The Impact of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)
It should come as no surprise that as the global population grows, so does our need for natural resources and arable land to sustain life, not just for our generation but for generations to come.
Since the publication of the…
Employee Spotlight: Kevin Jospeh, Structural Engineer
Kevin Joseph talks to us about what inspired him to become a chartered structural engineer, his day-to-day routine at HLN Engineering and his thoughts on the industry.
Tell me a bit about yourself.
I’ve been in…
What is Underpinning?
Much like beam design, underpinning is an area of structural engineering that is rarely discussed outside of professional circles.
A major and often costly procedure, it pays to know the facts and what you are letting…
Tips for Choosing a Structural Engineering Company
Whether you have plans to knock down a wall in your kitchen or extend a commercial property, you will need to solicit the services of a reputable structural engineering company.
The trouble is, which one do you pick? …
Engineering 101: Structural Design and Structural Analysis
Structural engineers ensure that structures such as buildings, tunnels and bridges can withstand the various pressures and stresses placed upon them, as a result of human use and external factors such as the weather and natural…
A Short Guide to Beam Design
Beam design is practically unheard of outside of professional circles, yet it is one of the most important elements of a building’s design.
Beams come in various different forms and serve a variety of functions. …
Do I Need a Structural Engineer?
A structural engineer practices the art of building design, construction and maintenance. With a focus on strength and durability, structural engineers ensure that buildings are designed to cope with environmental stresses and…
CUBRIC Building, Cardiff University
Cardiff is Home to a Number of Incredible Buildings
‘Insectal’-one of a few words used to describe Cardiff’s cityscape. Indeed, when viewed from a distance, a small number of the buildings and landmarks that punctuate…
