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Precast Concrete Lintels: The Ultimate Guide to Strength, Durability & Installation

UK Construction Blog

Key Takeaways Precast concrete lintels provide essential structural support above windows and doors, distributing weight evenly across surrounding walls whilst offering exceptional durability with lifespans exceeding 50 years.

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Brad Jacobs Entering Building Products Distribution Industry

CCR Magazine

After a comprehensive year-long search, Brad Jacobs has announced his intention to create a market leader in building products distribution — an industry with approximately $800 billion in annual revenue between North America and Europe, according to industry estimates. The company will be called QXO, Inc.

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Toll Brothers City Living® and Daiwa House Announce Joint Venture to Develop Waterfront High-Rise Condominium Community on New Jersey’s Gold Coast

Civil + Structural Engineer

Vista Pointe represents a rare opportunity to build a luxury waterfront community with outstanding amenities and unparalleled views of Manhattan. The Company also develops master-planned and golf course communities as well as operates its own lumber distribution, house component assembly, and manufacturing operations.

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SAMI: Fit for purpose carbon reduction

Roads Online

Ever since its release of the SAMIGreen range, the product and SAMI Bitumen Technologies as a company, has been welcomed by the road industry as a positive force focused on sustainability. The availability of these products now allows all projects, regardless of budget constraints, to incorporate carbon reduction measures.

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Data Visualization Tools for Better Insights in Construction

Building Radar

These tools help identify trends, forecast potential challenges, and evaluate the impact of different scenarios, enabling more informed and strategic decisions that enhance project outcomes and overall business performance. GIS tools enable the mapping of site locations , resource distribution , and logistical routes.

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Integrating Sales Insights into Your Project Planning Process

Building Radar

Utilizing platforms like Building Radar’s AI-driven project insights can significantly enhance your ability to synchronize sales activities with project demands, leading to improved project outcomes and increased revenue.

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Construction Networking: Building Relationships That Make Projects Easier

Buildern

Here’s what effective construction networking looks like, and how to manage construction collaboration , build relationships that make the job easier and more profitable. This isn’t theory; it is the reality on project sites of every size, from custom home builds to complex commercial developments.