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Foamed concrete or AAC: which material is better for building a house?
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Frequently asked questions
Where is modern construction headed?
What drives industry development?
Climate change, digitalization, regulation, consumer demand for sustainability, and the need to reduce construction and operating costs.
How has construction changed in recent years?
Over the past five years, BIM, 3D printing, robotics, smart materials, and IoT systems have been introduced. Building energy efficiency is up about 40%, while build times have fallen by ~25%.
What challenges does the industry face?
Shortages of skilled labor, high costs of new technologies, meeting environmental standards, and designing for climate adaptation.
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