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Stora Enso celebrates the opening of wooden architectural landmark building Wisdome Stockholm 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Stora Enso has been the main partner and delivered sustainable wooden construction materials for the project. Wood as a building material is an important part of the solution to battle climate change, enabling storage of CO2 and a sustainable construction process.

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THINKING OUTSIDE THE STEEL BOX: How the Tent Industry Is Currently Solving 

Civil + Structural Engineer

On-Site Construction Staging & Storage Doug Hardin , P.E., Environmental benefits are making an even stronger case for opting to use tents rather than the standard steel storage container both for new builds and major renovation projects. Tamarack Grove Engineering Brian J. Sielaff , P.E.,

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Commercial Construction Project Management: Managing What You Don’t Control

Commercial Construction Blog

I wouldn’t go so far as to call myself a control freak, but as a national general contractor, it’s part of the job description to be the one calling the shots and telling everyone what to do on a complex commercial construction project. One recent project we bid even had the pre-fabricated steel structure of a building as an OFI.

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Construction Daily Progress Report: An In-Depth Guide with FAQs

iField Smart

Materials: Delivery, consumption, and storage. iFieldSmart Technologies offers a comprehensive suite of features: Customizable Templates: Adapt reports to specific projects. Resource Optimization: Recommend optimal allocation of labor and materials. Intelligent Decision-Making: Actionable insights for project success.

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Sustainable Construction: Practical Strategies for Reducing Material Waste

In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. This detailed eBook provides an in-depth look at methods to cut waste and boost material efficiency.

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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Water/Stormwater

Civil + Structural Engineer

Alpha Testing, a UES company, was chosen by the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) to provide quality control/construction materials testing services to multiple project teams. Bois d’Arc Lake will span 16,641 acres. The dam is two miles long and 90-feet tall, with a 110-foot-tall intake tower.

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How to Choose the Best Project Management Tool for Your Firm

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Choosing the Best Project Management Tool for Your Firm Managing projects in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry is no small feat. A well-chosen project management tool can help AEC firms streamline these processes, improve collaboration, and enhance project outcomes.