The Library of Birmingham has been included in a new set of first class stamps issued by Royal Mail. The set celebrates 10 iconic buildings built in the last 20 years which represent the ‘renaissance of contemporary architecture’ in the…
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The engineering-best friend of developers, architects, engineers and contractors – post-tensioning enables the construction and refurbishment of concrete structures; improving structural performance while also reducing construction time, costs, materials and environmental impact. But what is post-tensioning? Post-tensioning is a method…
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Post-Tensioning, Strengthening and Concrete Repair Client Transport for London Main Contractor Costain Value £20 million Works Commenced December 2014 Works Completed Summer 2015 PDF Download Hammersmith Flyover is an elevated roadway in West London which carries the A4 dual carriageway over…
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Prestressing specialist Freyssinet has supplied and installed the post-tensioning system on the new £429M Royal Liverpool University Hospital, which is being constructed adjacent to the existing hospital building and is due for completion in 2017. The project will be the largest all single-bed hospital in the…
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Freyssinet undertook a significant post-tensioning slab project at Southmead Hospital. Located in Bristol and owned by the North Bristol NHS Trust, the site was chosen for a major re-development and extension of its facilities in 2005, with several specialties and services…
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