UTM
Construction Research Centre
Advancing construction knowledge through research,
collaboration, and industry partnerships since 2012.
About CRC
Bridging academia, industry & government in construction research
“Established Since 2012, UTM Construction Research Centre (UTM CRC) serves as a vital hub for collaboration between academia, government, and the construction industry. We offer multidisciplinary expertise in research and consultancy, supported by state of the art laboratory facilities and advanced CAE/CAD computing tools.”
Established
Expert Fellows
Laboratories
Network Partners
What We Do
Professional Consultation
Expert advisory for construction challenges
Workshop & training
Courses and seminars for industry professionals
Testing & analysis
Full-scale structural and materials testing
Research & development
Multidisciplinary construction research
The people behind CRC
Qualified academic staff and fellows across civil, mechanical, and structural engineering
Assoc. Prof. IR. Dr. Shek Poi Ngian
Director
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Steel connection
Multi-storey frames
Load bearing
Assoc. Prof. IR. Ts. Dr. Hasanah Abdul Shukor Lim
Deputy Director / Research Fellow
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Composite materials
Geopolymer concrete
Dr. Shafiq Bin Ishak
research fellow
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Cement and concrete
Low-carbon cement
Materials characterization
Energy storage in buildings
Ts. Dr. Suzila binti Mohd
Research Fellow
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Composite materials
Geopolymer concrete
World-class research infrastructure
Lab 01
Heavy Structures & Concrete Laboratory
Full-scale testing of structural elements including columns, beams, frames, and trusses. Equipped with multipurpose testing frames capable of tensile, compression, bending, and dynamic loading.
Full-scale structural testing | Materials testing | Dynamic loading
Lab 02 · Flagship
Furnace Laboratory (CFTL)
The only laboratory in Malaysia capable of testing beams in high-heat conditions up to 1,700°C under loads of up to 1,000kN. Purpose-built for fire resistance research and consultation.
Only in Malaysia | Up to 1,700°C | Fire resistance testing
What we’re working on
CMRG
Construction Materials Research Group
High-performance concrete, fibre reinforced materials, sustainable and self-healing concrete solutions.
ACIS
Advanced Construction & Innovative Structures
Steel connection systems, multi-storey frames, composite structures, and innovative building systems.
CMRG
Construction Materials Research Group
High-performance concrete, fibre reinforced materials, sustainable and self-healing concrete solutions.
A global network of partners
Collaborating with universities, research institutes, government bodies, and industry partners across Malaysia and beyond.
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Interested in column fire testing?
Whether for academic research, industry certification, or consulting — get in touch with our CFTL team directly
