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Engineers pull-off 220m HS2 viaduct slide in 3 days

Construction Enquirer

The 220m-long structure is the last of five “double composite” viaducts on the central section of HS2 to be installed using the technique. The weathering steel viaduct spans a floodplain and Banbury Lane and is designed to blend with the surrounding countryside while managing local drainage.

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How XL Construction built a building on top of a building in an earthquake zone

Construction Dive

Incoming students at the University of California, Berkeley’s $95 million Grimes Engineering Center could likely learn a thing or two about their chosen field from the building’s construction. To overcome this, we had to rotate the new structure relative to the site and perform a best-fit calculation.

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Structural Glazing Systems for Facades

Civil Engineer Blog

Structural glazing systems can be either two-sided or four-sided, with each design having its own particular advantages. In general, for efficient and energy-saving building management, double glazing is recommended.

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Next-Generation Roofing Systems for Commercial Structures

CCR Magazine

Builders now prioritize materials and systems designed to last longer, reduce maintenance needs, and perform under extreme conditions. Whether you’re designing new spaces or upgrading old ones, knowing your options helps you invest wisely.

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What is a Cap Beam?

Prodyogi

On many construction sites, especially those involving deep foundations and basement levels, piles are driven deep into the ground to carry the load of the upcoming structure. These piles, though strong individually, need to work as a system. ensure stability

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8 Essential Techniques for Green and Energy-Efficient Building Design

UK Construction Blog

The post 8 Essential Techniques for Green and Energy-Efficient Building Design appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Passive House Performance Standards A “Passive House” refers to a highly energy-efficient building that minimizes energy consumption through the use of passive design strategies.

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Boeing taps Jacobs for $1.8B St. Louis campus expansion

Construction Dive

The Arlington, Virginia-based company tapped Jacobs to deliver design, engineering and environmental services for a 1.1-million-square-foot million-square-foot build-out. Louis,” said Webb, who noted the facility will feature advancements in digital design and manufacturing. Louis, according to a June 5 news release.