Poraver X, A New Use for Beer Bottles

There’s a new, lightweight aggregate on the market that debuted at the World of Concrete trade show in February 2016. It’s called Poraver X. The word “poraver” actually means porous glass. Read more.

Dutch Contractor BAM Unveils Autonomous Robotic 3-D Printer

International contracting giant Royal BAM Group and developed a freeform 3-D robotic printer that can both navigate a construction site and print on its own, according to Global Construction Review. Read more.

Possible Canada Post Strike and Its Effect on Membership Dues

Due to a possible Canada Post strike and the effect it will have on mail delivery (including cheque payments), CANS members are advised that the due date for 2016-2017 Membership Dues is July 1, and alternate methods of payment are available so as to not encounter a disruption of services from CANS.  All unpaid accounts will have their services, including […]

B.C. Pre-cast Manufacturer Updating Roman Arch for Modern-day Use

Lock-Block Ltd. of Richmond, B.C. has developed the Arch-Lock, a pre-cast piece of concrete in a wedge shape that can be used to build arches and vaults without steel reinforcement. Read more.

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