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Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Roadway Project Manager, Michael Baker International Located in the 1,500-acre Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve in North Georgia, the Elachee Nature Science Center is an education center that serves more than 35,000 students from over 35 school systems and an additional 30,000 visitors to the museum and preserve each year.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 3, 2025
Key Takeaways The construction industry is responsible for 39% of global carbon emissions, making sustainability transformation essential for environmental protection and business viability, with sustainable practices offering significant cost savings and competitive advantages.
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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology
UK Construction Blog
JULY 19, 2025
In today’s fast-evolving technological landscape, combining Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is changing how we analyze and use 3D data. Understanding BIM and GIS To understand the impact of their integration, it’s essential to know what BIM and GIS are.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
ResourceCo’s soil reuse and recycling function delivers sustainable soil solutions for infrastructure projects across Australia. ResourceCo’s commercial and industrial waste recycling diverts ‘light’ materials from landfill. Images: ResourceCo.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 13, 2025
Without a quantifiable specification to convey contract requirements, project teams will continue to be handed polished concrete floors that are ripe for change orders and expensive to maintain. Photo courtesy Bennett Build The polished concrete problem The design industry has struggled with polished concrete for years.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Key Highlights Architects play a crucial role in designing community living projects that prioritize both environmental and social sustainability. Sustainable design in these projects includes focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation, and green building materials.
Buildern
JULY 14, 2025
How often do construction projects go exactly as planned? The root of these issues always lies in neglecting certain aspects of construction project forecasting, leading to inaccurate assumptions and limited visibility into what’s ahead. Table of Contents What is Construction Project Forecasting? And in the U.S.,
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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. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.
Buildern
JULY 10, 2025
The first crucial step is project planning, which is both time-consuming and requires a high level of skill. In this guide, we’ll break down the planning process step-by-step and figure out how construction management software tools help in creating a realistic and flexible plan. A builder starts planning.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 23, 2025
The post The Role of Concrete in the Building and Renovation Process appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Commercial property solicitors in Staffordshire play an essential role in ensuring that construction and renovation projects adhere to legal frameworks, particularly when dealing with complex contracts and property regulations.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
The post Lodge Building: A Comprehensive Guide to Construction, Design, and Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Lodge building has evolved from simple estate structures to versatile, modern constructions serving diverse purposes across residential, commercial, and recreational sectors. What is Lodge Building?
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.
Safety Services Company
MAY 12, 2025
Navigating compliance in todays industrial landscape just became more critical for contractors, as ATI, a global leader in specialty materials, has joined ISNetworlds network of hiring clients. With over 50 years of expertise, ATI provides materials for critical industries, including aerospace, oil and gas, medical, and more.
Contractors Liability Blog
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Boston’s rich history, environmental rules, and city-specific regulations make the licensing process more complex. The Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) manages this process. Historic Preservation Compliance Boston has tough rules for contractors working on old buildings.
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UK Construction Blog
JUNE 24, 2025
The £450 million stadium project forms part of an eight-hectare town centre regeneration scheme that includes 1,000 residential apartments, hotel facilities, restaurants, and a live music venue, creating over 1,000 permanent jobs for the local community. Community impact adds another dimension to the stadium debate.
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 17, 2025
For many UK homeowners, this decision represents a significant crossroads that impacts not just your living space but also your budget, lifestyle, and property value. Each approach comes with unique benefits, challenges, and environmental implications that must be carefully evaluated before making your decision. You’re not alone.
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UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
The post Construction Industry App Development: Transform Your Projects with Digital Solutions appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Today’s technology offers streamlined solutions that tackle communication breakdowns, enhance productivity, and significantly improve project management across all stages of development.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 26, 2025
The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%.
CCR Magazine
JUNE 13, 2025
AFRY Management Consulting has prepared a comparative study on the carbon footprint of Metsä Wood’s Kerto® LVL (Laminated Veneer Lumber) product. The study compares load-bearing structures, excluding insulations or other materials, to ensure a fair assessment of primary structural components.
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.
UK Construction Blog
MAY 8, 2025
Whether you’re looking to accommodate a growing family, create additional living areas, or enhance your home’s functionality, understanding the extension process from conception to completion is essential for a successful project.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
As energy costs continue to climb and environmental awareness reaches new heights, homeowners across the UK are discovering the remarkable benefits of recycled paper insulation. When properly installed, recycled paper insulation achieves impressive R-values that contribute significantly to building fabric efficiency.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 21, 2025
In construction, it means leveraging tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), artificial intelligence, drones, and IoT-enabled devices to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and reduce costs. Digital transformation in construction means using modern technology to improve the way projects are planned, managed, and built.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 25, 2025
The UK construction industry is experiencing a cautious recovery in 2025 with three consecutive months of positive growth, but faces its most severe labour shortage in decades that threatens to constrain a historic £34 billion pipeline of major projects starting this year. annually with projections of £204.12 While the sector shows 2.7-2.9%
UK Construction Blog
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The post Leveraging Local Marketplaces for Efficient Home Building appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Building a home is a significant undertaking, and one of the most challenging aspects is sourcing the right materials at the right price. What Are Local Marketplaces for Home Building?
Roads Online
JUNE 20, 2025
Several key innovations have been central to this transformation: Foamed bitumen stabilisation This method revolutionised how we treat existing pavement materials. As it contracts, the bitumen coats the fine particles within the pavement material, effectively filling voids and creating a moisture-resistant, flexible matrix. The result?
CCR Magazine
MARCH 21, 2025
Even small issues can completely derail your construction projects, resulting in a major loss of productivity. This is why smart, veteran managers use careful planning and robust workflows to improve their budgeting, employee onboarding, material and equipment purchases, and other operations.
Jonas Construction
JANUARY 30, 2024
Innovations, economic uncertainty, construction workforce shortages , and other factors have forced service and construction companies to change the way they work and deliver their projects. This technology can lead to reduced material costs, shorter construction durations, and improved quality of building operations.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Material supplied by Coates Partnering with principal contractor John Holland on the M7-M12 Integration Project , Coates has completed one of the largest traffic barrier installations ever seen in NSW. Our traffic management solutions align with industry best practice and are designed to meet customers’ legal requirements.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 25, 2025
Legal obligations require employers to assess, control, and review noise exposure under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, providing mandatory hearing protection at 80 dB and health surveillance for at-risk workers. Impact drivers create 85-100 decibels when fastening materials.
ENR Construction
JUNE 16, 2025
We aren’t seeing a slowdown yet, with some projects locked up for the next two or three years.” The sanguine assessment counters a concerning stumble in Honolulu construction starts last year. That impact is also reflected in the Dodge data that show environmental public works starts are forecast to grow by almost 45% to tally $2.4
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 4, 2025
From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. A proper assessment helps identify both limitations and opportunities in your space.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 24, 2025
Key Takeaways Manchester United is building the UK’s largest football stadium with a 100,000-seat capacity on land adjacent to Old Trafford, designed by Foster + Partners as part of a £2 billion regeneration project set to complete by 2030-31. The project promises significant economic benefits with Oxford Economics projecting £7.3
UK Construction Blog
JULY 18, 2025
The post Loft Conversion Planning: The Critical Role of Technical Drawings and Structural Assessment appeared first on UK Construction Blog. However, successful loft conversion projects require meticulous planning, precise technical documentation, and thorough structural assessment from the outset.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
The post Oak Framed Orangery Kits: Complete Guide to Premium Self-Build Solutions appeared first on UK Construction Blog. These comprehensive packages deliver all the materials and expertise needed to create a stunning garden room without the premium price tag of full professional installation.
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. Net-zero is the primary objective necessary for climate management.
Construction Specifier
JULY 5, 2025
Photo courtesy Shutterstock Skylights can be used to provide significant energy savings and enhance the aesthetic appeal of buildings, flooding interior spaces with the warmth and illumination of natural light. These benefits make skylights a welcome addition to buildings. They range from simple rectangles to complex polygons.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 9, 2025
With clear, practical strategies and expert advice, this guide aims to simplify damp proofing and provide actionable steps for tackling common moisture problems in any building. This is the most common form in modern buildings, especially those with poor ventilation. Each type harms building materials differently.
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ENR Construction
JULY 11, 2025
Photo by Molly Riley/The White House July 11, 2025 Several federal agencies have recently announced revisions to their procedures under the National Environmental Policy Act that officials say will streamline reviews for projects.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 14, 2025
However, the right cable type and organized management practices are just the beginning—working with experienced cabling installers at data centers can help you sidestep issues before they escalate. Assess Your Current Infrastructure Before diving into new cabling solutions, you’ll want to thoroughly assess your current infrastructure.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 1, 2025
The post Digital Marketing for Construction Companies: Building Your Online Presence in 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The firms that embrace comprehensive digital strategies are capturing increasing market share, whilst those that resist online marketing find themselves struggling to compete for the most profitable projects.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 7, 2023
This project marks the sixth year that OSI has worked with the USMA cadets to design and construct a trail bridge at a New York State Park. The project will support year-round, multi-use recreational access on the future Schunnemunk Meadows trail, including hiking, walking, running, cycling, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 1, 2023
By Luke Carothers As environmental and climate change concerns continue to grow, there is also a growing recognition of the impact that industries like construction have had on environmental issues. Sustainable construction practices often result in reduced operational costs over the long-term.
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GCP Applied Technologies
MAY 5, 2020
The Move Towards Embodied Carbon Targets for Building Materials. This is driving an increased focus on reducing embodied carbon, which represents a large part of the emissions produced in the building industry. Identifying and assessing the impacts of carbon reductions. michael.delros…. Tue, 05/05/2020 - 18:34.
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