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

The Pro Builder

At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. Fortunately, the implementation of off-site construction practices is one approach that can help solve these challenges.

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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Water/Stormwater

Civil + Structural Engineer

Alpha Testing, a UES company, was chosen by the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) to provide quality control/construction materials testing services to multiple project teams. Bois d’Arc Lake will span 16,641 acres. The dam is two miles long and 90-feet tall, with a 110-foot-tall intake tower. C Below, Inc.,

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Commercial Construction Project Management: Managing What You Don’t Control

Commercial Construction Blog

I wouldn’t go so far as to call myself a control freak, but as a national general contractor, it’s part of the job description to be the one calling the shots and telling everyone what to do on a complex commercial construction project. One recent project we bid even had the pre-fabricated steel structure of a building as an OFI.

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Building Bigger to Benefit from Economies of Scale

Wolgast Corporation

The overall price tag may be more, but a bigger building will get better value per square foot than a littler building, based on similar material selection. This information can help an owner plan for their business’ future. The cost of these decreases per “unit” the more you buy.

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Essential Tips for Securely Storing Construction Materials

PN - Project Management

"Poor storage of construction materials can result in the materials being damaged or stolen." ​Ensuring the safety and integrity of the construction materials needed to complete a build is a huge priority. After all, securely storing construction materials is a logistical necessity and crucial to project success!

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To Meet Current Challenges and Future Needs, We Need to Reinvent Home Building

The Pro Builder

In essence, our society is in a revised pioneering era where the future of home building is being reinvented due to a host of factors (climate, behavior patterns, worker and materials shortages) that redirect consumer and builder needs. Emerging Construction Methods The U.S. In the U.K.,

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Construction Resource Management – Optimizing Resources for Efficiency & Cost Savings

iField Smart

With complex supply chains, fluctuating material costs, workforce availability, and increasing project demands, construction resource management has become essential for maintaining efficiency, minimizing costs, and adhering to timelines. This includes workforce scheduling, productivity tracking, and addressing labor shortages.