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RMIT researchers turn low-grade clay into sustainable concrete breakthrough
Engineers at RMIT University have discovered a way to transform common, low-grade clay into a high-performance cement replacement, offering new opportunities in the push for sustainable construction materials.
Boral expands Melbourne footprint with Wallan Concrete plant acquisition
Boral Limited has announced the acquisition of the Wallan Concrete plant, located approximately 45 kilometres north of Melbourne, as part of its ongoing strategy to strengthen operations in key growth regions.
Kapture and Permacast sign agreement to store captured CO2 in concrete infrastructure
Climate technology company Kapture has entered into a strategic supply agreement with precast concrete manufacturer Permacast to permanently store carbon dioxide captured from diesel engines in concrete infrastructure.Â
New global Low Carbon Ratings system launched for cement and concrete products
The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has launched what it claims as the world’s first Low Carbon Ratings (LCR) system for cement and concrete, a new tool designed to help customers assess the carbon footprints of construction materials.Â
Heidelberg Materials to acquire Midway Concrete in Melbourne expansion
Heidelberg Materials Australia has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire the premixed concrete business of Midway Concrete, expanding its presence in Melbourne’s construction materials market.
Boral secures $24.5M grant to slash cement manufacturing emissions
Boral has secured $24.5 million in Australian Government funding to support carbon-reducing adaptations at its Berrima Cement Works, a move that could reduce CO2 emissions from cement manufacturing by up to 100,000 tonnes annually.
Tomago concrete recycler fined $30,000 for exceeding waste limits
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has issued a $30,000 fine to Recycled Concrete Products Pty Ltd (RCP) after determining that the Tomago-based facility exceeded its licensed waste limits.
Boral trials recycled solar panels as sustainable sand alternative in concrete
Boral has begun trialling the use of crushed glass from end-of-life and damaged solar panels as a sustainable alternative to natural sand in concrete production.Â
SmartCrete CRC invests $14M in sustainable concrete Innovations
The SmartCrete Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) has announced $3.2 million in funding for six industry-led research projects aimed at advancing sustainable concrete practices in Australia.Â
Engineers use recycled carpet fibres to reinforce concrete, cut cracking by 30%
Engineers from RMIT University have developed a method to make concrete stronger and more resistant to cracking by using recycled carpet fibres, contributing to sustainability in construction.Â
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