A Structure is Only as Strong as its Weakest Link

Hawkins Built environment expert Jolyon Antill discusses structural engineering design and relevant design issues.

Bye Bye Bamboo: Why Hong Kong is Phasing Out Traditional Scaffolding

Patrick Walsh discusses why Hong Kong are phasing out traditional bamboo scaffolding

Decorative Laminates

This article discusses some of the common problems that cause laminates and their underlying substrates to become ‘unbalanced’.

Investigating Railway Collisions

Collisions involving trains and trams result in damage to vehicles and personal injuries, with consequential effects on service delivery and lost revenue.

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Digital Forensic Investigations

Digital Forensic Investigator discusses the impact Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning have on digital forensic investigations.

Leaking Pipes & Cylinders: Common Themes Between Industry & Airing Cupboard

Philippa reflects on some of the common themes that can lead to leaks and failures; from high integrity industrial sites to the pipework in your home airing cupboard.

Concrete – Hard Lessons

Jamie Paterson discusses the issues found within reinforced concrete and how they affect the durability and life-expectancy of reinforced concrete buildings.

Beware the Repair

Second-hand domestic appliances can appeal to the budget-conscious, environmentally-minded, or bargain lovers alike. Facebook Marketplace, Gumtree and eBay, all offer inexpensive used appliances; however, these appliances come with no guarantees and no certainty over the provenance of the appliance.

Open Plan Office Acoustics (BS ISO 22955)

This insight aims to give guidance in the design and construction of open office space for acoustics and its cognitive effects.

Defining Spaces in Public Address and Voice Alarm System Design

Voice Alarm Systems must be designed and perform to the minimum requirements set out in British Standards.