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A New Era of Bridge Construction Technology Lands in the U.S.

Civil + Structural Engineer

Eau Claire, WI: In the world of bridge construction, the differences between cast-in-place and precast methods have always presented one primary trade-off: durability versus speed. With these lightweight modular components being self-supporting, they eliminate the usual need for external bracing during assembly.

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Light But Tough: MDLR Brands’ Building Panels

The Pro Builder

You couldn’t have four men carry an 8-by-32 wooden or metal SIP,” says Harrison Langley, CEO, MDLR (pronounced “modular”) Brands. The panels’ durable composite material minimizes ongoing maintenance and leads to a longer lifespan for the home, and the material performs equally well in hot and cold environments. LiteSIP installation.

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Moog Launches Modular Battery for Construction Equipment

For Construction Pros

The modular energy solution is designed to convert diesel-powered construction fleets into zero-emissions machines that create all-electric jobsites.

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Speedy to launch hydrogen-fuelled generator hirer

Construction Enquirer

The hirer has struck a deal with hydrogen-powered generator expert AFC Energy to form a JV business that will provide a full-service hire model coordinating the generator equipment, maintenance, technical support, site preparation and fueling. ”

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Lintec & Linhoff: From Africa to Australia

Roads Online

These unique, modular plants, built together and within 100 per cent ISO-certified sea containers, offer significant advantages in terms of cost-efficiency, energy savings, and mobility. The Lintec CSD2500B supported the construction of a vital road link, connecting Aswans industrial areas with the main Cairo highway.

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Black Buffalo Hits Print on First Internationally Code Compliant 3D-Printed Home

The Pro Builder

“We are excited to be printing a home in a densely populated area that will provide more people with an opportunity to witness the future of construction. The NEXCON Printer is a modular printing system that, upon set up, can print the walls of a 40-foot by 40-foot home in under 30 hours. Black Buffalo 3D-printed home building process.

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National Precast: 50 years of building Australia’s future

Roads Online

This revolutionary construction method has been instrumental in transforming Australia’s infrastructure landscape, enabling the creation of robust, long-lasting structures across various sectors. This technique has been widely used in the construction of retaining walls, bridge abutments and embankments.