Helping Prevent Corrosion One Molecule at a Time
Cortec additives integrate many technologies along with proprietary VpCI® chemistry in order to eliminate corrosion caused by corrosive fluids, chlorides, or humid environments. When implemented, these additives ultimately cut costs such as those associated with expensive alloys, corrosion claims, and labor For the last 40 years Cortec® Corporation has provided world class corrosion solutions for industries across the globe. The company delivers cost-effective, user-friendly integrated soluti...
A New Brick Could Eliminate Insulation
Most homeowners looking to lower heating or cooling costs know the drill. First thing to do is ensure the house is properly insulated, typically by rolling down a layer of the pink fiberglass stuff or having a fluffy version blown into their home’s walls. But here’s a relatively new idea: Instead of adding insulation, build the structure from bricks already stuffed with a material known for its thermal conductivity. The bricks do-away with extra layers of insulation and decrease the thickness...
Cement Technology Roadmap Shows How the Path to Achieve CO2 Reductions up to 24% by 2050
Paris and Geneva: A combination of technology and policy solutions could provide a pathway to reduce direct carbon dioxide emissions from the cement industry by 24% below current levels by 2050, according to a new report by the International Energy Agency (IEA) and the Cement Sustainability Initiative (CSI). As a flagship sectoral project of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), the CSI is a global effort currently gathering 24 major cement producers having operation...
How the World's Tallest Timber Building Withstands Fire
Mjøstårnet will be the world's tallest timber building. But what if a fire breaks out? See the new film on fire safety in Mjøstårnet here. “The fire safety measures that have been implemented in Mjøstårnet make the timber building far safer than a corresponding building with a traditional steel and concrete structure. Mjøstårnet is one of the safest buildings along lake Mjøsa, and can withstand even an extensive fire,” says Even Andersen. He’s is a fire consultant with Sweco Norge AS, the com...
Old Building Converts to “Living Building.” First in California
The Architectural Nexus office in Sacramento recently was certified as the first ever Living Building Challenge building in California. This “Living Building” uses recycled rainwater as its water supply and solar panels generate all of its energy. Waste? Not a problem. All waste is composted on site. No sewers needed. Creating such a building in Sacramento’s inconsistent weather made the project even more challenging. The International Living Future Institute (ILFI) created the Living Buildin...
Sturdy and Stylish
Anodized aluminum provides excellent durability and ease of installation for architectural exteriors, all while making fashionable, modern designs a reality Unlike any other metal available for the construction market, coil-anodized aluminum is uniquely suited to exterior architectural applications. Its unmatched durability, extreme light weight, high strength to weight ratio, and easy installation make it a highly functional material, while its three-dimensional look and ability to be c...
Cortec’s Solutions Rehabilitate Vulnerable Structures: MCI Technology Used to Restore Historical Buildings in Europe
Saint Donatus, symbol of the city of Zadar is classified among the most famous and most valuable monuments in Croatia. Moreover, due to its unusual cylindrical appearance and robust monumentality, it belongs to the most significant European pre-Romanesque churches. The church is a protected cultural heritage listed in the Register of the Republic of Croatia on UNESCO's list. Today as result of numerous factors, the church is need of urgent rehabilitation. After analyses of 3D scanning it was det...
Willis Tower Earns WiredScore’s Platinum Certification for Excellent Connectivity
CHICAGO – Whether they are uploading, downloading or streaming content, the more than 16,000 people who work and visit Willis Tower each day have reason to celebrate. Willis Tower has earned a coveted Platinum-level Wired Certification from WiredScore for being one of the nation’s “most cutting-edge connected buildings.” WiredScore’s Wired Certification program is the nation’s preeminent program that rates and recognizes the infrastructure, technology and connectivity of office buildings. ...
EGI Becomes Fitwel Champion, Adding Fitwel to Expansive Certifications Portfolio
(ATLANTA, GA ) – EGI joins the ranks of fellow industry pioneers as Fitwel Champion, leading the healthy building movement by employing Fitwel’s transformative approach to health and well-being in the built environment. Fitwel is a global benchmarking and certification system that assesses building and workplace features against a baseline of criteria that create a health-promoting environment. Created by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the General Services Admin...
Comprehensive Evaluation of All Roof Components, Structures Recommended Before Making Decision to Re-Roof
(St. Louis, MO) Roof leaks are often a nuisance for a building owner or property manager. Often difficult to track down, leaks can cause damage to interior finishes and lead to tenant complaints – and, if not resolved, unhappy tenants. Those leaks can become a nightmare when a financial decision is made to replace the entire roof of the building...and it still leaks. "Frequently, an exterior building restoration company, like Western Specialty Contractors, will get a call to come out and try...
Stormwater Interview with Robert Page, P.E., Vice President, HNTB
Santa Barbara County North Branch Jail Expansion
February Issue 2026
