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Elevate your construction projects with Austin Limestone Split Face concrete masonry blocks. An ASTM-compliant building material, this block offers durability and a timeless aesthetic, infusing rustic good looks into any build, whether architectural or landscaping. Enhance your designs with this premium building material and make a lasting impression. To learn more about Austin Limestone Split Face CMU, see your ABH sales professional for specifications, availability, and delivery options. #CommercialDevelopment #BuildingConstruction #ConstructionIndustry #CommercialRealEstate #Architecture #Contractors #BuildingMaterials #Infrastructure #UrbanDevelopment #ConstructionTech #Engineering #ProjectManagement #CommercialProperty #ConstructionDesign #SkyscraperBuilders #ConstructionManagement #BuildingInnovation #ConstructionTrends #CivilEngineering #UrbanPlanning #LandscapeArchitecture

- What are the biggest myths about #ModularConstruction? 🤔 👉 By far the biggest myth of modular construction is to equate it with container buildings. Well, nothing could be further from the truth. After completion, modern modular construction is no different from traditional construction, and people staying in such a building are usually very surprised to find out that it is not a traditionally built building. 👉 Modularly, we can build large areas, open and tall rooms, large glazing and unusual shapes. And this last statement is another one of the myths which says that modular means minimalist confinement to a cuboid. Using this method, structures of any shape can be created. We have realised buildings in the shape of an egg, a triangle, pitched and envelope roofs or unusual hipped dormers in the attic. Examples of these realisations can be seen on our website in realisations. 👉 Another myth I often encounter is the opinion that modular construction is less durable relative to the traditional method i.e. concrete and brick. Our core is steel construction, and there is no need to give examples of how many bare steel structures have been standing for decades all over the world. Modular buildings do not differ from any other construction method in terms of their durability. 👉 The last myth is that it is a new and unproven method of construction. Modular/prefabricated construction has been in use for many decades, but has indeed gained the most popularity in recent years due, among other things, to the increased efficiency in terms of the ecology involved in their manufacture. Nevertheless, they are reliable, proven and safe methods subject to strict quality control during production. #QMODULAR #ModularTechnology #ModularBuildings #Architecture

The Beam and Block slab is a cured and ready-to-install slab during all weather conditions. The rains affect workers, and this leads to construction delays as workers abandon their work to protect themselves from the rains. Construction joints are an extra cost since the client will require a bonding agent for slab continuity. Rainwater also increases the water/cement ratio which affects the workability of the concrete during the cast of a conventional slab. This leads to low strength and durability of the slab. The Beam and Block system is therefore not affected by rainy weather, unlike the conventional slab. To learn more please click the following link https://lnkd.in/emxWNivf Call us today on 0700326326 or 0722882088 #acousticperformance #jenganaecoconcrete #jengamdogomdogo #habanahaba #stepbystep #stagebuilding #stagebuild #strongslabs #strong #durable #SustainableConstruction #ecoconcrete #beamandblock #measurements #buildkenya #buildbetter #buildgreen #concrete #concretefloors #precast #prestressed #constructionsite #housebuilding #architecture #design #building #interiordesign #renovation #engineering

Using the beam and block system for staircase construction is both fast and cost-effective. This method eliminates the need for extensive steelworks and formwork typically required for flight and landing. The precast beams for the flight are supported at ground floor level by a ground beam while at the landing they are supported by precast beams and steel hangers or a ring beam, creating a sloped ramp that forms the staircase’s structure. Once in place, mass concreting is applied to create the steps, significantly reducing labor, material costs, and construction time while ensuring a durable result. For more information, contact EcoConcrete at 0700326326 or 0722882088 #strongslabs #strong #durable #SustainableConstruction #ecoconcrete #beamandblock #measurements #buildkenya #buildbetter #buildgreen #concrete #concretefloors #precast #prestressed #constructionsite #housebuilding #architecture #design #building #interiordesign #renovation #engineering

🔨🏠 Foundations for Small Metal Buildings: Key Tips! Building a small metal structure? The foundation is crucial for stability and durability. Here are the best foundation types for small metal buildings: Slab-on-Grade: Perfect for garages and workshops. It provides a stable, level base and acts as the floor. Quick to install and cost-effective! 🏗️ Pier Foundation: Ideal for barns and sheds on uneven terrain. It allows air circulation, preventing moisture buildup. 🌾 Perimeter Wall Foundation: Great for heavier loads. Continuous concrete walls around the building ensure strong support. 🏢 Post and Beam Foundation: Quick to install and economical, perfect for lightweight structures like carports. 🚗 Remember, a strong foundation means a stable and long-lasting building. 💪 #Construction #MetalBuildings #FoundationDesign #BuildingTips #DIYConstruction #HomeImprovement #StructuralIntegrity #steelconstruction #steel #construction #steelstructure #architecture #engineering #structuralsteel #steelfabrication #steelstructures #steelwork #welding #fabrication #steelbuildings #manufacturing #steelframe #design #steelbuilding #warehouse #civilengineering #building #steeldetailing #structuralengineering #steelframing #metalfabrication #preengineeredbuildings #steelhouse #ironworkers #steeldesign #steelerection #metalbuildings

The ICF system combines reinforced concrete with thermal insulation, creating durable, high-performance structures. It uses expanded polystyrene blocks that serve as permanent formwork, providing structural strength and excellent thermal and acoustic insulation. Ideal for sustainable, energy-efficient buildings. #ICF #Construction #Architecture #Insulation #EnergyEfficiency

Jenga Strong na EcoConcrete! 1. The concrete used for the conventional slabs is class 25 while concrete for the precast beams is class 60, therefore it's more than twice that of the conventional. 2. The steel strength used to produce precast beams is three times stronger than that of conventional construction. 3. The precast hollow blocks are produced as per construction standards. They are designed to resist heavy loads for different slab usages. The high strength also allows the slab to be used as a platform during the construction of subsequent floors. For more information on Beam & Block floor slab, visit our website www.ecoconcrete.co.ke Call us today on 0700326326 #strongslabs #strong #durable #SustainableConstruction #ecoconcrete #beamandblock #measurements #buildkenya #buildbetter #buildgreen #concrete #concretefloors #precast #prestressed #constructionsite #housebuilding #architecture #design #building #interiordesign #renovation #engineering #contractor #home #realestate #concrete #engineering #concretefloors #civilengineering #valueengineering

Using the beam and block system for staircase construction is both fast and cost-effective. This method eliminates the need for extensive steelworks and formworks typically required for flight and landing. The precast beams for the flight are supported at ground floor level by a ground beam while at the landing they are supported by precast beams and steel hangers or a ring beam, creating a sloped ramp that forms the staircase’s structure. Once in place, mass concreting is applied to create the steps, significantly reducing labor, material costs, and construction time while ensuring a durable result. For more information, contact EcoConcrete at 0700326326 or 0722882088 #strongslabs #strong #durable #SustainableConstruction #ecoconcrete #beamandblock #measurements #buildkenya #buildbetter #buildgreen #concrete #concretefloors #precast #prestressed #constructionsite #housebuilding #architecture #design #building #interiordesign #renovation #engineering

Considering #midrise wood construction for your #commercial or #multifamily project? Join me and Warren Hamrick (APA – The Engineered Wood Association) in #Raleigh for a seminar covering: 🏢 Allowable construction types, emphasizing the opportunities and advantages of using #lightframe #wood in Types III and V. 💡 Design considerations associated with these projects, including how to maximize height and area through the use of sprinklers, open frontage, sloping sites, podiums, and mezzanines. 🏗 Common framing methods and how to ensure that projects are designed to be structurally sound, constructable, and code-compliant. You can earn 2.0 AIA/CES LUs, 2.0 PDH credits or 0.2 ICC credits - and lunch is on us! 🍎 Frame it Right: Optimizing Size & Framing Efficiency in Mid-Rise Buildings 📆 June 27 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT 📍 Raleigh, NC Register: