New guidelines ring out the changes for noise
Changes to the World Health Organisation guidelines on noise mean that the impact of sound is becoming more important than ever. Anne Budd, a board member of the Association of Noise Consultants, gives an insight into some of the main points raised.
World’s first national standard for flood protection products launched
The new national standard for flood protection products (BS851188) is now available to buyers all around the world.
Grenfell Tower report blames cladding for fire’s spread
Phase 1 of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry report has blamed ACM cladding for the fire spreading and recommends every owner/manager of high-rise residential buildings be required by law to provide their local fire service with information about the design.
Protecting buildings from the effects of ice and freezing temperatures
Richard Walker, national technical and development manager at Peter Cox, offers some tips on protecting buildings from the effects of freezing weather.
Hackitt named government adviser on new Building Safety Regulator
Dame Judith Hackitt will provide independent advice to the government on how best to establish the powerful new Building Safety Regulator.
The case for sprinkler systems in schools
Tilden Watson, head of education at Zurich Municipal, outlines the case for making the installation of sprinkler systems mandatory in all new build and majorly refurbished schools.
Next generation of insulation: Lapolla FOAM-LOK FL2000
Explore the benefits of the UKs most innovative and revolutionary spray foam insulation system.
Guidance on stair width requirements for communal areas in flats
To ensure stair widths in communal areas are both safe and accessible, it is vital to consider all related guidance and not just one areas in isolation, says Premier Guarantee.
Fire and life safety-compliant facades
Alex Manning, associate director for fire and life safety at international consultancy AESG, discusses an event hosted by the firm looking at new guidance in the updated Approved Document B on the safe design of high-rise building facades.
Security secondary glazing: The unseen levels of security
Selectaglaze secondary glazing can provide an unseen level of security to any property. It creates a second barrier of protection from the inside that can prevent the most determined thief or protect the occupants from the effects of bomb blast.
The use of admixtures to waterproof concrete: Part 8
In his latest article, James McDonald of Cementaid looks at the issue of curing concrete, structural defects and the importance of knowing how to avoid problems occurring in the first place.
Metal and timber: Making the right connections
Moisture and acetic acid are the biggest threat to metals being used with timber. Richard White of BM TRADA explains the importance of correct specification.
Flood protection solutions for construction managers and developers
Aquobex looks at the issue of blending effective flood protection measures with building aesthetics
Integrating flood protection measures into a new property design is often quite a simple matter for architects and developers.
Elevation is the most common solution by raising finished floor levels (FFL) and entrances but protecting...
The way to recycle, reuse and upcycle through the building envelope
Simon Fielden, sales director at SFS, explains why upcycling is en vogue in construction, and how building envelopes can give old buildings a new lease of life
Recycle; refit; refurb; reuse; upcycle – often these are words seen around trendy topics like interiors, furniture and sustainability.
Indeed, this has...
