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Wates to finish Tolent’s Vaux job in Sunderland

Construction Enquirer

The structural frames, floor slabs, and external walls for the new apartment blocks have been assembled by light gauge steel framing specialist Sigmat, which recommenced work on site in May and is due to complete this element of the development next month. It is estimated the project will cost around £24m to finish.

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Light at the End of the Tunnel

Civil + Structural Engineer

In fact, the storm drain system is about 100 years old. Minneapolis development combined with increased rainfall brings more water into the system, which heightens the pressure on the tunnel. Clover and his team would also need a way to finish the concrete after the drum shaped it. Michael, Minnesota, won the bid for the job.

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Moresby Hall A595 Roadway Embankment Repair Project  

Civil + Structural Engineer

The goal was to rebuild the roadway embankments and integrate a new drainage system, thereby facilitating long-term improvements and reducing maintenance needs for the A595. A lightweight yet strong system that could also support a vegetated finish was essential.

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How Well Do You Know Paint and Sealant Techniques? Test Your Skills

Construction Specifier

This week’s quiz is from Advanced techniques: Paint and sealant application. While painting and sealing may seem like simple finishing steps, they play a vital role in defending structures against weather and wear. Why is spray painting considered an economically viable painting technique in construction? *

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Call for Entries: North American Copper in Architecture Awards 2024

Civil + Structural Engineer

Presented by the Copper Development Association (CDA), the NACIA awards celebrate projects across the United States and Canada that feature architectural copper and copper alloys, including roof systems, façades, and wall systems, as well as custom-fabricated elements. The streamlined process is available at copper.org.

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How Well Do You Know Aluminum Fenestration Finishes?

Construction Specifier

This week’s quiz is from Aluminum-framed fenestration: A guide to specifying paints and coatings. While selecting a color may be the starting point, the finish applied to commercial windows, curtain wall, storefront, and entrances does far more than define appearance—it also protects against corrosion, UV exposure, and environmental wear.

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BILCO Unveils New Flood-Tight Access Door to Withstand 30-foot Head of Water

Civil + Structural Engineer

BILCO has manufactured the door in response to customer demand for a product that can withstand a wall of water up to 30 feet. Eight subway tunnels were submerged in the wake of the storm, and the nation’s busiest subway system sustained the worst damage in its 123-year history. billion in damages related to Superstorm Sandy.