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Robot brickie builds Durham houses

The Construction Index

It is claimed that the robot, produced by GreenBuild, can lay up to 200 square metres of masonry per day – 10 times typical skilled human output – constructing walls up to 3.5 Walter is being used on a development of 27 houses by start-up developer JT Lifestyle Homes. metres high without scaffolding regardless of the weather conditions.

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Deep energy retrofits: The future of sustainable buildings

Construction Specifier

The first global stocktake in 2023 analyzed countries progress toward these markers and chart solutions moving forward, with subsequent reviews occurring every five years after that. Expansion joints are sealed with a flexible thermal barrier to accommodate any slight building movement or irregularities in the masonry.

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Henley to lead Leeds mill restoration

The Construction Index

Structural reinforcement will use bespoke stainless-steel components fabricated by HZS Stainless Steel , integrating seamlessly with original timber, masonry, and concrete to ensure the building’s long-term stability.

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ICRI Reveals 2024 Project of the Year and Excellence Awards

CCR Magazine

Images Courtesy of: ICRI Project of the Year Winner Highlight: After nearly three years of rehabilitation for a total construction cost of approximately $150 million, the historic 3rd Avenue Bridge over the Mississippi River in downtown Minneapolis re-opened on October 28, 2023.

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Stabilization and Structural Works on Grade 2* London Building

CCR Magazine

Cintec International Ltd were invited to devise a scheme in conjunction with the clients structural engineers, for the stabilization of a magnificent Grade 2* listed building in 2023. Additional 12mm stud anchors were installed into the sides of new openings to tie the new in-situ concrete portals to the existing masonry.

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Rental Power Generation Report 2025: Q&A with Athan Tsokolas of Vanguard

For Construction Pros

The 40V max XGT 9-in Power Cutter with AFT and Electric Brake (GEC03) has the power to cut through various masonry and metal materials with all the benefits and convenience of cordless operation. General Tool > Cutoff Saws" class="section-feed-content-node__website-section-name"> Cutoff Saws Makita Unveils XGT 40V max 9-in.

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Employees take over building products supplier

The Construction Index

Some of the new owners Grayson (GB), which supplies building products for masonry facades, is now owned by its workforce of 20 or so staff. Grayson Trustee Limited took over ownership of Grayson (GB) Holdings Limited on 11 th December 2024.