As environmental and climate change concerns continue to grow, there is also a growing recognition of the impact that industries like construction have had on environmental issues. Along with this recognition is progress from within to adopt new standards, practices, and materials that will lessen the construction industry’s impact on
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Fire stopping, also known as compartmentation, is a fundamental part of passive fireproofing. It refers to the process of filling openings and joints between walls and floors with fire-resistant material, inhibiting the spread of fire between 'compartments' within a building. Safe Piping Matters is pleased to publish a new report on
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It is estimated that 55% of the world's population resides in cities and that cities are directly responsible for around two-thirds of global energy consumption. The influx of people to cities has increased since industrialization as people seek better economic opportunities and a better quality of life. Johannesburg, the economic heart of
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There are three different methods of estimation Center line method, Long and short wall method, And Crossing method. We will discuss center line method briefly for the estimation of materials. What Is Center Line Method? In this method of estimation, the total center line length of walls in a building is first
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“Ways of Seeing” project documents endangered Afghan heritage sites through digital imaging, virtual reality, and hand-drawn professional renderings. The shrine of Khwaja Abu Nasr Parsa is a spectacular mosque in Balkh, Afghanistan. Also known as the “Green Mosque” due to the brilliant color of its tiled and painted dome, the intricately
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A patio roof can be a great addition to your outdoor living space, providing shade and protection from the elements. However, choosing the right patio roof material can be a daunting task, as there are many options available in the market. This article will provide an introduction to the different types
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Norway has seen an increase in solar power capacity in recent years, but in winter solar panels face a big problem: snow. Researchers modelled how much extra electricity could be generated if solar panel surfaces were designed to repel snow and ice. Norway has been slow to exploit solar energy, but
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University of Houston computer scientists have developed a new system to keep construction workers safe at job sites. Their findings and process are laid out in a study published in the journal Applied Sciences. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 4,764 workers died on the job in 2020. Employees in
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Translucent bricks are a type of building material that allows light to pass through them partially or completely. Glazed construction elements are a popular method in architecture for letting light into a building. This allows for better use of environmentally friendly daylight, and less artificial lighting is needed. To maximize this advantage,
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Continuing his quest for Britain’s industrial utopias, Vitali visits the formerly thriving Bedfordshire village of Stewartby. ‘When all else fails, read notice boards’ is one of my self-invented rules of journalistic research. “Do you need financial help?” runs the one and only notice on the village notice board. “Who doesn’t?” I want
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