Latham Australia Blog (10)

Jan 5, 2016 Posted by Latham Australia

The 5 most exciting construction projects in the world right now

The global construction industry witnessed some extraordinary examples of ingenuity. Concepts such as smart buildings and vertical gardens featured in headlines, and builders and architects around the world worked together to transform the industry and break away from tradition.

Dec 3, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Apprenticeships at Barangaroo

It’s that time of year when school leavers all across Australia celebrate their freedom. But for many graduates that joy will be short lived, as the sobering prospect of job hunting and embarking on a new career sets in.

Nov 30, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

[INFOGRAPHIC] Inside Barangaroo

Recently opening its first stage of development to the public, the multi-million dollar Barangaroo project is anticipated to redefine the way Sydney's local residents and visitors live, work and relax. Built along Sydney's former Darling harbour east precinct, Barangaroo marks one of Australia's mos...

Nov 5, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Global Warming's Impact On The Construction Industry: An Infographic

As the impacts of climate change become increasingly visible, with more extreme temperatures and severe weather conditions, buildings must adapt in order to accommodate their environment. Here we highlight some of the major environmental challenges climate change is expected to create throughout the...

Sep 29, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

6 after market upgrades for a safer environment

As contractors, employees and stakeholders in the constructions industry, we have a mutual responsibility in ensuring that buildings meet safety standards so that preventable injuries and damage is avoided. Building a safer environment should never be an afterthought, but in some cases — such as old...

Aug 4, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

How to properly specify expansion joints

Mechanical expansion joint covers are designed to accommodate structural movement in a building due to thermal shrinkage and expansion of a building’s structure, or the impact of environmental factors like seismic activity. However, because expansion joints are manufactured differently according to ...

Aug 4, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

What makes Latham’s products different from other products on the market

Are you looking to install the right product in your latest engineering project, but can’t tell the difference between what alternate companies are offering? They may all seem one and the same, but when you’re considering a structural component like expansion joint covers, there’s a huge divergence ...

Aug 4, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

The impact of climate change on mechanical expansion joints between concrete slabs

Climate change adaptation strategies have become increasingly important to Australian engineers, architects and designers in order to remain competitive in the construction industry. While some people remain sceptical of the impact of global warming, the fact is that investors are now looking ahead ...

Jul 1, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Praising award winning small contractors

At Latham, we like to keep an eye out for local businesses and contractors doing well within the building and construction industry. Whether they're new up-and-comers to the industry or long-established businesses who started small and have gone on to to achieve great things, we think they should be...

Jun 29, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Where to use tactile indicator studs

Without a vision impairment, the application of tactile indicator studs (also known as tactile ground surface indicators) in your building project may not be foremost on your mind.

Jun 29, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Non-traditional ways to promote your business

If you’re operating a small business or working as an independent contractor within the building and construction industry, it’s unlikely you’ll have the time or the specific resources needed to engage a full-scale, in-house marketing initiative.

Jun 4, 2015 Posted by Latham Australia

Are Cheap Safety Product Substitutes Really Worth It?

When it comes to a new construction project, your clients will typically have one goal that will supercede all others; for everything to be as cheap as possible, and for the whole project to be within - or dare we say it, under budget. As a result, contractors and tradies in the construction industr...

The 5 most exciting construction projects in the world right now

The 5 most exciting construction projects in the world right now

Apprenticeships at Barangaroo

[INFOGRAPHIC] Inside Barangaroo

Global Warming's Impact On The Construction Industry: An Infographic

6 after market upgrades for a safer environment

How to properly specify expansion joints

What makes Latham’s products different from other products on the market

The impact of climate change on mechanical expansion joints between concrete slabs

Praising award winning small contractors

Where to use tactile indicator studs

Non-traditional ways to promote your business

Are Cheap Safety Product Substitutes Really Worth It?

Design Safety Checklist

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