If you were hiking through the snow, and you knew that 40 per cent of your bodily heat loss was coming from your head, you’d wear a thick hat to stay insulated and warm.
A recent study in Materials compares rinsed ilmenite mud waste (R-MUD) with fly ash (FA) as additives in Portland cement composites, focusing on microstructural and pozzolanic properties. The results reveal that R-MUD, despite lower silicon dioxide content, exhibits higher pozzolanic activity, potentially offering a sustainable alternative to FA in cement production.
By Nidhi Dhull
27 May 2024
Isola, based in Notodden in the south of Norway, offers environmentally friendly products for the construction industry. The company manufactures insulation materials, roofing membranes, wind protection and sealing products.
Komatsu Europe is pleased to introduce the all-new sorting and demolition grapple range, the latest addition to the Komatsu attachments portfolio.
This study examines the use of recycled aggregates from construction and demolition waste (CDW) in concrete. Highlighting the environmental and economic benefits, the review discusses various recycling processes and their impact on the physical, mechanical, and durability properties of concrete.
By Nidhi Dhull
23 May 2024
A study in "Scientific Reports" detailed new construction procedures for robust stress control in long-span bridges, highlighting the Tajo Bridge's innovative monitoring system. By integrating advanced load cells and synchronized multi-strain gauge networks, the research demonstrated significant improvements in monitoring and managing prestressing stresses, crucial for structural integrity and safety.
By Nidhi Dhull
22 May 2024
An article in Applied Sciences investigates Moneypoint fly ash from 1985-1995 as a viable replacement for Portland cement in concrete. The study explores its mineral composition, hydration behavior, and potential to enhance concrete strength and durability, demonstrating its suitability as a supplementary cementitious material (SCM).
By Nidhi Dhull
21 May 2024
Researchers have developed a sustainable method to use nano-sized calcined excavation soil (NCES) from waste soil as a cement substitute, enhancing the durability and strength of concrete structures. This approach addresses environmental concerns associated with excavation soil waste and demonstrates significant improvements in the mechanical properties of cementitious materials through refined pore structure and optimized hydration dynamics.
By Nidhi Dhull
20 May 2024
American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a leading provider of steam systems maintenance services, announces its steam trap survey services, which can be used to create a full inventory of steam traps in a facility’s steam system, identify failing traps, and uncover steam trap station issues that negatively impact the delivery of thermal energy through the steam system and the proper removal of condensate.
RMIT’s pilot computer modeling software, created in collaboration with Dr. Yogarajah Elakneswaran of Hokkaido University and detailed in the journal Cement and Concrete Research, is now being utilized to estimate the time-dependent performance of innovative concrete mixtures.
Hope's Windows, Inc., the nation’s leading manufacturer of custom-designed, solid steel and bronze window and door systems, highlights that its classic Old World SuiteTM can be enhanced with Thermal EvolutionTM technology.
New modelling reveals that low-carbon concrete developed at RMIT University can recycle double the amount of coal ash compared to current standards, halve the amount of cement required and perform exceptionally well over time.
A study from the University of Rome presents a catalog of optimized, sustainable solutions for energy-efficient building retrofits. Using standardized and prefabricated insulation methods, the research targets prevalent roof types in national residential building heritage, enhancing thermal performance by over 66% and promoting environmental sustainability.
By Nidhi Dhull
16 May 2024
A study on Lipowiec Castle in Poland uses black crust analysis to gauge regional air pollution, showcasing historic sites as environmental indicators. Results highlight industrial influence despite rural location, emphasizing the study's significance for heritage preservation and pollution management.
By Nidhi Dhull
15 May 2024
This study compared the embodied carbon (EC) of a mass timber structure with a steel equivalent, focusing on Adohi Hall at the University of Arkansas. Mass timber showed a 19% reduction in carbon emissions compared to steel, highlighting its environmental advantages and potential for sustainable construction practices.
By Nidhi Dhull
14 May 2024