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GSSI will be at World of Concrete 2020 Displaying the StructureScan Mini XT

GSSI, the world’s leading manufacturer of ground penetrating radar (GPR) equipment, will be at World of Concrete held on February 4-7, 2020 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

From Geophysical Survey Systems, Inc. (GSSI) 10 Jan 2020

Hope’s Windows, Inc. to Attend NAHB International Builder’s Show

Hope’s Windows, Inc., the nation’s leading and most experienced manufacturer of custom designed, solid hot-rolled steel and solid bronze window and door systems, announces that it will be attending the NAHB International Builder’s Show in Las Vegas from January 21 to 23 at booth #SU860.

From Hope’s Windows, Inc. 7 Jan 2020

Non-Regulation Manhole Covers Consistently Being Used on New Developments

Non-regulation manhole covers may be being installed incorrectly on type III roads on new housing and commercial developments across the UK.

7 Jan 2020

Peab Builds Apartments and Hotel in Larvik, Norway

Peab has been commissioned to build the Grand Quarter in Larvik in Vestfold, Norway. The customer is Grandkvartalet Eiendom AS and the contract is worth NOK 240 million.

From Peab AB 23 Dec 2019

Improvements to Bradford’s Forster Square Railway Station Take Another Step Forward

Plans to redevelop Forster Square Railway Station have taken another step forward today with the announcement by Bradford Council that a design and build contractor has been appointed.

From Morgan Sindall 23 Dec 2019

Metsä Wood: Clever LVL Panel Connection Method Wins Open Source Wood Challenge

In August, Metsä Wood’s Open Source Wood, an open platform developed to connect people and innovation in the wood construction industry, announced a competition to find clever ways to connect large LVL panels....

From Metsä Wood 20 Dec 2019

Cintec North America Announces Restoration and Anchoring Work on Massey Hall, Famed Canadian Concert Venue

Cintec North America announces its reinforcement anchors offer stability and support during the revitalization of Canada’s most renowned concert venue, Massey Hall.

From Cintec International Ltd 20 Dec 2019

GSky® Supplies Versa Wall® Indoor Living Wall to Maryland’s Universities at Shady Grove

GSky Plant Systems, Inc., a global industry leader in the design and production of interior and exterior green walls, announces it supplied a Versa Wall® Indoor Living Wall for the new Biomedical Sciences & Engineering (BSE) facility at Universities at Shady Grove (USG), Montgomery County, MD.

From GSky Plant Systems, Inc. 18 Dec 2019

Peab Builds Apartment Building in Helsinki, Finland

Peab has been commissioned to build an apartment building with 6-8 floors and 64 apartments on Vinsentinaukio in the Sompasaari district of Helsinki, Finland.

From Peab AB 11 Dec 2019

Vibration-Control Devices Based on Formula 1 Technology for Skyscrapers

A new study at the City, University of London takes inspiration from Formula 1 technology for constructing “needle-like” skyscrapers.

10 Dec 2019

Integrated Renewable Energy Solutions to Achieve Decarbonization in Buildings

Achieving EU energy and climate goals necessitates the decarbonization of energy consumption in buildings. Although there has been a steady increase in the consumption of renewable electricity in buildings, the use of renewable energy solutions for cooling and heating has been sluggish.

9 Dec 2019

Gira Win London Construction Award 2019

Gira, one of the world’s leading full-range suppliers of intelligent building technology is proud to be awarded with ‘Fire Safety Solution of the Year’ at the London Construction Awards 2019.

From Gira Giersiepen GmbH & Co. KG 5 Dec 2019

Zoomlion Unveils its Latest Mortar Mixer Duo-Mix Specialized for 3D Construction Printing

Zoomlion's wholly-owned subsidiary, m-tec, released its latest mortar mixer Duo-mix in Shanghai, China for the first time on November 5. The new solution, which can help to build a 60m2 2-story house in two weeks is now available for purchase in over 100 countries across Asia, Europe and North America.

From Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science and Technology Co., Ltd. 29 Nov 2019

TRJ Appointed to Work on New UWTSD £1.5m Scaffolding Training Facility

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David is delighted to announce that South Wales-based construction company TRJ has been appointed to help deliver a new £1.5m scaffolding training facility. Work will commence on the project on December 6.

From TRJ - T Richard Jones (Betws) Ltd 26 Nov 2019

‘Self-cleaning’ Concrete Could Keep Buildings Looking New (video)

Building materials that clean themselves could save immense time and labor in homes and businesses, as well as reduce disease risk in settings such as hospitals.

22 Nov 2019