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Doing the right thing
In the past couple of months we've seen news stories which have raised questions about the ethics of organisations and the professionals who work for them.
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Archive TitlesThe quality man
Peter Rolton always wanted to work in building services, unlike many in our industry who seem to fall into the job more by accident than design.
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Lighting products
Low level, high fashion The Mini-Linea fluorescent range from Coughtrie Lighting is suitable for low-level lighting solutions. The range includes the Vennelux, Epilux and Rotolux mini-linear fluorescents designed for PL and L lamps from 9 W to 18 W. The luminaires are suitable for ceiling mounting with typical applications including ...
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How to partner the proper way
The Association of Consultant Architects has published its Guide to ACA Project Partnering Contracts PPC2000 and SPC2000.
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Archive TitlesGrow your own
A revolutionary new farming technique is being facilitated by a state-of-the-art air conditioning system, allowing more exotic produce to be grown here in the UK.
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Government slammed over retentions
The Trade and Industry select committee has criticised the government's lacklustre response to its report on the phasing out of retention clauses from public sector construction contracts by 2007.
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Get it together
We point out the benefits of specifying an integrated air conditioning system and says it's high time the UK caught on.
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Archive TitlesGarden variety
A shopping Mecca by day and a lure for theatre and opera goers by night, Covent Garden isn't your archetypal business district. So it's no surprise that its latest office development opts for something a bit different.
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Archive TitlesFollow the leaders
Should construction be about strong leadership by one party, or teamworking? The presidents of CIBSE and ASHRAE debate the point.
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Developments in international recognition
International consensus on the requirements for professional engineers is moving closer. And the UK is at the head of these developments.
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Archive TitlesKeeping IT cool
Split systems are often specified for comms room cooling but are they really the most effective solution. We compare this approach with that sensible cooling units.
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Commission probes BE rescue
The European Commission has launched an investigation into the UK government's support for nuclear generator British Energy.
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Archive TitlesComfort zone
Nobody's really sure what the ideal environment in an aircraft cabin should be. Two current projects at BRE are looking to change this.
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Archive TitlesA new chapter for ventilation
The second edition of Ventilation of Buildings develops on the basic principles and draws on the findings of extensive research in the ventilation field.
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HM Treasury report proposes changes to PFI
HM Treasury has highlighted problems with PFI procurement and recommended changes in a report published in July this year.
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Archive TitlesSporting chance
Paid for entirely with funds raised by local residents, the Regen community sports centre required a highly flexible and easy-to-use controls solution to provide optimum environments for its numerous activities.
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Archive TitlesFuel cells explained
The British Council for Offices has launched Fuel Cells for Offices? A BCO guide to new technology.
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In breach of the regulations
We give an overview of the potential consequences of breaching the Building Regulations and explains the circumstances that give rise to different leveks of liability.
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Archive TitlesTeamwork means better business
Integrated working is supposed to be the way ahead. But it doesn't happen often. Developer Stanhope has been taking a team based approach for some time. Some of those involved share their experiences.