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Antarctic runway is upgraded to support UK hub for polar science

Civil + Structural Engineer

Credit – Ben Checkley BAS In support of effective ongoing operations and maintenance at Rothera, measures were introduced to improve drainage performance along the runway. Through the increased drainage, the new surface will reduce the risk of floods and ice build-up. Find out more: [link]

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Are We Missing an Important Element of Sustainability Reporting?

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In the US, the Securities and Exchange Commission has been deliberating on a proposed set of disclosure rules since the spring of 2022 and is expected to finalize them this fall. The following changes to how Compass builds led to some significant environmental achievements. Compass Datacenters is among them. Roofing materials.

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An Snapshot of International BIM Status and Goals

Building Information Management

Mandatory BIM for government projects. Requires IFC BIM for new buildings. Building Information Management – A Standard Framework and Guide to BS 1192. Work with key agencies on pilot projects. Government Construction Strategy (May). Report/Strategy Paper for the Government Construction Client Group (March).

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Curtain wall design-assist: Navigating the process for success

Construction Specifier

Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.

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Zweig Group’s 2024 Rising Stars In the AEC Industry

Civil + Structural Engineer

Through this work, this year’s class of Rising Stars have directly benefited the design profession, their employers, project owners, and society. This impact also extends to work done in their communities as well as leadership and mentorship within their firms.

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Tuning in on sound: Reducing noise in the workplace

Construction Specifier

Even when people are inside, it is hard to block out intruding and distracting noises within the space people are in; noise coming from adjacent rooms, areas above or below, or from hallways; or even from outside the building. The purpose of the building determines what types of noise pollution creates “pain points” for occupants.

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Constructing the Gold Standard – public sector frameworks

Practical Law Construction

December 2021 saw the publication of the independent review of public sector construction frameworks, commissioned by the Cabinet Office, and led by Professor David Mosey PhD. Significant sums to expend, complying with processes criticised for being overly bureaucratic, if there is a lack of clarity as to the pipeline of work to be procured.