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Self-building 3D printed bricks hint at future without assembly lines
[Eliza Berlage] A new study has shown that high frequency vibrations can cause bricks to self-assemble into a larger 3D object... read more>>



Building
RICS releases reports on building information modelling
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has released three new research reports focused on building information modelling (BIM)... read more>>
Save the date: BizTrends 2015 Imbizo Johannesburg

Issued by Bizcommunity.com

A stellar line-up of industry leaders will discuss current trends in the marketing communications industry, as well as do some crystal ball gazing for 2016 at Bizcommunity.com's special trend event on 17 September at the Sandton Convention Centre... read more>>
Architecture & Design
Architecture and interior design conference

Issued by Thebe Reed Exhibitions

Architecture + Interior Design Africa is a CPD-accredited conference which will inspire conversations and teachings in the fields of architecture, interiors and building with a particular focus on Africa... read more>>
Building Materials & Equipment
DynamiTrac provides homegrown solution
Pilot Crushtec International has recently launched its DynamiTrac TDH6118 triple-deck screen. Designed and built completely in-house, it represents a new departure in high output screen technology... read more>>
Tips to keep your warehouse staff safe at all times

Issued by B2B Intelligence

Although it's inevitable that accidents do tend to happen from time to time, keeping the safety standards consistently high in your warehouse will ensure that these occurrences are kept to a minimum... read more>>
Construction & Engineering
SANRAL spends R2.2bn on roadworks in Eastern Cape
There are currently 32 engineering projects with a combined value of R2.2bn taking place on the national road network in the Eastern Cape... read more>>
Exciting new offerings at Eastgate
The Eastgate Shopping Centre is currently undergoing considerable construction work as the centre progresses through its refurbishment and international brands and some really big new offerings are on the cards... read more>>
Inyatsi Construction's safety management programme pays off
With 33 sites running in four different countries, the Inyatsi Construction Group achieved over one million lost time injury-free hours in October and November 2014... read more>>
Sustainable Development
Building sustainable relationships key to Ver-Bolt's success
Trevor Nienaber, owner of Ver-Bolt, says one of the biggest lessons he has learned since helping establish the company in 1980, is that maintaining and nurturing relationships with customers and suppliers is the best way to create a sustainable business model... read more>>
Lafarge South Africa contributes to local communities
Lafarge South Africa, a manufacturer and supplier of building material, believes its operating sites are an integral part of local communities... read more>>
UN Global Compact and RICS call for responsible business practices
The United Nations Global Compact and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) have urged organisations in the land, construction and real estate sector to take a leading role in efforts to drive responsible and sustainable business practices... read more>>
Utilities
Search for alternative water sources
The search continues for alternative methods to receive water since the conversion of seawater to drinking water to areas affected by severe drought is extremely expensive... read more>>
SA must embrace energy management as a strategic imperative
Corporate South Africa has both the incentive and responsibility to embrace energy management as a strategic imperative... read more>>
Is South Africa ready for smart cities?

Paul Divall

The concept of the 'smart city' is growing in popularity as more and more connected technologies emerge. The term has many definitions... read more>>
Business
Tips for saving on your mobile bill
Have you ever had the feeling that you were paying too much for your mobile contract but that you didn't know how to fix it? read more>>
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New events to diarise
Breakfast session - Benefits of green building
The South African Property Owners Association - 13 Aug 2015, Nelspruit

Occupational health and safety
The South African Property Owners Association - 14 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

Occupational health and safety
The \south African Property Owners Association - 19 Aug 2015, Durban

Upcoming events
Trade Opportunities at Decorex Joburg 2015 - 6 Aug 2015 to 10 Aug 2015, Johannesburg
New opportunities for exhibitors and trade visitors to Decorex Joburg to widen their business network have been announced by the organisers of Africa's largest décor, design and lifestyle exhibition. Read more >>

Practical power distribution
IDC Technologies - 5 Aug 2015 to 6 Aug 2015, Midrand, Johannesburg

Architecture + Interior Design Africa
Thebe Reed Exhibitions/Decorex SA - 6 Aug 2015, Johannesburg | 7 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

Energy Efficiency Forum for Cape Town
City of Cape Town - 11 Aug 2015, Cape Town

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