Research at the University of Bath has shown waste plastic to be a viable partial replacement for sand in structural concrete, providing one possible solution for future sustainable construction ...

Concrete samples containing up to 5% of the bacteria-treated plastic had virtually the same strength as traditional concrete, according to the study. "That 5% is really a big increase from what's been ...

The Center for Regenerative Design and Collaboration (CRDC) revealed its plastic-to-concrete invention at the Sustainable Brands Oceans congress in Porto, Portougal. Through this technology, CRDC says ...

Americans consume 8.6 billion water bottles — every year. Of those, only 1 of 5 is recycled. Fortunately, a handful of MIT students have developed a solution to this problem, and it involves ...

Article by Erica K. Brockmeier Photos by Evan Krape and Kathy F. Atkinson and courtesy of Head Lab June 03, 2024 UD engineers create sidewalk pavers using non-recyclable plastics, reducing natural ...

Sand is often extracted from rivers for use in construction Does the world have a shortage of sand? At first, that might sound like a peculiar question. After all, sand covers vast expanses of beaches ...

Understanding the causes of plastic shrinkage cracks, monitoring jobsite conditions, and implementing precautionary measures can prevent or at least minimize these unsightly cracks from occurring.

Want modern garden pots without the high price tag? Discover the easiest way to DIY concrete planters using a cheap plastic ...

As anyone who has ever tried to move one around will know, washing machines can be very heavy. Some of that weight is due to concrete blocks installed inside to help keep the machine stable during ...

A building superintendent turned professor used a bad experience placing concrete as the inspiration to develop a free, web-based application that tracks weather patterns and humidity levels to avoid ...