REVIEWS
New Released Water Engineering Books – January 2021
In this monthly update we will give you an overview of the best and most recent published books relevant to the civil engineering industry.Now introducing you to the top 4 latest releases in January 2021 which are related to a variety of topics such as: fluid...
The Benefits of EPS Geofoam: Role of Geofoam in the Evolution of the Modern Construction Industry
Brief Lightweight and durable expanded polystyrene geofoam is proving to be a useful alternative to traditional fill materials for concrete construction, writes Saloni Walimbe. The multifunctional material can be used for roadways, stadiums, thermal insulation and...
Hydrodemolition: Benefits of Hydrodemolition for Noise-Restricted Construction Sites
Brief Hydrodemolition robots are being used to break down old structures while generating much less harmful noise than pneumatic and other alternatives. The robot still generates noise -- about as much as a passing motorcycle -- but use of a rubber hood over the site...
No-fines Concrete (NFC): Concrete that Works Fine without any Sand
Brjief No-fines concrete, or NFC, is strengthened with single-sized coarse aggregates that are bound by a thin layer of cement paste. NFC is primarily used for load-bearing, cast-in-place external walls or for concrete floors. Insight No-fines concrete (NFC) is...
Tech 101: Blockchain’s Benefits for Construction
Construction Dive’s series, Tech 101, provides quick, top-line information about emerging construction technology on topics such as digital twins, laser scanning and exoskeletons. What type of tools would you like a primer on? Email...
World’s Seventh Tallest Building Comes to Life with BIM
We look at one of the world’s newest and tallest skyscrapers, recently revealed by SOM, Ronald Lu & Partners and ECADI.We look at one of the world’s newest and tallest skyscrapers, recently revealed by SOM, Ronald Lu & Partners and ECADI. With a height of...
How 3D printing could Change the Way our Homes are Built
The way the buildings we live and work in are created is changing.Over the last few years 3D printing has generated a lot of interest when it comes to the built environment. From computer-generated modeling, to the use of electric vehicles on construction sites, the...
Concrete Slabs with Bubbles? How Biaxial Voided Slabs Work
In the dome of the Pantheon in Rome, several construction techniques were used to allow such a bold construction to stand. One concerns the composition of the concrete (in this case, non-reinforced concrete) with different densities throughout the structure. Closer to...
HVAC Contractors Should Be Tracking Field Productivity
Tracking duct installations in the field can help HVAC contractors save labor and manage costs.Warren Buffett once remarked, “Only when the tide goes out do you discover who has been swimming naked.” He was referring to the financial crises of 2008-2009 when many Wall...