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Barhale appointed to East London sewer upgrade

Civil + Structural Engineer

Two sections of the twin mains will be rehabilitated: One section will require Barhale to replace the existing sewer with two lengths of 142m, 800mm diameter HDPE pipe which will be installed through open cut excavation. At the adjacent section, Barhale will repair a 220m length of each main using Cured in Place Pipe (CIPP) relining.

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Vibration isolation for Norfolk House developmentĀ 

Civil + Structural Engineer

A jack up floor system was proposed which involves raising the floor off the structural slab, on either spring or rubber mounts, to interrupt the transmission path for ground borne sources of vibration. Without a floating floor, vibration from the tube would pass into the buildingā€™s structure and be heard as reradiated noise.

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Roofing Contractors: Attic Ventilation Solutions

CCR Magazine

A poorly ventilated attic can lead to a host of problems, including excess moisture buildup, mold growth, and even structural damage. This ensures a comfortable living environment and protects the structural integrity of your property. Soffit Vents : Installed under the eaves, these vents promote air intake into the attic space.

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Tapered insulation systems: The art of roof drainage

Construction Specifier

1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. Before discussing the design of the roof assembly with either structural slope or tapered insulation , the type of actual roof drainage mechanisms will be discussed. The 2018 International Plumbing Code ( IPC ) Section 1101.7 Section 1105.2 Section 1106.1

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Tapered insulation systems: The art of roof drainage

Construction Specifier

1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. Before discussing the design of the roof assembly with either structural slope or tapered insulation , the type of actual roof drainage mechanisms will be discussed. The 2018 International Plumbing Code ( IPC ) Section 1101.7 Section 1105.2 Section 1106.1

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New Trends in Construction: Plumbing Aspects

CCR Magazine

Similarly, advanced pipe relining techniques offer non-invasive ways to repair damaged pipes without excavating your precious front yard or back garden. Solar powered hot water systems are another key trend in this domain. Rainwater harvesting systems are notable examples of green plumbing.

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Transforming Your Basement with Bench Footing

UK Construction Blog

However, traditional basement finishing methods often need to pay more attention to a critical first step – installing proper structural support. Bench footing refers to a continuous concrete footing installed around the perimeter of a basement. A structural engineer can help calculate exact load requirements.