Construction Robots Becoming Commonplace

Construction Robots Becoming Commonplace

Brief  The use of robotics in construction has moved from an expensive novelty to an indispensable tool, writes Ian Harvey. Used regularly in everything from bricklaying to placing concrete, plans are underway to use robotics for major construction projects, like a...
What Is Hardscaping? Is It Sustainable?

What Is Hardscaping? Is It Sustainable?

Brief  Sustainable hardscaping may involve eco-friendly materials and a landscape layout that supports local wildlife and reduces pollution. This means there are ways to lower your impact on the environment without sacrificing your landscaping goals.   Insight...
Research Aims to Limit Barriers to Low-Carbon Concrete

Research Aims to Limit Barriers to Low-Carbon Concrete

Brief  Bailey Sparkes offers a look at global efforts to make concrete more sustainable, including Aalto University’s research to overcome the initial strength challenges of concrete containing blast furnace ash. Sparkes also explores produce rechargeable...
STUDY: Use of Nanomaterials can Improve RAC

STUDY: Use of Nanomaterials can Improve RAC

Brief  Deficits in the performance of recycled aggregate concrete, typically made from construction and demolition waste, has led researchers to examine the use of a variety of additives to improve strength and tensile properties. Ibtisam Abbasi reviews a series of...
An Overview of Structural Thermal Breaks

An Overview of Structural Thermal Breaks

Brief  Alyson Hallander, a product engineer for Schöck North America, offers an overview of structural thermal breaks, including the ways they curtail heat transmission, their challenges they present and the solutions available. Hallander also provides insight into...
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