Pipe down
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UK plumbing engineer Jeff Cosby has invented a silencing device to reduce the noise of re-filling water tanks and domestic cisterns. Householders are often kept awake at night because of noisy water tanks, and this gave Cosby the idea to invent something to reduce noise levels. Cosby's idea is to introduce new water below the water line, reducing the sound of splashing which is the main source of water tank noise. Cosby is looking for financial backing for his idea, which he hopes will become an industry standard.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 1998
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Takeaway deals
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UK construction companies considering seeking contracts with McDonald's Restaurants should be aware that decisions relating to building procurement, design and construction are made by the company's corporate construction and technical department. This department manages all regional construction and design on a national level. The company's buildings are pre-manufactured, and by the time they arrive on site are 90% complete. Its procurement is mainly undertaken through negotiation.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 1998
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