Advantages of Precast Concrete Manholes for Sewer Systems

Advantages of Precast Concrete Manholes for Sewer Systems

Brief  Manholes made from precast concrete offer several advantages for sewer systems, including the ability to place the manholes at depths of 500 feet or greater, RJ Frometa writes. Concrete also resists corrosion and offers watertight construction when coated with...
This Tiny House Opens up Like a Flower

This Tiny House Opens up Like a Flower

Brief  The Permanent Camping 2 two-story tiny home boasts external sides that open up the home to the outdoors. The design allows the home to completely close when not in use, while also protecting the dwelling from the harsh Australian climate.   Insight...
Q&A: A Better Choice than Wi-Fi for Construction

Q&A: A Better Choice than Wi-Fi for Construction

Brief The frequencies used in ordinary Wi-Fi face difficulty penetrating concrete on large construction sites, but there is a more viable alternative. In an interview, Insight Enterprises’ Rob Parsons explores the promise and challenges of Citizens Broadband...
Asymmetrical Tower Wears Core on the Outside

Asymmetrical Tower Wears Core on the Outside

Brief  Rising to a height of 359.8 m, the Hanking Center stands out even in the skyscraper-packed Shenzhen, China, thanks to its extraordinary form. The asymmetrical tower is defined by a detached core that allows for greater flexibility inside.   Insight  Rising...
Advances plan for Canadian hyperloop

Advances plan for Canadian hyperloop

Brief Hyperloop company TransPod is rounding up private funding after completing a feasibility study of a link between Calgary and Edmonton in Alberta. TransPod expects an initial investment of about $810 million for the next project phase, which involves research and...
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