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What is Construction Forensics and Why does it Matters?

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Every building tells a story. Cracks in a slab, water intrusion, or premature deterioration are often symptoms of deeper issues. Construction forensics is the process of uncovering those causes by investigating why structures fail, age faster than expected, or don’t perform as intended. It is an engineering discipline that combines technical expertise with investigative methods …

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What are the Causes of Concrete Cracks?

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Concrete is one of the most widely used materials in construction because of its strength and durability. However, it is not immune to cracking. While some cracks are cosmetic, others would indicate deeper issues that can reduce its strength and could compromise the integrity and safety of a structure if left untreated. What are the …

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The Importance of Updated As-Built Drawings in Construction

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As-built drawings are the record of a structure as it was actually built, showing every detail of the completed work, including any modifications made during construction. But it only holds value if it is kept updated. Buildings evolve over time with refurbishments, upgrades, and maintenance works. Without updated drawings, what’s on paper may no longer …

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What is As-Built Drawing?

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As-built drawings are the record of a building or structure as it was actually constructed. Unlike design drawings that show what was planned, as-builts capture every adjustment and change made during construction. They include the final locations of structural elements, utilities, reinforcements, and services to provide an accurate snapshot of how the building truly exists …

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CFRP Strengthening: Lightweight, Durable, and Built to Last

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What is CFRP? Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) is a composite material made of high-strength carbon fibers bonded with a polymer resin. Originally popularised in aerospace and automotive industries for its strength-to-weight ratio, CFRP has now become one of the most effective solutions for structural strengthening in construction. Applied as sheets, wraps, or strips, CFRP …

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Sonicon Construction VNA Very Narrow Aisle

What is VNA and How is it Made Possible?

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VNA, or Very Narrow Aisle, is a warehouse storage solution designed to maximise capacity by reducing the aisle space between racking. Instead of wide aisles for conventional forklifts, VNA aisles can be as narrow as 1.5 to 2 metres, allowing more racks and higher density storage within the same footprint. However, the limited space makes …

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Save Time and Cut Waste for Malaysia’s Green Construction Future

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Malaysia’s construction industry is moving towards a greener future. From sustainable materials to improved practices, there is growing recognition that the built environment must reduce its environmental footprint. The Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) has also highlighted how sustainable construction is no longer optional, it’s the direction the industry must take. But sustainability is not …

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Rethinking Concrete Repair Works

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In the construction and property world, the word “repair” doesn’t always get the attention `it deserves. When there’s any sign of damage, weakness, or age, the prior and most common instinct is to tear down and rebuild. But not everything needs to be demolished. In many cases, the better solution is to scan, assess, and …

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Concrete Surface Preparation – Shot Blasting vs Diamond Grinding

Choosing the Right Surface Preparation

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When it comes to concrete surface preparation for coatings, overlays, or finishes, 2 methods dominate the field: Shot Blasting and Diamond Grinding. Both methods by SGi Tech are highly effective but they deliver very different results. Instead of choosing one over the other, it’s more valuable to understand what each method does best, and how …

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How Time-Saving Construction Solutions Cut Costs and Boost ROI

Time is Money

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In construction, cost control is often the loudest conversation in the room. But time is the quieter, more dangerous variable. Because every delay, every inefficient process, and every uninformed decision comes at a price. And that price is rarely just about materials or manpower. We’ve learned that the most powerful way to reduce cost is …

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