From sculptural columns to high-rise facades, prefabricated concrete is redefining architectural possibility. Discover how cutting-edge technology and collaboration are transforming design, ...

A UK construction company that has been in business since 2018 has entered administration - Architectural Panel Solutions Limited specialised in façade and cladding systems ...

PAS 9980 was intended to help solve the country’s most pressing building safety risks, but the guidance appears open to exploitation. Peter Apps reports.

Why aesthetics, durability, maintenance, planning and more, all need to be considered when you're choosing loft conversion ...

The federal government is spending more on contracts for Indigenous business, while finally tackling ‘Black cladding’ fraud. But those reforms don’t go far enough.

In this paper, the transient thermal behavior of cylindrical surface laser cladding is studied. A full three-dimensional finite element model was established to quantify the influence of curvature ...

ABSTRACT: Based on the experimental results, this study demonstrates that increasing the laser scanning speed effectively refines the microstructure of the fabricated samples, resulting in finer ...

The surge in deep and ultra-deep water oil exploration in Brazil, particularly in the pre-salt layer, necessitates the advancement of materials and engineering components to meet sectoral challenges.

Laser cladding is an advanced surface modification technology that enhances industrial components’ durability, corrosion resistance, and performance. By depositing a layer of high-performance material ...

Cladding process can be used to create corrosion resistant surfaces from low cost materials. Austenitic stainless steel has been extensively used for weld cladding. It has excellent corrosion ...

Cladding is an essential element in architecture, combining functionality, technology, and aesthetics to protect and enhance buildings. Among the various materials available, such as stone, wood, and ...

This system will be used to design and create multi-functional Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) coatings, with applications in a wide range of industries including marine, mining, defence and more. MMC ...