frame for 12 apartment blocks on the former site of Oaklands College in St Albans.
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Integrated basement walls and slab
Integrated insulation and structural foundation specialist, Insulslab SFRC, has developed a system that integrates basement walls with the slab
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Embankment retaining solution
Recycled plastic products specialist, i-plas, has launched an embankment retaining solution called Ecocrib
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Tree support
Greenleaf Urban Tree and Landscape Products has launched a soil structure module that is designed to encourage tree root growth and provide support for paved areas located above the roots
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NewsMulti-joint connector
Ancon has added a shear load connector for expansion joints in large, ground bearing concrete floor slabs.
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'Technical manual for cast stone' gets an update
The UK Cast Stone Association has updated its “technical manual for cast stone”.
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Purbeck acquires Somerset quary
Purbeck natural stone specialist Lovell Purbeck has acquired a quarry near Langport, Somerset from Ham and Doulting Stone.
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Ibstock rated 'very good'
Brickmaker Ibstock has been awarded a “very good” rating to the responsible sourcing standard BES 6001
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NewsLiverpool council to build 'easy to convert' schools
Following James Review recommendations council is looking at ’airport terminal-style schools’
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Yorkon's green credentials
Yorkon has announced it recycles 91% of the waste produced in manufacture
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Action plan for timber sustainability
The Timber Trade Federation is developing a sustainability action plan
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CommentCredit where it's due
Planning remains a hot topic as the localism/environmental struggle continues, and Building sheds some light on the ONS figures