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Discovery of World's First Substantial Use of Portland Cement in the Construction of a Major Building

News - 3 Apr 2008

Archaeologists working on a site in the Bristol Docks have discovered what is thought to be the first ever substantial use of Portland cement in the construction of a major building. The...

Keeping Your Pool Safe and Protected During the Winter Months

News - 31 Oct 2006

Swimming pools are great for having fun in the sun, but if you live in a more temperate clime and not in one of the areas of the country where sunshine (and warm weather) are constant, it's time...

Researchers Develop High-Performance Sustainable Regenerated Isotropic Wood

News - 1 Dec 2020

Plastic was invented in the late 19th century, and since then, it has transformed human lives. The advent of plastic paved the way to a robust, lightweight, and economical material, which...

Case Study: Emulating Tobacco Barn Charm with Modern Building Materials

News - 17 Jan 2020

Traditional tobacco barns owe much of their charm to the imperfection of wood. Built primarily in the 1800s, their exteriors have become weathered, creating a darkened appearance. Meanwhile, wood on...

Novel Peat Material Could be Used to 3D Print Houses

News - 10 Jul 2018

Tartu researchers have developed a unique material, which could make rapid and cost-effective 3D-printing of energy-efficient buildings from oil shale ash and milled peat a reality. Scientists...

International Wood Congress Awards Holbrow Medal to Dow Coating Materials

News - 24 Nov 2010

Dow Coating Materials was awarded the prestigious Holbrow Medal at the 7th International Woodcoatings Congress for a technical paper on the latest advances in water-borne products for protecting wood....

GacoSil S-20 Provides Top-Level Fire Protection with ASTM E108 A Rating Certification

News - 23 Feb 2010

Gaco Western, manufacturer of the most technologically advanced elastomeric coatings and polyurethane spray foam for the construction and waterproofing industries, will be showcasing its GacoSil S-20...

The Importance of Physical Properties Testing in Construction

Article - 12 Feb 2020

The evaluation of the physical and mechanical properties of materials is known as physical properties testing.

Different Bridges in Asia – from Galvanizers Association of Australia

Article - 3 May 2007

Recent vigorous economic growth in South East Asia has redistributed population and expanded industry and infrastructure building.

How are Ceramics Used in Construction?

Article - 14 Nov 2019

Ceramic materials including brick, porcelain, and cement have been used to construct buildings for millennia, and are still some of the most widely used construction materials today.