Thin stone cladding

Article Abstract:

The long-term effectiveness of thin stone cladding is being examined. Only 2 buildings have employed this system. The Wesleyan Assurance building, Birmingham has had problems with resin seepage and the Merry Hill complex, Dudley has had problems with staining from sealant oils. Thin stone cladding relies on resin bonding for panel fixture onto the aluminium honeycomb backing. The epoxy bonding mechanism relies on aerospace techology which is a new technique not tested by time. Other defects could be microcracking and bowing due to thermal and wind pressure.

Usage, Product information, Building, Stone, Stone construction, Honeycomb structures, Honeycomb structures (Materials), Stone Panels

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Role in stone

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Szerelmey Managing Director Paul Coleman confirms that the stone work company has changed its policy of working for contractors to working directly with clients. The company has a annual turnover of between 7-8 million pounds sterling and employs around 80 staff which includes 35 craftsmen. Company management found that Szerelmey was often having to unfairly reduce its prices in order to meet the main contractors demands. Coleman is finding it increasingly difficult to attract people with the right skills to the company.

Management, Practice, Sand, gravel and stone industry, Sand and gravel industry, Stone industry, Company Profile, Stonemasons, Szerelmey

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The togs of war

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The Royal Armouries Museum will open in Leeds, England, in spring 1996. The museum will be built at a cost of 42.5 million pounds sterling and will cover 27,400 sq mt. Alfred McAlpine Building has the 22 million pound sterling develop and construct contrct. Heery International, project manager, has the management contract to fit out the building for 7 million pounds sterling.

Museums & Art Galleries, Museums, Design and construction, Art museums, Armories

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