UK Construction Blog

MAY 2, 2025

Available in various types (standard prestressed, high strength and fair-faced options) and sizes (widths from 100mm to 215mm and lengths from 600mm to 3000mm), these lintels can accommodate diverse building requirements. What Are Precast Concrete Lintels?

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Builtworld is a global community of buildings and infrastructure professionals, providing analysis of key trends, data driven research, high impact events, and collaborative, topic-focused research. It allows us to demonstrate proof of concept and build trust with customers as we address their real-world challenges.

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BDC Network

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. Smart control systems enable more precise and efficient energy management.

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Building Radar

OCTOBER 21, 2024

For example, platforms like Building Radar provide innovative solutions that help identify new construction projects and improve specification development. Continuous Improvement and Adaptation Sales training is not a one-time event but an ongoing process. As the construction industry evolves, so too must the training programs.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic and other international events have caused periodic disruptions in material availability, which in turn drives up costs. Zoning laws, building codes, environmental regulations, and permits all contribute to the overall expense of any construction project. These unforeseen challenges often lead to cost overruns.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 27, 2025

More developers are investing in smart systems to streamline parcel management , recognizing that building success in high-density living now depends on delivering seamless experiences for both residents and operators. This not only reduces lost items and theft but also makes building operations more efficient.

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Roads Online

JULY 17, 2025

Komatsu’s ‘Boots On’ event has peeled back the curtain on the equipment manufacturer’s upcoming slate of innovative equipment releases. Hybrid technology, as well as Intelligent Machine Control were some of the key highlights from the event. Komatsu has put its new machinery on show as part of its ‘Boots On’ show.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

An aesthetic makeover In restaurants, event venues, gyms, and retail environments, vertical-stacking sectional doors are now used to blur the lines between indoor and outdoor areas and create adaptable, dynamic, and revenue-generating spaces. A vertical-stacking provides a clear, open ceiling in an outdoor dining setting. m (4 ft) to 4.2

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ENR Construction

JUNE 24, 2025

of Transportations District 5 has used remote-controlled bulldozers and excavators in production to remove slide material, officials say. The remote controlled machines are being run by an operator seated in a control center located above the slide. This is the first time that California Dept.

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Buildern

JULY 14, 2025

To build forecasts that stick, draw from a combination of: Historical project data: Previous cost trends, cash-flow patterns, and earned value metrics. Knowing this early will help your team get prepared for the upcoming events, avoiding unnecessary project slowdowns. Build escalation clauses and material price buffers into contracts.

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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.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Construction begins in summer 2025 with Limak International as the main contractor, the same company working on FC Barcelona’s Camp Nou redevelopment, ensuring world-class expertise for the 30-month build programme. The acoustic limitations at Kenilworth Road also affect the matchday atmosphere that drives team performance.

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For Construction Pros

JUNE 23, 2025

This included a stop at the Wirtgen Group booth to talk to about Vogele’s latest machine control systems. In terms of automation,” he explained, “we’re talking about controlling the machine in terms of depth, width, and direction.” How close are we to it? Thats why so much of this issue is dedicated to the topic.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 11, 2025

Whether it’s accessing rooftops, maintaining building façades, or installing equipment, the risks are significant – and so are the legal responsibilities. Specialist firms like Altus Safety support organisations across sectors in navigating these regulations, but ultimate responsibility always lies with those controlling the work.

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Jonas Construction

JULY 30, 2024

This allows them to optimize resources and maintain control over timelines and costs, ultimately meeting project deadlines efficiently. Construction daily log software helps project teams digitally record their daily logs by summarizing information on the job progress, daily events, weather conditions, milestones and challenges.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 7, 2025

Granular Local Market Cost Data is Essential for Cost Visibility & Management (Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, & New Builds) Using current, verifiable, and detailed local cost dat a instead of national averages with adjustment factors ensures: Cost transparency All labor, material, and equipment costs are broken down and verifiable.

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iField Smart

MAY 14, 2025

This feature may encapsulate unique data including the concrete pouring completion to build a foundation, installing wiring within certain spaces, and framing progress on certain building floors. This would include documenting rainfall, temperature, and various events that could impact site work and lead to higher delays.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 27, 2025

Precast concrete is a desirable material for these buildings for a variety of reasons, whether used for walls, floors, and roof panels in a total precast structure or as an enclosure system. While data centers are currently being constructed at a fast pace, they are not a new building type. Section CAZ: Controlled Access Zone.

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Procore

JUNE 18, 2025

Introducing Procore Helix, an intelligence layer that powers smarter, more connected ways to build Author: Brian Payne, VP of Product Marketing Construction is changing. At this year's Innovation Summit, we discussed not just the evolution of technology but the dawn of a new era in how we build.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

Protecting your commercial building goes beyond locking the doors. Security Alarm Systems Security alarm systems serve as your building’s first line of defense against unauthorized entry. When triggered, they alert security teams, building management, and sometimes local law enforcement.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

When you think of high-rise buildings, you might imagine impressive city skylines, luxurious apartments, or bustling office spaces. Plumbing in high-rise construction is far more complicated than in single-story homes or low-rise buildings. It presents unique challenges that require creativity, expertise, and careful planning.

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Plant & Civil Engineer

MARCH 24, 2025

This marks a significant milestone in the civil engineering and construction industry, establishing the event as a hub for civil engineering activities and industry engagement. The event will be co-located with a well-established show that has been running for over a decade, covering flood, drainage, and waterways management.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 20, 2025

A well-planned site is a safer site, and these small actions can save lives in the event of a fire. Building a culture of safety means that everyone looks out for each other. A hot work permit system can help track and control these activities. Regular checks and clear rules help everyone stay safe.

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Buildern

JUNE 13, 2025

This is due to the nature of the work, which usually requires a lot of time to complete and has a high risk of delays because of bad weather, material shortages, or other factors beyond the direct control of the construction company. This transparency builds trust and helps ensure financial discipline throughout the project.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 6, 2025

AIA Photos courtesy Serge Ferrari Group As the world grapples with the increasingly extreme impacts of climate change, architects and builders continue to prioritize materials and building techniques that help manage the effects of wind, rain, flooding, and fires. Why modular textile construction?

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 14, 2025

Interested parties can view a video of the robots and request additional information for the private event at [link]. The collaborative robots, or cobots, feature built-in safety measures and offer both autonomous and manual operation via handheld controllers. These machines effortlessly handle PV panels weighing 100 lbs.,

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For Construction Pros

JULY 9, 2025

It is addressed to the engineer responsible for the contract documents and the building official. As ACI’s flagship standard, ACI CODE-318-25 sets the foundation for structural concrete design and construction in buildings and nonbuilding structures. What is 318-25?

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Roads Online

JUNE 23, 2025

Komatsu has long been an exhibitor and partner of bauma, one of – if not the world’s largest trade fairs for construction, building material and mining machines, construction vehicles and construction equipment. offers advanced features, such as 3D boundary control and automated steer-to-line. “The Enter, bauma 2025.

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Safeway Driveways

JULY 1, 2025

The driveway, on the other hand, changes as technology, environmental awareness, and the look of buildings change. These systems stop ice and snow from building up by using electric cables or hydronic tubes that are built into the ground and move warm fluids around. Driveways used to be just a way to get to your garage.

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For Construction Pros

JULY 21, 2025

Rising Material Variability and QC Disputes - Inconsistent material sources and growing reliance on performance-based specs have led to a spike in quality control issues. Project management platforms, real-time monitoring (like concrete sensors), BIM, and drone surveys are streamlining workflows and improving quality control.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

Project scopes encompass vertical and horizontal construction such as paving, shore protection, renovation of existing buildings and new building construction. of Water Resources and the San Joaquin Area Flood Control Agency. Two new buildings—an administrative office and water quality laboratory—will be constructed.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 7, 2025

This week’s quiz is from The revolution of tension fabric buildings in facility design. Once viewed as temporary or low-quality, fabric buildings have undergone a dramatic transformation—thanks to innovations like I-beam rigid-frame design, multi-layer PVC cladding, and vertically integrated manufacturing. Quiz - July 8 1.

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For Construction Pros

JULY 18, 2025

In the event that it’s the contractor’s responsibility or you’re thinking about your own ready-mix plant, here are a few things to keep in mind. Waste control — How is the system reclaiming material? Balance the distance and time trucks must travel in the yard to the proximity to buildings. Is the system easy to navigate?

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

The predominantly concrete structure for the student housing building sits atop rammed aggregate piers and spread footings. Immediately to the west sits a six-story parking structure completed last year by McCarthy Building Cos. The predominantly concrete structure sits atop rammed aggregate piers and spread footings.

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For Construction Pros

JULY 18, 2025

This involves leveraging BIM (Building Information Modeling) for detailed concrete designs, connecting those models directly to the field. Contractors are also adopting machine control for accurate placement of materials. The same investment in technology is being seen in the machine control space.

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Building Radar

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Integrating Building Radars innovative solutions ensures that your sales enablement efforts are not only effective but also optimized for increased conversion rates and reduced sales cycles. By incorporating Building Radars AI-driven insights , training sessions can be tailored to address specific client needs and market demands.

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ENR Construction

JULY 8, 2025

Army Corps of Engineers July 8, 2025 The contractor and the flood control authority for the massive Red River diversion project in North Dakota have resolved $400 million in claims with a $57-million settlement, much of it related to the failure to use epoxy coating on rebar in parts of the project to protect against corrosion.

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