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Refine versus shine: Defining and defending design intent with refined concrete

Construction Specifier

Despite calls for clarity in specification language with accurate descriptions of work results, the definition of polished concrete has broadened to accommodate any floor finish that produces a shine. The industry urgently needs a specification framework that is measurable, verifiable, and defensible.

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Where there’s a will, there’s a way

Civil + Structural Engineer

By doing so, your firm can inspire and lead teams to build a future filled with possibility, progress, and success. It also has a clear finish line, so your firm can know when it has finished climbing the “mountain” and is ready to move on to other ones. The will: Vision as the starting point.

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

UK Construction Blog

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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Construction Project Forecasting for Better Budgeting and Scheduling

Buildern

Cost Forecasting Cash Flow Forecasting Schedule Forecasting Resource Allocation Forecasting Risk Forecasting Common Challenges and How to Overcome Them Metrics to Track and Evaluate Construction Project Forecasting Performance What is Construction Project Forecasting? Each type targets a specific area of project performance.

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The three Ps of prefabricated EIFS: Preparation, production, placement

Construction Specifier

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat.

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Construction Continues to Enjoy a Season in the Sun

Plant & Civil Engineer

It’s a report which provides a detailed and comprehensive analysis of year-on-year construction data, giving built environment professionals a unique insight into sector performance over the last 12 months. The decline in civils, which has been so severe over the past few Indexes, softened.

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How to Calculate Labor Cost in Construction the Right Way [Key Formulas and Factors]

Buildern

While managing a small residential remodel or a large-scale commercial build, knowing how to calculate labor cost in construction the right way can mean the difference between hitting your margins and losing money. The full picture of labor costs is the first step toward building realistic and profit-conscious construction estimates.