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Researchers at the SEAM Research Center have introduced new applications for Screw Extrusion Additive Manufacturing (SEAM), focusing on its use in construction. At the heart of this development is the Epic3D portal printer, a system capable of producing large-format plastic components for applications such as facade elements, fences, and gates. Using a continuous deposition process […]
New report highlights decarbonisation action and progress of global cement industry and the required government policies to accelerate net zero progress. Formal call for action from the cement and concrete industry to policymakers around the world to increase their support. Case studies from across the world highlight development of carbon capture, increasing use of alternative […]
Air New Zealand is months from moving into Hangar 4, which, once completed, will become one of the world’s largest single-span timber arch hangars. Standing ten storeys tall and nearly as wide as a rugby field, the hangar—which will eventually house the airline’s Auckland-based maintenance fleet—will be long enough to fit a Boeing 777, Dreamliner […]
David Connacher, Marketing Manager of West Fraser, discusses how inhabitant behaviour is integral to a building’s success and performance People spend 80-90%* of their time indoors so internal spaces and environments are incredibly important to quality of life and wellbeing. They can affect mental health and may trigger allergies; even the fact of […]
British Geological Survey research, commissioned by Historic Environment Scotland, reveals an opportunity to re-establish the Scottish building stone market in order to maintain the country’s historic buildings. For centuries, Scotland’s identity has been closely linked to its stone-built heritage. Historic buildings provide not just a tangible link to the past, but are also a […]
Jon Dunwell, Chief Executive Officer of the Morris & Spottiswood Group In a move that will save more than 100 jobs, leading construction company Morris & Spottiswood Group has acquired part of the collapsed ISG group, offering a vital lifeline to the employees and projects operating within its remit. Absorbing the former ISG Cathedral […]
For those who have yet to encounter West Fraser ’s CaberMDF range it is probably justified delving into the history of English cricket, where Sir Ian Botham was widely regarded as its greatest ever all-rounder – as good a performer with bat or ball in hand, as well as being a remarkable slip-fielder who rarely […]
Canada is turning to mass timber, 3D printing, and modular construction to fast-track affordable housing on its Atlantic coast, Wood Central. The move comes after the Trudeau government announced it would establish the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII), a $50 million (CAD) fund over the next two years to reduce construction time and costs, making […]
SK6000 testing completed under Lloyd’s Register supervision Mammoet has officially completed testing of the SK6000 – the world’s strongest land-based crane. This process – overseen by maritime classification services organization Lloyd’s Register, certifies the crane’s safe operation to its specification. After reviewing the SK6000’s engineering design earlier during its development, Lloyd’s Register confirmed that […]
Planning isn’t the only reason we have a housing shortage, too many developments just aren’t economically viable, says Melanie Leech The government is undoubtedly right to focus its efforts on reforming the planning system. Ask the anyone in the property industry and they will say that the system is complex, burdensome, under-resourced, and prone to […]
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