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Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation

The Pro Builder

Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation ibush Thu, 02/15/2024 - 15:31 Home builders can maximize efficiencies gained through simplification and standardization by automating both on-site and back-office operations Tony L. Consider the potential benefits of off-site construction to your current home building process.

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A Case (Study) for Off-Site Construction in Home Building

The Pro Builder

Off-site or industrialized construction methods potentially offer multiple advantages beyond a quieter jobsite and provide a path to build single-family homes much faster with a good framing crew. The bulk of the cost savings from Agorus’ method come from fewer days to build and the cost of labor required.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.

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The Best Security Systems for Commercial Buildings

CCR Magazine

Protecting your commercial building goes beyond locking the doors. Security Alarm Systems Security alarm systems serve as your building’s first line of defense against unauthorized entry. When triggered, they alert security teams, building management, and sometimes local law enforcement.

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The Critical Role of Utility Vegetation Management: Integrating AI and Digital Twins for Enhanced Safety and Reliability

Civil + Structural Engineer

Each vegetation encroachment area requires specialized crews and equipment capable of working near live power lines, often involving planned de-energization, arborists, and traffic control. This predictive capability optimizes resource allocation, potentially reducing outages by up to 15% through efficient scheduling.

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The Future of Scheduling

Civil + Structural Engineer

The schedule is the beating heart of every project, providing the road map that every team member will base their work around. Incorporating metrics related to key milestones, deliverables, and productivity targets can help coordinate and optimize labor, equipment, and material resources both within and across all projects of an organization.

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Safe Demolition: Controlled Building Project

CCR Magazine

Demolishing a building is a complex process that involves careful planning and execution to ensure safety and efficiency. Whether the structure is a small house or a large commercial building, each demolition project needs to comply with stringent regulations and safety standards.