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Rice University Looks to Improve Concrete, Cement with Pryolyzed Ash
Technique by Rice University chemist James Tour produces turbostratic graphene flakes that can be added to substances like films of polyvinyl alcohol that better resist water in cement paste and concrete, increasing compressive strength.
Rice University scientists have turned their...
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RMIT researchers 3D print high-strength concrete structures inspired by lobster shells
New research shows that patterns inspired by lobster shells can make 3D printed concrete stronger, to support more complex and creative architectural structures.
Digital manufacturing technologies like 3D concrete printing (3DCP) have immense potential to save time, effort and material...
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UNSW industry to develop technology to convert paper and plastic landfill waste into construction materials
A collaborative project involving UNSW Sydney researchers will develop technology to divert up to 10,000 tonnes of paper and plastic waste in Australia into construction materials used to build roads.
UNSW, in partnership with State Asphalts, Closed Loop, Primaplas and...
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John Deere Introduce Smart Connector and TractorPlus App
John Deere introduced the new Smart Connector and TractorPlus App for Compact Utility Tractors, providing easy access to a wide range of information, such as fuel level, service intervals and maintenance information.
John Deere introduced the new Smart Connector and...
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Carleton Students Research Low-Carbon Concrete, Sustainable Building Materials
Combine the first group of ingredients in the correct ratio and you can make hemp building blocks that perform exceptionally well as insulation and, with the right compression, could also work as a structural material in walls. Mix the...
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MHCLG confirms BASEC as Approved Body 2661
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) designates BASEC as an Approved Body for UK Construction Products Regulation testing as of 31st December 2020.
Following the Brexit trade agreements, the question has arisen surrounding mutual recognition agreement off...
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Construction material shortages to continue in 2021
The three big drivers — backlog, revenue expectations and contractor confidence — in the business group’s report “nudged up” slightly from the third quarter, but failed to reach pre-pandemic numbers. All three CCI scores were 70 or above in...
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