Stumbling block

Article Abstract:

The market for Portland stone architectural masonry continues to weaken, especially with a decline in demand for the product for use in high-quality commercial developments in central London. By the end of 1991, some suppliers had seen orders fall to less than three months, and most still do not have any big orders, despite a slight upturn at the beginning of 1992. Ashby & Horner Masonry, for example, estimates that its turnover will fall by 30% in 1992, and it has already made redundancies in preparation for this. Raw material prices remain stable, but prices for finished masonry have fallen by up to 30%.

Economic aspects, Sand, gravel and stone industry, Sand and gravel industry, Stone industry

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Super calefaction

Article Abstract:

Heat recovery systems which have been used in industrial buildings for a while have become popular for UK domestic buildings since 1989. The systems reduce fuel bills by recovering up to 80% of waste heat and control condensation problems of well-insulated buildings. Manufacturers, such as Creda, Flebu and Flakt have developed systems for domestic use. Social and local authority housing and housing associations are among the first to install such systems. The best systems cost about 1,500 pounds sterling to install and cost recovery takes up to 15 years.

Energy conservation, Heat regenerators

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Digging for gold

Article Abstract:

Work for the 1994 Winter Olympics subterranean stadium in Lillehammer, Norway began in Apr 1991 and will cost 700 million pounds sterling. The stadium is 50 metres below ground level and the hall will take 5,400 spectators. Facilities provided include ice rinks, sports halls, special skiing areas and communication buildings. The stadium is intended to provide Norwegians with facilites after the Olympics, such as conference halls. The 455 timber accommodation units will be dismantled and utilised locally for housing after the games have ended.

Design and construction, Norway, Underground construction, Stadiums, Lillehammer, Norway

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