Precast becomes popular
Advances in technology in the 20th century saw concrete’s use as a building material flourish. This was also the case in New Zealand where, as the demand for precast grew, homegrown products were developed.
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By Nigel Isaacs – 1 February 2012, Build 128
Advances in technology in the 20th century saw concrete’s use as a building material flourish. This was also the case in New Zealand where, as the demand for precast grew, homegrown products were developed.
By Catherine Nicholson, Anna Walsh, David Carradine – 1 October 2020, Build 180
To simplify the consenting process for structural insulated panels (SIPs), we need to know how they perform locally. A BRANZ research project is helping by examining SIP durability, earthquake and fire performance.
By Nick Helm – 1 August 2014, Build 143, Feature article
The Christchurch rebuild is one of the biggest challenges facing the building industry, yet the devastation has inspired many outside-the-square solutions. Here, we look at a few of them.