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Double Tracking of South Shore Line Celebrates Completion

Civil + Structural Engineer

In addition to expanding from single track to double track, the $650 million project included signal, power, communications, bridge and track infrastructure, and improvements at five stations. HDR’s environmental, engineering and program management staff have supported the project from its early stages.

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How to Choose the Right Equipment Rental Provider

CCR Magazine

How can you ensure that your equipment rentals deliver optimal value? Your project’s success depends on selecting the appropriate equipment rental provider. equipment rental industry grows to $78.2 The equipment rental industry will reach $78.2 As the U.S. The good news?

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Improving Sustainability in the Construction Industry: A Complete Guide for 2025

UK Construction Blog

The post Improving Sustainability in the Construction Industry: A Complete Guide for 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Did you know that the construction industry single-handedly accounts for 39% of global carbon emissions? Yet within this challenge lies unprecedented opportunity for transformation.

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Construction Site Hearing Issues: How Noise Damages Workers’ Health & Prevention Tips

UK Construction Blog

The post Construction Site Hearing Issues: How Noise Damages Workers’ Health & Prevention Tips appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction workers experience significantly higher rates of hearing damage than most other industries, with demolition workers bearing the heaviest burden.

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

Construction Specifier

Refining includes wet mechanical refinement with power trowels or grinding equipment and chemical components that react with cement particles and free lime to stabilize and reshape the surface. Decreased moisture content (MC) and lowered relative humidity (RH) from poor external curing practices also impact the durability of the top layer.

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Addressing Low Productivity in the Construction Industry

CCR Magazine

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.

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Planning a House Extension? Here’s What to Expect From Start to Finish

UK Construction Blog

Here’s What to Expect From Start to Finish appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Phase 1: Initial Planning and Feasibility (2-3 Months) Defining Your Vision and Requirements The extension process begins long before any construction takes place. The post Planning a House Extension? Are you adding bedrooms for a growing family?