The Construction Index

JULY 10, 2025

Malcolm Thornton and Scott Wilson shake hands with the Pudlo team behind them Concrete admixture manufacturer Oscrete has acquired structural waterproofing specialist Pudlo. Pudlo supplies structural waterproofing and gas protection systems across the UK. In 2023 Oscrete bought a 90% shareholding in Adcrete. Got a story?

Waterproofing Systems 59

Waterproofing Systems Construction Equipment Building Products Distribution Structural Systems 59

GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Digging deep: Deep foundation design challenges. Mon, 09/24/2018 - 11:14. September 24, 2018. With space at a premium in many urban areas, developers are digging deeper foundations to increase the square footage of residential, commercial, and mixed-use building projects. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

Concrete Pouring 150

Concrete Pouring Waterproofing Systems Foundation Systems Structural Systems 150

The Construction Index

JUNE 10, 2025

Construction News National Grid trials 3D printed foundations 9 hours National Grid is testing Hyperion Robotics technology and design for use on its infrastructure. Management restructure at Reds10 8 hours Modular builder Reds10 says it is preparing the future with a new senior leadership structure. Got a story?

Modular Construction 64

Modular Construction Construction Equipment Wall Systems Site Planning 64

The Construction Index

JUNE 12, 2025

The results indicate that many high-revenue firms have yet to implement foundational practices for online performance: 36% of homepages were missing an H1 tag. This is a basic structural element that helps search engines interpret the primary topic of a page.

Construction Equipment 64

Construction Equipment Site Planning Foundation Systems Wall Systems 64

The Construction Index

JUNE 9, 2025

National Grid trials 3D printed foundations 9 hours National Grid is testing Hyperion Robotics technology and design for use on its infrastructure. Management restructure at Reds10 8 hours Modular builder Reds10 says it is preparing the future with a new senior leadership structure. Email news@theconstructionindex.co.uk

Project Management Consulting 59

Project Management Consulting Construction Equipment Real Estate Development Wall Systems 59

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 10, 2024

A community-driven visioning process for Ralph Wilson Park that started in 2018 called Imagine LaSalle emphasized that one of the community’s top priorities was safe access to the park. Our second goal was to design an efficient arch system allowing for a high degree of prefabrication. Wilson, Jr. Wilson, Jr. Wilson, Jr.

Public Works 264

Public Works Foundation Systems Building Design Structural Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) President Gianfranco Di Cicco recognized three DFI members with President’s Awards at the DFI 49th Annual Conference on Deep Foundations in Aurora, Colorado, this past October. Hawthorne, N.J. The awards were presented on behalf of Di Cicco by incoming DFI President James Johnson. Mary Ellen Large, P.E.,

Foundation Systems 130

Foundation Systems Controls Manufacturing Geotechnical Engineering Wall Systems 130

Construction Specifier

MAY 7, 2020

Images courtesy Dörken Systems. The major cause of foundation-related problems is water. Hence waterproofing systems are very critical to keeping foundations dry. Like air control above grade, it is important to consider water control below grade as a system solution, and not just as a single component.

Waterproofing Systems 59

Waterproofing Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems Flooring Systems 59

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 28, 2018

Waterproofing structures in extreme climates. Wed, 03/28/2018 - 08:57. March 28, 2018. This continuous waterproofing system fully bonded to the structural concrete surrounding the substructure, creating a positive and permanent barrier against the corrosive environment. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

Waterproofing Systems 105

Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems 105

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 7, 2018

Thu, 06/07/2018 - 15:10. June 07, 2018. Tanking – also referred to as below grade waterproofing – involves the application of a waterproofing barrier to the walls, the base slab and in some cases to the roof of the below grade structure. Are there resources to maintain the waterproofing system? Phillip.fry@gc….

Waterproofing Systems 114

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Wall Systems 114

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 7, 2018

Waterproofing Membranes for Below Grade Structures. Thu, 06/07/2018 - 11:16. September 17, 2018. Waterproofing Membranes for Below Grade Structures. Waterproofing Below Grade Structures. Water infiltration can cause problems by corroding the structure and damaging materials housed within the building.

Waterproofing Systems 103

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Foundation Systems 103

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Waterproofing mass transit systems. Tue, 04/03/2018 - 11:42. April 03, 2018. Water and moisture intrusion can cause significant damage to mass transit systems, resulting in high replacement costs, lost revenue, and serious disruption in travel. Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations?

Waterproofing Systems 102

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Wall Systems Foundation Systems 102

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Waterproofing mass transit systems. Tue, 04/03/2018 - 11:42. April 03, 2018. Water and moisture intrusion can cause significant damage to mass transit systems, resulting in high replacement costs, lost revenue, and serious disruption in travel. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies. Challenges. Underground Solutions.

Waterproofing Systems 103

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Wall Systems Roofing Systems 103

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. May 28, 2018. Waterproofing protects your structure and the assets within it against damaging moisture, humidity, and floods. With fully bonded, pre-applied waterproofing, the membrane essentially compensates for structural failures.

Waterproofing Systems 113

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Wall Systems 113

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

Wed, 04/25/2018 - 09:35. April 25, 2018. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. Phillip.fry@gc….

Fire Protection System Installation 99

Fire Protection System Installation Waterproofing Systems Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 99

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. May 28, 2018. Waterproofing protects your structure and the assets within it against damaging moisture, humidity, and floods. With fully bonded, pre-applied waterproofing, the membrane essentially compensates for structural failures.

Waterproofing Systems 104

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Wall Systems 104

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 28, 2018

Waterproofing structures in extreme climates. Wed, 03/28/2018 - 08:57. March 28, 2018. This continuous waterproofing system fully bonded to the structural concrete surrounding the substructure, creating a positive and permanent barrier against the corrosive environment. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

Waterproofing Systems 68

Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems 68

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

This ambitious project–owned by the Egyptian National Authority of Tunnels (NAT)–is intended to create a direct connection between Cairo, the New Administrative Capital, and 6th of October City via a two-line rapid transit system. When completed, this will be the longest driverless monorail system in the world.

Structural Systems 130

Structural Systems Public Works Government Works Foundation Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The season of celebration and joyous reunion will soon be upon us, and Civil+Structural Engineer Magazine is proud to kickstart the season of celebration by announcing our 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement. Terminal C’s design successfully navigated an aggressive four-year construction schedule without disrupting airport operations.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Design-assist is a popular procurement method for curtain wall systems in today’s commercial market, intended to help resolve these challenges, particularly for custom curtain walls with unique performance requirements and/or unique material configurations.

Wall Systems 104

Wall Systems Fire Protection System Installation Project Management Consulting Steel Fabrication 104

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 14, 2018

Mon, 05/14/2018 - 12:08. May 14, 2018. When the water table rises above the waterproofing membrane finish level, water will penetrate through un-protected area and cause damage to the structure. Be sure that your waterproofing membrane bonds adhesively to the structure. Specify a comprehensive system for floors and walls.

Waterproofing Systems 74

Waterproofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Wall Systems Structural Systems 74

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 17, 2018

Thu, 05/17/2018 - 14:31. May 17, 2018. Understanding the elevation of the groundwater table is critical both from a structural standpoint and for determining what waterproofing is needed. Is there any maintenance required for the barrier system? In these instances, installing a quality waterproofing system is necessary.

Waterproofing Systems 60

Waterproofing Systems Foundation Systems Structural Systems Building Materials 60

GCP Applied Technologies

AUGUST 24, 2018

Fri, 08/24/2018 - 10:23. August 24, 2018. Developers are increasingly facing the challenge of protecting new structures from harmful gases in the soil. Pre-applied bonded membranes are usually the most cost-effective way to minimize the amount of gases that enter the structure. Structural Solutions. Waterproofing.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems Health Regulations 60

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

Wed, 04/25/2018 - 09:35. April 25, 2018. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. Phillip.fry@gc….

Fire Protection System Installation 60

Fire Protection System Installation Waterproofing Systems Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 60

CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Software Required for 3d Modeling of Structure/Architecture. GeoStudio 2018 R2. Software Required for Structural Analysis and Design. Revit Structure. Utilized in most structural design consultancies and firms. #1b. GeoStudio 2018 R2-. Autodesk 3ds Max. Autodesk Maya. Autocad Civil 3d. Bently Road Network.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Structural Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

With her educational background and personal focus on structural engineering, she accepted a position with RJN Group Inc., a civil engineering firm focused on sanitary sewer systems, as a stop-gap measure until she could find a career more suited to her structural engineering ambition.

Project Management Consulting 147

Project Management Consulting Environmental Impact Assessment Public Works Project Management 147

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

Undoubtedly, younger generations have a different relationship with technology — we see the conversation in our daily lives; civil and structural engineers need to proactively bring that same discussion into their professional lives. 100,000 in 2018. In 2016, the suicide rate of 49.4 Only then can we start to make the jobsite safer.

Safety Regulations 130

Safety Regulations Health Regulations Cost Control Structural Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Avoiding damage makes the material reusable and improves human safety and structure durability in products across several industrial sectors. There is an unmet need for a material structure that has a more stable configuration.” Pablo Zavattieri , the Jerry M. and Lynda T.

Building Materials Manufacturing 100

Building Materials Manufacturing Engineering Building Materials Structural Systems 100

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Understanding Roof Installation Roof installation involves several key steps, including planning, material selection, structural preparation, installation, and final inspection. Preparing the site by removing any old roofing materials (for replacements) and inspecting the roof structure for any necessary repairs or reinforcements.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Building Code Compliance Roofing Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

Water, sun, wind, and temperature damage are among the greatest enemies to a building’s structural integrity, even when encased in precast or exterior masonry. According to the National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) , the top five storm-related disasters in 2018 and 2019 alone combined to cause more than $75 billion in damage.

Masonry 52

Masonry Wall Systems Building Resilience Building Materials Manufacturing 52

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 11, 2018

Fri, 05/11/2018 - 14:46. May 11, 2018. Commonly used in urban areas, top down construction is often used for high rise buildings with deep basements and for underground structures such as car parks and transit systems. . Using control flow concrete for top down construction. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls 60

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 11, 2018

Fri, 05/11/2018 - 14:46. May 11, 2018. Commonly used in urban areas, top down construction is often used for high rise buildings with deep basements and for underground structures such as car parks and transit systems. . Using control flow concrete for top down construction. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls 60

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Thu, 10/04/2018 - 09:45. October 04, 2018. This is a popular means of building large structures, such as warehouses, because the work can be performed quickly and usually with lower construction costs compared to traditional masonry construction projects. Foundations & Pouring. Concrete construction innovations.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Cost Control Building Controls Foundation Systems 60

BDC Network

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Back in 2018, our client saw passive house design strategies as the ideal way to achieve their own long-term goals for resiliency, energy efficiency, and high-quality building standards. It allows designers to use smaller, more efficient heating and cooling systems to keep occupants comfortable. That’s a win-win!

Energy Efficiency 95

Energy Efficiency Building Standards Building Code Compliance Building Design 95

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

He has been integral to projects that vary in scope and complexity—from small, historic structures to massive healthcare campuses.”. Digitizing 500+ Amazon facilities from the local archived library to an interactive virtual infrastructure world, Fei and his team are building the foundation for the company’s digital twin ecosystem.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 122

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Project Management Construction Management 122

OmTrak

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

The 2018 Building Confidence report in Australia set out a clear framework to improve regulation and transparency. Yet there is only one building or structure and a business process that delivers it. In Australia structural failures, inappropriate cladding, and other defects are adding to negative productivity in the sector.

Building Commissioning 52

Building Commissioning Building Materials Manufacturing Safety Regulations Health Regulations 52

OmTrak

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

The 2018 Building Confidence report in Australia set out a clear framework to improve regulation and transparency. Yet there is only one building or structure and a business process that delivers it. In Australia structural failures, inappropriate cladding, and other defects are adding to negative productivity in the sector.

Building Commissioning 52

Building Commissioning Building Materials Manufacturing Safety Regulations Health Regulations 52