Roads Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Low noise levels and urban-friendly performance are just some of the benefits of the SANY eMixer. Images: SANY/Putzmeister. Putzmeister Oceania is helping to turn the tide when it comes to the electrification of the construction sector, showing how effective, and simple, the transition to more sustainable equipment can be. Their latest trial of the first Australian Design Rules (ADRs) approved and road registered 100 per cent electric truck mixer is reflecting this push.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 11, 2024

A robust Facilities asset lifecycle management process is required to sustainably manage any building portfolio. The good news is that adapting to and implementing a facilities lifecycle management process is not difficult and frameworks are readily avaialable that can measurably reduce financial and environmental waste. Reach out learn… How to accelerate your facilities lifecycle management journey and move to data-driven decisionmaking.

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Roads Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government. Improvement works have begun on a nine-kilometre section of the New England Highway in New South Wales, which are set to deliver smoother and safer journeys for motorists. The New England Highway connects the Hunter region at its southern end to the Queensland border at its Northern end. Improvements are required to support the long-term viability of the connection as a key freight and interstate link.

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Civil Engineer Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Running a construction or building site takes a lot of work, but its something many people love to do. If youre running a construction site, you need to think about ways to make the day to day running of the site smoother. A lot of the time, this might involve hiring more workers, or dealing […] The post Crazy Reasons You Might Need On-site Storage Units first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Roads Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The brand-new RP-175 and RP-195 F-model pavers will provide efficiency and accuracy gains never before seen in the Astec paver range. Images: Astec. Astec Industries new RP-175 and RP-195 F-model pavers are set to hit Australian shores shortly, following a highly successful introduction overseas. But what makes these models different from any other Astec Roadtec pavers?

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Commercial construction projects present unique challenges when it comes to air quality. The presence of dust, debris, and chemical pollutants can negatively impact the health of workers and the overall environment. To address these issues, air purifiers designed specifically for construction sites are undergoing continuous innovation. These advancements aim to improve the efficiency, safety, and the long-term sustainability of commercial projects.

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New Civil Engineer

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Construction of Phase 1 of High Speed 2 (HS2) spiralled out of control due to a lack of ministerial attention, according to new rail minister Lord Hendy. The post Control lost over HS2 Phase 1 due to lack of ministerial attention says Hendy appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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In Eight

DECEMBER 11, 2024

THE CHALLENGE With marine and concrete projects ranging from Aruba to Alaska, Orion Group Holdings specializes in navigating complex construction logistics in challenging environments. Inefficient and unstandardized legacy processes meant key project documents were manually scanned and distributed, data managed on spreadsheets, and assets delivered as email attachments.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Providing hands-on learning opportunities and making good use of university resources for the advancement of student success are two things that the Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering (FABE) at The Ohio State University does exceptionally well. The department recently introduced the Digital Earthworks Sandbox. The nine acre plot of land, located at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center, gives students across all three majors adequate laboratory space outside of the classro

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Procore

DECEMBER 11, 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on another remarkable year spent working alongside our customers, partners and the global construction community. Together, we’ve continued to build a connected construction industry–one that enables productivity, efficiency and safety. You’ve continued to push the boundaries of what’s possible, as you built the world around us.

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In Eight

DECEMBER 11, 2024

THE CHALLENGE Since its founding in 1890, Sundt Construction has tackled North America’s most challenging projects. With those 130+ years comes an ongoing need for adaptation and reinvention. At Sundt, the growing complexity and diversity of its capital construction efforts and a greater need for incoming craft talent sparked project delays and added costs.

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New Civil Engineer

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The UK boss of advanced modular reactor (AMR) developer Newcleo has told NCE the government should pursue an enabling, rather than a permissive approach to AMRs. The post AMR developer Newcleo wants enabling, not permissive attitude from government appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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In Eight

DECEMBER 11, 2024

THE CHALLENGE With nearly a century of experience, Graham Construction continues to grow across North America and embrace more challenging and complex projects. With operations spanning buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water, and development projects, Graham recognized an opportunity to standardize its document control processes across multiple systems, streamline operations, and decrease the risk of mismanaged data.

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The Construction Index

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The world’s first gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage is now ready to move from drawing board to construction.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Kitchens are among the most important rooms of any house, where meals are prepared, family dinners are hosted, and guests are welcomed. Their functionality and comfort depend on working plumbing fixtures, electrical appliances, and the sewage system. However, intensive use can result in various breakdowns and emergencies; in such situations, swift response and correct actions can significantly limit damage while alleviating discomfort.

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The Construction Index

DECEMBER 11, 2024

McLaren Construction has set up a new Yorkshire & North East division, based out of Leeds.

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Equipment World

DECEMBER 11, 2024

A look at what's new in compact wheel loaders from Case, Cat, Deere, Kubota, Manitou, Mecalac, New Holland, Takeuchi, Volvo, Yanmar at Equipment World

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The Construction Index

DECEMBER 11, 2024

MPs have slated the Defence Infrastructure Organisation and its housing maintenance contractors for the state of accommodation available to service families.

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New Civil Engineer

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Electricity generated by renewable means has outperformed that produced by fossil fuels for the first time ever in the UK this calendar year. The post Low carbon renewable electricity generation outperforms fossil fuel in UK for first time ever this calendar year appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The government is considering removing planning permission powers from local councillors in a bid to accelerate house-building.

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New Civil Engineer

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The Department for Transport (DfT) has been unable to confirm the end date for the 100-day plan for Euston which was announced by the rail minister during a debate in the House of Lords. The post Government unable to confirm end date of 100-day plan for Euston safety improvements appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

DECEMBER 11, 2024

United Living Infrastructure Services has won a multi-million-pound million contract to divert a gas pipeline for Cadent.

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Construction News

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Bam and Ferrovial have scooped the contract to design and build track infrastructure for the entire 140-mile route of HS2. The joint venture (JV) was chosen to deliver the three sections of high-speed route between Old Oak Common and Birmingham Curzon Street station, part of… The post Bam Ferrovial JV picked to deliver HS2 track appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The scheme to improve a junction on the A46 is facing hurdles as a new design is needed to compete the project that is currently under construction. The post Redesign needed for under-construction A46 junction improvement scheme following unforeseen technical difficulties appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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CCE Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The UK construction industry is facing a significant skills gap, which threatens to undermine the government’s ambitious target of building 1.5 million homes during the current parliamentary term. To address this, the government has introduced a landmark initiative: 32 Homebuilding Skills Hubs designed to offer fast-track apprenticeships across critical trades.

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New Civil Engineer

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Two of the UKs first carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects in Teesside are poised to commence construction within months under a raft of contracts valued at 4bn. The post Duo of Teesside CCS projects greenlit with 4bn construction to start mid-2025 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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For Construction Pros

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The first PAVE/X was a smash success and everything in 2025 is going to be bigger and better.

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New Civil Engineer

DECEMBER 11, 2024

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between National Highways and public body Natural England to ensuring better environmental outcomes alongside infrastructure delivery. The post MoU between National Highways and Natural England to support better environmental outcomes appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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