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Article - 24 Nov 2006

This article is a guide to the different types of cement.

Types of Natural Stone Commonly Used In Construction

Article - 5 May 2023

Natural stones are extracted from quarries or mines and can be reshaped and carved into a variety of unique shapes and sizes for applications in construction projects.

Producing Low-Cement and Aesthetically Pleasing Masonry From Recycled Materials

Article - 22 Dec 2022

Sustainability and circularity in the construction industry is a hot-button topic at the moment. Watershed Materials have developed eco-friendly, aesthetically pleasing masonry that uses less cement....

A to Z of Glass Types for Construction

Article - 29 Apr 2022

Glass is a non-crystalline amorphous solid that is often transparent; it has wide applications in construction. This article examines some of the different types of glass used for construction.

Long-Term Testing Of Concrete Bond Durability

Article - 9 Dec 2021

Concrete bond testing will allow designers to determine accurately the lifespan of a specific structure according to its specific needs or requirements.

How Mining Waste Can be Utilized for Concrete Production

Article - 22 Oct 2021

Concrete production involves the use of small aggregates that must be ground via an energy-intensive process, making the concrete industry one of the worst carbon emitters. By creating concrete from...

Designing Ladders and Rails with SAFRAIL Fiberglass

Article - 14 Dec 2016

SAFRAIL™ fiberglass ladders and ladder cages from Strongwell are a common sight in many industries, and are mounted on the sides of tanks and buildings.

Building the World's Tallest Building - The Burj Khalifa

Article - 9 Jan 2013

The Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world standing at a height of 828 m (2,716.5 ft). It is not just a magnificent work of art but a unique feat in engineering.

Hemp Fibers in Sustainable Composite Building Materials

Article - 25 Mar 2022

In recent research in the journal Architecture, scientists tested the performance of hydrated lime reinforced with low-cost hemp fibers as a more sustainable material substitution.

Exploring the Durability of GFRP Bars in Natural Seawater

Article - 4 Feb 2022

A new study in the journal Buildings considers how continuous glass fiber and resin are used to make glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) bars. They are corrosion-resistant, have high tensile...

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