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Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction

UK Construction Blog

The post Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. What Are Light Steel Frame Systems? Light steel frame systems are innovative construction methods that utilize thin sheets of steel, known as cold-formed steel, for building structures.

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Transform Your Garage: Essential Upgrades for DIY Vehicle Maintenance

UK Construction Blog

An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively. Build or purchase a bench 36-40 inches high with a solid hardwood or metal top that can withstand heavy tools and parts. Install wall-mounted pegboards or slatwall systems to hang frequently used tools within easy reach.

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Understanding Types of Cranes

UK Construction Blog

Cranes are machines that lift and carry items that are too heavy for people, to places that those people aren’t physically able to carry them. Types of cranes Because there are so many industries that have their own requirements and methods of lifting, there needs to be an array of crane styles and categories to cater for them.

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Your Complete Guide to Kentledge Blocks (Kelly Blocks)

Maltaward

These aren’t just heavy-duty concrete blocks; they’re precision-engineered products designed with specific weight distributions, lifting points, and connection systems to maximise stability whilst maintaining practicality and safety. Where Can Kentledge Blocks Be Used? Why Use Maltaward Kelly Blocks?

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Construction Site Hearing Issues: How Noise Damages Workers’ Health & Prevention Tips

UK Construction Blog

Picture yourself walking past a bustling construction site – the thunderous roar of jackhammers, the grinding whir of power tools, and the rumble of heavy machinery create a symphony of industrial chaos. Heavy machinery dominates the noise landscape with bulldozers producing 85-95 decibels during earth-moving operations.

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The Los Angeles County Museum of Art: Enormous Complexity Under a Veil of Simplicity

ENR Construction

The building can move 5 ft laterally in any direction thanks to a state-of-the-art seismic protection system with 56 base isolators. Photo courtesy of Clark Construction Solutions Driven Demolition began when the pandemic hit, then foundation work followed in 2021. We were monitoring the foundations daily.

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A New Era of Bridge Construction Technology Lands in the U.S.

Civil + Structural Engineer

Cast-in-place offers proven durability but often entails time-intensive labor, while precast solutions, despite being rapidly deployable, grapple with transportation challenges and maintenance concerns. It arrives on-site without the heavy concrete so that its cast-in-place.