The Pro Builder
AUGUST 14, 2024
Over 22 million households in the U.S. are now spending more than a third of their income on rent, while home prices continue to reach record highs. To address the housing shortage—estimated at 4.5 million homes—some jurisdictions have updated zoning codes and improved planning processes to increase the amount of land where residential developments are allowed and make it more efficient to build.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 14, 2024
Ohio-based GPRS, which specializes in infrastructure laser scanning and maintenance, acquired Existing Conditions, headquartered in Boston.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 14, 2024
Platinum Contracting of Nevada has been recognized among the 2024 Inc. 5000 list, Inc. magazine’s prestigious ranking of America’s fastest-growing companies. In its second consecutive year on the list, the general contractor ranked #1703 with a 306% three-year growth rate. The company is the only Nevada-based general contractor to be recognized on the list for the second year in a row, earning a national industry ranking of #97, a state ranking of #19 and a metro ranking of #14.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 14, 2024
National concrete contractor Lithko went digital to analyze hidden costs in owning equipment and take advantage of the urgency renting creates.
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The Pro Builder
AUGUST 14, 2024
A program in Canfield, Ohio aims to introduce more women to the construction industry. According to metal roofing solutions company and camp sponsor S-5!, the Let’s Build Construction Camp for Girls is a five-day camp for girls ages 12 through 17. According to S-5!, the camp teaches attendees about careers in construction and the skilled trades. The camp is run by volunteers and supported by unions, trade associations, and sponsors, making it free for participants.
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The Pro Builder
AUGUST 14, 2024
The July/August issue of Pro Builder is now available online. From business management practices to home design, this edition features an extended range of content not featured in print. To find exclusive online content in the digital magazine, look for the PB+ logo throughout the issue, or find full versions of each article here.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 14, 2024
T&T Industrial’s Carla Wynn wants girls to know about the benefits of a career in the industry.
The Pro Builder
AUGUST 14, 2024
As home costs increase across the U.S., the average worker is having a hard time affording housing close to where they work. With school headed back into session, housing market data tracker Redfin analyzed major metros around the U.S. to find out how these prices impact teachers. Currently, the average teacher can only afford 14.3% of homes for sale within commuting distance of their school.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 14, 2024
CHICAGO — H.W. Lochner, Inc. (Lochner), a leading provider of infrastructure planning and engineering services, is pleased to announce that Kirk Evans, PE, has been promoted to the position of National Aviation Practice Lead. Kirk Evans, PE In this role, Evans is responsible for the growth of the company’s Aviation business, leading a team of more than 120 airport planners, designers, environmental specialists, project managers, and construction inspectors.
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Prodyogi
AUGUST 14, 2024
A steel cage reinforcement machine, also known as a rebar cage winding machine, is a sophisticated piece of equipment used in the construction industry to efficiently produce reinforcing cages for concrete structures.Steel Cage Winding MachineLet's explore the operation, features, advantages, and potential challenges of steel cage winding machines to assist you in making an informed purchase.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 14, 2024
By: Andrew Martin, Senior Product Manager with Marley Engineered Products In facilities with high volumes of foot traffic, the constant opening and closing of doors not only lets in chilly air but can cause heating problems for the entire building. Cold drafts bring the temperatures down, so while main rooms benefit from the warmth of the building’s primary heating system, many other areas are left to deal with the arctic side effects.
Construction News
AUGUST 14, 2024
A builder has been given a 26-week suspended sentence after workers accessed a scaffold that was not erected properly. An investigation by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) found David Beadle allowed workers to use the scaffold on at least three occasions. According to an… The post Builder gets suspended sentence for ‘dangerous’ scaffold appeared first on Construction News.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 14, 2024
This initiative will convert nearly 213,676 m2 (2.3 million sf) of vacant office buildings in the center of Chicago, an area known as The Loop, into residences and retail. Photo courtesy mindfrieze/Flickr Through the LaSalle Street Reimagined initiative, the city of Chicago plans to convert a collection of empty downtown office buildings into mixed-used and residential towers.
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New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 14, 2024
An uncrewed railway vehicle (URV) in Italy has become the first prototype of a self-driving vehicle to be tested for inspections on high-speed electrified rail lines. The post Uncrewed railway vehicle for automated asset monitoring and surveillance tested in Italy appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
For Construction Pros
AUGUST 14, 2024
Not only are underutilized people and skills the biggest waste at your company, but that also means they are the biggest opportunity for growth and impactful change.
New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 14, 2024
As the engineering sector is quick to adopt new and emerging technology, it is no surprise that many firms are embracing the power of artificial intelligence (AI). The post AI: Engineering firms move from exploration to application appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 14, 2024
Wayne J. Griffin Electric Inc. (Griffin Electric), a leading electrical subcontractor throughout New England and the Southeast for over 45 years, is currently making substantial progress on the Revere Beach Apartments project in Revere, MA. Griffin Electric is providing installation work on this new, 7-story mixed-use apartment building, which is expected to reach completion this Fall.
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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
New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 14, 2024
Engineers working on High Speed 2 (HS2) have moved a 1,600t bridge into place over an existing railway on the outskirts of Birmingham in a five-hour operation. The post HS2 | 1,600t bridge wheeled into position over existing railway in Birmingham appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
AUGUST 14, 2024
Central Bedfordshire Council has chosen Willmott Dixon to build a new £31.5m leisure centre at Clipstone Park, Leighton Buzzard.
New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 14, 2024
Work has commenced on Port of Aberdeen’s £4M commercial shore power project, designed to supply clean electricity to vessels at seven berths. The post Port of Aberdeen commences £4M shore power project to supply clean electricity to vessels appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Contruct Connect
AUGUST 14, 2024
When looking for new work, contractors today face many challenges, including: • Limited project information • Time-consuming bid preparation processes • Difficulty managing multiple projects at once.
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New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 14, 2024
Only £3.6M has been invested into UK spaceports by the UK Space Agency (UKSA) under its launch budget in the last five years, despite ambitions to become the European leader in small satellite launches, NCE can reveal. The post Revealed: Low government spend on UK spaceports despite ambition to become European leader appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
AUGUST 14, 2024
Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia supports local government and the public sector to deliver quality outcomes for local projects. Image: stock.adobe.com/Greg Brave. The Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia is supporting its members, as well as the wider industry, to tackle sector-wide challenges through education, advocacy, events and more.
New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 14, 2024
A range of technologies developed by UK-headquartered oil and gas giant BP could be used by Nasa on the moon or on Mars following the signing of an agreement between the organisations. The post BP and Nasa sign deal to ‘advance energy production’ by testing new tech on the moon appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Equipment World
AUGUST 14, 2024
The latest in wheel loaders from Case, Cat, Develon, Hitachi, Hyundai, JCB, John Deere, Komatsu, Mecalac and Volvo. Details at Equipment World.
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New Civil Engineer
AUGUST 14, 2024
National Highways and lead contractor Kier Highways have celebrated the completion of the £162M scheme to build a bypass on the A585 around the town of Little Singleton in Lancashire. The post National Highways completes £162M bypass on the A585 in Lancashire appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Equipment World
AUGUST 14, 2024
The four-wheel-drive backhoe is based on the 97-horsepower 580 Super N and matches the diesel model's performance, the company says.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
The post Stylish and Efficient: The Benefits of Column Radiators appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Heating solutions in our homes are often overlooked when it comes to style and aesthetics. Why should heating appliances be any less attractive than the accessories or furniture that we fill our homes with? Introducing column radiators they are not just effective heat providers, but they are also visual delights that add an extra touch of class to your living space.
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