The study reveals critical barriers to BIM implementation in Nigeria, offering insights into strategies for overcoming challenges in the construction industry.
By Nidhi Dhull
8 Apr 2025
Visitors to the Scania stand at Bauma 2025 will have the chance to experience its new, electrified, hybrid and zero-emission power solutions offer, which promises to dramatically transform the efficiency and sustainability of the construction and mining industries.
Integrating biology into civil engineering, biogenic construction promotes sustainable practices that address environmental challenges in the building industry.
By Nidhi Dhull
4 Apr 2025
University of Tennessee researchers are developing a method to convert discarded wood into a high-strength material, reshaping sustainable building practices.
The coral-inspired method for CO2 capture yields high-performance materials, surpassing traditional options in strength and sustainability for engineering use.
By Nidhi Dhull
3 Apr 2025
A team of scientists led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have developed ‘fungi tiles’ that could one day help to bring the heat down in buildings without consuming energy.
Self-densified wood, created through innovative microstructural regulation, exhibits exceptional strength and toughness, outperforming conventional wood types.
By Nidhi Dhull
2 Apr 2025
A novel method for producing sand-like minerals from seawater using electricity and CO2 shows promise for sustainable construction material sourcing.
By Nidhi Dhull
1 Apr 2025
Normet, a global leader in concrete spraying solutions for underground mining and tunnelling, proudly announces the launch of the Spraymec 4100 and Spraymec 5100 - two concrete sprayers designed to enhance productivity, quality, and reliability in underground construction projects.
GSSI and Hamm AG's RealTime Density Scan integrates advanced sensors for asphalt compaction, delivering precise density data for quality control and assurance.
The new joint design for timber-concrete composite frames significantly improves load transfer and stiffness, addressing key challenges in hybrid construction.
By Nidhi Dhull
28 Mar 2025
The article details a novel approach for BIM reconstruction of MEP systems, leveraging semantic segmentation to achieve 92.18% mean IoU in component detection.
By Nidhi Dhull
27 Mar 2025
The Australian Constructors Association (ACA) welcomes the release of the Blueprint for Change, developed by the National Construction Industry Forum (NCIF).
Nanocellulose fibers in OPC mortar improve hydration and reduce shrinkage, offering a sustainable solution for enhancing concrete durability and performance.
By Nidhi Dhull
26 Mar 2025
Gauteng-based Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) products manufacturer GFRP Tech has introduced EnviraMesh, an environmentally sustainable alternative to steel mesh, as its latest product offering to the South African construction market.