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Caterpillar unveils new Cat off-highway truck 

Plant & Civil Engineer

The shift to the aggregate industry, where we are automating fewer trucks that dont haul material 24 hours a day, is helping transform our technology and processes to manage smaller operations. The Cat 775 next generation truck has a planned introduction in 2026. Its redesigned suspension boasts a lower center of gravity.

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Stantec designs General Fusion’s new headquarters for state-of-the-art fusion campus

Civil + Structural Engineer

In the lab and industrial spaces, non-slip finishes for material handling operations, high bay lighting, and effective equipment layouts ensure safety and operational efficiency. The new interior features custom wood finishes with glass accents to provide visibility and line-of-sight through the offices.

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Read the Latest News on Lendlease’s Domestic Results, Redeveloping Castle Hill Primary School in UK, Extended Warranty Terms Affect Construction Processes, and UK Builders Start 2 Gw Subsea HVDC Cable

UK Construction Blog

He added that the initiatives were financially unsuccessful due of the escalating expense of materials. Developers and builders are more likely to use high-quality materials and adhere strictly to building codes when the guarantee duration is extended. In the second half of FY25, he predicted that building will be profitable again.

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Los Angeles Contractor Licensing and Insurance Requirements: What the Pros Need to Know

Contractors Liability Blog

Who Handles Contractor Licensing in Los Angeles? Contractors doing work worth $500 or more (this includes labor and materials) must have a valid license from the state. Key Takeaways Working as a contractor in Los Angeles means you have to handle many tasks, but licensing and insurance should be your top priorities.

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Learn About the Latest News on UK Construction Expenses Jump to 3.8%, Frustration Across Business as UK Recession and Building Slowdown Numbers Emerge and London Affordable Housing Construction Has Stalled

UK Construction Blog

The report urges project teams to act in these areas to handle uncertainty and save money: Start using modular construction. This will mitigate local skills and materials shortages, reducing building cost uncertainty. Skills and materials shortages raise costs nationwide. 2: Be sustainable throughout.

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Five strategic trends for construction in EMEA in 2023

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Companies are certainly struggling with higher interest rates, increased material costs and uncertainties. Sustainability is not just about constructing green buildings and using low-impact materials. 1 Prepare for a challenging year As recently as April 2022, Technavio was forecasting year-on-year growth of 4.4%

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Maximizing Project Value with Construction Management Platforms.

iField Smart

from 2021 to 2026, according to a report by Mordor Intelligence. Handling site logistics : Construction sites can be chaotic and unpredictable, with multiple activities happening simultaneously. GCs must manage site logistics, including traffic flow, material storage, and equipment movement.