An A–Z of building pathology for APC | Journals

Bricks: a variety of defects can arise in brickwork, primarily resulting from poor design, materials, specification or detailing. Examples include frost damage, soluble salts on the building surface known as efflorescence, staining – for example, vanadium salts, iron or manganese – sulphate attack, and weathering of mortar joints. Being able to identify the defect and diagnose […]

Stretching roofing budgets further: The case for silicone coatings in 2026

Photos courtesy Everroof It is a challenging time to be a roofing contractor. The tariffs have increased costs and created supply chain delays. While there is an optimistic outlook for roofing opportunities in 2026, currently, building owners and property managers are hesitant to move forward with projects. Contractors, however, play an important role as honest […]

Expansion Joints Market in South-Eastern Asia | Report – IndexBox

Executive Summary The South-Eastern Asia expansion joints market is a critical component of the region’s industrial and infrastructure backbone, experiencing a phase of robust transformation driven by sustained economic development. As of the 2026 analysis, the market is characterized by increasing demand across both traditional and emerging sectors, necessitating reliable solutions for thermal movement, vibration, […]