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Where bigger is better! Discover our TECTURA Giant solutions, designed for large aluminium façade projects. Due to their lightweight and superior surface finish, these sheets are perfect for a wide range of applications such as high-rise towers, stadiums, exhibition centers and commercial buildings. Excellent flexibility makes it easy to create complex and multi-dimensional façade elements. Learn more about TECTURA Giant in our whitepaper. #redefinethelimits #architecture #facadecladding

As the hallways of the NeoCon are again bustling, its important to remember that we all play a roll in the performance of a buildings materials. I start off every class with the statement " Flooring is not designed, engineered or manufactured to fail, however, we often fail the flooring by either putting it in an impossible situation or having inadequate maintenance.... "The Ramifications of Specifications". Here is an article I wrote with Stanley Hulin a few years ago!

Masonry buildings stand out in sustainability because their high thermal mass significantly lowers energy requirements for heating and cooling 🌍, and the use of locally sourced clay reduces environmental impact. Masonry offers exceptional durability, with structures standing for centuries 🏰, and their design flexibility allows for adaptations and reuse, meeting diverse needs over time. However, modern masonry construction also requires modern calculation methods. Raphael Reismüller dedicated his dissertation to this topic, and his last, very practice-relevant paper has now been published. For the first time, there are indications of how standard failure criteria for masonry can be reliably applied to modern brick geometries. Please have a look: https://lnkd.in/dW2wMvMf Thank you, Raphael Reismüller, and all co-authors, for your great work. Additionally, a thank you to wienerberger for supporting our innovative spirit and fostering research through exceptional collaborations. #imws_brick

Although tanks are typically thought of as round or rectangular shaped structures, alternative designs can offer advantages. When the City of Bluffdale was constructing a new storage tank to improve the drinking water service, the ideal location was a triangular-shaped parcel of land. STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES thought outside of the box and designed a triangular-shaped post-tensioned AWWA D115 tank with rounded corners. Learn more about this forward-thinking solution and the many benefits it offered, including a 20% increase in cost-effectiveness. https://lnkd.in/g5_mtdvT

Where bigger is better! Discover our TECTURA Giant solutions, designed for large aluminium façade projects. Due to their lightweight and superior surface finish, these sheets are perfect for a wide range of applications such as high-rise towers, stadiums, exhibition centers and commercial buildings. Excellent flexibility makes it easy to create complex and multi-dimensional façade elements. Learn more about TECTURA Giant in our whitepaper. #redefinethelimits #architecture #facadecladding

At TMC Masonry, excellence isn’t just a goal—it’s our daily standard. Every unit we lay, every joint we strike, reflects our relentless pursuit of perfection. We carve strength into stone, crafting walls that stand the test of time. From intricate stonework to towering facades, our work isn’t just masonry—it’s enduring art. At TMC Masonry, good isn’t enough—it’s got to be precise, resilient, and built to last. Every day, we set the bar higher.

FLOATING SLOTS by Invi Air - 1-Slot Linear Air Diffuser Minimal and sublime, the Invi Air 1-Slot Linear Diffuser is as discreet as it gets. It blends seamlessly into any ceiling or wall for a clean, modern look that complements the surrounding architecture. The biggest difference between our linear diffusers and traditional metal diffusers is their proven reduction of diffuser condensation. Invi Air’s innovative composite material does not expand and contract the way that aluminum and steel linear slot diffusers do. US Patent Number: 11378301.

Our new blog that discusses the importance of end grain sealer is now live on the website. End grain sealing is a step that is overlooked far too often on site and has huge consequences when not applied. Are there any suggestions for other topics for us to discuss in future blog posts? #timber #cladding #coatingsystems #architecture

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I met Philippe Block in Spain studying historic masonry structures last summer. Philippe is a pioneering designer, engineer and professor in Zurich, doing some wildly cool stuff with masonry. Compared to a conventional concrete floor system, for example, Philippe's unreinforced floor system that has the right geometry reduces the amount of concrete and steel needed by 70% and 90% respectively. In a 25 story mid rise that saves 1200 concrete trucks and 20 kilometers of steel in JUST the floor systems! That's before reducing piers, foundation, etc. Imagine the material, labor, cost, speed and carbon reduction possible? The future is exciting-and beautiful. Full episode here: linktr.ee/austintunnell