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Article - 25 Aug 2016

There is an increased awareness of the effect building materials have on the indoor environment. Therefore, the demand for green buildings is growing exponentially.

High Strength Corrosion Resistant Material for Refurbishment of Underwater Pool Surfaces

Article - 6 May 2014

The Natatorium Complex situated on the campus of Indiana University -Purdue University Indianapolis (lUPUI) in Indianapolis, Indiana, was completed in 1982. The complex was selected to conduct its...

Improving Sustainability in Buildings Using Molded Gratings

Article - 6 May 2014

A new green rooftop was installed in 2014 on top of the Gordon Persons Building, a low rise building located in Montgomery, Alabama.

Non-Consistent Concrete Failure in Viaduct

Article - 28 Jan 2013

An east coast government agency raised concern about the structural integrity of a viaduct located on a main north-south highway that dealt with roughly 75,000 vehicles per day.

Fiberglass Decking for Salt Water Environments – STRONGDEK

Article - 18 Jan 2013

In 2003, Perdido Beach Resort, located in Orange Beach, Alabama, installed STRONGDEK, a fiberglass architectural decking system from Strongwell. Even after several years, the fiberglass decking system...

Building Taipei 101

Article - 18 Jan 2013

Taipei 101, formerly known as the Taipei World Financial Center, is an iconic skyscraper located in Xinyi District, Taipei, Taiwan.

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.

Meeting The Specification for 10 N/mm2 Blocks with Celcon Hi-Tene Aircrete Blocks

Article - 2 Aug 2006

BS 5628: Part 1: 1992 “Code of Practice for the Structural Use of Masonry”, Clause 32.2 defines the design strength of masonry as the characteristic strength multiplied by a capacity reduction factor,...

Standard Blocks - Lightweight Aircrete Blocks for External Wall Construction

Article - 31 Jul 2006

Celcon Standard blocks have been value engineered to combine strength, high thermal performance, good acoustic and fire properties, whilst retaining the lightweight characteristics of aircrete.

Fire Resistant-Fire Resistant Properties Aircrete Products

Article - 20 Jul 2006

Celcon Blocks do not burn and can be used to contain or prevent the spread of fire within a building. Up to a 4 hour fire resistance can be achieved with a regular 100mm thick block making them the...

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