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    News Archive for June 2023

    Steel Institute introduces sustainability index

    In a bid to assist in reducing greenhouse emissions from the steel value chain, the Australian Steel Institute has launched Steel Sustainability Australia (SSA), which will assist steel companies in becoming environmentally and socially sustainable.


    How to clean exposed concrete surfaces

    To keep it looking its best, though, you need to learn how to clean exposed concrete to maintain its look for years to come.


    The ultimate guide to fire extinguishers

    When it comes to choosing the right fire extinguisher, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Different types of fires require different types of extinguishers.


    Checkpoint secures site safety at New Footscray Hospital development

    Checkpoint is helping to secure the safety of the New Footscray Hospital development located on the corner of Geelong and Ballarat Roads in Footscray, Victoria.


    Glare control and solar gain reduction achieved at London building with Ambience roller blinds

    The architect paid particular attention to glare and solar gain reduction in order to meet the BREEAM criteria.


    Batteries are the environmental Achilles heel of electric vehicles – unless we repair, reuse and recycle them

    Electric vehicle advocates say the cars ultimately have a smaller carbon footprint than their fossil-fuelled counterparts and could resolve our energy concerns for good.


    Enware’s Smart Flow wins Good Design Award for design excellence and innovation

    The Smart Flow system from Enware Australia won top honours at the 64th Good Design Awards held in Sydney in September 2022.


    Havwoods South Yarra showroom channels natural tones and finishes to showcase products

    Having established a successful presence in Melbourne, Victoria, we at Havwoods made the decision to relocate the Victorian showroom to the bustling design and lifestyle hub of Melbourne's South Yarra.


    Make the most of the winter sun with Louvretec Sun Louvre systems

    If you're looking to maximise the winter sun, a Louvretec Sun Louvre system offers an ideal solution.


    Lanes panels balance aesthetics and acoustics in open plan Designwell office

    Office spaces present unique challenges to designers. Often, the fitout must balance the restrictions of a pre-existing space with the practical needs of the individuals who work there. Designwell, a New Zealand-based design studio, recently sought out Autex Acoustics to help meet these demands for their office upgrade.


    The latest trends in green building materials and products

    There are a great many decisions that architects and designers need to make when creating a sustainable building or structure. Everything from form, to orientation, to intensive light calculations, can have significant impacts on the efficiency and sustainability profile of the project. But perhaps none of these decisions is as important as choosing what to build with.


    Lendlease and City of Melbourne to invigorate Queen Victoria Market

    The City of Melbourne has announced that Lendlease will join forces with the Council to revitalise the garden city’s Queen Victoria Market precinct.


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