Construction Dive
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Tammy Meyen recently joined the International Training Institute in a role designed to help entice nontraditional workers to join the construction industry.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
AUBURN, Ala. — The Auburn University Board of Trustees recently approved the beginning phases of a $15 million research lab for the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. The object is to make transit vehicles more efficient with increased levels of safety and reduced emissions. The Vehicle Research and Innovation Laboratory project is proposed as a testing facility to address challenges faced by transit vehicle manufacturers in adopting low- or no-emissions technologies.
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Construction Dive
DECEMBER 13, 2023
IBM, Micron and Applied Materials want to build a chip research and development center in the state’s capital, Albany.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
on Concrete Repairs Is it possible to give concrete too much protection against reinforcement corrosion? Research indicates that this is so, although no consensus exists on the exact mechanisms and how to avoid it. However, following logical reasoning, Cortec ® recommends applying Migrating Corrosion Inhibitors to mitigate the problem. What Is Overprotection?
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Construction Dive
DECEMBER 13, 2023
A growing number of contractors face difficulties in securing new work, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.
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Construction Dive
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Amid a challenging venture capital environment and the struggles of their larger peers, contech startups continue to find fundraising success.
The Pro Builder
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Chicago's West Side to Get New $40M Affordable Housing Development ibush Wed, 12/13/2023 - 10:41 The groundbreaking ceremony for the affordable housing project in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood included the mayor's announcement that the city will make efforts to streamline its housing development process Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s long-held dream of creating affordable housing on Chicago’s West Side is finally being realized.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Alfa Laval, the global leader in heat transfer, centrifugal separation, and fluid handling, and Bisviridi, a new company part of the BioteCH4 group, the leading anaerobic digestion (AD) operator in the United Kingdom, are collaborating to elevate the sustainability potential of organic and food waste recycling. The partnership integrates Alfa Laval’s state-of-the-art Prodec Oil Plus decanter, designed for efficient oil separation, with anaerobic digestion (AD) to convert oil and fats waste
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
National Grid has handed out £1.8bn worth of contracts to build the Eastern Green Link 1 project which plans to connect England and Scotland with an electricity “superhighway”. The post Contracts handed out for £2.5bn electricity ‘superhighway’ between Scotland and England appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
IRVING, Texas – Joshua Goldberg, business development manager of Asahi/America, Inc. (Lawrence, MA), has been appointed chair of the Technical Committee of the Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI). The announcement was made today by the association’s board of directors. PPI is the major North American trade association representing the plastics pipe industry.
For Construction Pros
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The more an AI video surveillance system can be fine-tuned to a unique jobsite, the faster and more accurately the system can deter criminal activity.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Industry Report Examines Plastic Pipe Materials and Health Impacts Decatur, Georgia – The latest report from Safe Piping Matters covers upcoming research showing commonly used plastic pipe materials can release significant amounts of microplastics and nanoplastics into plumbing systems. It also provides a look at current studies examining how these and other tiny plastic particles affect human health, including impacts on the gut, lungs, brain, and reproductive organs, as well as increasing risk
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Businesses of all sizes prize certainty. When we reflect on political decision making this year and a looming general election, it’s clear that for the foreseeable future we’ll be working in an age of flux. The post Government must decide what role it plays in infrastructure appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Construction News
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Is it time to revive the crane register or is the HSE just under-resourced? On 28 November, two people were injured after a crane collapsed onto a block of flats under construction in Leith, Edinburgh (pictured). According to local media reports, the falling structure narrowly… The post Is enough being done to improve crane safety? appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Skanska began work on the £1bn scheme to build a 16km dual carriageway linking the A1 Black Cat roundabout in Bedfordshire to the A428 Caxton Gibbet roundabout in Cambridgeshire yesterday, 12 December. The post Skanska begins work on £1bn 16km dual carriageway for A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 13, 2023
A brand-new binder from SAMI Bitumen Technologies has recently been used as part of works on the Kununurra Airport in Western Australia. But how has the product fared? Roads & Infrastructure Magazine hears from COLAS to learn more. H ybrid modified bitumen itself is not a brand-new concept. But SAMI Bitumen Technologies and parent company COLAS have set out to develop a higher performance alternative to what’s currently available in the market.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Energy Networks Association (ENA) has detailed an industry action plan to release enough grid capacity in the next year to decarbonise the UK’s power grid. The post 2024 action plan revealed to free capacity to decarbonise UK electricity grid appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Contingency planning is a strategic plan to allocate resources, time, and money if “all hell breaks loose” on a project. It considers risk mitigation and planning for a worst-case scenario. Contingency planning in construction is necessary. You're expected to throw in a percentage to cover a contingency plan in your estimates but is it enough? There is an art to this type of planning and, if project leaders aren’t careful, a contingency plan could cost the company a lot more than lapsed deadlin
Rapport3
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Union Square Workspace Users Are Migrating to Rapport3 Many professionals from the AEC industry (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction), have chosen to switch to Rapport3 for better project management. This includes well-known companies like Hydrock, Chapman, and Ryder Architecture. They have made this decision to improve the efficiency of their projects.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Climate risks could see the value of a large swathe of infrastructure projects plummet by up to £480bn ($600bn) if countries do not adopt a shift to a greener economy by the 2050's, a new report has found. The post Report warns climate change could wipe $600bn of value of infrastructure globally appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Placements
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Crafting the Ideal Resume for Construction Management: Key Strategies and Tips ur guide to creating a resume for construction management covers strategies & tips to help you stand out in a competitive job market. Use keyphrase 'resume for construction management' & get hired! The post Crafting the Ideal Resume for Construction Management: Key Strategies and Tips appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Another year has flown by, and here at Autodesk, we're not slowing down—especially when it comes to the Digital Builder podcast. With over 35 episodes released in 2023, we explored the cutting edge of design and construction with some of the most inspiring minds in the industry. Before saying goodbye to 2023, we thought it'd be great to have a roundup of notable Digital Builder episodes this year.
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Equipment World
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Get a snapshot of new and used motor grader sales trends from Randall Reilly’s EDA, EquipmentWatch and TopBid market data.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The government has been urged to establish a national floating wind testing centre to harness the potential of the sector. The post Government urged to establish UK floating wind farm testing facility appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The Northern Territory Government has released the 2023 NT Infrastructure Plan and Pipeline and Infrastructure Audit, which will help to guide the Territory’s $4.07 billion 2023-24 infrastructure program. The infrastructure plan identifies projects and opportunities to enable economic growth and support population growth across the Territory. The Territory’s 2023 NT Infrastructure Plan and Pipeline and Infrastructure Audit will be used to guide future decision making in terms of infrastructure f
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
An Archirodon and Deme consortium has been awarded an estimated £795M (US$1bn) contract for the second phase of work to expand the Neom port at Oxagon in Saudi Arabia. The post £795M contract awarded for next phase of work at Saudi Arabia’s Port of Neom appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
Wolgast Corporation
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Healthcare practitioners can have a difficult time deciding when to start an occupied office remodel due to the speculation of shutdown inconvenience, operations minimization, or the lessening of their income. These are all legitimate concerns during healthcare construction, but Wolgast can offer several scenarios and strategies to keep your practice going while remodeling your office.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Network Rail is gearing up to deliver key upgrades to the route network in Yorkshire over the Christmas period. The post Network Rail gears up for festive Yorkshire route works appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
UK Construction Blog
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The post The Crucial Role of Facility Management in UK Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The construction industry in the United Kingdom is a dynamic landscape, marked by innovation, growth, and transformation. Yet, amidst the focus on building impressive structures, the crucial aspect of managing these facilities often takes a backstage.
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