Researchers examined the impact of incorporating waste materials like wood ash, crumb rubber, and crushed glass into concrete, finding that certain combinations can maintain or improve the modulus of elasticity (MOE) and compressive strength.
By Nidhi Dhull
25 Jul 2024
CASE Construction Equipment is building upon the success of its motor grader heritage, with the introduction of the new D-series: 836D and 856D.
Researchers have developed a computer vision system integrated with machine learning to enhance the precision of 3D concrete printing (3DCP). This innovative approach autonomously adjusts print parameters, ensuring consistent layer quality and reducing manual intervention, thus advancing construction technology towards greater sustainability and efficiency.
By Nidhi Dhull
23 Jul 2024
An article in Scientific Reports introduces a composite thermal energy storage cement mortar (CTESCM) using lauric acid-palmitic acid/expanded graphite (LA-PA/EG) to enhance building energy efficiency. The study demonstrated the composite's superior heat transfer and stability, offering significant potential for energy-saving applications.
By Nidhi Dhull
23 Jul 2024
American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a leading provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its innovative HVAC insulation services, designed to provide significant energy savings and enhanced operational efficiency for healthcare facilities, colleges, universities, pharmaceutical companies, biopharmaceutical companies, food manufacturers, and government facilities.
Researchers found water-CO2 cyclic recuring significantly restores the strength of thermally damaged high-performance concrete (HPC). This method, involving alternate water and CO2 exposure, outperformed traditional water recuring, offering accelerated and more efficient recovery for concrete damaged by high temperatures.
By Nidhi Dhull
22 Jul 2024
Driven by extensive customer feedback and a deep-rooted commitment to operator well-being and productivity, Komatsu introduces a significant upgrade to its crawler excavator operator cab.
A study in Sustainability explored the physical, mechanical, and environmental properties of self-leveling mortars using various cements and additives. The results highlighted the significant impact of cement type on mortar performance and emphasized the potential for reducing CO2 emissions through optimized material use.
By Nidhi Dhull
18 Jul 2024
An article published in the Journal of Building Engineering has assessed the life cycle impact of preventive maintenance on modern methods of construction (MMC)-based concrete structures in a chloride-rich, aggressi...
By Nidhi Dhull
17 Jul 2024
Global Segment Manager at Malvern Panalytical, Murielle Goubard, discusses how the construction industry can cut industrial emissions by up to three-quarters before 2050.
A new study in Sustainability introduces a binary statistical method to accurately estimate CO2 emissions from highway construction. Focusing on a central China expressway, the research showed that raw material production is the main emission source, emphasizing the importance of adopting sustainable construction practices.
By Nidhi Dhull
16 Jul 2024
A study published in Materials explored incorporating plastic waste into concrete to address environmental concerns. The findings revealed that while plastic aggregates can reduce concrete's compressive strength, they offer a viable option for nonstructural applications, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional waste disposal methods.
By Nidhi Dhull
15 Jul 2024
The UK-based manufacturer, EnviraBoard, has announced its plans to bring a carbon-negative building board to the construction industry.
Researchers developed a sustainable thermal insulation material using expanded styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and leather waste. This composite, especially with 20 phr leather, showed superior thermal and acoustic properties, offering an effective and eco-efficient solution for low-cost housing insulation.
By Nidhi Dhull
11 Jul 2024
A study in Scientific Reports evaluated Decision Trees, K-Nearest Neighbors, Gradient Boosting, and LSTM models for predicting school energy consumption. The findings show that while each AI model has strengths, LSTM demonstrated superior generalization, highlighting the potential for improved energy management in educational buildings.
By Nidhi Dhull
10 Jul 2024