James Brookes 10.04.24 Flashcards
St Monica: what is curtain walling?
Refer to other flashcards.
External envelope of building which is non structural but can support own weight. Could be infill panels, glazing panels, range of materials.
Monica: Why types of curtain walling are there?
Ref other flashcards (Sabrina, Guidebook)
Monica: What are typical costs of curtain walling?
Ref other flashcards/excel doc?
£750/m2
Monica: What are the advantages/disadvantages of curtain walling?
Advantages:
Aesthetic appeal and modern look.
Allows natural light to enter the building.
Lightweight compared to traditional walls.
Reduces construction time.
Disadvantages:
Higher cost.
Requires regular maintenance.
Potential for leaks if not properly installed.
Limited structural support.
Complex installation process.
Thermal insulation and soundproofing.
Monica: What type of curtain walling was proposed?
Stick system
Monica: What are the acoustic insulation levels recommended for residential internal walls?
Ref other flashcards
Monica: What Approved Document deals with sound insulation?
Approved Doc E - Sound Insulation
BM: What is a Chiller?
Ref Guidebook Flash Cards
A component of an …. AC System.
Powered by area which has own gas generators
Cools water in pipes which circulates within air ducts cooling the nearby air.
BM: Water penetration:
-Where did the problem occur?
-How is penetration prevented?
-How were designs/drawing developed?
-Drainage - what Approved Doc deals with underground drainage?
Refer to other flashcards (Experience justification?)
Approved Doc - ????
Firemen’s Cottages:
-How are piles measured?
-What is underpinning?
-How does underpinning work?
-What is the construction method for underpinning/the process?
Piles measured:
-in accordance with NRM 1 (Estimate/Cost Plan), then NRM 2 (Pricing Doc)
-Category nr ????
-Unit of measure - ????; details - ????; Associate items - ????
Method of underpinning: As other Flashcard (Experience Justification?)
however:
Works by bolstering/strengthening existing foundation:
-access and support provided to segments of foundation
-additional foundation support added
-refilling
-move to next segment
-proceed across whole length
etc
What considerations are required for paying for materials on or off-site?
Other flashcards
However:
Insurance in place
Segregated from other materials
On-site - delivered at appropriate time
Protected
Off-site - vesting certificate in place/required
Off-site - agreed to pay for by Client? [Listed Item]
Labelled with Project and Clients name.
No Retention of Title in effect.
