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A Continued Push: Digitalization & Environmental Permitting

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers In many ways, the recent push towards AI-enabled products is part of an even longer push towards digitization throughout the AEC industry. Lance also points out recent dramatic changes to federal environmental regulations, adding the need for “the regulated community [to remain] agile amid the changes.”

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4222 Integration Loop: Understanding Its Functionality and Applications

Construction Daily News

Its strategic location allows for efficient distribution of a wide range of products, from household items to tech gadgets. The center plays a vital role in Amazon’s business model, ensuring quick delivery times and a wide selection of products for customers. Covering 3.73

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VAT Specialists and Property Development: Navigating the VAT Review Process

UK Construction Blog

Value-added tax (VAT) is a tax applied to goods and services at each stage of production and distribution. VAT specialists are professionals who can help property developers understand and comply with VAT regulations. VAT is also payable on the sale of new buildings, with certain exemptions and reduced rates applicable.

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How To Enhance Construction Machinery Performance 

CCR Magazine

Construction machinery refers to a wide range of heavy-duty vehicles, specially designed equipment, and tools used for construction, farming, and earthmoving tasks. They help improve efficiency, safety, and productivity on construction sites and farms. Bulldozers are essential for land clearing, grading, and road construction.

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2 Hudson Square: A New Landmark in New York City’s Architectural Landscape

Construction Daily News

The development of 2 Hudson Square marks a significant milestone in the transformation of the Hudson Square area into a vibrant mixed-use destination. Many former warehouses and industrial buildings were repurposed into lofts and studios, creating a distinct urban character.

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

Levelset

Governments balance the needs of both by requiring contractors, property owners, and others involved in construction to mitigate the effect of building activity on the environment, including air, water, and animal and plant life. In general, these laws apply to both contractors on the jobsite and the owner of the completed building.

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Complete Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet: US and AU Specific

Buildern

In this article, we’re serving up a construction terminology cheat sheet to demystify the jargon used in the United States (US) and Australia (AU). Importance of Construction Terminology Building terms and unique collocations are like the secret sauce that makes communication in the industry smooth and efficient.