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The QS Guide To Comparing Fire-Rated Glazing Tenders

It’s common practice when sourcing fire-rated glazing to request tenders from two or more suppliers. However, multiple fire-rated glazing tenders can appear comparable while actually being based on different assumptions about performance, tested evidence, installation responsibility and approval risk. For…
Fire-rated glazing being used on a commercial project after the QS compared which tender provided the best value to the company.

How To Choose The Right Type Of Cladding For Your Project

Cladding selection can change the cost, evidence requirements and installation sequence behind the external finish of a building. Quantity surveyors comparing different types of cladding systems therefore need to review the complete façade build-up, including the outer panel, the cavity…