All Technical articles – Page 32
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NewsFall in demand keeps tenders low, says RICS
Tender prices remain level despite rising material costs
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NewsHSE will not prosecute over Liverpool crane death
Investigation concludes that there is insufficient evidence to bring action over January 2007 accident
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NewsCode for Sustainable Homes is flawed, claims GHA
Water wastage will continue as the Code drives developers to install impractical fittings
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NewsCorus cuts steel output by 20%
UK and Netherlands plants slash production in response to economic crisis
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FeaturesThe alternatives: Thermal mass
Integrating structures and services to get the most out of thermal mass can be a good road to lower energy consumption. Stephen Kennett looks at Tarmac’s solution
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NewsBREEAM to launch in the Gulf
BRE has adapted its environmental assessment guidelines for the Middle East
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NewsTop services tips that have saved one firm's clients £220,000
Consultancy shows how to fit a building's use to design for energy savings
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New LEED standard to increase energy standards
2009 version of the US green building standard ups energy requirements and introduces new water use reduction demand
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NewsReport slams government's lack of transport investment
Institution of Civil Engineers says government needs coherent plan including high-speed rail links
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NewsWestfield London shopping centre gears up for opening
Over 7,500 workers are in a race to fit-out 300 shops and restaurants before the 30 October opening
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NewsHome truths: Interior finishes
Housing scheme interiors have to be affordable, durable and, most importantly, ‘what the market wants’. Eoin Keating considers the challenges architects face
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NewsEverything in this picture is green
It doesn’t matter how energy-efficient a home is – if the interior doesn’t look great, nobody will buy it. Chloe Stothart checks out the latest products hoping to persuade the public that green is good
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NewsHouse doctor: Hey, good looking
The commercial and retail sectors have led interior design, so it’s no surprise the domestic market has turned to them for inspiration on finishes. Peter Caplehorn of Scott Brownrigg looks at the options
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NewsSelfridges scaffolders take a bow
The scaffolding on this Stonewest project is as striking as the West End store's famous window displays
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NewsMasonite Beams targets UK I-joist market with new factory
New product launches planned for UK after opening of £8m Swedish plant
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NewsBBA to issue green ratings for building products
Construction product approval body will use BRE assessment technique under new licensing agreement
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NewsSears tower set for £85m green makeover
Chicago landmark skyscraper plans to install wind turbines and PV to reduce energy use by 10%. Plus video interview with scheme architect
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NewsRobot suits could aid construction workers
Japanese contractor invests in robot suit firm with a view to future use on building sites
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NewsConsultants and engineers hard hit by credit crunch
Survey shows slowdown has affected business strategy at 40% of firms, with revenues or margins hit at almost a quarter