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Revolutionizing the commercial concrete industry with sustainable innovation

Iain — Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:21:04 +0000

In the ever-evolving landscape of the commercial concrete industry, innovation is paramount. AggrePlex, a pioneering waste-to-value company, has introduced a groundbreaking product, PozzoDyne, that promises to revolutionize the industry. PozzoDyne, an engineered ground glass pozzolan, is designed to address the pressing and immediate environmental and performance challenges faced by the concrete…

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Discover how Action Gypsum Supply takes on construction giants through customer service and expansion

Iain — Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:02:25 +0000

While many construction material suppliers are being overshadowed by larger corporate organizations, independent provider of high-quality building materials Action Gypsum Supply (Gypsum) continues to grow. Its longevity can be attributed to its independent status and business ethos, which empower it to prioritize relationships with customers and effectively support their businesses.

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The Rise of Engineered Wood in Decarbonizing the Industry

sarahrudge — Thu, 02 May 2024 13:31:11 +0000

Engineered wood is rapidly gaining recognition as a pivotal material in modern construction, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional building materials like concrete and steel. This shift is crucial as the construction industry seeks to reduce its carbon footprint and embrace more eco-friendly practices. The sector currently accounts for a significant portion of global greenhouse gas…

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6 Benefits of Mass Timber in Sustainable Construction

sarahrudge — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000

In the hunt for sustainable development and climate-resilient construction methods, the construction industry is witnessing a paradigm shift towards more eco-friendly materials. Among these, timber emerges as a beacon of innovation and environmental stewardship. This material is not just a tribute to the tradition of building with wood but a modern solution to the pressing challenges of carbon…

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The role of concrete pavements. By Steve Friess

Iain — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 09:32:27 +0000

The almost 2.8 million lane-miles (4.6 million lane-kilometers) of pavement in the United States are a significant consideration in the effort to lower greenhouse gas emissions, according to a February 2023 study from the MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub (CSHub). The good news is researchers believe achieving carbon neutral paving materials by 2050 is possible if industry and governmental actors…

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The perfect panel

Iain — Tue, 27 Apr 2021 10:00:23 +0000

Both phenolic and melamine resins are used in thermosetting plastic materials to create panel materials used for indoor and outdoor applications. Yet each has its distinct characteristics and role to play for contractor’s purposes. This article explains phenolic and melamine resins, their place in high pressure laminate panels, and best uses cases for each. What is phenolic resin?

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