Tag: concrete
RMIT pioneers coffee-based concrete in world-first footpath trial
RMIT University and Macedon Ranges Shire Council have joined forces to pioneer a trial of coffee concrete footpaths, potentially bringing freshly brewed coffee-infused pavements to local streets for the first time.
UNSW expert urges action to reduce construction’s carbon footprint in Australia
In a recent statement, a leading expert from UNSW emphasised the urgent need for measures to mitigate the environmental impact of construction in Australia.
Western Sydney University converts construction waste into recycled concrete products
Western Sydney University is pioneering research focused on recycled concrete products aimed at reducing construction waste, paving the way toward a more sustainable future for the construction industry.
RMIT University strengthens concrete with used coffee grounds
A team of engineers in Australia has developed a technique to make concrete 30 per cent stronger using waste coffee grounds, turning them into...
Luyten 3D inks 3D printing deal to supply concrete mix to the US, Canada
Melbourne-based Luyten 3D has signed an agreement with America-based Alquist 3D to supply its proprietary 3D concrete mix 'Ultimatecrete' for the construction of houses...
Biax helps Vogue Homes stay ahead of the game
When Vogue Homes, an award-winning residential building company based in south-west Sydney, was looking for a point of difference in its builds, it turned to revolutionary building product Biax, an eco-friendly and user-friendly foundation system for concrete slabs.
PPE can be recycled to make stronger concrete
Media Release by RMIT University
Engineers at RMIT University have developed a method to use disposable personal protective equipment (PPE) to make concrete stronger, providing...
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