This story discusses the advancements in sustainable building materials and how they are reshaping the construction landscape in India. It explores the advantages of using recycled building materials and how integrating them into construction aligns with circular economy principles. The story also discusses how Building Information Modeling (BIM) can be successfully used in sustainable material selection and building designs.
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Innovating fenestration for enhanced energy efficiency and sustainability
“This story discusses how the world of fenestration has gone beyond the practical function of offering natural light and ventilation in buildings to embracing sustainability by balancing aesthetics. While fenestration components encompassing windows, doors, curtain walls, and skylights are pivotal in defining a structure's visual identity, today, they are more considered elements influencing energy efficiency and occupant comfort.”
PEB reshaping design and sustainability of high-rise buildings
This story discusses the advancements in PEB solutions and how they reshape design and sustainability in high-rise construction. It explores why PEB solutions are a superior choice for high-rise structures and elaborates on the benefits offered by the technology in terms of design and sustainability (people, planet, and profit) concerning high-rise buildings. The article also explores how PEB solutions offer architectural flexibility, customisation, precision and efficiency in design.
Concrete Becoming TechCrete
This story discusses the advancements in the concrete industry and how ready-mix concrete has revolutionised the construction industry in the last two decades. It explores how recent innovations such as automated batching systems, utilisation of AI algorithms, deployment of the Internet of Things (IoT), implementation of GPS tracking systems, and introduction of non-destructive testing methods have enhanced precision, reduced the scope for human errors, and improved accuracy in concrete technology. The story also analyses how the introduction of ready-mix concrete (RMC), high-performance admixtures, and supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) has helped produce high-strength concrete more efficiently, improving workability and reducing labour requirements during placement.
Roads & Bridges: We need tech-advanced maintenance
This story discusses the difficulties that the monsoon poses for roads and bridges and how modern building materials and efficient maintenance techniques can increase their durability. It explores how severe rainstorms affect infrastructure and emphasises how crucial it is to implement creative fixes to guarantee the resilience and security of transport systems.
Metamorphosis of the building facade
Building facades have evolved from purely functional elements into symbols of architectural innovation and sustainability. Historically using local materials for protection and structure, facades now showcase advanced technologies and design principles.
Constructing heat-resistant structures
Architectural experts have shared priceless insights on integrating advanced building materials, innovative technologies, and strategic design principles to create heatproof buildings. Their combined knowledge seeks to solve the increasing problem of excessive heat by providing solutions that improve occupant comfort and sustainability.
Safe lifts
Experts in the Indian elevator industry shared their views of the elevator industry and their comprehensive approach to elevators' upkeep and advancement, emphasising maintenance protocols and innovative modernisation strategies.
MEP unlocking a sustainable future
Leading experts in the MEP sector have shared their thoughts on technological advancement, their approach towards energy efficiency and MEP service in building performance.
Fortifying the vertical transportation
The Indian elevator industry is booming, driven by rapid urbanisation and increased construction activities. Innovations in energy efficiency and IoT integration are key.