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Construction Specialties says it’s time to end ‘opt-in’ building product safety standards
With confidence in the building sector at an all-time low, Construction Specialties is calling for the full-scale corner room burn test to be standard on all ... -
Detecting cracks in concrete using AI
Refining how new technologies detect cracks in concrete could prove a game changer for the building industry and it all came about from a university student ... -
Nothing boring about underground tunnels
There’s a whole lot of thought that goes into subterranean and underwater tunnel construction. Hidden beneath every major city are networks of underground tunnels. Many of ... -
Challenging conventional underpinning methods
Conventional steel and concrete underpinning has long been the go-to solutions for engineering and construction professionals who need support or strengthen the foundation of an existing ... -
How to use your tax return to get ahead this EOFY
With tax time right around the corner, hipages co-founder and chief executive, Roby Sharon-Zipser shares his top tips for the tradies this end of the financial ... -
Digital innovation: The future of Australian construction industry
The pandemic and, more recently, international sanctions against Russia have been a rude awakening to many Australian businesses who had been delaying the uptake of digital. ... -
A guide to efficient materials for residential building façades
External cladding can have a significant impact on the longevity and maintenance of a building, with the use of efficient facade materials playing a critical role ... -
Are cool roofs the future for Australian cities?
Outdoor air temperature and cooling energy consumption can be significantly reduced by solar reflective material, research finds. A UNSW Sydney research team’s technological and cost-benefit analyses ... -
Maintaining culverts – Australia’s vital hidden infrastructure
Culverts are the hidden heroes of the infrastructure sector and while they are often not as prominent as bridges, tunnels and road networks, they are an ... -
How did Australia’s tradies fare for the 2022-23 Budget?
Australia’s tradies are the backbone of the economy, playing a critical role in rebuilding our country in the wake of recent natural disasters. The industry has ...
