The Winter Olympics in Sochi is notorious for various controversies and scandals involving corruption and environmental violations. Gay rights activists discourage people from attending the event, whereas environmental activists highlight the fact that the country is destroying the nature of the region to build the ambitious Olympic projects. Local residents have suffered through rounds of […]
You’ve probably noticed the rapid changes in the construction landscapes around you. Skyscrapers reach new heights, expansive bridges stretch across rivers, and massive tunnels burrow through mountains. Ever wonder about the driving force behind these marvels? Heavy-duty trucks, the unsung heroes of the construction world, have been evolving rapidly to support these mega projects. With […]
It is no secret that markets go up and down. Some climates are easy to conduct business in and some are an absolute nightmare. The past decade has been uncommonly profitable for most industries. However, COVID really derailed some businesses that could have potentially positioned themselves better. Business Models and Industries Depending on the type […]
A greater public awareness of the environmental impact of the construction industry and a growing sense of protecting our natural resources are the key reasons for the clamor to raise environmental standards, regulations and best practices in the construction industry. Because of this, companies involved in any type of construction, whether it is for a […]
Sustainability in the construction sector is a focus that needs to be made a priority in order to make a realistic transition to a low-carbon economy. Algae-powered Innovations is one such solution that can significantly benefit our environment and preserve our fast-depleting natural resources. As a source of power that is both viable and ethically […]
Illegal quarries in Lebanon, extract stone or sand, which is then used by construction companies to build apartments, shopping malls and offices, and for landscaping. The proliferation of quarries began in the early 1990s, at the end of the civil war, as the country tried to rebuild itself after 15 years of large-scale destruction. Currently […]
Land surveying has existed ever since the birth of civilization. The Egyptians were the first ones to conduct accurate land surveying as showcased by the marvelous architecture of the Great Pyramid of Giza. They used their advanced knowledge in geometry as their main technique in land surveying. It was then eventually adopted by the Babylonians […]
The green building trend has been gaining ground around the world. It can involve a wide variety of construction and operation attributes that make a building more environmentally friendly than other buildings in some way. These characteristics can include methods for conserving water, using sustainably sourced building materials and taking advantage of renewable energy, such […]
Long before modern construction, before human-made materials and before manufacturing, our ancestors managed to built shelters from the natural materials surrounding them. Today, modern building mainly relies on manufactured materials to construct modern homes. But this has caused a significant adverse impact on the environment over the years. For this very reason, humankind is trying […]
Concrete grinding is the process of making the surface of the concrete a lot smoother and shinier than usual. It has recently become a really popular process in the construction industry because it brings a lot of advantages to it. An abrasive tool is used for the process that comes with an attached diamond. Basics […]
Skip hire is ideal for the disposal of waste from small home renovations such as the installation of new flooring, a kitchen refurbishment or an upstairs clear-out. Yet, while a skip is the most practical way to manage your waste, you also need to be practical about the type and size of skip you choose. […]