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Safeguarding the Environment and Yourself: The Importance of DOT-Certified Refrigerant Recovery Cylinders

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Taylor Ferranti, Commercial Vice President, Refrigerant Management Recently, the HVACR industry has been managing a new challenge when it comes to refrigerant management: counterfeit refrigerant recovery cylinders. While the industry understands the importance of refrigerant recovery – it safely contains refrigerants, prevents them from being released into the atmosphere, and enables refrigerant reclamation and reuse – this current challenge highlights an awareness gap of what makes a recover

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What’s really at risk? Davis-Bacon Act changes could expose contractors to new liability

Construction Dive

Are you paying prevailing wages correctly? Understanding the updated DBRA regulations is more important than ever.

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Sherwin-Williams' Kingdom Gold Color Is Making New Friends

The Pro Builder

Sherwin-Williams' Kingdom Gold Color Is Making New Friends ibush Mon, 04/08/2024 - 15:53 The paints and coatings brand takes a strategic marketing approach to shine a light on an overlooked hue Sherwin-Williams effectively flips the script on its popular Color of the Year franchise with the announcement of “The Loneliest Color” campaign. The color in question?

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AECOM-Jacobs JV signs on to $6B Amtrak tunnel job

Construction Dive

The railroad company will begin major work, including utility relocations and bridge construction, later this year.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Sherwin-Williams' Kingdom Gold Color Is Finding New Friends

The Pro Builder

Sherwin-Williams' Kingdom Gold Color Is Finding New Friends ibush Mon, 04/08/2024 - 15:53 The paints and coatings brand takes a strategic marketing approach to shine a light on an overlooked hue: Kingdom Gold Sherwin-Williams effectively flips the script on its popular Color of the Year franchise with the announcement of “The Loneliest Color” campaign.

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Boosting efficiency and safety: Revolutionizing construction with tech-powered tools

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Gilbane promotes exec to Mid-Atlantic region lead

Construction Dive

Industry veteran Ted Holt helped the contractor become the second-largest builder in the Baltimore region.

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Residential Building Workers See Jump in Wage Growth

The Pro Builder

Residential Building Workers See Jump in Wage Growth ibush Mon, 04/08/2024 - 10:54 Housing industry worker wages have been trending upward over the past eight months, but February saw wages grow the fastest they have in more than two years The shortage of skilled labor continues to be a challenge for the construction industry, and demand for construction labor remains strong.

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Related Group starts $500M tower on Chicago waterfront

Construction Dive

400 Lake Shore will replace the abandoned Chicago Spire project with two residential buildings and a new public park.

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4 Cities Where Housing Inventory Now Exceeds Pre-Pandemic Levels

The Pro Builder

4 Cities Where Housing Inventory Now Exceeds Pre-Pandemic Levels ibush Mon, 04/08/2024 - 09:27 San Antonio leads with the greatest surge in the number of homes available post-pandemic Effects of the COVID-19 pandemic still linger in many U.S. housing markets. A new monthly report from Realtor.com finds that housing inventory levels for most of the nation's 50 largest metros are still below that of pre-pandemic years.

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Stay Ahead in 2024 with Proven Strategies for Success

The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.

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Skanska Selected to Rebuild Portage Bay Bridge as Part of the “Rest of the West” Final Improvements to the SR520 Corridor in Seattle

Civil + Structural Engineer

$1.4 billion project to replace the Portage Bay Bridge, the last in a series of bridges that provide seismically resilient connections between the communities east of Lake Washington and Seattle. Seattle, WA – Skanska , a leading global construction and development firm, announced it has signed a contract with the Washington State Department of Transportation to replace the Portage Bay Bridge and create a lidded segment in the city of Seattle’s North Capitol Hill neighborhood.

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Neom | Plans for Saudi Arabia’s linear city cut from 170km to 2.4km

New Civil Engineer

Saudi Arabia’s wildly ambitious plan to build 500m tall, mirrored, 170km long parallel skyscrapers, forming a 1.5M population desert city has been curtailed to 2.4km long. The post Neom | Plans for Saudi Arabia’s linear city cut from 170km to 2.4km appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Bowman Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire Surdex Corporation, Adding High-Altitude Digital Imagery, Digital Mapping and Advanced Geospatial Services

Civil + Structural Engineer

Reston, VA – Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (the “Company” or “Bowman”) (NASDAQ: BWMN), a national engineering services firm delivering infrastructure solutions to customers who own, develop, and maintain the built environment, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire St. Louis-based Surdex Corporation (“Surdex”), a geospatial and engineering services firm providing low-, medium- and high-altitude digital orthoimagery, advanced high-resolution LiDAR, intelligent digit

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Development agreement signed for £1.1bn redevelopment of York Central station site

New Civil Engineer

Homes England and Network Rail Property have signed an agreement with McLaren Property and Arlington Real Estate for the £1.1bn proposal to redevelop the York Central station brownfield site. The post Development agreement signed for £1.1bn redevelopment of York Central station site appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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First, Digital Timesheets; Next, the Moon?

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint enables contractors to better manage their projects, processes and people, using the data gathered to lower risk and improve margins.

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Complex recovery ongoing at site of train derailment near void in Cumbria

New Civil Engineer

Network Rail engineers are continuing a “complex operation” to repair the railway at Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, where a train derailed over two weeks ago. The post Complex recovery ongoing at site of train derailment near void in Cumbria appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Heidelberg agrees disposals to secure Mick George

The Construction Index

The competition authority has cleared the takeover of Mick George by Heidelberg Materials after approving a series of asset disposals.

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£150M Hope Valley Railway upgrade between Manchester and Sheffield completed

New Civil Engineer

Contractor VolkerRailStory JV (VolkerRail and Story Contracting), working for Network Rail, has completed the £150M Hope Valley Railway Upgrade between Manchester and Sheffield. The post £150M Hope Valley Railway upgrade between Manchester and Sheffield completed appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Outdated ERP? Spot the Signs Before It Stalls Your Progress

Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.

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UGL, ADCO JV wins WA contract

Roads Online

Image courtesy of the Western Australian Government. UGL has been awarded a contract, in joint venture with ADCO, to construct new railcar maintenance facilities at Bellevue, Western Australia, for the State’s Public Transport Authority. The project expands the existing Bellevue Railcar Manufacturing and Maintenance Facility and is expected to generate revenue of more than $110 million for UGL.

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Following the French to propose a better model for delivering High Speed Rail in the UK

New Civil Engineer

France was the first country in Europe to build High Speed Rail (HSR) and to date has built over 2,700km of HSR tracks, the third largest HSR network in the world after China and Spain. Since 2006, France’s HSR network has been financed by Public… The post Following the French to propose a better model for delivering High Speed Rail in the UK appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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HS2 launches fourth London TBM

The Construction Index

The fourth, and final, tunnel boring machine for HS2’s Northolt Tunnel has begun her journey under west London.

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HS2 | Fourth TBM launched to bore 13.5km Northolt tunnel under London

New Civil Engineer

High Speed 2 (HS2) contractor SCS (Skanska Costain Strabag JV) has launched the fourth and final tunnel boring machine (TBM) to bore the 13.5km Northolt tunnel under West London. The post HS2 | Fourth TBM launched to bore 13.5km Northolt tunnel under London appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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Hopkins plans summer start for Chelmsford site

The Construction Index

Private-equity owned house-builder Hopkins Homes has gained approval of reserved matters for 246 new homes at Beaulieu in Chelmsford, Essex.

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Construction of new £18.5M road in Blackpool to begin this month

New Civil Engineer

Work on a new £18.5M road at the Blackpool Enterprise Zone will begin this month as contractor George Cox & Sons starts pre-construction works. The post Construction of new £18.5M road in Blackpool to begin this month appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Non-destructive Testing Meets Nanotechnology: Exploring Innovations and Applications

Vin Civilworld

Non-destructive testing (NDT) plays a crucial role in ensuring safety and reliability across industries. The integration of nanotechnology has revolutionized NDT, offering enhanced precision and sensitivity. Nanotechnology enables improved imaging resolution, sensitivity, functional materials, smart coatings, and has diverse applications in aerospace, medical imaging, manufacturing, and the oil and gas industry.

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Contractor wanted for £150M East London Overground line maintenance job

New Civil Engineer

Transport for London (TfL) is seeking a contractor to carry out maintenance on the East London Line, part of the London Overground, in a contract worth £150M. The post Contractor wanted for £150M East London Overground line maintenance job appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform

As a specialty contractor, your success hinges on your ability to manage complex workflows, maintain cost control, and deliver projects on time. But are you still relying on outdated systems or multiple software packages that create data silos and inefficiencies? This comprehensive eBook reveals the 12 key reasons why investing in a construction-specific software platform is the game-changer your business needs.

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Guidelines for Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures

The Constructor

An earthquake is the vibration of the Earth’s surface caused by waves emanating from a disturbance in the Earth’s crust, resulting in the release of energy. It manifests as a sudden and transient motion or series of motions of the Earth’s surface, originating from underground disturbances that disrupt the elastic equilibrium of the Earth’s mass, […] The post Guidelines for Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures appeared first on The Constructor.

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UK Space Agency funds Rolls-Royce to develop micro nuclear reactors for space exploration

New Civil Engineer

£1.12M has been awarded to Rolls-Royce Submarines and BWXT Advanced Technologies (BWXT) to pursue the development of space micro-reactors which would generate nuclear power for space exploration missions. The post UK Space Agency funds Rolls-Royce to develop micro nuclear reactors for space exploration appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Baltimore Crews Remove 156-ton Piece of Key Bridge

For Construction Pros

Progress included the removal of a 156-ton piece of Span 19 outside of the navigational channel, which was hoisted and loaded onto a barge for future disposal. Container removal from Dali has begun.

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Business Coaching: The Benefits

Civil Engineer Blog

Due to the fact it offers excellent results, business coaching is becoming very popular. A few business owners, however, try to save money since they feel coaching doesn’t offer immediate results in terms of their bottom line but this is an error in judgment. However, there is nothing that can help you in making your […] The post Business Coaching: The Benefits first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.