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Construction World - February 2005

February 2005

Optimum safety and control: Introducing the GWS 24-230 JBX large angle grinder from Bosch. See page 14.

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BAM breakthrough clearing financial reporting boundaries
Dynamic reporting methods using business activity management (BAM) approaches can provide significantly improved access to information on company performance
Solar icon for northern skyline
On completion at the end of 2005, Manchester's CIS Tower will be the largest solar clad structure in Europe. It's the most ambitious project to date in the UK's drive to improve building energy efficiency and lower carbon dioxide emissions across Britain
Local government behind new retail hub
The Umlazi Mega City, a new 28 000m2 retail development under construction outside Durban, is expected to generate annual consumer spending in excess of R400m whilst providing positive spin-offs for the local community
On the road to recovery
Group Five's Roads & Earthworks operation has started the year on a positive note with a R177m contract awarded by SANRAL and is well placed to make solid gains under the helm of recently appointed MD, Johan de Witt
Monitoring construction vibrations
Construction vibrations can harmfully affect surrounding buildings or even the curing of concrete, with its effects extending from mild annoyance to visible structural damage
Compaction in the 20th century
Purchasing and applying the correct compaction equipment hinges on critical issues surrounding the soil type being compacted, as well as specific contract requirements
Rugged hydraulics at sea
Specialised hydraulics provides the solution for the laying of an 80km string of sub-sea pipeline anchors off Australia's north-west coast
Smooth and precise grading with dual mode system
Cutting edge technology from Komatsu redefines grader performance with its dual mode transmission system
Best seller turns 40: Toyota's Dyna series leads MCV segment
Growing from a single petrol driven unit in 1965, today there are 10 Dyna derivatives on offer from 3 500kg to 8 500kg GVM, providing the widest possible choice in SA's highly competitive MCV line-up
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