The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Concrete Wall Panels Help Build Noncombustible Homes qpurcell Wed, 02/21/2024 - 11:24 As California’s wildfires rage and major home insurers pull out of the state , the rising risk of home fires isn’t being helped by conventional construction, says Scott Long. When one wood-frame home goes up, others nearby quickly follow, he says. “That’s why these fires are as devastating as they are.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Autonomous drone technology, metal reclamation and modular construction topped the list of the biggest contech funding rounds last year.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
New version of Trimble’s next-generation paving control platform for smoother, more precise paving surfaces extends the functionality to an additional machine type WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today the availability of the Trimble® Roadworks Paving Control Platform for Mills and Cold Planers, extending the functionality of Trimble’s next-generation, 3D paving control system.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Strong awards and cash generation were countered by a large negative charge, according to one financial research analyst.
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.
Civil + Structural Engineer
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
BOSTON, Mass. — Newforma , the leader in Project Information Management (PIM) software for architects, engineers, contractors, and owners (AECO) worldwide, is thrilled to announce the release of the Newforma Konekt Procore Connector, a powerful integration that seamlessly bridges the gap between the recently released web-based, cloud-hosted Newforma Konekt platform and the Procore contract administration platform.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Executive Vice President Randy Abdallah talks about manufacturing projects, top sectors for growth and industrywide challenges.
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Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
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The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Credit for Builders Still Tight But Shows Some Easing ibush Wed, 02/21/2024 - 09:13 Credit for residential AD&C remained constrained during Q4 2023, but the good news is that tightening is less widespread than in recent quarters Although credit for residential land acquisition, development, and construction (AD&C) during Q4 2023 remained tight, according to both the Federal Reserve's Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey on Bank Lending Practices and the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
The contractor and developer has narrowed the kind of U.S. projects it will take on, targeting certain East Coast sectors above a specific cost.
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Ivory Innovations Announces 25 Finalists for the 2024 Ivory Prize ibush Wed, 02/21/2024 - 10:53 The finalists for the prize demonstrate innovative, scalable solutions for advancing housing affordability Nonprofit Ivory Innovations has announced the finalists in its 2024 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability. The Ivory Prize, now in its sixth year, culminates in $300,000 of grants to winners in three categories: Construction & Design, Finance, and Policy & Regulatory Reform, all focused on findi
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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.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
The Redwood City, California-based contractor has a “curious, yet cautious” approach to AI and machine learning in construction.
Civil + Structural Engineer
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
From The Zweig Letter : By Mark Zweig If you take an honest look at people who are really good project managers, you’ll find they have some specific personality traits and abilities that lead to their success. The owners of practically every AEC firm we talk to or work with tell us that they are trying to have better project managers. You don’t have to be a genius to understand that if you do projects as your primary source of income for your business, you are going to want to have capable proje
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Report Tracks Median Home Price Trends in Opportunity Zones ibush Wed, 02/21/2024 - 09:21 Data from the report show that home prices in low-income neighborhoods identified as Opportunity Zones track closely with nationwide price trends The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 defines Opportunity Zones as census tracts in or alongside low-income neighborhoods that meet certain criteria for redevelopment.
Civil + Structural Engineer
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Las Vegas contractor installs series of water docks for luxury-enclave Shoreline Platinum Contracting of Nevada, an Inc. 5000 company, is making waves in the desert as construction is now underway on a series of all-season floating docks for Shoreline, a waterfront enclave at The Island in Lake Las Vegas. As a preferred dock installer, Platinum has begun installing permanent and removable floating docks for exclusive lakeside homes.
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Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Tech leaders are uneasy about generative AI’s shortcomings and the impact on employees as pressure mounts to deploy the technology, Juniper Networks data shows.
Construction News
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
The High Court has thrown out a case brought by campaigners against the £1.7bn Stonehenge Tunnel project. Mr Justice Holgate said most of the allegations brought by Save Stonehenge World Heritage Site (SSWHS), which was seeking a judicial review of the project's development consent order,… The post Judge rejects challenge to £1.7bn Stonehenge Tunnel appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
A community interest company (CIC) in Northumberland has leased a section of disused railway to make it an active travel path after the 19th century bridges on the route were prevented from being infilled. The post Disused Northumberland railway to become greenway after bridges saved from infilling appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
“As a family it’s like we’re stuck in 2016,” says Sadie Cresswell, as the eighth anniversary of the building collapse that killed her father approaches. She has no more understanding of why it happened than she did at the time. “Unfortunately, it’s very much the… The post Didcot Power Station collapse: families and industry await answers eight years on appeared first on Construction News.
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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.
The Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Almost half of this funding will be available as grants or principal forgiveness loans, ensuring funds reach underserved communities most in need of investments in water infrastructure.
Civil Engineer Blog
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Kit homes are now more and more popular around the world. Building a kit home can save you money. By doing most of the work yourself you can make significant savings on labour costs and build an affordable home. Kit homes come in many designs and suit both rural and suburban areas. You can choose […] The post Kit Home Building – 5 finishing steps first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
BDC Network
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
University design to help meet the demand for health professionals 0 qpurcell Wed, 02/21/2024 - 10:52 University Buildings Virginia Commonwealth University is a Page client, and the Dean of the College of Health Professions took time to talk about a pressing healthcare industry need that schools—and architects—can help address. Higher Education University Buildings Healthcare Facilities Laboratories Designers Architects Virtual Reality Virginia Commonwealth University is a Page client, and the D
Wessler Engineering
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
For Eastern Heights Utilities, it’s been business as usual for more than 50 years. Based in rural Greene County, Indiana and serving more than 7,000 connections across six counties, this water utility system contains 12 elevated storage tanks, three wellfields, four booster stations and more than 500 miles of water mains in the distribution system. The utility employs 14 staff who reside within the Greene County limits with the average employee having worked at EHU for more than 20 years; a tigh
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.
Construction Placements
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Economic Factors Affecting Salaries in the Construction Industry The major economic factors that can impact salaries in the construction industry, tactics to secure your job during economic turmoil, and ways to stay relevant in the job market during crises. The post Economic Factors Affecting Salaries in the Construction Industry appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
New Civil Engineer
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Bam has been appointed to construct the new building for a secondary school in Durham where Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (Raac) is present. The post Bam appointed for full rebuild of Raac-afflicted school in Durham appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Construction of the METRONET’s Carlisle elevated train station on the Armadale Line is underway in Western Australia. WA Transport Minister Rita Saffioti said Carlisle, one of seven new stations being built as part of the upgrades, could mark numerous benefits to the community including reduced congestion. “The community is already starting to see how this project will provide significant benefits by reducing congestion, and delivering new public open space and modern infrastructure,
New Civil Engineer
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
EDF Energy has extended the outages of the two nuclear reactors at Heysham 1 and two at Hartlepool to conduct steam valve inspections. The post EDF extend outages of four UK nuclear reactors for continued steam valve inspections appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Equipment World
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Find out what types of equipment contractors want to buy – and the hottest models in each product category.
New Civil Engineer
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
The future site for the new £30M Aldridge train station in the West Midlands is being secured and cleared by Network Rail engineers, paving way for construction to begin. The post Site for new £30M train station in West Midlands being secured and cleared appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Material provided by Motion Australia When it comes to the safety of workers in the civil construction and earthworks industry, there’s no room for compromise. That’s why 3M is proud to offer a comprehensive range of fall protection equipment designed to keep workers secure at all times. With cutting-edge technology and a commitment to safety, 3M provides reliable solutions that ensure peace of mind on any job site. 3M understands the importance of solid anchorage points in any fall protection
New Civil Engineer
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
North Ayrshire Council has reported that its three major flood protection schemes, including the £48M Millport Flood Protection Scheme, remain “on track”. The post Three multi-million pound North Ayrshire flood protection schemes making progress appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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