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Australia bans engineered stone due to silicosis risk

Deezen

Australia has become the first country in the world to ban engineered stone, following rising cases of silicosis among workers who handle the material. The ban targets engineered stone, also known as agglomerated stone – a type of material made by mixing crushed stone with a resin binder. "The

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Shigeru Ban's timber-skeleton Tamedia building left engineers "incredulous"

Deezen

Its prefabricated frame is made of 2,000 cubic metres of glued-laminated timber , held together entirely without screws or nails using a novel structural system developed by Japanese architect Ban in collaboration with Swiss engineer Hermann Blumer. People realised that a seven-storey timber office in the city is now allowed," he continued.

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Roofing contractor installs TPO system on 228-unit multifamily housing project in Worcester, Mass.

BD+C

Roofing contractor installs TPO system on 228-unit multifamily housing project in Worcester, Mass. Capeway Roofing Systems jumped at the chance to install the roof system on a new project consisting of 228 apartment units with ground-level retail space in the fast-growing Canal District of Worcester, Mass. Based in Westport, Mass.,

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What is Fiber Cement Siding?

Santa Cruz Architect

In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the history, manufacturing process, installation, durability, fire resistance, safety considerations, advantages, disadvantages, and alternative materials associated with fiber cement siding. Sealing: Joints and seams are sealed to prevent moisture from seeping in.

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Advanced Window Technologies – Thin Glass

Westeck News

While thin glass and interest in “skinny triples” is picking up and drawing the attention of both commercial and residential builders eager to install energy-efficient products in line with updated building energy codes and standards, there are roadblocks for thin triples, according to Hart.

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Technology & sustainability is trending among customers: Mr. B.O. Prasanna Kumar (Engineering Consultants)

Building and Interiors

MEP consulting engineers are well-versed in a variety of commercial building issues. Engineering consultants with extensive experience offer bespoke solutions to increase the energy efficiency of existing buildings and provide creative solutions for new building systems with assistance from brands like SCHELL. About Mr. B.O.

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London Fire Brigade "celebrates bravery" with exhibition marking launch of updated typeface

Deezen

Its design was informed by the lettering of old fire engines and on the facade, the typeface was printed in the red, yellow and gold colours synonymous with fire engines. The studio invited 25 London-based designers to recreate the fire safety symbol for their display, titled ​​Warning: Risk of Fire. "It

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