Construction
Why the perception of permeable pavers in Australia needs to change
If collaborative contracting leads to less conflict and a happier workplace, could it reduce turnover and help to tackle the...
How innovative recycled concrete can be a PR challenge
Professor Vivian Tam has fought an uphill battle to have engineers and construction firms consider her concrete innovation. But there's...
New heights: Building Circular Quay’s latest skyscraper
A new skyscraper on Sydney’s Circular Quay has a longer history than its gleaming new facade and up-to-the-minute design might...
Three construction innovations and developments paving the way forward
Sheltered areas, known as micro-environments, can substantially increase the risk of corrosion. In flood-prone areas, this risk is even greater.
Going down: Australia’s tunnel projects
Once considered an unfashionable civil engineering solution, a series of colossal multibillion dollar tunnelling projects is changing the way Australia...
Choosing between three galvanized coatings: what’s the difference?
Sheltered areas, known as micro-environments, can substantially increase the risk of corrosion. In flood-prone areas, this risk is even greater.
Keystone TW3 takes concrete block retaining wall systems to new heights
If collaborative contracting leads to less conflict and a happier workplace, could it reduce turnover and help to tackle the...
Major changes to construction code set to improve corrosion protection
Engineers will be able to choose from a range of well-defined steel coating solutions and provide a higher level of...
The rise of mass timber construction: A sustainable, cost-effective and efficient building method
Four major projects that XLam has recently been involved with highlight the benefits of timber construction.
Old buildings, new ideas
Innovation in construction often arises when engineers face new challenges. That’s the case when revitalisating and renovating culturally significant, heritage-listed...
