New life for concrete
Whether it is surplus material or demolition waste, the reuse of concrete is actively encouraged. A best practice guide outlines how to do this.
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Whether it is surplus material or demolition waste, the reuse of concrete is actively encouraged. A best practice guide outlines how to do this.
Allied Concrete’s efforts in developing an EPD provide lessons for other companies to learn from and are timely with the Australasian EPD® Programme’s launch.
Heating costs could be cut if we do as Americans and Europeans do and add perimeter edge insulation to heated concrete floor slabs.
BRANZ has been researching how to improve the insulation of concrete slab-on-ground floors and has found an alternative method which is practical and improves performance.
First invented in Roman times, cement has undergone a chemical revolution to deliver the Portland cement used extensively today.
As suitable sand for concrete becomes harder to find, a research programme to review the alkali limits in concrete may also lead to better tests for industry.
The development of hollow-core concrete blocks offered faster, cheaper building and homes that were built to last. New Zealand was quick to make use of the new technology.
Around since the early days of New Zealand settlement, concrete is everywhere, from paths to pools, foundations to fountains.
Reinforcing is an integral part of all concrete and concrete masonry. We review NZS 3604:2011 requirements for foundation walls in timber-framed buildings so you can get this right.