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A beginner’s guide to GRC

Glassfibre-reinforced concrete has been taking the architectural world by storm over the last ten years or so. It matches the strength of traditional steel-reinforced concrete while weighing only 20% as much, and it can be pre-fabricated into complex shapes off-site. Image Credit The breakthrough was delayed because ordinary glass fibres are degraded by the lime […]

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Explaining Diamond Cuts

Think a diamond only comes in one shape? Well, think again. If you’re in the market for a shiny piece of bling, then you’ll need to know exactly what you’re looking for. Here are some of the different available shapes when you’re shopping for diamonds:

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Who was St Patrick?

We have all heard of St Patrick’s Day – it is on 17 March every year – and the majority of us know that he is the patron saint of Ireland, but what else do we know about St Patrick? Let’s take a look at some interesting facts and figures surrounding this saint.

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DEFRA’s role in approving fuels

Under the Clean Air Act of 1993, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) is responsible for approving all types of fuel which are used in smoke control areas. Such fuels are rigorously tested according to a strict set of criteria, and in order for fuels to gain DEFRA approval, their manufacturers have […]