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Hanergy’s Renewable Energy Center Becomes the World’sFirst Certified LEED Zero Carbon Building
USGBC’s LEED certification authority has announced that Hanergy’s Renewable Energy Center has received the prestigious LEED Zero certification, becoming the world's first certified “Zero Carbon” building and one of the first three “net-zero” projects.
As one of the most influential...
Architecture
Aucklands Chief Post Office to be hauled but not more than 3mm
In a historic move in New Zealand’s construction arena, work has started to transfer Auckland’s heritage-listed Chief Post Office (CPO) from temporary support to its permanent foundations above the rail tunnels built through its basement. As per Scott Elwarth,...
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15% increase in the housing supply in Scotland
Scotland has reported a 15% increase in its housing supply with 22000 homes that were made available last year, 3000 more than the previous one. Housing Minister Kevin Stewart has welcomed these figures but has also warned of a...
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Common myths about BASEC certification
Is BASEC only required to export to the United Kingdom?
It is common knowledge that cable manufacturers around the world seek BASEC product approvals in order to export their products into the UK market. However, access to the UK market...
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Fire testing of cables is important, but not at the expense of other performance characteristics
Construction projects in the Middle East and Africa are rapidly on the rise, as there is significant commercial investment in the region. As development increases, care should be taken to ensure that effective product testing is undertaken, especially in...
Construction Equipment
Zeppelin Group solidifies its partnership with Caterpillar
The renowned Zeppelin Group has confirmed that it will take over the distribution as well as service of Caterpillar construction and special equipment for surface and underground mining in Sweden, Denmark and, Greenland. The group has already been named...
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22 Bishopsgate is London’s latest super tower
The expertise and expanse of the UK’s structural steel industry will be on display yet again when 22 Bishopsgate is completed later this year. Apart from being a landmark in London, the tower will also display its might through...
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