Scott Long’s venture is a new approach to marketing and producing insulated... More
Martha VanGeem, P.E., LEED AP BD+C, FACI, has been named the recipient of the 2013... More
Measures to improve water efficiency, including limitations on full-flush volume for toilets and use of municipal reclaimed water for irrigation, are being proposed for a green building standard. More
Understanding the unique lighting challenges of a hazardous environment can help... More
New green requirements have been established for vertical surfaces. More
This largely unknown group is working hard to preserve markets for the industry. More
In order to effectively promote concrete homebuilding, it's necessary to have an understanding of the many advantages of a concrete house. It's well documented that concrete walls can increase the energy efficiency of a home. Some studies have shown that a structure with concrete and foam walls can reduce heating and cooling bills significantly. Using structural concrete and foam floor systems, upgraded attic insulation, and energy-efficient doors and windows can enhance this effect. The energy efficiency of a concrete home often means that HVAC systems can be downsized. A number of software programs are available to assist HVAC contractors with properly sizing equipment to take this into account. More
For the first time, Residential Concrete is writing about people who are making a... More
Attendees at the upcoming World of Masonry/World of Concrete will have the opportunity to view hundreds of new products, check out the latest equipment and technologies serving the industry, and broaden their knowledge base via the 150+ technical programs in a wide range of subject areas. The largest annual international show for the commercial masonry and concrete industries is once again located in Las Vegas, Jan. 21 - 25. More
What is the R-value of normal weight concrete made with limestone aggregate? Is it expressed per inch of concrete thickness? More
