Strong case for steel

Article Abstract:

Steel is likely to become even more popular in Britain as a building material for multi-floored buildings, following technological enhancements costing 50 million pounds sterling. Its current advantages of longer clear spans and speedy building times will be boosted by designs such as the fast track slimfloor and other environmentally-friendly improvements. Half of the worldwide steel products come from recycled metal. Recycling procedures take up less energy than steel production procedures using raw materials.

United Kingdom, Industry Overview, Steel industry, Waste management, Steel

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Special report: glass and glazing

Article Abstract:

The importance of glass within the construction industry has been extremely prominent since the early 1960s, with many architects choosing to utilize the properties of glazing for building cladding. Glass can provide warmth, energy and lighting in a building, making it one of the most versatile building materials available. Including laminated features to glass makes it even more versatile and many glass manufacturers are seeking new ways to enhance the look, flexibility and energy performance levels of glass.

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Special report: glass and glazing

Article Abstract:

Issues relating to the aesthetic and functional uses of glass and glazing in buildings are discussed, with focus on sustainability concerns.

Usage, Architecture and energy conservation, Energy efficient buildings, Architectural design

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