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    News Archive for February 2024

    Explained – the science behind the ‘magic’ of switchable glass

    If you’ve ever seen switchable glass in action, you’ve probably wondered about the ‘magic’. While it’s obviously a cool and innovative piece of technology, it’s the opposite of magic.


    Coming soon – Zenith surfaces by Stone Ambassador

    We’re redefining decorative surfaces, with a safe and sustainable focus.


    150 Years of Tomorrow – Pioneering new standards in the sanitary industry since 1874

    Geberit’s journey of innovation began in 1874 as a one-man business in the historic Swiss town of Rapperswil on Lake Zurich. One of the earliest inventions by company founder Albert Gebert was a lead-lined wooden cistern, Phoenix, developed in 1905, which went into series production in 1909 and became the cornerstone of the company’s success.


    Cosentino opens new design hub in Melbourne

    Cosentino, global leader in the stone industry and pioneer in innovative and sustainable surfaces for architecture and design, has opened its second City Centre in the Oceania region.


    Co-working giants unveil debut Australian space

    Co-working office operator The Great Room by Industrious has cut the ribbon on its maiden Australian space, located on Castlereagh Street in the heart of the Sydney CBD.


    Fire is a chemical reaction. Here’s why Australia is supremely suited to it

    Over the last 15 million years, Australia has slowly dried out. After humans arrived more than 65,000 years ago, they learned to use fire to their advantage. Today, fire weather is getting more frequent – and fires are following as the world heats up. This month, fires have flared in Victoria, destroying 46 houses, while Western Australia endures a heatwave and braces for potential fires.


    Australia’s demand for American hardwood goes up a gear

    Export figures released by the American Hardwood Export Council indicate a soaring demand for American Red Oak across Australia, as US hardwood lumber exports increased by 22 percent between Australia and the US in 2023, valued at $32 million.


    Secure your assets cost-effectively with wireless commercial access control

    Embrace the future, where wires are out, and wireless is in. Your budget will thank you, your security will salute you, and your access control will never be the same again.


    Everything you need to know about Green Star and NABERS

    Now it is more important than ever to obtain a higher NABERS energy star rating and reduce operating and emissions costs as the Australian property sector shifts towards a more sustainable future.


    Bueno and Setmetrics become first Australian companies to join Siemens Xcelerator platform

    As the first two Australian companies to join the Siemens Xcelerator ‘ecosystem’, Bueno and Setmetrics will also benefit from having access to global markets via the platform.


    Tempio facades help achieve design vision at Yarrila Place in Coffs Harbour

    At DCA Facade, we are proud to have been a part of the remarkable transformation of Yarrila Place, a dynamic cultural and civic space in the heart of Coffs Harbour, NSW.


    Asbestos in mulch? Here’s the risk if you’ve been exposed

    Mulch containing asbestos has now been found at 41 locations in New South Wales, including Sydney parks, schools, hospitals, a supermarket and at least one regional site. Tests are under way at other sites.


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