The population is on the rise, and as a result, the rural communities have found it necessary to look for decentralised ways of treating the wastewater which they produce in their homes. The systems are amazing because they offer a long-term solution to waste management. However, not many people follow the proper processes in managing the systems, which means tha
The health risk posed by asbestos cannot be understated;641 Australians died from mesothelioma, a type of cancer caused by asbestos, in 2014 alone. Due to its use as a building material a few decades ago there are still traces of it in homes and offices today. It is imperative that you know how to shield yourself and others from the effects of asbestos. Here are some
Several companies that develop air conditioning devices are now pushing the boundary of innovation. The ultimate aim of new developments is to make ACs more efficient and environmental friendly. The realisation is that most homes use old cooling units that use energy-intensive compressors, which translates to high utility bills. Furthermore, most air conditioning syst
A tackifier is a substance that can be used to bind the particles of the hydromulch and the soil after application. Several factors should be considered when selecting a tackifier to use during the hydromulching process. This article discusses some of those factors. The Formulation Tackifiers are available either as a liquid or a powder formulation. Each comes with it
Different civil engineering approaches can be adopted in the quest to cool or heat a building using solar energy. This article discusses some of the approaches that can be helpful as your structure is constructed. Shades Shades prevent the building from absorbing high amounts of solar heat. Numerous techniques can be used to achieve this effect. For example, the struc