Carbon dioxide drawn from the construction industry and related processes, such as steel mills, power plants and cement manufacturing facilities, may soon be injected into concrete to help the industry reduce carbon emissions. Research and development on the use of CO2 in concrete Mitsubishi Corporation...
As professionals we have the opportunity to assist in the development of new legislation in respect of climate change, New Zealand invites you to review their proposals and submit your comments by 30 September 2020. This is the first public consultation under the new Building...
This on-line seminar provides building inspectors with the fundamental knowledge necessary to administer and enforce applicable code requirements of the 2015 IRC. Specifically, the seminar provides the participants with checklists that enable those performing foundation through final residential building inspections to determine whether the materials,...
Information is key and the activities relating to BIM, the collection, storage and utilisation of information are key parts of the development of a sustainable and maintained built environment. Members of the National Housing Federation (NHF) and UK BIM Alliance are collaborating on a joint...
The UK has left the EU, and the transition period after Brexit comes to an end this year. The government has made the following statutory instrument which will come into effect on 1 January 2021. This guidance is about placing construction products on the GB...
Development is an ongoing scenario with the creation of unique buildings and structures, a major impact being the geographical location and associated difficulties of materials, availability, transit and incorporation within the environment. This is the dramatic Vøringsfossen waterfall bridge, a newly opened tourist attraction offering incredible...
We live in a demanding society where space and location are key features. As an international organisation it is essential to keep abreast of diversity and new technologies that run parallel with society developments. The proposals surrounding Penang provide a key example. The article by...
WOBO recognises that resources and their use are an essential part of sustainability and the article by Deepthy, Regional Director of GBCI [Green Business Certification Incorporated] provides a further insight into the process and certification. Sustainable buildings are a response to the global call for...
Fire is a universal problem and as professionals we need to consider all options to achieve compliance. The FPA New Zealand provides a breadth of supportive documents. The applicable New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) requirements...
We been informed that William J. Smith of Hertfordshire, UK, a long standing member of WOBO, passed away due to COVID-19. President Paul Myers, the board of Governors and fellow members offer their condolences to his wife, family and friends. ...
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