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Roads Online
DECEMBER 11, 2024
It has introduced electric power into some of its best-selling goods, providing substitutes for conventional diesel-powered machinery, with many of these solutions being touted for potential use in major government infrastructure projects across Australia. Especially in large-scale and government-led projects.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The Lintec CSD2500B is ideal for any job site and has worked on several prominent infrastructure projects worldwide. In Africa, the Lintec CSD2500B worked on a 14.2-kilometre However, it presented a challenge for Lintec & Linnhoff as the company had to install and commission 100 per cent remotely.
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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 4, 2025
The starting price sits at AUD 80,000, and choosing the right builder needs careful thought to meet quality standards and regulations. The building journey goes beyond just construction schedules. Experience and track record Professional tiny home builders know specialised construction methods that go beyond regular home building.
OmTrak
JANUARY 14, 2025
Champion Validated Data What wed like to see : Building a transparent data environment where validated information drives decision-making. Enhance Project Governance for Commissioning and Handover What wed like to see : Establishing stricter governance frameworks to facilitate smooth transitions during commissioning and handover.
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 23, 2024
on the exterior of the building, which increases the effective thermal resistance of the assembly. Successful prefabricated cladding projects clearly delineate the prefabricated and field-installed portions of the work. EIFS adhesives, typically polymer-modified cementitious materials, are compatible with many WRAB chemistries.
Stok
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Stok recently attended the IMN ESG and Decarbonizing Real Estate Forum , where real estate leaders shared insights on the top environmental, social, and governance (ESG) trends shaping the industry. 4: THE NEXT LEVEL OF BUILDING PERFORMANCE STANDARDS Building Performance Standards (BPS) are becoming an increasingly important regulatory tool.
Construction Specifier
APRIL 16, 2025
As the global focus on sustainability and climate change intensifies, the United States is seeing a new trend in building restoration-deep energy retrofits. buildings account for nearly 50 percent of energy consumption and 35 percent of total energy-related emissions.
The Construction Index
JUNE 18, 2025
In October 2024 the then transport secretary commissioned a review of the procurement and delivery of major transport projects, with specific reference to HS2. Stewart’s report was published by the government on 18 th June 2025. Sadly the government does not want to share these lessons – or at least not yet.
The Construction Index
JUNE 24, 2025
Managing director Paul McCormack said: “This significant investment reflects our commitment to achieving the highest standards in quality, service, sustainability and safety for our customers. Robot brickie builds Durham houses 20 hours A bricklaying robot is making its UK debut in Durham. Email news@theconstructionindex.co.uk
The Construction Index
JUNE 19, 2025
The market study will examine whether there are opportunities to improve how the public sector and industry work together, for example through improvements to public procurement, so more cost-effective infrastructure can be built in support of the government’s growth mission. We look forward to working to support this study.”
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ENR Construction
JULY 11, 2025
The case dealt with a proposal to build a railroad in Utah to transport crude oil, which opponents said would have adverse effects near refineries in Louisiana and Texas. Army Corps of Engineers all updated their procedures as CEQ rescinded its regulations, which previously had directed the agencies standards.
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 13, 2024
A “Passive House” is a high-performance building standard developed by the Passive House Institute and is the only internationally recognized, performance-based energy standard in construction. LEED is the world’s most widely used green building rating system, and LEED Platinum is its highest certification.
Building Information Management
JUNE 19, 2013
Standard: Collaborative production of architectural, engineering and construction information. Mandatory BIM for government projects. Requires IFC BIM for new buildings. Building Information Management – A Standard Framework and Guide to BS 1192. Work with key agencies on pilot projects. BS 1192:2007.
Construction News
APRIL 9, 2024
A government-commissioned review has floated the creation a new body for transforming existing buildings – to oversee cladding work, retrofitting and decent homes standards.
Practical Law Construction
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Interestingly, moral rights don’t even get a mention in the commonly used standard form contracts such as JCT , NEC and FIDIC and yet they can often be a critical risk issue for many construction projects. However they will stay with (and transfer with) the work and continue to vest in the originating author or artist.
Job Order Contracting
MAY 17, 2022
“ESG- Using Environmental, Social and Governance factors to evaluate companies and countries on how far advanced they are with sustainability. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposal to require that public companies disclose climate-related information. How to reduce the carbon footprint of a building?
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Nominated by their peers for their exceptional achievements, these under-40 individuals aren't just building structures—they're constructing the future. Together with the core team at Amstein+Walthert, he establishes new ways of working in the other branches. Mark Jason Villanueva, Newcon Builders Pte.
Stonemark
AUGUST 9, 2020
Broadly speaking, however, commercial construction regulations come down to five essential sets of standards; we will discuss these in the post below. However, a good knowledge of local planning and building department practices and expectations can help streamline the approval process.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 9, 2023
Construction often involves complex logistical planning and coordination, but what happens when you add a building in one of the harshest environments on earth to the mix? With this project, we can enhance our science capabilities to better understand climate change during this crucial time in our lives.”
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 15, 2022
AIMP is part of the long-term Government investment programme to modernise its research facilities in the Polar Regions , including six existing buildings that have reached the end of their life. “We’re building something in the most isolated, remote part of the world. ” Strict environmental standards.
Best Practices Construction Law
APRIL 18, 2013
This is due to the Federal mandate of requiring a specified wage rate on road work. If a state does not have a mandated state Prevailing Wage, then the Davis-Bacon rate would be adopted for the wages for workers on the highway project. Image: USDAgov. Governor Haslam Legislation davis-bacon act prevailing wages wage payment'
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 10, 2024
Through this work, this year’s class of Rising Stars have directly benefited the design profession, their employers, project owners, and society. This impact also extends to work done in their communities as well as leadership and mentorship within their firms.
UK Construction Blog
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The post Learn About the Latest News on UK Construction Expenses Jump to 3.8%, Frustration Across Business as UK Recession and Building Slowdown Numbers Emerge and London Affordable Housing Construction Has Stalled appeared first on UK Construction Blog. ONS claimed the decline ‘came primarily from a decrease in new work (5.0%
CCR Magazine
APRIL 13, 2024
The updated 404-page standard was revised to provide contractors, designers, and facility owners with the information they need to apply effective and efficient solutions to their projects. All of SMACNA’s standards manuals are available in print or PDF format via SMACNA’s online bookstore. SMACNA has national offices in Chantilly, Va.,
OmTrak
NOVEMBER 6, 2021
Productivity Decline in the Building Industry – What can be done? Governments around the world have spent or borrowed billions of dollars to support businesses and communities and are now seeking to recover the costs. How can productivity in the building industry improve? The building industry is a prime target for improvement.
OmTrak
NOVEMBER 6, 2021
Productivity Decline in the Building Industry – What can be done? Governments around the world have spent or borrowed billions of dollars to support businesses and communities and are now seeking to recover the costs. How can productivity in the building industry improve? The building industry is a prime target for improvement.
Construction Specifier
AUGUST 22, 2024
Additionally, the government allocates reimbursements based on results, so the survey directly impacts a hospital’s financial performance. When specifying interior finishes such as flooring, building professionals should take the utmost care to ensure all materials help advance these overarching quality measurement components.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.
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Contractors Liability Blog
AUGUST 19, 2024
Check with your local city or county office, such as the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government or the Louisville Metro Department of Codes & Regulations, for specific requirements. Electricians: The Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings, and Construction (HBC) issues electrical licenses.
Practical Law Construction
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
December 2021 saw the publication of the independent review of public sector construction frameworks, commissioned by the Cabinet Office, and led by Professor David Mosey PhD. Mosey was given the brief of creating a new “Gold Standard” for public sector frameworks and framework controls.
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Contractors Liability Blog
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Overview of the Licensing Process in South Dakota For contractors working in South Dakota, obtaining the correct license is essential for legal operation and project success. Class B License: Focused on residential projects and limited commercial work. We’ll also cover the insurance and bonding requirements for each type of contractor.
Practical Law Construction
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
A key concept introduced by Part 4 of the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA 2022) is the Accountable Person (AP). Required in relation to every occupied higher-risk building , the AP is the “dutyholder” who has responsibility for the fire and structural safety of the building during occupation.
Construction Specifier
MAY 2, 2025
The focus now includes how well a building serves its occupants and the environment, especially in the face of increasing climate challenges. It supports LEED strategies for site development, thermal comfort, and long-term building performance.
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 21, 2024
The post Find About the Latest News on Steel Used to Build the UK Wedgetail Facility, the Dispute Over UK Parliament’s £22bn Renovations, Innocrete3d Launches UK 3dcp, and a Timber in Construction Roadmap Should Start With Education appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Lucy Barnard learns why. Absolutely disgusting.
Levelset
JUNE 16, 2022
The federal government is allocating over a trillion dollars in funding for public infrastructure construction projects over the course of the next decade. Protecting your payment rights on public works projects is crucial — contractors deal with payment issues on these projects just as much as on private ones.
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Business Facilities
JULY 24, 2019
Companies continue to choose the region as a place to establish and grow headquarters operations—choosing to build a future in metro Atlanta. Incubators and co-working spaces are another active part of Atlanta, where organizations and individuals across ecosystems come together to innovate solutions. Honeywell International Inc.
Building Information Management
FEBRUARY 26, 2013
(Source: A report for the Government Construction Client Group Building Information Modelling (BIM) Working Party Strategy Paper March 2011). In 2008 it was revised as COBie to ensure that it was relevant to facilities worldwide and was fully compatible with international standards for data and classification.
CivilJungle
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
There are various multinational as well as national construction companies in India which are working for the construction of highways, infrastructure, building, and Railway project. The infrastructure is one of the first priorities for the government in the development of the country. Revenue in Core. lakh crores.
Business Facilities
JULY 24, 2019
Tennessee is proud to be a right-to-work state with no personal income tax on wages. The dedicated technology hub will help accelerate the Fortune 50 company’s technology transformation, serving as the epicenter for the team Lowe’s is hiring to help modernize its IT systems and build future retail experiences.
Practical Law Construction
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Less than two years ago, the government published the Construction Playbook , a comprehensive and quite visionary plan for changing the delivery of construction projects in order to “get it right from the start” If you haven’t looked at it so far, it is worth reading. What is new? What is new?
UK Construction Blog
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The post Read the Latest News on Bluebeam and CIOB Promote Building Software, Construction Must Adopt Technology, UK Investigates Cheap Chinese Excavator Imports and Construction Starts Declined Dramatically appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the meantime, Construction Sector Must Embrace Technology to Avoid Threat of Insolvency.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Even when people are inside, it is hard to block out intruding and distracting noises within the space people are in; noise coming from adjacent rooms, areas above or below, or from hallways; or even from outside the building. The purpose of the building determines what types of noise pollution creates “pain points” for occupants.
Construction Specifier
MAY 30, 2025
By Andrew Irvine Photos and illustration courtesy TYPAR Construction Products In recent years, moisture management has become increasingly important for multifamily and commercial construction teams due to higher expectations for building performance and more stringent building codes and regulations.
The Korte Company
AUGUST 12, 2020
Design-Build was not always accepted in the industry. So when he encountered Ralph Korte’s vision of Design-Build in action, he saw the industry’s future. . Every movement needs a believer—but also someone to put in the labor, work out the kinks and make it a reality. Exactly the kind of work Dennis did. .
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