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Today, I was in Eastleigh for the groundbreaking of a 17-storey commercial building that recently received county approval. On my way to the site, I came across this slender structure, which got me thinking: - Is this an extension of the adjacent building? - Is it a standalone structure? - How tall is it planned to go? - Are there any limits on the ratio of plan length to width in such designs? - How might this structure perform under lateral forces like wind or earthquakes, particularly along the weaker axis? Curious to hear your thoughts!"

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Update for Villa 1120 - RCC foundation steel and shuttering work is in progress. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to build excellence! #projectupdate #constructionjourney #jabelalihills #foundationwork #buildingexcellence #civilengineering #dubaidevelopment #constructiongoals #followus

I took this picture because I think that the skill, the brute force, the technology required to keep the sides of this hole from caving in on itself is truly impressive. But, when I look at it now, I just see it as an illustration of why underground parking spaces are so expensive. 📷 A several storey deep hole being excavated by heavy machinery in downtown Hamilton, with huge steel cross-braces supporting the walls. #Construction #Parking #UndergroundParking #Condos #ResidentialConstruction #HamOnt #RandomMusings

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New light gauge steel structure at Napiershall Street

Did you know that concrete has been the most popular building material throughout history, with its ancient roots traced back to the Roman Pantheon and Nabataea traders? MORE FUN FACTS ABOUT CONCRETE: Hoover Dam: When it was built, the Hoover Dam claimed the title of the largest concrete structure ever created, boasting over 3.25 cubic yards of concrete and utilizing impressive cofferdams[1][6]. Grand Coulee Dam: Currently holding the record as the largest concrete structure globally, the Grand Coulee Dam utilizes a staggering 11,975,521 cubic yards of concrete – a stark comparison to the 66.5 cubic yards used in the average modern house. Concrete, standing the test of time!

Reinforcing the ceiling of the top floor is an essential step before constructing the new roof. These steel girders would support the new loads which are transferred from walls and columns of the new apartments of the roof top.

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Hey Richmond! Guess what...I'm back!! for a few months anyway. The good folks at Brayman Construction and myself are working to replace a bridge for VDOT in Chesterfield. While we're here, if anyone is looking for partners on there next GC, DB, structure or concrete related work, I'd love to sit down and learn more about the opportunity. However, in the words of Billy Mays, "Wait, there's more!" If you're adding a new skyscraper to the RVA skyline, Brayman can help you with your foundations and ground improvement. Hanging Iron? I know a group that can give you an Advantage! Working in the port and need some dive help? SUS can hook you right up! Regardless of your challenge, Brayman is the right partner to help you finish your job on time and on budget. Brayman. You're partner from the ground up.