Seeping sickness

Article Abstract:

The Centre for Window Cladding Technology at Bath University published a British standard for the UK curtain walling industry on Feb 5 1993. It focuses on laboratory and on-site testing and does not offer prescriptive design advice. About 50% of curtain walling leaks because of bad design and poor installation. Joints are often too narrow and sealants are incorrectly used. There are 3 types of curtain walling: front-sealed which relies on water proof front seals; secondary defence and pressure equalised. The last 2 use a second seal in the gap between the panels.

Standards, Curtain walls

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No extra time

Article Abstract:

UK building contractor McAlpine has a 10 million pounds sterling contract with Manchester United Football Club to redevelop the Old Trafford stadium. The deadline is May 28, 1993 and no extension of time or variations are allowed. McAlpine is working 24-hour days to make up for the wet Oct 1992. The contract consists of 6 phases. The stand will provide 10,400 sheltered seats, 3 VIP lounges, 40 executive boxes and a kitchen able to cater for 450 people. Many sub-contractors are making no profit from the project.

Contracts, Remodeling and renovation, Stadiums, Alfred McAlpine PLC

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Civil tongue

Article Abstract:

Mike Burt, chairman of the UK's Government Construction Client panel and head of procurement at the Treasury, is responsible for establishing procurement policies for the government. He enjoys his career and says that it offers him a good opportunity to influence policy. He is involved in a three-year action program aimed at improving the government's client profile.

Practice, Public employees, Government employees

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