Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

Building Performance Measurement

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

The post How Construction Companies Can Effectively Embrace Technology appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Up until fairly recently, those who worked in the construction industry traditionally had a reputation for being slow to adapt to new technologies. Why is Technology Important in the Construction Industry?

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Construction Specifier

JUNE 26, 2025

Photos courtesy Huntsman Building Solutions and Groupe Valco In any construction project, the integrity of a building’s foundation is paramount. If the water infiltrates, it can cause severe damage, including cracks, mold growth, and erosion of building materials.

Waterproofing Systems

ENR Construction

JUNE 6, 2025

of Transportation June 6, 2025 Walsh Construction Co. has been selected to build a new westbound span for the I-195 Washington Bridge in Providence, R.I., Walsh and design partner WSP will begin work on the $339-million design-build project next month, according to the Rhode Island Dept. Photo courtesy of Rhode Island Dept.

Specialty Contracting

Plant & Civil Engineer

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

A new report from industry-leading manufacturer of power tools, accessories and hand tools MILWAUKEE has found that risk remains unacceptably high on European construction sites, harming workers, employers and the wider sector alike. PPE, tools, and equipment have been designed for a specific purpose and rigorously tested and certified.

Construction Equipment

ENR Construction

JULY 23, 2025

Photo by Scott Blair/ENR July 23, 2025 Crews spread out across five construction sites are working to add a pair of tunnels under the Hudson River and nine miles of new passenger rail line to provide more reliable connectivity between New Jersey and New York City.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

ENR Construction

AUGUST 4, 2025

includes pipe fabrication, modular fabrication, pipe and steel erection, insulation, paint, scaffolding, electrical and instrumentation, millwright services and commission and start-up support. The company is building modules for those projects at its Louisiana fabrication facilities in Morgan City and in Port Allen.

Steel Fabrication

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. It sets out how the politicians in a hurry to build the world’s best and fastest railway meant that cost control went out of the window and gold plating ran riot.

Construction Equipment

The Construction Index

JULY 7, 2025

Breaking ground at RAF Cosford Modular construction specialist Reds10 has moved on site to start to putting together a new Officers’ Mess annex of 50 en-suite bedsits at RAF Cosford under a a £12m contract for the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO).

Construction Equipment

Construction Daily News

APRIL 16, 2025

In todays construction news, learn about how President Donald Trump’s erratic trade policies have caused optimism in some sectors of the U.S. construction industry to decline. Sika, a manufacturer of construction chemicals (SIKA.S), launches a new tab. Construction has 25% immigrant workers, second only to agriculture.

Building Materials Manufacturing

ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

David Tryba, Founding Principal, Tryba Architects Holder Construction is building the first project in the new Clayworks mixed-use district in Golden, Colo. The 182,000-sq-ft all-electric building for CoorsTek is the first phase of the six-block district being developed on a former industrial site.

Renewable Energy Systems

ENR Construction

JUNE 9, 2025

Photo courtesy of QSi Consultancy Group June 9, 2025 After two decades of stalled growth, the Maldives construction sector is now seeing some $2 billion in construction activity. The project aims to reclaim 63 hectares, with 23 hectares already completed by Sri Lanka-based Capital Marine and Civil Construction (CMCC).

Project Management Consulting

ENR Construction

JULY 23, 2025

Genoa, Italy—a Webuild subsidiary—and Madrid-based Acciona, for $390 million; and Lot 3, built by Webuild under a $520-million design-build contract, with Jacobs as design lead. Lot 1, which began construction in 2015, includes nearly 10 miles of sewers. Once fully operational, the system will treat up to 2.3

Piping Installation

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

The post The Ultimate Guide to Air Quality Monitoring: Protecting Health & Environment appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Mobile monitors capture pollution variations along transport routes, near construction sites, or in response to specific events like wildfires or industrial incidents. Every breath you take matters.

Environmental Impact Assessment

The Construction Index

JUNE 24, 2025

Construction News New chief for Keepmoat 4 hours Top 10 house-builder Keepmoat has named Ian Hoad as its new chief executive. Robot brickie builds Durham houses 20 hours A bricklaying robot is making its UK debut in Durham. in Cat machines Share Share Share Share Blackwood invests £3.5m Got a story?

Construction Equipment

The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

Costain previously constructed the Stublach solution mining plant near to the planned hydrogen storage facility The Keuper gas storage project (KGSP) is an underground hydrogen storage facility in Northwich, Cheshire.

Construction Equipment

The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

CGI of Grahams planned Hydepark Street block, Glasgow Glasgow City Council has approved the construction of Graham’s 410-bed student accommodation development in the city’s Anderston area. Designed by Cooper Cromar, the architecture draws inspiration from the Seagram Building in New York, the developer said. Got a story?

Approvals

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 26, 2024

A special edition compact track loader from CNH construction brand CASE Construction Equipment was on display at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, California, USA at the Helping Hands charity concert. Hetfield commissioned the design as part of an equipment supply agreement with our CASE brand.

Construction Equipment

The Construction Index

JUNE 19, 2025

The National Infrastructure Commission estimated that public and private sector investment will need to increase by 30-50% over the next decade to deliver more complex infrastructure.

Public Works

The Construction Index

JUNE 24, 2025

The land at the Limmo Peninsula, close to Canning Town tube station, was previously used for the construction of the Elizabeth line (Crossrail, as was). Ballymore shares our dedication to providing great homes for Londoners, helping to ease the housing crisis and build the homes London urgently needs. Got a story?

Construction Equipment

The Construction Index

JULY 29, 2025

British Gypsum’s East Leake factory near Loughborough Saint-Gobain and Vector Labs plans to work together to explore how advanced materials can be integrated into construction products to improve performance and reduce environmental impact.

Construction Equipment

BDC Network

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Joshua Crawford Engineers Facility Managers Building Technology Energy As renewable energy sources continue to dramatically influence the electric grid, energy storage is playing a pivotal role in achieving grid resiliency. AC augmentation is conceptually simpler due to reduced interfaces with existing equipment.

Fire Protection System Installation

The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

More than 30 bosses of UK constructional steelwork fabrication companies have written to business secretary Jonathan Reynolds seeking a new deal for steel. If we are serious about building a strong, resilient, and low-carbon infrastructure future, then investment must extend across the entire steel ecosystem.

Steel Fabrication

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.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Specification Product Update

APRIL 16, 2025

Additionally, its lightweight construction means that there was no need for costly cranes or heavy lifting equipment during installation, which helped to reduce costs and minimise disruption at this popular venue. The venue is now benefitting from a modern, reliable, and efficient heating system.

Flooring Systems

The Construction Index

JUNE 24, 2025

The three-year contract was commissioned through National Highways ’ specialist professional and technical services framework. This appointment builds on our extensive environmental work with National Highways, including our ongoing collaboration with Jacobs and specialist supply chain.

Environmental Consulting

The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

The number of green Pallet Loop pallets entering the building materials supply chain has now passed one million. Every year, Barratt Redrow accepts delivery of hundreds of thousands of pallets carrying core building materials. And with Barratt Redrow joining the network and embracing the concept, that number is set to keep rising.

Green Building

Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Raum Architects, based in Mumbles, was commissioned by the couple to re-imagine the house. First-class installer training and support The main contractor, Swansea-based HJO Developments worked closely with Raum Architects during the construction to achieve an award-winning level of finish. Wed definitely recommend doing the course.

Roofing Systems

The Construction Index

JUNE 24, 2025

Construction News New chief for Keepmoat 4 hours Top 10 house-builder Keepmoat has named Ian Hoad as its new chief executive. Robot brickie builds Durham houses 20 hours A bricklaying robot is making its UK debut in Durham. Got a story? Email news@theconstructionindex.co.uk

Contracts

The Construction Index

JUNE 24, 2025

Construction News Robot brickie builds Durham houses 20 hours A bricklaying robot is making its UK debut in Durham. Government brings in consultants for greener roads 4 hours National Highways has commissioned consultants to produce a new environmental sustainability strategy. Got a story? Email news@theconstructionindex.co.uk

Construction Equipment

The Construction Index

AUGUST 4, 2025

This innovative solution is complemented by a smaller rooftop solar system, making the building almost completely encased in solar technology. These include an increased risk of shading from nearby buildings and trees, and varying sunlight angles that can reduce energy production in traditional string inverter systems.

Renewable Energy Systems

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 26, 2025

The post Modern Ventilation Strategies that Reduce Heating Costs appeared first on UK Construction Blog. These new systems give buildings the fresh air they need and keep heating costs down at the same time. Whole-house ventilation systems equipped with heat recovery capabilities operate on a straightforward process.

Renewable Energy Systems

ENR Construction

AUGUST 7, 2025

Approval clears construction to start later this year, with the line energized in phases through 2029. 5 that the Illinois Commerce Commission granted a certificate of public convenience and necessity for its Central Illinois Grid Transformation Program. August 7, 2025 Ameren Illinois announced Aug. billion upgrade.

Green Building

The Construction Index

JUNE 10, 2025

There is talk of Sizewell C being complete in the mid 2030s, but Hinkley Point C (HPC) – identical in scale and European pressurised reactor (EPR) design – has been under construction for nine years already and is not expected to be commissioned for another six. The procurement process began in July 2023.

Modular Construction

For Construction Pros

JUNE 30, 2025

The Consumer Product Safety Commission proposed a regulation that limited the amount of carbon monoxide from a machine that could potentially impact the generator market. Barry Dlugasz, director, Honda Power Equipment Sales, American Honda Motor Company Inc., One, for regulatory purposes. That’s if the proposal passes.

Construction Equipment

The Construction Index

JUNE 18, 2025

Construction News New owner for William Hare 1 hour Structural steelwork contractor William Hare has been acquired for an undisclosed sum by entrepreneur Simon Orange. Costain to design underground hydrogen storage facililty 2 hours Engie-subsidiary Storengy UK has commissioned Costain to design its planned Keuper gas storage project.

Construction Equipment

ENR Construction

AUGUST 4, 2025

To promote safety and efficiency, Bechtel is assembling the base of Mobile Launcher 2 at the ML2 Parksite—located by the Vehicle Assembly Building—and is constructing the tower near NASA headquarters at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

Building Commissioning