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Renting vs. Owning: The Scaffolding Dilemma

Civil + Structural Engineer

Top Considerations for Construction Professionals When undertaking a new construction project, the mathematics involved are usually very complex. The selection of material plays a big role in the success of the project, both in the short term and long term. Among key considerations: How easy will the material be to install?

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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. 3 Ways to Automate Residential Construction and Increase Productivity 1.

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THINKING OUTSIDE THE STEEL BOX: How the Tent Industry Is Currently Solving 

Civil + Structural Engineer

On-Site Construction Staging & Storage Doug Hardin , P.E., The versatile structures have come into their own in a whole new way — appearing on the scene at large construction sites of major national grocery and retail chains including Target, Whole Foods, and many others. Tamarack Grove Engineering Brian J. Sielaff , P.E.,

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AI in Home Building. What Now? What Next?

The Pro Builder

AI in Home Building. ibush Fri, 02/16/2024 - 10:00 Artificial intelligence is coming to home building. How can builders use AI in new-home construction? But how can home builders use AI in new-home construction? Start with this primer Paul Deffenbaugh Science fiction writer Arthur C. ai for home builders What is AI?

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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Transportation & Infrastructure

Civil + Structural Engineer

Terminal C’s design successfully navigated an aggressive four-year construction schedule without disrupting airport operations. Construction Management Co.: Construction on the extension portion of Sunport went to bid in April 2021, and the new roadway was completed in June 2023.

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CHRYSO & GCP Admixtures Expedite Delaware Memorial Bridge Project

Civil + Structural Engineer

The construction work could only be performed during specific timeframes when traffic volumes were relatively lower. UHPC is an exceptionally strong and durable concrete material which often includes a large amount of fiber reinforcement and super-plasticizing agents.

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The Future of Scheduling

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Garrett Harley, Product Marketing Director, Oracle Construction & Engineering As the world pivots into a new, AI-powered future, many industries are changing rapidly to accommodate new tools and new capabilities. One long-entrenched process—creating the schedule—is an area that has long been in need of a makeover.