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𝐏𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐦: A plinth beam is a reinforced concrete beam constructed at or above the ground level of a building, i.e. between the wall and its foundation. Plinth beam is provided to prevent the extension or propagation of cracks from the foundation into the wall above when the foundation suffers from settlement. Plinth beams distributes the load of the wall over the foundation evenly. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴: 1. Load Distribution 2. Lateral Stability 3. Prevention of Dampness 4. Support for Walls 5. Leveling 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀: Hamza Khan Managing Director, Beacon Developments 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀𝗔𝗽𝗽/𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹: 0303-5108424 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀: Instagram: https://lnkd.in/d_SDDDUV Facebook: https://lnkd.in/dHxm5nJF #PlinthBeam #StructEng #BuildDes #ConstTips #LoadDist #WallSupp #LatStab #MoistBarrier #BuildSci #Arch #CivilEng #FoundDes #SlabGrade #CostEff #LowRise #SimpleStruct #BuildCode #SafetyFirst #EngrApprvd #Built2Last #DreamHome

Temporary work, lasting impact 💪 Although not something that the public often thinks about, temporary works engineering is an art unto itself…and an important part of the construction process! Then again, we might be biased 😏 ASPECT is providing temporary works engineering on several projects across North America, including the 212 Saskatchewan Crescent East multi-unit residential development in Saskatoon! On this project, we’re working closely with the impressive installers at Beam Craft, outlining an installation sequencing strategy and designing a comprehensive temporary bracing plan. Due to the very tight site, and the use of multi-storey CLT core wall panels, we have made careful sequencing and bracing considerations for this construction site. 🏗 And that’s on ✨stability✨ Beam Craft | Kalesnikoff| ISL| Oxbow Architecture | Ryland Hunter |14North Construction Ltd. - Saskatoon | F3 Timber Technologies #MassTimber #TemporaryWorks #TemporaryWorksDesign #TallTimber #TimberBuildings #StructuralEngineering

A ‘hole’ lot of fun in Biggleswade 🏗️ A week ago our very own @HollyPeirson attended a site in Biggleswade where ground investigation works in the form of 3 trial holes were being undertaken. 🥅 Holly’s goal: To assess the condition, depth, and type of existing foundations in preparation for a proposed extension adjacent to the current structure. 🕳️ What’s a trial hole you ask? Trial holes are typically hand excavated pits next to existing foundations, this allows us to examine localised areas and determine foundation depth and composition. This crucial step helps us understand potential impacts on existing structures and adapt our designs accordingly. 🧠 What did Holly learn? Holly was able to gain valuable insight into the existing foundation at the site in Biggleswade. The investigation revealed masonry strip foundations approx. 1.0m below ground level, aligning with the building’s age and usage. With careful planning, our new foundations will be set at 0.75m in depth, avoiding the need for underpinning. We will also allow for a ground bearing slab which will be supported by the underlaying sandy soil which will be situated adjacent to the existing building, the reason behind this will be to minimise any surcharge risks. We adopt this proactive approach to enable us to refine our designs at the pre-construction stage, saving time, costs and reducing environmental impact. 🤔 Still wondering if you should have a ground investigation? Whilst there is an initial small upfront cost to having a ground investigation it is an investment that pays off. By possessing this information, we are able to design more efficient foundations, which in turn will save you and your client money PLUS reduce embodied carbon! 🌱 By understanding the soil beneath our feet, we are able to build a stronger, more sustainable future. #Construction #Engineering #SiteVisit #GroundInvestigation #SubstructureDesign

TREVIICOS’ scope of work for the 4B Phase of the MGH Cambridge Street project at Massachusetts General Hospital’s main campus in Boston included the construction of 92,130 sf of 36” thick perimeter reinforced concrete #slurryWall and interior LBE’s which serve as temporary support of excavation, permanent #foundation walls and interior foundation elements for the proposed below-grade building foundation and garage. The slurry wall was constructed adjacent to the active Parkman Street garage, just to the West of the site. Subsurface conditions consisted of Fill, Organic Deposits, Glaciofluvial, Marine Clay, Glacial Till and Bedrock (Cambridge Argillite). The groundwater level was found about 8 to 10 ft below ground surface.

Progress report: Hillside Home, Buckinghamshire. We’re a third of the way through our 15-month programme for Mullery Architects The 6,500 sq ft pavilion-style home will nestle into the sloped site, and because of its partially subterranean design, there’s been weeks of site preparation and excavation. ✅ Demolition, clearance, waste management and repurposing ✅ Site set-up ✅ Groundworks, retaining walls and foundations for lower levels, including pool ✅ Basement section construction and waterproofing As you can see, the site is steep, so our programme focuses on the lower levels first to ensure each level is safe and accessible for plant, materials and equipment. #CivilEngineering #Demolition #Groundworks

TREVIICOS’ scope of work for the 4B Phase of the MGH Cambridge Street project at Massachusetts General Hospital’s main campus in Boston included the construction of 92,130 sf of 36” thick perimeter reinforced concrete #slurryWall and interior LBE’s which serve as temporary support of excavation, permanent #foundation walls and interior foundation elements for the proposed below-grade building foundation and garage. The slurry wall was constructed adjacent to the active Parkman Street garage, just to the West of the site. Subsurface conditions consisted of Fill, Organic Deposits, Glaciofluvial, Marine Clay, Glacial Till and Bedrock (Cambridge Argillite). The groundwater level was found about 8 to 10 ft below ground surface.

We have been working with construction debris in building construction for a few years now. Here is one storyboard of images capturing the process of converting this waste resource (an oxymoron) into the built. Used in the foundation pcc, below the floors, in plaster, block masonry, mortars, cast in-situ walls, and filter blocks in roofs, this reprocessed waste is in nearly every element of the civil work. It is ironic that what came from other construction and broken down buildings is now a critical building block of these structures. It is waste no more. #igh #initiativeforgreenhabitats #ighbuild #constructiondebris #wastetowealth #wastenomore #debris #debrisconcrete #mudconcretewalls #debrisblocks #debrisblockhouse #sustainablearchitecture #sustainablebuilding #debrishome #debrisbuilding #resourcesensitivity https://lnkd.in/gQDaMaiG

The Sun 🌞 is shining on the crew and there loving it. Bring on summer please 🙏. Having the sun out sure puts a smile on everyone’s face and probably a couple extra units in the wall as well 🤣💪💪🧱🧱 MASONRY magazine MASONRY STRONG WOODBURNS DONT BUILD WITH MATCH STICKS THE 3 LITTLE PIGS - #constructionindustry #construction #projectmanagement #buildingconstruction

Underpinning and support of the excavation (SOE) system project 🤓 : 🔷Keller North America was tasked with designing and constructing the underpinning and support of the excavation (SOE) system for a new downtown Salt Lake City apartment complex. The project involved building a seven-story apartment complex with below-grade parking, replacing an existing parking lot. The challenge was the limited space due to adjacent structures and the need for precise movement control during construction. 🔔Keller’s solution included : ✅ Underpinning and SOE System : They installed soldier piles, lagging, jet grout underpinning, and tieback anchors on three sides of the excavation. ✅ Jet-Grouted Soilcrete Columns : These columns provided earth retention and supported adjacent foundations. ✅ Polyurethane Foam : Used to minimize concrete usage where the gap between old and new structures was larger. ✅Monitoring : GEO-Instruments tracked vertical and horizontal movements during construction, ensuring minimal deformation of adjacent structures 🏗️🌟. #Construction #Engineering #UrbanDevelopment #Excavation #StructuralSupport #Underpinning #SaltLakeCity #Architecture #HistoricPreservation #BuildingSafety #InnovativeDesign #CivilEngineering #ProjectManagement 💻 🌐