Have you ever wondered why a nail works so well in wood? It’s not the nail that’s doing all the work–it’s the wood. Because wood is resilient, it grips the nail, not the other way around. The trouble ...

Kett's HI520-2 analyzer provides instant moisture measurement of drywall (gypsum board), concrete, mortar and other dense solids. The HI520-2 is designed for use in field (in-situ), laboratory, ...

Question: We are placing a foundation wall for a residential project using our standard forming system set for 7 5/8 in. wall thickness. The Wisconsin state code (Uniform Dwelling Code) states that a ...

3D concrete printing (3DCP) technology is already known to offer a more efficient approach to constructing buildings. A new type of 3DCP, however, is said to be even better, resulting in walls that ...

One issue in getting office buildings networked that you don’t typically face at home is concrete—and lots of it. Concrete walls are an average of 8 inches thick inside most commercial real estate.