Posts tagged with 'building envelope'
Expansion and Contraction Joints in Concrete Construction
A discussion on how reinforced concrete must be designed and constructed to accommodate the inevitable movements that will take place. Read more
Connections in construction: reinforced concrete frames
Holding concrete structures together securely, connecting joints between slabs and transferring loads throughout the structure is the job of steel rebar couplers, reinforcement continuity systems, stud rails and shear dowels. Read more
Architectural Trends in Brickwork
In urban landscapes sometimes dominated by steel and glass, beautifully formed, gravity-defying brick facades can really grab the attention and provide a refreshing, sometimes challenging, contrast to the architectural vernacular. Read more
Suspended brickwork: four ways to create attractive soffits
Deep reveals and soffits are an increasingly popular design feature that add an extra depth and dimension to masonry façades. Creating these effects can be key to the aesthetics of the building but can pose engineering problems. We uncover four ways to suspend brickwork in our latest article. Read more
What is a thermal bridge? How can thermal bridging be minimised?
Energy efficiency is becoming increasingly important in today’s building designs and the thermal performance of the insulated building envelope is a key design consideration. Read more
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Leviat Introduces A1-Rated Non-combustible Insulation Retaining Clip for High-Rise Projects
Leviat, global leader in engineered construction solutions, has launched the Ancon A1-ST1 insulation retaining clip, a new non-combustible, A1-rated solution specifically designed to fit the Ancon ST1 heavy duty wall tie widely used in high-rise buildings.
Leviat Sponsors Concrete Society Awards 2025
Leviat is delighted to announce its continued sponsorship of the popular Concrete Society Awards for 2025, taking place on Wednesday 12th November, at London’s Royal Lancaster Hotel.