Lorin Industries, Inc., the global industry leader in the innovation and production of coil anodized aluminum, highlights its range of architectural black and bronze anodized aluminum finishes.
UK researchers developed a novel electric recycling method for Portland cement, incorporating recovered cement paste into steel recycling to create zero-emissions cement. This innovative process, which maintains high-quality clinker production, promises to significantly reduce CO2 emissions in the cement industry, promoting sustainability and environmental conservation.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
30 May 2024
World leading Australian 3D printing technology company, Luyten 3D, has just completed another significant milestone in its journey to push the boundaries of 3D construction technology.
In a world first for construction – and marking a fundamental shift towards circular economics in the transportation of building materials in the UK – the first batch of reusable green, RFID-tagged* pallets from The Pallet LOOP, part of the BSW Group, have started entering the construction supply chain, en masse.
A study published in Case Studies in Construction Materials investigated using paper ash (PA) and food waste ash (FWA) as partial substitutes for cement in paste and mortar. By substituting up to 15% of cement with these ashes, the research aimed to mitigate CO2 emissions and address waste disposal issues.
By Nidhi Dhull
29 May 2024
A recent study in Construction Materials explores the use of alkyl ketene dimer (AKD) wax and AKD mixed with paraffin (AKD+PAR) to reduce cement prehydration. These treatments were found to be more effective than traditional oleic acid in preserving cement strength under accelerated aging conditions, showing promise for use in hot and humid climates.
By Nidhi Dhull
28 May 2024
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.