Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The CHIPS Act allocated $52 billion to semiconductor manufacturing, but building these facilities can be a challenge, especially with state water laws.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Despite continuing economic uncertainty and elevated construction costs, which remain at close to 40% above what they were in February 2020 before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are signs that builders may get some relief in the coming months. Analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Producer Price Index data for August 2024 by Associated Builders and Contractors, a national construction industry trade association, shows that although construction input prices did increase sl
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Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
In today’s volatile lending environment, it's important to know the signs that could indicate a client is in distress, says a construction attorney.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Over the first seven months of 2024, the total number of single-family permits issued year-to-date nationwide reached 599,308, which is a 13.7% increase over the July 2023 level of 527,158, the National Association of Home Builders' Eye On Housing blog reports. In contrast, the total number of multifamily permits issued nationwide declined during the same period, reaching 279,618, which is 17.2% below the July 2023 level of 337,730.
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Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The contractor will lead the design and construction of Sunfish Solar 2, which will be one of the largest solar facilities in the state when finished.
The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Retirement often signals a major shift in a person’s life: many people choose to downsize or move to a more affordable area, or they opt to move in order to enjoy a different lifestyle. With Baby Boomers currently retiring in record numbers, the decisions they make in retirement can affect local economies as Boomer dollars and demand flow to different locales.
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The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
For a growing number of Americans, pets are considered family members whose comfort and happiness is a key concern. Recognizing this, a blog from LDD Interiors offers several design ideas and tips to elevate the overall functionality and practicality of the living spaces you share with pets. Whether it's choosing hard-wearing flooring that can withstand the wear and tear of scrambling pet paws, using door and window screens that can handle eager nose pressing, or installing a multifunctiona
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Provides Guidance on Selecting and Installing IRVING, Texas – The Plastics Pipe Institute’s Building & Construction Division has published a major revision of PPI TN-55 “Plastic Piping Materials for Ground Source Geothermal Heating and Cooling Applications”. Originally issued in 2018, the latest edition of TN-55 was published in August 2024 with the input of industry experts including PPI members and the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA).
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Image courtesy of Auckland Airport. A five-year, $800 million (NZ) construction package has been awarded to support the delivery of a brand new Domestic Jet Terminal at Auckland Airport. Downer’s subsidiary company Hawkins Limited has been awarded the contract, following a history of working collaboratively with Auckland Airport, having been engaged in an Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phase since February 2022.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
CommercialSearch just released the latest mid-year industrial development report. At the close of the first half of 2024, the U.S. had 375.7 million square feet of industrial space under construction. Notably, the amount under construction nationally has dropped by almost 19% compared to the start of the year, when 463 million square feet were under construction, and by 45% compared to January 2023.
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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.
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Image courtesy of the Queensland Government. The design has been completed, with construction given the green light to begin in 2025 for works to improve safety and congestion related issues presented by the Coopers Plains rail level crossing in Queensland. The $399 million project will improve safety and congestion by building a new elevated three-way intersection over the rail crossing, connecting Boundary Road and Orange Grove Road.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Just two years after a management buyout, the UK's largest distributor of decorative surfaces has fallen into administration.
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Sally Rolfe – Operations Manager, Deepak Nair – Design Engineer and Marty Barker – Production Supervisor. Images: MBE. Matthews Brothers Engineering (MBE) has established a reputation for designing and manufacturing robust road construction equipment. The MBE team takes Roads & Infrastructure behind the scenes to learn more about its highly refined production process.
BDC Network
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Maximizing office square footage through ‘agile planning’ 0 qpurcell Mon, 09/16/2024 - 11:50 Office Buildings Lauren Elliott, RID, NCIDQ, Director of Interior Design, Design Collaborative, shares tips for a designing with a popular and flexible workspace model: Agile planning. Lauren Elliott, RID, NCIDQ Office Buildings Designers Engineers Architects Agile planning is a popular workspace model that provides a flexible and adaptable layout design, while giving employees complete choice over their
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New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
A single publicly owned body responsible for the strategic design of Great Britain’s gas and electricity networks will be launched on 1 October. The post Publicly owned National Energy System Operator to launch on 1 October appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Plans for a £95m multi-use residential development in the Calton district of Glasgow have been submitted.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
A report commissioned by the mayors of Greater Manchester and the West Midlands, and created by Arup, has called on the government to commit to a Midlands-North West Rail Link (MNWRL). The post Mayors and civil engineers call for conventional rail link in place of HS2 Phase 2 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Works have started on Plot 3 of the Matrix 49 mixed-use industrial park in Avonmouth, Bristol.
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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.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Padiham Flood Risk Management Scheme is to be developed after the Environment Agency and Burnley Borough Council announced a funding gap was closed and planning approval was achieved. The post Funds and planning permission secured for £37M Burnley flood defence scheme appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Belfast-based plant hire company Balloo Hire Centre Ltd has been fined £80,000 for safety breeches.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Upgrades to a key section of the M621 motorway in Leeds have been completed as part of a £50M, two-year improvement project under main contractor Keltbray. The M621 motorway, is a 12 km loop of motorway in West Yorkshire, England that takes traffic into central Leeds between the M1 and M62 motorways. The improvement scheme is designed… The post M621 in Leeds £50M improvement scheme progresses towards completion appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Auditors checking the accounts of Galliford Try Holdings plc have asked for more time.
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 News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The new Building Safety Regulator (BSR) had by the end of June extended nearly half of high-rise refurbishment applications beyond the eight-week time limit, a minister has revealed. In a written answer to parliament, building-safety minister Rushanara Ali also revealed that the BSR rejected more… The post Regulator delays nearly half of refurbishment applications appeared first on Construction News.
Equipment World
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Take a walkaround tour of Bobcat's new 74-horsepower L95, its most powerful compact wheel loader, with 1.2-cubic-yard bucket.
For Construction Pros
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Explore the importance of accurate positioning estimates and how real-time kinematic (RTK) positioning relies on a network of fixed base stations at known locations to accurately verify receiver positioning.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Construction of a $2-billion terminal at the John Glenn Columbus International Airport in Columbus, Ohio, is slated to start in early 2025 and to be completed by 2029.
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CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
A recent update to the Occupational Health & Safety Administration’s (OSHA) 1910 general industry regulation will affect facilities all across the nation. As of November 2018, the general industry’s walking working surface standard 1910.28(b)(9) requires employers to provide a personal fall protection system for workers exposed to a fall of 24ft or greater when climbing permanent, fixed ladders.
Construction News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
As the UK moves towards its ambitious net-zero goals, the construction industry is under increasing pressure to rethink its energy sources. One promising solution is Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), an alternative fuel that can help the sector significantly reduce its carbon footprint. Certas Energy, the… The post Building towards net zero: Fuelling the future of construction appeared first on Construction News.
New Civil Engineer
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Campaign groups have been successful in bringing legal action against the previous government's granting of planning permission for a deep coal mining scheme in Cumbria. The post Plans for £165M deep coal mine in Cumbria quashed in High Court appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
A joint venture of Kokosing, Alberici and Traylor Bros. has been working on the final phase of the New Lock at the Soo project since 2022.
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