Recycled tires may help concrete prevent spalling
As blogged on New Atlas, although concrete doesn’t burn, it can “spall” when subjected to extreme heat – this means that surface layers of the material explosively break off, potentially causing structures made from it to collapse. According to a new…
Goldman Sachs invests in construction finance platform Rabbet
AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Rabbet, a leading intelligent construction finance platform, announced today it has closed an $8 million Series A round backed by Goldman Sachs’ Principal Strategic Investments group, QED Investors and Camber Creek. Rabbet brings efficiency, accuracy and visibility to the…
Architects anticipate robots on construction sites
As blogged on ZDNet.com, here’s a good sign that robots are moving beyond academia and into the real world: Architects are using robots to get ready for the future of construction. The automotive industry has already proven how helpful robots can…
Ontario announces home warranty changes to address conflict of interest
As reported on CTV News, Ontario has announced changes for new home warranties, including moving oversight for new home builders and vendors away from the corporation that provides the warranties. Government and Consumer Services Minister Bill Walker says establishing a separate regulator…
UL Opens Catalog of Safety Standards
NORTHBROOK, Ill., Feb. 20, 2019 /CNW/ — In an essential and far-reaching move today, Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), a global safety science leader, announced it will now offer open-access online views of its entire library of UL Safety Standards for any interested individual or…
Designing Homes with Passive Solar Design in Mind
Over the years we’re seen an increasing number of homeowners designing or renovating their home with energy conservation in mind. Energy efficiency is important for protecting the environment from the effects of global warming, and it can save consumers considerably on…