For decades, concrete walls and foundations were made the same way. Plywood or plain boards are built into forms that contain steel reinforcing bars (rebar) and into which wet concrete is poured. When ...

The industry, under the guidance of The Polystyrene Association (which is now part of Polyco) has recently rolled out the red carpet for Khaya Khanya, a brand-new factory producing lightweight ...

Daniel Morak is a builder at heart. From the commitment and camaraderie, to the challenges and opportunities, there’s nothing he doesn’t love about seeing construction come to life. Morak served in ...

Lightweight and versatile, molded polystyrene foam is a commercial building material that despite being commonly used remains somewhat misunderstood. Frequently identified by the misnomer Styrofoam, ...

Researchers have developed a lightweight concrete that combines nano-silica and expanded polystyrene to significantly enhance both thermal insulation and structural strength. This advancement, ...

The Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) Market size is valued at USD 1.66 Billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 3.20 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.77% during the forecast period. The ...