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A New Era of Bridge Construction Technology Lands in the U.S.

Civil + Structural Engineer

Eau Claire, WI: In the world of bridge construction, the differences between cast-in-place and precast methods have always presented one primary trade-off: durability versus speed. With these lightweight modular components being self-supporting, they eliminate the usual need for external bracing during assembly.

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Trending: The Rise of Prefab and Modular Commercial Construction Techniques

Commercial Construction Blog

Prefabricated elements such as pre-cast concrete walls, which Englewood installed for a Blain’s Farm & Fleet store in Romeoville, Ill., can have a positive impact on a construction project’s schedule and budget. Back then, many “old timers” predicted prefabrication was the future.

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Talent and Tech: The Keys to Unlocking Prefabrication Success 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In the race to meet surging construction demand and reduce risk, the industry is turning to innovative solutions such as prefabrication and modular construction to increase productivity and protect margins. This shift isn't just a passing trend; the prefabricated buildings market is expected to surpass $227.7

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Efficient Home Construction: Optimizing Rim Transport Frames

CCR Magazine

Learn how to incorporate prefabrication and modular design for efficiency. This requires paying close attention to the specifications of these frames and how they affect different construction phases. With prefabrication, we can create parts more accurately. It also encourages eco-friendly building methods.

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Heavy lifting solutions firm helps install mammoth ceiling panels at PDX

Construction Specifier

A heavy lifting solutions firm recently helped install five distinct types of 20 roof panels at Portland International Airport (PDX), Oregon, as part of a terminal expansion project aiming to double the airport size. A major challenge was the wood material used in the roof panels’ construction. Photos courtesy Mammoet.

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Heavy lifting solutions firm assists in installation of mammoth ceiling panels at PDX

Construction Specifier

A heavy lifting solutions firm recently helped install five distinct types of 20 roof panels at Portland International Airport (PDX), Oregon, as part of a terminal expansion project aiming to double the airport size. A major challenge was the wood material used in the roof panels’ construction. Photos courtesy Mammoet.

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Find About the Latest News on Uk Construction Faces ‘Difficult Period’, How Gigantic Australian Cranes Could Change Uk Construction, Opening of Hercules Construction Academy, and Beginning Birmingham Curzon Street Hs2 Station Construction

UK Construction Blog

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