Construction Dive

APRIL 11, 2024

Overall building material costs have now increased in every month of 2024, said Associated Builders and Contractors’ chief economist.

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Building Materials 394

Construction Dive

DECEMBER 13, 2023

IBM, Micron and Applied Materials want to build a chip research and development center in the state’s capital, Albany.

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Building Materials 380

Construction Dive

JUNE 11, 2020

The project team renovating the University of Delaware lab building had to rethink the job midstream as materials and workers became scarce, new jobsite cleanliness rules were required and much more.

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Building Materials 388

Construction Dive

MAY 13, 2024

By investing in solutions that enable more consistency and efficiency in the production of building materials and systems, the construction sector can put a dent in their labor problem.

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Building Materials 334

Construction Dive

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Targeted incentives and building code changes can support the transition to more climate-friendly building materials, say research, advocacy and industry groups.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 30, 2023

Reducing carbon emissions from building materials and construction will likely draw more local and state policy attention, experts say.

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Construction Placements

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Adoption of Bio-Based Building Materials: A Step Towards Sustainable Construction Bio-based building materials, including hempcrete and bamboo, are revolutionizing sustainable construction. Discover their environmental benefits, performance, and future potential as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional materials.

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Construction Dive

MAY 10, 2023

From autonomous buildings to alternative materials, these firms raised money recently via equity and debt financing, despite economic headwinds.

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Building Materials 334

The Pro Builder

MAY 28, 2024

It also means the homes have a smaller carbon footprint before and as they’re built—by reducing the emissions from all their materials. Especially as buildings get more efficient, embodied carbon represents a larger and larger slice of the total emissions a building is responsible for,” says Chris Magwood, manager, carbon-free buildings, RMI.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 8, 2023

.–( BUSINESS WIRE )– Prometheus Materials , a leader in sustainable building materials, announced today the achievement of remarkable results in the ASTM C423 sound-absorption testing of its ground-breaking bio-cement and bio-concrete technology.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 9, 2019

The new rule would require that 90% of the external building envelope for the first 75 feet of new construction and major alterations be made of bird-safe materials.

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Building Materials 332

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 11, 2023

[NEW YORK] Kaynemaile, a leading designer and manufacturer of architectural mesh, is a winner in Architectural Record magazine’s Record Products of 2023 (Building Systems and Components) in recognition of its full-scale sustainability initiatives. Makrolon® has been the consistent material solution for Kaynemaile for over a decade.

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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Plantd Finds First Farmer for Perennial Grass qpurcell Tue, 11/07/2023 - 12:25 Plantd , a manufacturer of carbon-capturing building materials, has partnered with a North Carolina farmer to plant 101 acres of perennial grass. Plantd’s factory will be automated, 100% electric, and multi-product capable.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 13, 2023

NEW YORK (July 11, 2023) – Mickey , a B2B technology company, announces the launch of its Mickey | Contractor Direct division, which will be focused on assisting contractors with building project order fulfillment – from product procurement to shipping updates and online payment functionality.

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Construction Dive

JULY 14, 2023

Respondents to a recent Construction Dive survey said they are combating the high price of building materials with a variety of tactics.

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Surveying Building Materials 296

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) is leading the way in modern building design, reshaping how we build, especially when it comes to mass timber. The core principlesreducing parts count and optimizing material usealign seamlessly with broader sustainability goals.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

are increasingly adopting sustainable building products and practices that conserve water, energy, and materials. are increasingly adopting sustainable building products and practices that conserve water, energy, and materials.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 21, 2024

Building Homes with ‘Legos on Steroids’ qpurcell Thu, 03/21/2024 - 10:48 A crew leader consults an assembly drawing with color-coded instructions, then calls out a color: blue, red, yellow. Replacing Concrete with Composite Blocks Photo courtesy RENCO USA RENCO’s proprietary building blocks replace concrete, steel, and wood.

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The Pro Builder

JULY 18, 2023

Eco Material Technologies , a Utah-based producer of sustainable cement alternatives, and Hive 3D , a Texas-based automated construction company, have partnered to build five vacation rentals in Round Top. To replace traditional cement, Eco Material uses fly ash and other pozzolanic materials.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Green Building Building Resilience 246

The Pro Builder

JUNE 15, 2023

Construction Prices Post Third Consecutive Monthly Decline ldeakins Thu, 06/15/2023 - 11:37 Residential construction costs are declining, but prices for some building materials continue to reach new highs Construction input prices are now 3.7% Read more Building Materials Construction Business Management Building Materials

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Building Materials Construction Management 246

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 10, 2024

According to Autodesk, the project will be built at about half the cost, time, and carbon footprint of a typical multifamily building in the San Francisco Bay Area. For instance, with Forma’s Rapid Noise Analysis, MBH tested the impact of noise from highway traffic on different building configurations.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Modular Construction Building Design 264

Prodyogi

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Cement is a leading building material in various construction applications. Knowing the high demand for this building material, we have multiple cement manufacturers around the world, each assuring high quality and strength. But as consumers, we cannot take their word for granted!

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Don’t Burn Straw—Build With It qpurcell Tue, 02/06/2024 - 09:50 After harvesting their rice and wheat crops, many farmers across the globe burn the straw that’s left on their fields. The company gathers straw that otherwise would go up in harmful flames and turns it into building boards. This practice accounts for 3.5%

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Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Sustainability Painting/finishing 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The Wisdome Stockholm building encompasses a wooden architectural design creating an arched-shaped room of 1,325 square meters. Stora Enso has been the main partner and delivered sustainable wooden construction materials for the project. Wisdome Stockholm is inaugurated today and will open to the public on 9 December.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

Combining Concrete and Offsite Manufacturing to Create Resilient Homes qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 12:53 Before it could build resilient , high-performing homes across the country, Onx Homes decided it first needed to prove it could do so in a challenging climate. This is not a theory. We have done it,” he says.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

In Part II of a two-part series, industry pros focus on the multiple benefits offered by offsite construction with increased challenges from inflation, labor shortages, materials availability, and a push to increase sustainability on construction projects. Ochs: To put it simply, using offsite construction saves time and money.

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Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 25, 2024

“This code change will benefit stakeholders across the residential design and construction spectrum by improving the quality of materials and workmanship for post-tensioned slab-on-ground floors,” said Tim Christle, Executive Vice President for PTI. Higher quality installation and stressing of PT materials by PTI-certified field personnel.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 23, 2023

EEBA Launches New Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation qpurcell Wed, 08/23/2023 - 09:54 The Energy & Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA) Academy has released a new training course for those interested in pursuing a Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation.

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Building Design Building Materials Energy Efficiency Building Codes 245

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 29, 2024

A key architectural element of the building was on the west projection, which featured a cantilever piece that stemmed out 25 feet beginning on the fifth floor. SKYDECK has low on-site material requirements due to early striking capabilities with the drophead and fast deployment of panels and beams.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Buildertrend Purchasing, a new exclusive rebates program, empowers builders to grow their bottom line and focus on what they do best: building and growing their businesses. We look forward to working together to provide builders with an unprecedented level of efficiency, cost savings and access to high-quality materials.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 15, 2024

The selection of material plays a big role in the success of the project, both in the short term and long term. Ensuring that the project can be completed on time, safely, and efficiently is also critical to a building’s overall performance. Among key considerations: How easy will the material be to install?

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 13, 2023

Bethlehem, PA – www.metal-buildings-institute.org – The Metal Buildings Institute (MBI) has released a new informational module, Quality and Craftsmanship 201 – Retrofit Roofing. A preview video is available on the Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA) YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@MBCEA.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 8, 2024

A System that Takes Developers and Builders from Design to Completion qpurcell Fri, 03/08/2024 - 11:41 When the team behind the design-build company Shibusa Systems researched the causes of the U.S. housing crisis, they determined that the escalating costs of land and materials weren’t the main issue. “We The upshot?

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Plumbing Systems Roofing Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 264

Construction Enquirer

MAY 23, 2023

million m² building blocks per year, equating to approximately 250,000 tonnes. Its Star Performer cellular block uses recycled aggregates and 24 % less material than a solid block. Through its two manufacturing facilities in Telford, Besblock currently produces around 1.7

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 2, 2023

But as it turns out, there may be bigger opportunities for the polystyrene foam to benefit our daily lives—and it comes in the form of building homes. Vero Building Systems , a building materials manufacturing company, has begun production of its lightweight structural concrete insulated panels (SCIP).

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

These megastores, who often complete renovations during off-hours, have realized the benefits of using tents for staging, materials storage, organization, equipment protection, safety and security, and providing impromptu meeting space for construction crews sheltered from the elements. Construction Company Inc.

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Material Storage Steel Fabrication Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials 246

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 22, 2024

Photo courtesy Carbon Limit What happens to the mineralized CO2 if the building gets torn down or the road gets torn up? Even if you break the concrete down, the CO2 stays intact as a solid material,” Sperry says. Concrete producers are way better and more efficient at making these materials. It’s stable, which is the best part.

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Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Controls Manufacturing 263