ParkerSteel News
The machines are in place and testing has commenced ahead of the grand opening early next month.
Our cope, notch and drill line is the first of its kind in the UK and even by our standards, the results are amazing!
Here’s a sneak peak of the plant and machines in action...
Published: Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:21:14 +0000
Growth of commercial development activity for first time in nine months
March data pointed to a marked monthly expansion in total commercial development activity, that was the strongest in just over two years.
Improving trends in both private and public sector commercial development activity supported overall growth. Work on private contracts increased for the third month running, while public activity rose for the first time since February 2010.
Published: Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:14:06 +0000
We recently asked a number of our customers what improvements we could make to the ParkerSteel website. The one suggestion that kept coming up was for customers to request a post PIN number via email - and we listened. From now on, you no longer have to wait for us to send forgotten or lost PIN numbers in the post - by passing the security checks online, you can request your PIN instantly via email.
To request your PIN, enter the checkout phrase and click in the blue 'Forgotten PIN?' text next to the 'Pay by Account' button:
Published: Thu, 29 Mar 2012 14:59:38 +0000
There are now some incredible bulk savings at Direct from Dock. Discounts start at 50 tonnes, and the more you buy, the more you save!
For more information, click here.
Published: Mon, 26 Mar 2012 12:17:25 +0000
For the most comprehensive guide to the CE Marking of Structural Steelwork, click here.
This document gives guidance on the CE marking of structural steelwork. It applies to structural steel components that are manufactured as welded or non-welded fabrications. The components may be CE Marked individually or collectively as a kit.
The general guidance applies to structural steel components to be used in building construction. It can also be applied, with some modification, to components to be used in other construction applications including bridges.
To read more, click here.
Published: Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:49:54 +0000
The 2012 release of Advance Steel, the modelling and detailing system from Graitec, is able to run with or without AutoCAD for the first time, with full interoperability between both platforms.
Key enhancements include: the addition of more automatic connections; the option to group and control similar connections globally; the introduction of preliminary reference marks to better control, manage and trace elementsfrom creation through to manufacturing. A new BIM control centre has been introduced to better facilitate the exchange of project data between disciplines.
Click here for the GRAITEC Advance Steel 2012 PDF.
Published: Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:13:44 +0000
Big News! We've dropped our standard £32 delivery charge, and now offer FREE delivery on all online orders over £50!
For all the latest ParkerSteel news, follow us on Twitter @ParkerSteel.
Published: Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:58:41 +0000
Our recent helicopter trip over Shoreham was a great success - and we've decided to release some more incredible pictures of the port!
The last 6 months have seen the construction our new processing plant; set to be Europe's most advanced facility of it's kind. With work now almost complete - the grand opening in April - the structural steel world will never be the same again!
Published: Wed, 19 Oct 2011 16:37:26 +0000
The forth of the five Target Zero guides, covering medium to high rise office buildings, has been published and is available for download in pdf format at www.targetinfo.info. The report will be invaluable to those responsible for the design of offices and demonstrates that the 2010 Part L compliance target of reducing operational carbon emissions by 25% is readily achievable using current best practice and without incurring any additional capital cost.
Published: Fri, 09 Sep 2011 15:35:02 +0000
Mandatory CE marking comes into force in the UK on 1st July 2014; at this point all fabricated structural steelwork has to be CE marked.
In the mean time, voluntary CE marking of fabricated steelwork started on the 1st January 2011.
Because we are considered a fabricator for CE marking purposes we will haveto install a FPC system (Factory Production control system). This is similar to the original requirements of ISO 9001. This is not an issue for us and we will begin the process of installing this system in the not to distant future.
All steel we have purchased for some while now is CE marked, as we only purchase material from mills that are CE compliant.
Steel is not actually CE marked’ as other materials and products’ are, but it is the documentation (test certificate) and the process system that any processing work carried out is approved to (FPC Factory Production Control System), that means that the material is deemed to be CE marked. The FPC will cover such processes as Cutting, Drilling and Coping / Notching.
Published: Fri, 05 Aug 2011 15:08:44 +0000
At ParkerSteel, no job is too big or too small. Take a look at one of the jobs we are currently doing on the saw and drill line: 914 x 419 x 399KG UB, some are 13.6m long, weighing 5.3 tonnes per piece.
Published: Fri, 27 May 2011 12:34:30 +0000
The use of timber frames in construction has come under a great deal of scrutiny in recent years as a series of high profile fires have caused significant damage. Many of the fires have been caught on video and are available on the Internet. They have also been widely reported in the construction press and on the television.
On 17th December, the BBC carried a story at http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-12013133 which summarises the publication of a London Assembly report which includes the phrase: There is a crisis of confidence about the safety of tall and timber-framed buildings, and the government and construction industry must act now to tighten regulations and reduce fire risk.
Click here to view full report
Published: Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:26:06 +0000
The cost gap between steel and concrete as framing materials is bigger thanit has ever been, according to the latest independent Cost Comparison study. Steel frames have consistently been proven to be faster to build andmore cost effective than reinforced concrete alternatives. The cost differential between the average steel and concrete options is actually wider now than it was in 1995 when the steel options were £12.10/m² cheaper they are now £47.55/m² cheaper. The latest survey, using second quarter 2010 figures, shows the concrete frame and floor options cost an average of £160.36/m² compared to the average steel cost ofonly £112.81/m². The study considers a number of steel and concrete framing options for two typical office buildings. The design, programming and costs are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect modern practice by a team including Davis Langdon, Arup and MACE. The detailed results are available at www.steelconstruction.org/compare
Published: Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:31:34 +0000
There is a general perception that timber is the most sustainable construction material, and as such clients are beginning to seriously consider it as an alternative to steel in a number of areas of construction.
An investigation has been carried out by Corus into the claims made by the timber industry. This has established a number of facts,which can be used to counter claims in favour of wood over steel in construction.
These facts are listed in the attached report and can be used in situationswhere a timber frame is potentially being favoured over a steel equivalent.
Click Here to view full report
Published: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:12:46 +0000