Roof gardens! Sounds like a great idea right? You see them in movies on the tops of New York apartments and they are known to be great for the environment, but how realistic are they to actually build? A lot of professionals in the building industry are wary of designing roof gardens and with every justification. This is because incorrectly specified or badly constructed roof gardens can wreak havoc with in the underlying structure. This being said, creating them can be a hugely rewarding process because, essentially, you’re maintaining a living structure and that requires consistent work and long-term commitment. But don’t

A question we are often asked… At Screed Worx we are often asked by people, “Are Screed Floors Cold?”. Will you believe me when I tell you that a screed floor can actually be warmer than stone or tiles? We know it doesn’t seem like it should make sense, but here is why. Cement has a very high thermal mass, which really just means that it can hold temperature. So, for Winter on our doorstep, your cement based floor will keep your room nice and cozy. Once the heaters are switched off your do floor will absorb and retain the heat. This

Quartz Carpet from Screed Worx celebrates nature’s unparalleled craftsmanship, refined over millions of years. This exquisite flooring system is born from quartz stones that have been smoothed by ancient glacial rivers, delivering a sensory experience like no other. The smooth stones underfoot offer a unique tactile sensation and bring the natural world’s beauty into your space. A Seamless Surface for a Sophisticated World Recognized globally as a leader in seamless quartz flooring systems, Quartz Carpet offers an unmatched seamless aesthetic that effortlessly elevates any environment. Its organic texture and luxurious finish create a surface that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to

Hitachi Construction Machinery will rename itself LANDCROS in April 2027. This strategic move shows their commitment to new innovations. The change brings fresh branding but retains the company’s renowned manufacturing excellence and trusted dealer support. The name change represents the next phase of the company’s accelerated innovation, aiming to deliver enhanced value and future-focused solutions. The name LANDCROS symbolizes guidance toward the future, combining “LAND” with “Customer,” “Reliable,” “Open,” and “Solutions.” This reflects the company’s mission to provide innovative technologies. Hidehiko Matsui, CEO and chairman of Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas, stated: “Hitachi Construction Machinery started as a part of Hitachi Ltd. in

Amid great anticipation from customers across Southern Africa, Babcock is introducing the new generation Volvo articulated haulers and excavators. The new ranges have been updated with some of the most exciting features, meeting customer needs in areas of productivity, operator comfort, safety and efficiency, resulting in lower total cost of ownership. Following their global introduction in January this year, the new generation articulated dump trucks (ADTs) and their excavator counterparts from Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) have generated a buzz across the global earthmoving equipment market. Customers in Southern Africa can finally get their hands onto these new machines, with Babcock set to officially