This year’s Nobel Prize for Physics has been awarded to scientists Emeritus Prof John Hopfield and Prof Geoffrey Hinton “for foundational discoveries and inventions that enable machine learning with artificial…
Imagine a construction sector guided not only by technology but knowledge uniquely connected to the rich heritage of Aotearoa. This is the hopes of the Ngākopa Construction 4.0 kairangahau…
In today’s world, the safety of buildings and bridges is essential. Whether it’s ensuring that skyscrapers can withstand the impacts of an earthquake, or that bridges remain steady during a…
What if we could make buildings stronger, greener, and easier to reuse after an earthquake? This is the rangahau (research) that HERA, in collaboration with our Construction 4.0 research…
A decision support tool is a computer-based tool that assists decision-making. The tools analyse data to evaluate a range of options and identify the optimal option. They are most useful…
When it comes to protecting structural steel from the harshest environments, the right industrial coating can mean the difference between long-lasting performance and costly failure. Understanding AS/NZS 5131 compliance can…
HERA’s latest study indicates that with the right design choices, carbon emissions can be cut by more than 50% – starting today. A HERA-led study indicates that readily achieving…
Steel structures are the backbone of modern infrastructure, but even minor imperfections in welded joints can dramatically impact their performance. HERA’s recent rangahau (research) has uncovered how seemingly small…
HERA is excited to announce that starting from today we have a new team member joining our Fabrication 4.0 team as Senior Welding Engineer – Patrick Fenemor. Patrick brings…
This past June, I had the privilege to attend the 13th International Conference on Structures in Fire (SiF), held at the University of Coimbra, Portugal. Over three-days engineers and researchers from…
The future of vocational education in Aotearoa is at a critical juncture, and your input could make all the difference. The Minister for Tertiary Education and Skills, Hon Penny…
Transitioning the construction sector to a circular economy is not just about reducing emissions today but ensuring our buildings and materials are part of an ongoing cycle that benefits future…