Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

With just 40% of IIJA money slated to be spent by 2026, infrastructure work should be plentiful for years to come, according to CEO Kyle Larkin.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

HOUSTON – Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces Mackrena Ramos, PE, vice president and business group director at LAN, has been named the 2024 Engineer of the Year by Houston Hispanic Architect and Engineers (HHAE). Ramos was honored and awarded at the HHAE Gala late September. As HHAE’s 2024 Engineer of the Year, Ramos is recognized for her outstanding leadership, technical expertise and commitment to advancing the engineering profession.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

A lack of clarity is impeding progress on projects amid one of the tightest presidential contests in recent memory, builders and economists say.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

CAMP HILL, Pa. – Lane Enterprises, LLC today announced it has opened a new plastic pipe production facility in Longview, Washington. The 38-acre site with 19-acres in use, will also act as a stocking distribution yard for the company’s steel pipe, stormwater chambers and allied products. Currently, two lines are producing corrugated high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe in diameters from four to sixty inches with plans to add a third line.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Rainwater harvesting is a water conservation method that involves understanding the value of rain and making optimum use of rainwater at the place where it falls. Without rainwater harvesting, we depend entirely on secondary water sources like rivers and lakes, unaware that rain is the primary and ultimate source of water that feeds the secondary sources.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Successful delivery of the complex array of tunnels and marine works for the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station is down to “relentless collaboration”, Balfour Beatty project director Roger Frost tells NCE. The post Interview: Balfour project director credits ‘relentless collaboration’ in Hinkley Point C success appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Parm Bhangal is managing director of Bhangals Construction Consultants and My Build Estimate During and following the pandemic, the construction industry was hit by a perfect storm of factors that it is struggling to bounce back from. In fact, 2024 has seen 4,310 UK construction… The post Could the Budget signal a rebuilding of the construction industry?

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The new Great British Energy (GBE) and Great British Nuclear (GBN) bodies should have more formal collaboration, according to the MP representing the Wylfa nuclear site on Anglesey in Wales. The post GB Energy and GB Nuclear criticised for lack of collaboration as clarity sought on Wylfa appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

A high-profile Parliamentary committee has announced a probe into the government’s progress in remediating high-rise buildings with dangerous cladding. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) said it would summon senior officials from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) and Homes England to give… The post MPs to investigate cladding remediation progress appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Transport for London (TfL) has announced plans to power the London Underground with renewable energy by developing solar farms connected directly to the network and is procuring for a delivery partner in a contract worth £175M. The post TfL seeks £175M delivery partner in plan to power London Underground with solar farms appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil Engineer Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

When you run an electronics company, it’s likely that you will have to produce goods in vast quantities. The firms that make things like laptop computers, for instance, hire armies of people to build their products. One curious fact about the electronics industry is that a lot of assembly work is done by hand. But […] The post Here’s Why Assembly Systems Can Benefit Electronics Firms first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

With new technology already transforming our world and job markets, the importance of education has never been greater. It’s no wonder that high-quality education — whether preschool or high school, university or vocational — is a fixed priority for governments, parents, and students alike. But… The post The Green Classroom Revolution: Energy-efficient school buildings improve student performance appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Equipment World

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The 8,047-pound compact excavator gets a 25% increase in travel speed and a 7% improvement in excavator efficiency compared to the prior model.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

A new public body has been established to lead the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (Step) programme, which will see the construction of the UK’s first prototype fusion energy plant. The post New public body to take lead on PPP for construction of UK fusion power plant prototype appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In this edition of The Construction Specifier ’s Ask the Expert segment, we sit down with Shane Muncy for National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA). The post Ask the Expert – National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) appeared first on Construction Specifier.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Aecom has secured a significant contract from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to enhance global infrastructure projects, with a budget ceiling reaching $90M (£70M). The post Aecom secures £70M USAID contract for global infrastructure enhancement appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In this edition of The Construction Specifier ’s Ask the Expert segment, we sit down with Gary French for National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association (NTMA). The post Ask the Expert – National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association (NTMA) appeared first on Construction Specifier.

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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 Management

New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The Wylfa nuclear power station site needs “better storage facilities for waste” according to independent experts who visited. The post Wylfa nuclear site needs ‘better storage facilities for waste’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

A new report identifies Hurricane Maria as instigating the failure, while possible impacts of the radio telescope's electromagnetic radiation on its zinc components remain hypothesized but unproven.

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New Civil Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

A committee of Scottish MPs has voiced concern that there will not be sufficient funds available to complete the £3.7bn A9 Dualling scheme by its promised date of delivery date of 2035. The post Scottish government committee ‘unconvinced’ there will be funding to complete A9 dualling appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In this edition of The Construction Specifier ’s Ask the Expert segment, we sit down with Jason Wigboldy for Trufast Corporation. The post Ask the Expert – Trufast Corporation appeared first on Construction Specifier.

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For Construction Pros

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Kevin McOsker from the International Code Council joined us for a Q&A on building safety, and some of the most common safety mistakes made in construction.

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Construction Placements

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

How Construction Projects Can Enhance Your Property Learn how well-planned construction projects can significantly boost your property’s value. Explore impactful renovation ideas for better ROI. The post How Construction Projects Can Enhance Your Property appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

When you’re running an HVAC business that works on large-scale projects, keeping the schedule under control is of utmost importance. You’ve got teams out in the field, materials in transit, and clients counting on timelines that can’t slip – and for the success of your business, they all matter, equally. But without the right tools, trying to manage it all, especially the scheduling and dispatching part of the job, is a near-impossible task.

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Civil Digital

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In the world of high-end home installations, the margin for error is razor-thin. Clients who invest significant resources into their homes expect perfection, and anything less can lead to dissatisfaction and reputational damage for the contractor. Quality control (QC) is not just a buzzword; it is a crucial component of any successful high-end installation project.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

More than one in five construction workers globally (22%) have experienced harm at work in the last two years. Only two in five (39%) have undertaken occupational safety and health training about risks related to their work. Three in five construction workers globally (61%) who were harmed in the past two years reported it to someone Construction has been named the second most dangerous occupation globally, following the publication of the latest Lloyd’s Register Foundation World Risk Poll repor

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Civil Digital

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Restoring historical buildings is a delicate balance between honoring the past and embracing the future. These projects are more than simple renovations; they involve preserving the cultural, architectural, and historical significance of structures while ensuring that they meet modern standards for safety, functionality, and sustainability. In the world of commercial construction, historical restorations present unique.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Iron in water can cause all kinds of headaches for commercial properties. From stained fixtures to compromised water quality, iron buildup affects both aesthetics and functionality. Installing an iron filter system is a practical solution that tackles these issues head-on. This article explores how they work and why they’re worth considering for your commercial property.

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