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Ways to Improve Home Building Productivity, Part 2: Automation

The Pro Builder

Construction Automation In my first job with a large-volume home builder, I saw firsthand the value of making as much of the house—wall panels, roof trusses, floor systems, stairs, millwork, and other components—as possible in a factory-controlled setting and delivering them to the jobsite on a just-in-time schedule.

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

Civil + Structural Engineer

Utility Vegetation Management (UVM) is highly complex and represents a significant cost burden on utility operations and maintenance (O&M) budgets. 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.

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Stantec to acquire ZETCON Engineering, a leading German infrastructure firm

Civil + Structural Engineer

ZETCON oversaw the work of five specialized companies mapping the 1,000-metre-wide corridor, while managing scheduling and cost control, risk management, and contract management. Independent engineer for the EUR600 million (CAD$885 million) expansion of Highway A6.

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

The Pro Builder

The approach also has the potential to help builders and developers achieve profitability with product that’s attainable for entry-level and first-time buyers—a badly underserved demographic with few options in many markets due to high land, materials, and labor costs and the long cycle times associated with on-site stick-built homes.

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ENGEO expands leadership team in 2023

Civil + Structural Engineer

Brooks has a vast knowledge of California geology and expertise in the area of rock mechanics, geologic hazards including fault mapping, landslide characterization, and remediation. Victoria specializes in stormwater management, erosion control, construction dewatering and discharge, and regulatory compliance.

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Prefab ADUs: A Rising Trend in Affordable Housing and Off-Site Construction Solutions

The Pro Builder

Research shows that off-site construction could potentially produce 20% in cost savings compared with on-site building construction and, when building in a factory environment, project time lines can be accelerated by around 20% to 50%.

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The Best Security Systems for Commercial Buildings

CCR Magazine

For commercial applications, access control provides granular security management. Integration capabilities make access control particularly valuable for businesses. Options range from manually operated barriers to sophisticated automated gates with remote control, keypad access, or integration with access control systems.