All articles by Thomas Lane – Page 19
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FeaturesThe shape of Scunthorpe
Scunthorpe leisure centre rises from the landscape as a series of interlinked domes, more in number than the Eden Project. We find out how you specify roofing for such a complex project, where nearly every element is unique
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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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NewsSkanska slides 1,200-tonne Thameslink bridge into position
Rail bridge over Borough High Street will double capacity of track around London Bridge
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Folding aluminium doors
Schueco’s door system is suitable for a range of applications including residential, commercial and retail
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NewsArtful entrance: the Modern Art Oxford gallery
GEZE’s sliding door system has been specified for the first time in the UK
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FeaturesFeeling the heat: Fire door specification
Incorrectly specified fire doors could, at worst, cost lives. Now a landmark legal case could mean that it’s the contractor and specifier who will end up in court.
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Smooth or intricate door knobs
Samuel Heath and Sons have added two centre door knobs to its brassware collections
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NewsThermal improvements
Kawneer has enhanced the thermal performance of a series of its doors and windows
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Passivhaus window
The Green Building Store has added a Passivhaus certified window to its range of products
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Airtight pipe sleeves
New company ATK has brought out a range of kits that are designed to improve airtightness where pipes pass through a building’s fabric. Called Airtightkit, the product is a sleeve that fits around the pipe where it interfaces with the cladding and provides an airtight seal. It consists of a ...
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High efficiency boiler
An Ariston boiler and unvented water cylinder have been installed in a flat in Brighton
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NewsCombination boiler
The Logic Code Combi recovers heat from the flue to preheat direct hot water
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FeaturesThe London Bridge viaduct: The missing link
A railway viaduct is being built through the heart of London’s bustling Borough Market and in two weeks its new bridge will be a major landmark. All that remains is to move it to the right place
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Heating and cooling pump
Daikin’s heating and cooling pump is intended for residential and small commercial applications
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Multifit drainage
Brett Martin;s multifit drainage fittings work with other manufacturers’ products
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High pressure sockets
The Masterseal Plus outdoor sockets can withstand high pressure water jets