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£270m race for HS2 automated shuttle system

Construction Enquirer

HS2 also confirmed tendering for the £150m main infrastructure works package on the elevated transit system will start later next year. The APM will move passengers and visitors between HS2’s Interchange Station, the NEC, Birmingham International rail station and Birmingham Airport. ​

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Top 10 Construction Companies in the USA

CivilJungle

London Airport. Dubai International Airport. Construction of Abu Dhabi International Airport. Construction of Sky Harbour International Airport. Construction of Miami International Airport Northside runway. Construction of Alaska International Airport. Riyadh Metro, Saudi. Sydney Metro, Australia.

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STRUCTURAL USES OF PRECAST CONCRETE

The Constructor

Use of Precast Concrete in frames: There are two main types of precast building frame. The structural frame consists of slabs, beams and columns. Structural frames are mainly used for offices, car parks and retail developments. The cross-wall frame consists of floor slabs and solid walls. It is used mainly for hotels, schools and hospitals.

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TYPES OF PRECAST CONCRETE CLADDING & FEATURES

The Constructor

This allows a greater performance from the cladding panel than simple building enclosure. Panels can be manufactured in many shapes and sizes, but mainly they are either storey height spanning from floor to floor, or spandrel panels forming a sill wall beneath windows.

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TYPES OF CRACKS IN CONCRETE BEAMS

The Constructor

Cracks parallel to main steel in case of corrosion in beams 4. Cracks in concrete beams due to increased shear stress 2. Cracks in concrete beams due to corrosion or insufficient concrete cover 3. Cracks due to increased bending stress in beams 5.

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HYBRID CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUE AND STRUCTURAL.

The Constructor

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FACTORS CONSIDERED FOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

The Constructor

Aim should be to reduce the consumption of energy resources and still create an efficient structure. Factors that affect construction project Site selection is mainly based on two factors: 1. Factors concerning before construction of the project 2.