All articles tagged with #cladding
Originally Published 20 days ago — by BBC
A construction industry leader criticizes the government's plan to turn fire safety guidance into law, arguing it is too lenient and allows risky materials, potentially compromising fire safety in buildings, despite government claims of clarity and safety improvements. The consultation on the new law ends in December, with legislation expected in 2026.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Jalopnik
The Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo, a wagon with SUV-like styling due to cladding and a slight lift, can be easily modified to remove the cladding, resulting in a sleek and sporty look. With just a few alignment pins to fill in, the wagon's unique bumper designs and side skirts can be retained, and the adjustable air suspension allows for easy adjustment of the ride height. This modification offers a solution for those who prefer a more traditional wagon appearance for the electric longroof.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Families affected by the Grenfell Tower fire have visited the site of the recent fatal blaze in Valencia, expressing concerns about the cladding used in the Spanish building, which may be similar to the type implicated in the Grenfell disaster. Construction images suggest the use of cladding panels made by the Spanish multinational Alucoil, with one type known to be highly combustible and no longer marketed. Experts note similarities in the fire's rapid spread and the cladding's behavior to that of the Grenfell fire. The Valencia fire has reignited fears about the use of potentially hazardous cladding in buildings, prompting calls for improved fire safety regulations.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
A fire in a high-rise apartment block in Valencia, Spain has resulted in four deaths and up to 15 people missing. The cause of the fire is unknown, but experts suggest that cladding on the building's exterior may have enabled the rapid spread of the blaze. Firefighters have been unable to access the upper floors due to high temperatures, and drones are aiding in the search for missing residents. The building, constructed in 2008-09, had 138 apartments, and the developer filed for bankruptcy five years later.