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A Homebuilding Factory that Comes to You

The Pro Builder

Young people don’t want to be construction workers,” he says. And second, while other industries have gained productivity and efficiency in recent decades, construction largely hasn’t. To explain his company’s manufacturing solution, Gampel first distinguishes it from other efforts to industrialize construction.

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Offsite vs. Onsite Construction Part 2

Civil + Structural Engineer

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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Black Buffalo Hits Print on First Internationally Code Compliant 3D-Printed Home

The Pro Builder

“We are excited to be printing a home in a densely populated area that will provide more people with an opportunity to witness the future of construction. The NEXCON Printer is a modular printing system that, upon set up, can print the walls of a 40-foot by 40-foot home in under 30 hours. Black Buffalo 3D-printed home building process.

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Snowy 2.0 project progress

Roads Online

In 2019, SnowyHydro commenced construction of the Snowy 2.0 These approvals allowed construction to start on the project’s underground power station, waterways and access tunnels, as well as other supporting infrastructure. TBM’s celebrate women in STEM The main mode of machinery being used on the Snowy 2.0 The Snowy 2.0

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Everything You Need To Know About Modular Construction

cnstrctr

Modular construction, it’s one of the hot words in construction right now and rightfully so. Modular construction is a way of re-thinking how we typically build. What Is Modular Construction? What Are Some Examples of Modular Construction? Ramps and Stairs.

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The Versatility Of Shipping Containers In Modern Construction

Construction Marketing

In recent years, the innovative use of shipping containers has redefined the boundaries of construction. Today, they are transformed into dynamic building materials, marking a significant shift in construction methodologies. Their uniform dimensions make them ideal for modular designs.

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Efficient Home Construction: Optimizing Rim Transport Frames

CCR Magazine

Learn how to incorporate prefabrication and modular design for efficiency. This requires paying close attention to the specifications of these frames and how they affect different construction phases. Using prefabrication for rim transport frames fits well with lean construction ideas.