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Cintec North America Announces Restoration and Anchoring Work on Massey Hall, Famed Canadian Concert Venue

Cintec North America announces its reinforcement anchors offer stability and support during the revitalization of Canada’s most renowned concert venue, Massey Hall.

From Cintec International Ltd 20 Dec 2019

GSky® Supplies Versa Wall® Indoor Living Wall to Maryland’s Universities at Shady Grove

GSky Plant Systems, Inc., a global industry leader in the design and production of interior and exterior green walls, announces it supplied a Versa Wall® Indoor Living Wall for the new Biomedical Sciences & Engineering (BSE) facility at Universities at Shady Grove (USG), Montgomery County, MD.

From GSky Plant Systems, Inc. 18 Dec 2019

Peab Builds Apartment Building in Helsinki, Finland

Peab has been commissioned to build an apartment building with 6-8 floors and 64 apartments on Vinsentinaukio in the Sompasaari district of Helsinki, Finland.

From Peab AB 11 Dec 2019

Vibration-Control Devices Based on Formula 1 Technology for Skyscrapers

A new study at the City, University of London takes inspiration from Formula 1 technology for constructing “needle-like” skyscrapers.

10 Dec 2019

Integrated Renewable Energy Solutions to Achieve Decarbonization in Buildings

Achieving EU energy and climate goals necessitates the decarbonization of energy consumption in buildings. Although there has been a steady increase in the consumption of renewable electricity in buildings, the use of renewable energy solutions for cooling and heating has been sluggish.

9 Dec 2019

Gira Win London Construction Award 2019

Gira, one of the world’s leading full-range suppliers of intelligent building technology is proud to be awarded with ‘Fire Safety Solution of the Year’ at the London Construction Awards 2019.

From Gira Giersiepen GmbH & Co. KG 5 Dec 2019

Zoomlion Unveils its Latest Mortar Mixer Duo-Mix Specialized for 3D Construction Printing

Zoomlion's wholly-owned subsidiary, m-tec, released its latest mortar mixer Duo-mix in Shanghai, China for the first time on November 5. The new solution, which can help to build a 60m2 2-story house in two weeks is now available for purchase in over 100 countries across Asia, Europe and North America.

From Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science and Technology Co., Ltd. 29 Nov 2019

TRJ Appointed to Work on New UWTSD £1.5m Scaffolding Training Facility

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David is delighted to announce that South Wales-based construction company TRJ has been appointed to help deliver a new £1.5m scaffolding training facility. Work will commence on the project on December 6.

From TRJ - T Richard Jones (Betws) Ltd 26 Nov 2019

‘Self-cleaning’ Concrete Could Keep Buildings Looking New (video)

Building materials that clean themselves could save immense time and labor in homes and businesses, as well as reduce disease risk in settings such as hospitals.

22 Nov 2019

Largest Gas Replacement Programme with Ground Source Heat Pumps in Tower Blocks Commences in Sunderland

Residents in 364 homes across seven tower blocks in Sunderland are embracing the green housing revolution with the removal of their gas boilers in place of renewable and low carbon ground source heat pumps.

From Kensa Heat Pumps Ltd. 22 Nov 2019

Study Shows Rooms can be Cooled Naturally, Effectively with Wind than Cold Air

Scientists from the University of Cambridge have assessed the effectiveness of non-mechanical, low-energy techniques for controlling temperature and humidity in a series of experiments.

21 Nov 2019

AIT Presents Solutions for AI-Powered Urban Planning and Future Mobility

From 19 to 21 November 2019, the Smart City World Congress will take place in Barcelona and AIT’s stand will be there too

21 Nov 2019

Dedicated 6th Form Centre Provides New Lease of Life for Cheadle Students

Sixth form students at Cheadle Hulme School have been given a new lease of academic life, with the creation of a dedicated centre for learning and collaboration - opened in time for the new school year.

From Pozzoni Architecture Ltd. 20 Nov 2019

Belvin Builds UK ‘Home of the Year’

One of the latest grand designs built by Lincolnshire based Belvin Construction has been named ‘Best Individual New Home’ at the 2019 LABC Building Excellence Awards.

From Belvin Construction Ltd. 19 Nov 2019

World’s Largest Lego Suspension Bridge in Melbourne for the World Engineering Convention

Building the World’s largest Lego Suspension Bridge in Melbourne entices all generations to engage with engineering and to connect with making a positive impact for current and future cities to ensure our planet is sustainable.

19 Nov 2019

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