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Concrete vs. Timber: Rethinking Our Homes in the Face of Wildfires
It’s time to rethink the way we build American homes, before climate change forces us to,” writes M.S. in Construction ...
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Why Ancient Roman Concrete Lasted Thousands of Years
The ancient Romans were great builders, especially known for their aqueducts. These are still standing today because they ...
Low-carbon concrete is at a tipping point
Low-carbon concrete is now in use on an interstate highway and in a Manhattan skyscraper—and it’s cheap enough that it’s ...
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Is cellular concrete a viable low-carbon alternative to traditional concrete for earthquake-resistant structures?
In research published in Structural Concrete, investigators have found that a product called cellular concrete may be an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional concrete for constructing ...
Comstruct raises $13M to simplify the procurement process for construction firms
When you think about platforms in the construction industry, chances are the concrete slabs designed to support steel beams ...