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PassivHaus Casa AYA in Uruguay

Natural Building

The use of concrete was reduced by 93% compared to conventional construction by using raised foundations. The suspended floor, as well as the exterior and interior walls, were made from prefabricated, compressed wheat straw panels manufactured by a local company. The walls were plastered with clay sourced directly from the site.

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Geoquest Australia: Every step of the way

Roads Online

These techniques for Reinforced Earth walls, also called mechanically stabilised earth (MSE) walls, were invented by Geoquest 60 years ago, and are now widely adopted in infrastructure projects worldwide. We’ve been producing reinforced earth walls and precast solutions in Western Australia for many years,” he says.

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The Importance of Proper Drainage and Grading in Home Projects

UK Construction Blog

That seemingly harmless puddle in your yard or slow-draining water near your foundation could be signs of a bigger issueimproper drainage or grading. In this article, were going to break down why drainage and grading matter so much, how they affect your home’s structure, and what can happen when theyre done wrong.

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Lintec & Linhoff: From Africa to Australia

Roads Online

The CSD2500B offers tremendous benefits to owners who choose to use it as a permanent plant, as the components that are built-in, enclosed and protected within the container wall extend the lifespan of all the wholeplant. This article was originally published in the December edition of our magazine. To read the magazine, click here.

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Team Erects 460-Ft.-Tall Tower on Tight Manhattan Site

ENR Construction

Led by Titanium Construction, foundation work was well underway in 2023. The curtain wall facade of the residential tower both maximizes natural light while connecting to the neighborhood’s commercial buildings. This creates a combination of reinforced concrete shear walls and the frame action between the flat plates and columns.

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How Sustainable Masonry Can Reduce Long-Term Construction Costs

UK Construction Blog

In this article, we will learn how sustainable masonry lowers construction expenses over time, the best materials and techniques to use, and why accurate masonry estimation plays a crucial role in budgeting for eco-friendly projects. Reduce structural load, leading to savings on foundations and support systems.

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Geoquest Australia: Comprehensive solutions for civil construction

Roads Online

The first use of Geoquest Australias EcoStrap HA reinforcements at a project in Victoria, which allowed for the reuse of site won materials as backfill for mechanically stabilised earth walls. From structural retaining walls and precast concrete solutions, Geoquest Australia brings decades of expertise to civil construction.