Steel frame and flooring options
This post was originally published on this site Composite Concrete Floors Our favourite type of solution for a steel frame is a composite concrete floor,…
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Avoiding Piled Foundations. Why they are needed and how we avoid them.
This post was originally published on this site Piled foundations are commonly given as the worst-case scenario and generally avoided because of the access, vehicles,…
The case of the 3-legged stool. Avoiding over-design in Structural Engineering.
This post was originally published on this site Believe it or not, less is sometimes more in Structural Engineering; the skill is in knowing when.…
Designing Efficient Mezzanines: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes When Adding Load
This post was originally published on this site We have been working with a fit-out contractor who take an existing building and turn it into…
What is an Arboricultural Survey and why do I need one?
This post was originally published on this site What’s an Arboricultural Survey and why do I need one? At SWJ Consulting, we often work with…
Loose Bar vs Mesh Reinforcement: Time, Material & Environmental Considerations
This post was originally published on this site When specifying reinforcement for concrete slabs, one of the most common questions we encounter is whether to…
Updated: SWJ’s Top Structural Warranty Providers
This post was originally published on this site Updated: Our recommendations for Structural Warranty Providers This article was originally published in May 2020 and has…
The difference between Alternative Tender Bids and Value Engineering
This post was originally published on this site Understanding the Difference Between Value Engineering and Alternative Tender Bids Cost is a major factor when planning…
The Benefits of Alternative Tender Bid from SWJ Consulting
This post was originally published on this site Maximising Savings and Efficiency At SWJ Consulting, we understand that having a fresh perspective on your project…
Access Platforms for Wastewater Treatment
This post was originally published on this site When designing for wastewater and treatment plants SWJ are often asked to design the access platforms required…