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Standardization, AI, and BIM with Jugal Makwana

AEC Business

I did an interview with Autodesk's Jugal Makwana at InfraBIM Open 2025. We discussed standardization, AI, and BIM. The post Standardization, AI, and BIM with Jugal Makwana appeared first on AEC Business.

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Prioritizing Mental Health in Construction

For Construction Pros

Deanna "D" Murchison ensured that mental health was no longer a silent struggle and has become a recognized and supported priority.

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Opening day seminar session line up announced for UKCS 2025

The Construction Index

Taking place from 26-27 February at Birmingham’s NEC, The UK Concrete Show brings together industry experts and thought-leaders to provide a seminar experience focused on the latest trends, best practices, and regulatory updates in the concrete and construction sector.

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FGIA Offers Technical Speaker Content at Annual Conference

CCR Magazine

Speakers during the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2025 Annual Conference will share technical expertise on a range of topics, including high-performance fenestration adoption, stretch energy codes in Massachusetts, impacts of Canadian code changes and the safe handling of hurricane resistant products. Join FGIA February 17-20 in Orlando, Florida, by registering now.

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How Top Firms Protect Margins in Costly Construction Markets

Construction companies face shifting labor markets, volatile material pricing, and global supply chain disruptions that threaten profitability. This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight. Learn how to deploy workforce agility, connected jobsite monitoring, automated procurement, and cost simulation models to preserve margin stability.

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Contractors named on £800M East England multi-council highways framework

New Civil Engineer

Nine different contractors have been named across three lots on the 800M Eastern Highways Alliance 4 (EHA4) framework. The post Contractors named on 800M East England multi-council highways framework appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Immingham Green Energy Terminal granted DCO

New Civil Engineer

The secretary of state for transport has granted development consent for the Immingham Green Energy Terminal, a significant project aimed at enhancing the UKs green energy sector. The post Immingham Green Energy Terminal granted DCO appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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CRT Flooring Rebrands to Advanced Builder Solutions

CCR Magazine

After nearly four decades of exceptional service and unmatched quality to builders and homeowners across Texas, CRT Flooring is proud to announce the next chapter in its success story as ADVANCED BUILDER SOLUTIONS. This transformation reflects the company’s expanded product offerings, commitment to excellence, and a renewed focus on delivering the very best for builders in the residential construction industry.

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Trends for Construction Design in 2025

For Construction Pros

As time goes on, construction design changes. The wants and likes of consumers shift and there are new features that get their chance in the limelight. These are some of the trends coming up in 2025.

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Peel's £250m data centre approved

The Construction Index

Salford City Council has approved plans for a £250m data centre at Peel Waters’ Halo West site in Salford.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Planning progress for John Renshaw Drive in NSW

Roads Online

Image: www.transport.nsw.gov.au/ The Australian and New South Wales governments are investing $15 million to progress planning work that will help cut congestion, reduce travel times and improve road safety along John Renshaw Drive in New South Wales. Currently, motorists face major travel time delays when navigating the junction of the M1 Pacific Motorway, John Renshaw Drive, Weakleys Drive and New England Highway at Beresfield.

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NHBC seeks new chief executive

The Construction Index

National House Building Council chief executive Steve Wood is stepping down.

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Latest Kitchen Cabinet Designs

Civil Engineer Blog

Updating your kitchen with the latest kitchen cabinet designs in many ways. You can go for Modular cabinets, glass doors, open shelving, wood, and more fromCabinet Manufacturer Denver, CO. There are also many types of hardware available. If you are not a fan of hardware, you can buy cabinet doors that open with a magnetic […] The post Latest Kitchen Cabinet Designs first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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M&J Evans loads up with Kobelco

The Construction Index

Groundworks and civil engineering contractors M&J Evans has completed a deal for 56 Kobelco excavators.

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

Risk management in construction faces pressure from tighter margins, compressed timelines, and increasing complexity. This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. AI algorithms analyze procurement data, subcontractor bids, equipment performance, and site conditions to identify potential disruptions.

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Milwaukee® Boosts Power, Reduces Fatigue for Landscapers

CCR Magazine

Milwaukee Tool continues to push the boundaries of outdoor cordless innovation with the new M18 FUEL Edger. Designed for landscape maintenance professionals, this solution overcomes the limitations of gas-powered solutions by delivering unmatched performance and durability. Engineered to outperform 31cc gas engines, the M18 FUEL Edger provides exceptional power and faster edging in a lightweight design that reduces fatigue, setting a new standard for productivity.

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New managing director for Northants house-builder

The Construction Index

Cora Homes has promoted Matthew Westwood to managing director as the company implements a strategy shift.

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Milwaukee® Unveils Smallest, Lightest Drilling Solutions

CCR Magazine

Milwaukee Tool continues to deliver innovation in the subcompact drilling and driving class with the introduction of their new M12 Subcompact Brushless Drill and M12 Subcompact Brushless Hex Impact Driver. With a focus on disruptive size reduction, the new Subcompact Drill and Impact are the most compact and lightest tools in the industry, while delivering on performance for Service and Maintenance Professionals.

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Welsh crane firm adds 150-tonne Liebherr

The Construction Index

Wrexham-based rental company RRC Crane Hire has invested in a new Liebherr LTM 1150-5.3 all-terrain crane.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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FGIA Conference Sessions Cover Innovation, Installation, Aluminum

CCR Magazine

Several sessions at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2025 Annual Conference will provide interactive conversations and demonstrations in the form of a hands-on workshop demonstrating the start-to-finish process of producing an aluminum profile, a panel focused on product innovation and a roundtable discussion focused on fenestration installation.

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Saint-Gobain completes £800m Fosroc acquisition

The Construction Index

Saint-Gobain has completed the acquisition of construction chemicals supplier Fosroc.

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Sherwin-Williams Launches Enhanced Metal Roofing Estimator

CCR Magazine

Sherwin-Williams Coil Coatings today announced significant enhancements to its Roofing Passport program. Since it launched in 2020, the Roofing Passport Program has revolutionized the metal roofing industry with its fully automated estimation and ordering system. The latest updates further improve the programs workflow and collaboration between contractors, partners and manufacturers.

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Aarsleff Ground Engineering UK: A One-Company Solution

The Construction Index

Aarsleff Ground Engineering UK is a leading specialist in ground engineering, offering a comprehensive range of services that cover every aspect of foundation and geotechnical construction.

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How CMiC Helps Construction Teams Stay Ahead of Project Risk

CONSTRUCT™ by CMiC delivers structured project management built for the realities of construction. It brings together RFIs, submittals, drawings, and punch lists in a connected environment that prevents gaps in communication and documentation. Risk is managed in real-time with issue tracking, automated compliance checks, and daily journals that surface hidden patterns.

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Engineered for Power & Versatility in Reach Trimming

CCR Magazine

Milwaukee Tool continues their dedication to the landscape maintenance professional with the launch of the M18 FUEL Pole Articulating Hedge Trimmer and the M18 FUEL Extended Pole Articulating Hedge Trimmer. These new solutions deliver more power, faster cutting, and offer greater versatility for clean, precise cutsaddressing the unique challenges of landscape maintenance professionals.

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EagleView & Verisk Unveil New Roof Inspection Integration

CCR Magazine

EagleView , a leading provider of aerial imagery and insights, and Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK), a leading global data analytics and technology provider, today announced the formal integration of EagleView Assess into Verisks industry-leading Xactimate and XactAnalysis platforms for property claims management. EagleView Assess uses simple-to-fly, fully autonomous drones to deliver clear and consistent property imagery, precise measurements, AI-powered damage detection, and automated workflows to stream

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TYPAR® Unveils New Weather Protection at 2025 IBS

CCR Magazine

TYPAR , a leading provider of high-performance building wrap, construction tape, flashing and accessories, will debut several new building envelope product innovations at the 2025 International Builders Show (booth C4915) February 25-27 in Las Vegas. Organized by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the International Builders Show (IBS) is the largest annual light construction show in the world, with last years event drawing more than 76,000 builders, contractors and other building

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PermitFlow Launches ReconstructLA to Aid LA Rebuilding

CCR Magazine

Today, construction permit platform PermitFlow has launched ReconstructLA , a program aimed at easing the permitting and rebuilding process for Los Angeles residents impacted by the recent wildfires. Additionally, several other construction tech companies have agreed to participate in ReconstructLA, including AIA Contract Documents, BigRentz, BlueBeam, Buildxact, The Contractor Consultants, and Miter. “We have team members, clients, and partners living and working in California, and we und

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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FiberTite® Roof Membranes Earn 40-Year Service Life Rating

CCR Magazine

Seaman Corporations FiberTite single-ply roof membranes have received an industry-leading 40-year reference service life (RSL) through a cradle-to-grave environmental product declaration (EPD), offering commercial property owners and operators further proof of the roof systems ability to deliver long-lasting performance. An EPD is an independently verified document that provides transparent, quantifiable data about the environmental impact of a product throughout its life cycle, enabling informe

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BubblyNet Secures Smart Buildings with Edge Computing

CCR Magazine

Cyberattacks are on the rise, with three out of four companies in the United States at risk of a material breach. (1) In 2024, the global average cost of a data breach reached $4.88 million, while breaches in the U.S. were even more costly, averaging $9.36 million per incident. (2) The smart building marketvalued at $117.42 billion last yearis not immune to these challenges. (3) “As connected systems become more complex, they face significant cybersecurity risks, especially since these sys

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ARMA Reveals 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Winners

CCR Magazine

The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards. From restoring a historic Queen Anne Victorian home to revitalizing a community amphitheater, this years projects showcase the versatility, performance, and beauty of asphalt roofing systems. We received 92 exceptional submissions this year, with two projects earning bronze medalsa testament to the innovation and dedication within our industry, said Reed Hitchco