Due to increased activity in the building sector over the last decade or so, local authorities have laid down strict guidelines for developers who wish to construct new projects on existing non-developed land. No longer can collected stormwater be discharged openly into the existing drainage network. All developments of scale now have to contain their…
Protecting structural steel is essential to the fire safety of a building, and with a complex picture around testing standards for different steel elements in various situations, accurate specification from the initial stages is essential. Steel structures form the backbone of modern architecture, offering unparalleled strength and versatility in construction. Yet, despite being a non-combustible…
DUNKETTLE INTERCHANGE – INTERCHANGE UPGRADE Dunkettle Interchange is a junction close to Cork City where four major roads converge. It has caused considerable congestion for several years, so a multi-million Euro upgrade project to improve the situation, including removal of the existing traffic light system, was completed over a three-year period. The construction works included…
Irish residential projects face a simple reality: heavier rainfall can overwhelm undersized guttering, particularly on taller or denser developments where run-off is concentrated. Getting roof drainage right first time makes the difference between smooth handovers and costly call-backs. Wavin, one of Ireland’s leading suppliers of plumbing and drainage solutions, offers a choice of six rainwater…
Today, Kilsaran, Ireland’s leading independent manufacturer of construction materials, launched their new precast production facility in Arthurstown, close to Kill in Co Kildare. The new facility marks a significant move to address Ireland’s growing need for residential units and represents Kilsaran’s continued commitment to building for the future. It is the largest twin wall precast plant ever commissioned in…