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Engineers File Note 9
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Civil & Structural Supplement
Series
Engineers File Note
Abstract
Designing innovative forms of reinforced brickwork is always challenging. When a brick manufacturer decided to rebuild an office building, the opportunity to do just this proved irresistible. The building envelope exploited diaphragm walling and reinforced brickwork was used in a balcony beam and in the main staircase as well as for 1 metre high external retaining walls.
History
This document is no longer available from the original publisher, therefore the status is unconfirmed.
Subjects
- Walls/masonry/cavity walls
- Building structure
Publisher History
The Brick Development Association produce specialist books and other publications relating to the design and specification of bricks and brickwork.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
Accuris
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