Construction Technology Innovation Laboratory

Advancing construction technologies through innovation.

The Construction Technology Innovation Laboratory (CTIL) provides a platform for Singapore-based construction companies and SIT researchers to carry out applied research and develop innovative technologies for building structures and sub-structures with societal and economic impact. CTIL is a collaboration between SIT and Woh Hup Pte Ltd, one of Singapore’s largest privately-owned construction and civil engineering companies.

We are committed to develop innovative and disruptive construction technologies through applied research, translate innovative technologies from laboratory to site and provide specialized training and support talent development.

Partnering CTIL

Addressing Industrial Needs

Technology Thrust: Use the latest technology to develop new innovative solutions to advance Singapore’s construction industry.
Translational Strategy: Focus on translating technologies to improve site safety and productivity, cost efficiency and reduce site labour and manpower requirement.
Upskilling Programme: Help construction professionals to deepen their knowledge and skills through upskilling training programmes.

Applied Research Working Model

CTIL, SIT and industry partners will co-fund the applied research projects.
CTIL will also apply for external funding from government agencies to further develop projects in partnership with industry.
Intellectual Property will be jointly owned by SIT, Woh Hup and industry partners.

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Building a Sustainable Future One Beam at a Time

Chua Guan Feng has developed a novel sustainable construction solution for his Industrial Master’s at SIT, where he acquired the building blocks for success.

2024 JTC Industry Seminar on Innovations in Structural Engineering and the Book Launch of 'Design of High-Performance Pre-Engineered Steel Concrete Composite Beams for Sustainable Construction'

On 31 August 2024, JTC hosted the 2024 Industry Seminar on Innovations in Structural Engineering Systems, bringing together over 250 representatives from 70 companies, agencies, and institutions in the built environment sector. The seminar showcased groundbreaking innovations in structural engineering systems, developed in collaboration with partners, including the Singapore Institute of Technology, Nanyang Technological University Singapore, National University of Singapore, and SEN Engineering.

CTIL Team Wins Cement & Concrete Research First Prize: Best Student Paper at the 43rd Annual Cement and Concrete Science Conference

Assistant Professor Zhao Mingshan, along with project team members Ms Jamie Chong and Mr Chua Guan Feng, represented the Construction Technology Innovation Laboratory (CTIL) at the 43rd Annual Cement and Concrete Science Conference, held at Queen’s University Belfast, United Kingdom, from 9 to 11 September 2024.

Soaring Higher: HISTEEL Changes the Building Game

A new welding protocol formulated by two SIT professors has unlocked stronger, yet lighter steel for construction use and clinched the Applied Research Excellence Award at the SIT University Awards 2024.

2024 CTIL Technical Seminar on Innovations in Design and Construction of Concrete Structures and Launch of Design Guide on Headed Bars

On 19 July 2024, CTIL hosted a full-day technical seminar at Ho Bee Auditorium, SIT@Dover, focusing on Innovations in the design and construction of concrete structures.

2024 CTIL Technical Seminar - Launch of Design Guide on Headed Bars

Latest Innovations In Steel Construction and Launch of BC1 :2023

CTIL held a half-day technical seminar on 5th June 2023 to witness the launch of latest 3rd edition of BC1:2023 at Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT).

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