Slimmer fit
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A new UK innovation in floor construction based on British Steel's Slimflor beam profile is expected to halve floor depths of steel frame buildings. Floor depth reduction is achieved by the decking sitting on the extended bottom flange rather than on the top of the steel beams. It will make floors lighter and thus cut building costs by reducing frame and foundation loads. It will also cut cladding costs because of the reduced building height. Wind bracing precautions will be lessened and it will be easier to cut holes in the deck.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 1992
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Last judgement
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British Standard 7543:1992 'Guide to Durability of Buildings and Building Elements, Products and Components' will improve clients and architects understanding of the life cycle of buildings. It is intended to encourage consideration of the life span of the building when components and fittings are specified. This should reduce waste and may reduce litigation. It is timely as life-cycle costing and maintenance charges are becomming more important in the commercial property market.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 1992
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Graduating to CM
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Oxford University surveyor Peter Hill says that the University prefers to manage its own construction projects after experiencing a number of legal problems associated with the JCT80 building contract. Hill chooses construction management professionals who have experience, a positive attitude, and will provide quality services. The University is a popular customer but is renowned for being slow to make decisions.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 1997
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