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  • What is Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC)?
    Article - 5 Sep 2023
    Recently, there has been much conversation in the media about reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) due to its potential for failure over time. This article will provide an overview of this...
  • Building With the Sun in Mind
    Article - 1 Aug 2023
    Sustainable architecture is a growing trend in urban design. In recent years, several projects have sought to connect architecture with energy generation, utilizing solar power to drastically reduce...
  • How are Buildings Made to Withstand Tsunamis?
    Article - 19 Jun 2023
    This article discusses the risk of tsunamis to buildings in coastal regions and the strategies that can be implemented for tsunami-resistant building construction.
  • What are the Different Types of Bridge Foundations?
    Article - 9 Jun 2023
    The foundation is the base of a bridge and a significant structural piece that plays a crucial role in maintaining the structural stability of the entire bridge. This article discusses the major types...
  • A Closer Look at evolv1: Canada's First Zero-Carbon Building
    Article - 28 Mar 2023
    A three-story office building in Waterloo, Ontario, is the first building to achieve a net-positive energy rating in Canada. The building, evolv1, was designed by the architecture firm Stantec and...
  • What is Transparent Wood?
    Article - 28 Oct 2022
    Transparent wood combines durability and transparency, presenting a sustainable alternative to traditional materials with applications in construction and tech.
  • How to Offset Carbon While Building
    Article - 13 Sep 2022
    Construction is one of the leading industry emitters of carbon emissions. However, there are ways to reduce this footprint and offset the carbon cost of construction projects, which can lead to as...
  • NDT Methods Applied to Welding Defects
    Article - 28 Jan 2022
    Manufacturers require non-destructive testing (NDT) to analyze the qualities of a material, component, structure, or system for distinctive variations, welding faults, and discontinuity without...
  • Demolition Safety Considerations
    Article - 14 Jan 2022
    The process of demolishing has to be done in a well-planned and safe manner to avoid hazards to the working personnel, the equipment, and machinery that is being used as well damage to the...
  • Adapting Buildings to Communal Living
    Article - 7 Jan 2022
    Today, architects are returning to communal living models which promote personal connections, sustainability, and – say proponents – the good life.

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