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Sidewalk Labs releases its mass timber proto-model for high-rise buildings
Sidewalk Labs, a subsidiary of Google's parent Alphabet, has released its new digital study for mass timber buildings that could reach 35 storeys in cities. The study has been developed as part of...
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4 major digital trends in construction for 2020
From cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI), to 5G and mobility, a key trend in 2020 is the accelerated digitisation of construction companies. This is critical for future proofing their...
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Vodacom's Cape Town HQ awarded 5-star Green Star certification
Following a refurbishment and implementation of various sustainable interventions, Vodacom's Century City building in Cape Town has been accredited with a five-star Existing Building Performance (EPB),...
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Coronavirus factory closures in China may swell demand for SA-made products
Albert Louw, Lasher Tools marketing manager, says that the company has gained new business as a consequence of the outbreak of coronavirus in China and the closure of manufacturing in the country in an...
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New twist in Noordhoek wetland road controversy
For the past two decades, City of Cape Town transport planners, environmentalists, civic groups and local residents have locked horns over a controversial proposal for a new road link through part of...
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Pablo Muñoz Payá Arquitectos converts old industrial building into bridal store
Spanish architecture and interior design studio Pablo Muñoz Payá Arquitectos has transformed an old industrial building into a bridal store featuring a giant golden staircase in the middle of the...
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How architect Yona Friedman used math to design utopian cities of the future
Architecture has lost a great visionary. Budapest-born French architect Yona Friedman died at age 96 on 20 February.Read more... | Send to a friend
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Heavy haul conference to play critical role in building sustainable economy
Image source: [[gettyimages.com Gallo/Getty]]</span>In order to ensure that South Africa's rail network achieves its true potential, the rail industry needs to take greater steps to start...
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Between care and neglect: Pretoria's grand architectural legacy
The skylight of the Weskoppies Chapel in Pretoria. Alain Proust/Hidden Pretoria</span>Pretoria, South Africa's capital city, contains many historical sites where government facilities have been...
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UK-China alliance plans to build African infrastructure
With a young and growing population, studies show that by 2075 the African continent will have some of the largest mega cities in the world. Predictions are that in 55 years, Lagos will comprise...
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Ergonomics Regulations launched
Employers have a duty and responsibility to prevent occupational diseases and injuries relating to exposure to ergonomic hazards in their workplaces.Read more... | Send to a friend
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Roads projects offer opportunities for SMMEs
Dumisani Nkabinde, regional manager, Sanral</span>A road building initiative on the Free State KwaZulu-Natal border will offer local SMME's significant opportunities for new business, provide...
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R9m offloading zone set to drive efficiency in coastal cement operations
Cement producer, PPC, has built a R9m offloading facility at its George Depot, which will receive product by rail, improving its turnaround to customers without compromising quality.Read more... | Send...
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Waterfront project goes green with ecobricks
A new green building project broke ground at the Portswood District of the V&A Waterfront last year, which will use the recycled beverage bottles known as ecobricks as part of its construction.Read...
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New facility for Aramex
Atterbury has been awarded the contract to develop a new distribution facility for Aramex South Africa in Richmond Park, Milnerton, Cape Town. The new facility will consolidate the company's two...
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Massive African infrastructure projects often hurt, rather than help, local...
The Kampala-Entebbe expressway. Andi111/Shutterstock.com</span>Big infrastructure projects are always controversial. Yet in parts of the world associated with severely deficient infrastructure,...
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AI could propel the construction industry forward
Professor Alfred Ngowi, deputy vice-chancellor: research innovation and engagement, Professor Fidelis Emuze, built environment and Professor Nomvula Rakolote, CEO: Association of Construction Project...
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Kangnas' turbines in place ahead of schedule
All 61 turbine installations at Kangnas Wind Farm have been completed two weeks ahead of schedule. Furthermore, the project is proud to confirm that the 45-member crew that took on this large-scale...
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Ramaphosa announces nationwide lockdown
President Cyril Ramaphosa</span>South Africa will enter a nationwide lockdown for 21-days with effect from midnight on Thursday 26 March 2020, President Cyril Ramaphosa said.Read more... | Send...
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