Concrete is one of the most widely used construction materials, but its production is a significant source of carbon emissions due to the energy-intensive process of cement manufacturing. As the ...

Concrete is no longer just a niche material in residential construction. As natural disasters become more frequent and severe, the shortcomings of traditional wood-framed homes are being laid bare.

Researchers have improved the compressive strength and other properties of recycled concrete after high-pressure compaction. For example, one thermally treated sample exhibited >5× improvement ...

The doors could soon close on new construction of wood-framed homes. At least that is what many regulators are pushing to make happen. After decades of wood-framed houses being pummeled by wildfires, ...

According to the latest market analysis by Future Market Insights, the global precast concrete market is poised for strong expansion as the construction industry increasingly adopts modular building ...

Dear Jim: I am looking at various construction options for our new house. I like concrete for its strength, efficiency and abundant materials. What are some of the common ways concrete can be used for ...

After a year of apartment life, Monica Hunt revels in the quiet space she’s found in the duplex she recently moved into in Central Longview. She moved to the city with her job with Christus Good ...

Whether you're into bite-sized DIY projects, like building your own backyard fire pit, or bigger endeavors, like coating your garage floor, it's valuable to know some basics about construction and ...

Mexico-based fabrication and construction company FAME Building System is bringing their proprietary PVC and concrete building system to Florida, with an eye toward taking over the burgeoning ...