Repairs to 18th Century Bubwith bridge reach half way point
Major repairs to a Grade II listed bridge are progressing on schedule according to North of England contractor, Esh Construction, who is delivering the project on behalf of East Riding …
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Acoustic isolation for Sadler’s Wells
~ Bespoke engineering for a special project ~ The East Bank development is an ambitious project that is part of the London 2012 legacy. This development includes a new site …
Dudleys completes works to support new elective care hub at Wharfdale Hospital
Dudleys Consulting Engineers has completed works to facilitate the installation of a new £1 million elective care hub at Wharfedale Hospital in Otley. Two new temporary theatres have been installed on …
Worried About the Concrete in Your Home? The Experts Recommend Concrete Scanning
Concrete scanning offers a fast and reliable way to identify issues within concrete buildings and structures. One leading structural engineering firm suggests that it’s essential for anyone responsible for concrete …
Mock chimney demolition project granted planning approval
PLANNING permission has been granted for a project which will be a key step in preparing for the next stage in the demolition of the iconic Pile 1 chimney at …
National Manufacturing Institute Scotland HQ reaches major construction milestone
Construction at the flagship National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) facility at the heart of the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland in Renfrewshire has reached a major milestone with the installation …
The Clear Choice for a Contemporary Vision – Glass Box Extensions
What are glass box extensions, why should I consider one and how good are they? Adding space to the home will typically take the form of a traditional bricks and …
Searches for ‘Loft Conversions’ Rise by a Staggering 164% as Brits Look to Add More Space and Value to Their Homes This Summer
Market research conducted by building supply specialist Insulation4Less has revealed that searches for ‘Loft Conversions’ rose by a staggering 164% between May/June and searches for ‘Loft Conversion Ideas’ jumped by …
Sustainable wildlife centre opens in 26-mile long Essex Country Park
A BRAND-NEW wildlife discovery centre has opened in Essex’s River Lee Country Park – using fully recyclable materials that will reduce the building’s impact on landfill waste. The £700,000 development …
The Science of Sustainability
Perega and Perega Clear Structures deliver engineering services for CABI’s new eco-friendly offices. Perega, one of the UK’s most-respected structural and civil engineering practices, and its leading glass engineering arm, …
Perega earns its (Three) Stripes on award-winning Adidas store
Perega continues to demonstrate its structural engineering expertise in the retail sector, providing expert consultancy to Adidas for their latest UK outlet: an ultra-immersive store on London’s bustling Oxford Street. …
Fasteners, Fixings and Everything In Between for Fast Track Construction
Buildings need to come together more quickly than ever. To do so without compromising integrity and quality depends on every little detail being thoroughly considered. This detail comes right down …
Structural Awards 2019 showcase supreme global engineering feats
The Institution of Structural Engineers have announced the winners of The Structural Awards 2019 during a glittering black-tie evening at The Brewery, London. The winners were chosen from a shortlist …
Finsbury Park Tube station improvement works amongst finalists of international construction competition
One month to go before the ITA Tunnelling and Underground Space Awards ceremony – November 18 – Miami, USA “Tunnels: a resilient link between past and future” was at the centre of …
Britcon starts steel contract for Boston United Community Stadium
Britcon Engineering Services (BES) has commenced a £750,000 contract to design, fabricate and install full structural steelwork for the much-anticipated new Boston United Community Stadium in Lincolnshire. BES has been …
JPG creates full time role for BIM technology fast track
Leeds based JPG Group has created a dedicated role to ensure a fast track compliance and company-wide operation in Building Information Modelling (BIM) Level 2 in just twelve months. BIM is a …
Digging Deep: 5 Amazing Underground Constructions
A hot topic in the construction industry today is whether building underground, rather than creating more above ground, is the way forward. According to various reports, it’s not that we’re …
The Structural Awards shortlist showcases the best in engineering from around the world
The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) has revealed the shortlist of the 2019 Structural Awards, featuring 49 outstanding projects from around the globe. The awards are now in their 52nd year, …
Everton reveal vision for new waterfront stadium
World renowned architect Dan Meis reveals design at fan event Stadium will act as a ‘game changer’ for Club and city region Club to begin month-long consultation period on new …
National built environment consultancy celebrates Building of the Year 2019 RIBA award
The Birmingham team of national built environment consultancy Curtins is celebrating alongside lead architects Sheppard Robson following the announcement that the University of Birmingham’s £45 million project came top in four …
Why the UK faces a perfect storm on motorway bridge safety
Concrete has been the mainstay of highway bridge construction for decades and has a wealth of benefits. It’s durable, versatile, and consistently meets the demands expected of it. Not to …
Timber Frame Construction?
Best Practice Considerations Where Timber Frame and Floors Meet Is the way in which timber frame construction and SIPS construction integrate at ground level flawed? Currently reliance is placed on …
Structural Statement
The Wolseley Road project from LBMV Architects Located in a unique conservation area of North London, the Wolseley Road project from LBMV Architects involved the renovation and extension of an impressive …
National and international best practice build details
‘New 2019 manual is extensive, informative and contains excellent construction solutions’ Cavity Trays of Yeovil is the longest-established specialist in its field, and importantly is the only UK cavity tray …
Harris raises a glass to a hat-trick of brewery projects
Yorkshire construction services business, Harris CM is toasting success after its involvement with three separate brewery expansion projects at sites in the North West and Wales. The Pontefract based firm …
2019 New Solutions – Cavitray Compliant Walls
When building in natural stone, there are two popular methods of construction. The traditional method is to build against a backing skin of blockwork, behind which is the cavity and …
Best New Construction Industry Product in 2018
The new Type PAT – Protective Adjustable Threshold – manufactured by Cavity Trays of Yeovil has just secured the Product of the Year Award in the Housebuilder 2018 Awards. Designed …
New Protective Adjustable Threshold Eliminates Construction Problem
Yeovil-based Cavity Trays Ltd has developed a ready-to-use solution to eliminate a reoccurring construction problem when building on contaminated land. Originally conceived for Radon gas situations, it is called the …
Amsterdam’s robot printed bridge wins European innovation prize
Amsterdam’s robot printed steel bridge has been awarded the European Commission’s prestigious STARTS Prize 2018, which champions innovative projects at the interface of science, technology and art. STARTS recognizes digital transformation projects that …
Kee Systems introduces safe steelwork connections
Kee Systems has introduced the BeamClamp ® and BoxBolt® range of safe fixing solutions to its versatile fittings portfolio. The BeamClamp® range of high strength clamps are designed to connect …
Masonry structural stability and surface staining
The practice of providing support to cavity-spanning DPC’s by building into both masonry skins came about because there were few alternative options to hold a soft or pliable DPC in …
Kemper System helps protect concrete heritage
Cold-applied liquid waterproofing specialist, Kemper System, has helped to preserve a grade II listed building thanks to its Stratex warm roof and Kemperol liquid roofing systems. Because of the unusual …
Plywood canopy gives London hospital the wow factor
James Latham recently supplied more than 40 sheets of WISA Twin Plywood which was used to create a lightweight canopy structure for an impressive freestanding workspace pavilion in Evelina Children’s …
Latest Schöck BBA Certification raises the bar
The latest BBA Certification awarded to the Schöck Isokorb is the culmination of an unprecedented standard of assessment by the BBA. It has resulted in a much more demanding new …
London’s Riverwalk incorporates Passivhaus standard Schöck Isokorb
On the north side of the Thames in central London, the three riverside embankments, Chelsea, Victoria and Albert, are the result of extensive civil engineering works that reclaimed marshy land, …
Neaco decking chosen for another landmark bridge
Neaco’s aluminium decking has been specified for another landmark bridge project at Bécon-les-Bruyères train station which forms part of the extensive redevelopment of the Zac des Bruyeres Courbevoie in Paris. …
Cembrit Launches Windstopper Extreme in a Blaze of Glory
Cembrit, the leading roofing and cladding specialist, is pleased to announce the UK launch of Windstopper Extreme – a new sheathing board that is ideal for a range of uses …
Safety Critical Fixings – What happens when it goes wrong?
As recently appointed full members of the Construction Fixings Association, EJOT UK is helping to promote the work of the CFA by alerting those involved in the specification and installation …
Natural frequency and vibration behaviour of free cantilever steel balconies
Lightweight support structures, such as free-cantilevered steel balconies, can be prone to vibration when people move about on them more heavily than usual. As designs become ever more lightweight and …
HOOLA precast balconies a team effort from Schöck and Thorp
Tidal Basin Road in East London, gateway to the soon-to-be regenerated Royal Victoria Docks area and a short stroll from the Excel Exhibition Centre, is now home to a new …