Steel box sections offer some surprising benefits when used in construction – and it’s not just about the overall strength of steel. Of course that’s an important part, and the cross-section shapes of square box sections, rectangular box sections and...
The process of galvanising steel was first patented by Sorel in 1836 and has since come to be one of the most prominent methods of steel protection used in society. The trade off between stainless steel and galvanised steel has long been a topic of debate of those...
King post retaining walls are fast, cheap and easy to install, making them a popular choice for general retention purposes. A king post retaining wall consists of a number of king posts – steel columns installed vertically like fence posts – and usually...
Underfloor insulation not only retains heat, but can also reduce the passage of noise from the storey above, making it an important addition to floors including those constructed using steel joists. Other benefits of underfloor insulation for steel joist floors...
Steel reinforced concrete is used in almost every new structure built today, from homes and workplaces, to infrastructure like bridges and transport hubs. But why is it so popular, and what are the unique properties of steel reinforced concrete that make it stand out...
