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Developer fined £165,000 for fire safety failings

Construction Enquirer

Glovers Court Ltd was found guilty of four offences in relation to the redevelopment of a former city centre warehouse into 35 apartments spread across six floors. Many can be avoided by careful planning and control of work activities.”

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Light at the End of the Tunnel

Civil + Structural Engineer

In fact, the storm drain system is about 100 years old. Minneapolis development combined with increased rainfall brings more water into the system, which heightens the pressure on the tunnel. Despite the recent growth, some of the citys underground infrastructure is not so new. Michael, Minnesota, won the bid for the job.

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

Construction Specifier

From floors failing before substantial completion to skyrocketing change orders for never-ending densifier applications to the billions lost through delayed schedules, legal disputes, and contingency hemorrhaging, enough is enough. There are countless floor finishes ( e.g. grind and seals, burnished polish concrete, etc.)

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The Hidden Costs of Poor Building Regulation Compliance: Why Professional Drawings Matter More Than Ever

UK Construction Blog

The post The Hidden Costs of Poor Building Regulation Compliance: Why Professional Drawings Matter More Than Ever appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Material costs are soaring, skilled labor is scarce, and regulatory scrutiny has intensified following high-profile building safety failures.

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

UK Construction Blog

With minimal maintenance requirements and exceptional longevity, precast concrete lintels provide cost-effective structural solutions for both residential and commercial construction projects. You’ll find these prestressed lintels particularly valuable for their cost-effectiveness and high performance under load conditions.

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Intelligent Compaction Paves the Way to the High-Tech Roadbuilding of Tomorrow

For Construction Pros

Several states have required compaction data for a few years now, so its not just HMA pavers relying on advanced sensors to record real-time data for quality control officials and contractors’ review. Its high-powered processor, the RD-M2, captures more data points including any micro slopes that can automatically be fed into a CAD system.”

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How Construction Companies Turn Ideas into Reality: A Guide

CCR Magazine

This stage is critical to avoid cost overruns and delays later in the project. A construction company provides: Detailed Cost Estimates : Breaking down expenses for labor, materials, permits, and equipment. Structural Work : Framing, roofing, and installing essential systems like plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.