Baltimore bridge rebuild expected to cost up to $1.9B
Construction Dive
MAY 6, 2024
The state of Maryland, which will soon receive a $350 million insurance payment, anticipates the new span’s completion in fall 2028.
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Construction Safety Week 2024 focuses on fall prevention
Construction Dive
MAY 6, 2024
In the 10th year of the annual event, contractors will stand down with OSHA to highlight hazards associated with working at heights.
El Dorado Debuts Innovative New San Francisco R&D Building by Developer Spear St., “Purpose-Built for Next-Gen Creators”
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 6, 2024
Design architect El Dorado, with Josh Shelton and San Francisco firm Form4, unveil a sophisticated, zero-carbon R&D and light manufacturing hub in city’s Design District SAN FRANCISCO — Debuting one of the first all-electric, zero-carbon new buildings in the region, El Dorado has announced their completion of 300 Kansas, a future- looking laboratory, R&D and light industrial complex in Potrero Hill’s Design District, remarkable for its jewel-box glass facades and metal scrim.
The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs
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Contingency planning is a strategic plan to allocate resources, time, and money if “all hell breaks loose” on a project. It considers risk mitigation and planning for a worst-case scenario. Contingency planning in construction is necessary. You're expected to throw in a percentage to cover a contingency plan in your estimates but is it enough? There is an art to this type of planning and, if project leaders aren’t careful, a contingency plan could cost the company a lot more than lapsed deadlin
Compliance is key for successful manufacturing builds
Construction Dive
MAY 6, 2024
Federal funds are fueling growth in U.S. factory construction, but builders must navigate complex regulations, experts said during last week’s Construction Dive webinar.
WARE MALCOMB ANNOUNCES SAN DIEGO LEADERSHIP NEWS
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 6, 2024
Firm Names Angela Ryan Principal; Welcomes Back Robert Park as Director, Architecture; Promotes Karla Middleton to Studio Manager, Architecture in San Diego Office SAN DIEGO – Ware Malcomb , an award-winning international design firm, today announced that Angela Ryan has been promoted to Principal, Robert Park has rejoined the firm as Director, Architecture and Karla Middleton has been promoted to Studio Manager, Architecture in the firm’s San Diego office.
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Stantec designed the new Napa Valley Transportation Authority bus operations and maintenance facility
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 6, 2024
New transit facility in California supports electric vehicle charging and fleet expansion Napa Valley Transportation Authority (NVTA) recently opened a new bus operations and maintenance facility for their expanding transit fleet to meet the community’s transportations needs and achieve 100% zero emission bus service by 2040. Global leader in sustainable design and engineering Stantec provided programming, master planning, architecture, and interior design for the 31,500-square-foot, three-st
Each manufacturing project has its own personality, experts say
Construction Dive
MAY 6, 2024
A panel of builders during last week’s Construction Dive webinar said that the future looks bright, but labor problems will continue to plague the industry.
5 Steps to Restore Customer Confidence
The Pro Builder
MAY 6, 2024
5 Steps to Restore Customer Confidence ibush Mon, 05/06/2024 - 14:54 When things go wrong on a project, your ultimate objective should be to not only resolve the issue but to restore customer trust and confidence. Here's how Despite best efforts, mistakes are inevitable. What sets successful businesses apart is the way in which they handle mistakes when they do occur.
The Malta Dynamics guide to self-retracting lifelines
Construction Dive
MAY 6, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of fall protection and safety, it is essential for manufacturers and users alike to adhere to the latest standards to ensure optimal worker protection.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.
Snowy Hydro 2.0 | Excavation of 28m diameter surge shaft passes 85m deep
New Civil Engineer
MAY 6, 2024
Engineers working on Australia’s Snowy 2.0 pumped hydroelectricity project have excavated about a third of the surge shaft, which will be 250m when complete. The post Snowy Hydro 2.0 | Excavation of 28m diameter surge shaft passes 85m deep appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Workers exposed to asbestos during hotel demolition job
Construction News
MAY 6, 2024
The director of a Cornish housebuilder has been fined more than £60,000 after workers were exposed to asbestos during a hotel demolition job. Paul Stephens, director of Stephens Developers Ltd, pleaded guilty at Truro Crown Court to breaching asbestos regulations, according the Health and Safety… The post Workers exposed to asbestos during hotel demolition job appeared first on Construction News.
Video: Largest claw in U.S. grabs Baltimore bridge debris
Equipment World
MAY 6, 2024
A 1,000-ton-capacity floating crane uses a hydraulic claw of equal capacity to clear debris from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore.
$1.9B transport boost announced for NSW
Roads Online
MAY 6, 2024
Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government. The Federal Government has announced a $1.9 billion investment to support the delivery of future and on-going transport projects across Sydney’s west. The new funding will provide a boost for one of the nation’s fastest growing regions. This will include $500 million for Mamre Road Stage Two. This is on top of the $253.6 million already allocated by the State Government for the first stage of the project. $500 million has also been committe
From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC
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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
Net Zero: Is ego blocking our path? The high cost of non-collaboration
New Civil Engineer
MAY 6, 2024
The urgency to reduce global CO2 emissions, as underscored by the Paris Agreement, has prompted nations, states, cities and companies to commit to net zero emission targets by mid-century. This signals a significant acceleration in decarbonisation efforts, but very little is happening. Rather than picking… The post Net Zero: Is ego blocking our path?
Remedial costs mount Rydon
The Construction Index
MAY 6, 2024
Grenfell tower refurbishment contractor Rydon has spent more than £19m to date replacing flammable cladding that it has put up on high-rise buildings.
How digital tools can help reduce infrastructure projects’ carbon footprint
New Civil Engineer
MAY 6, 2024
A digital first approach to data is critical to advancing zero carbon across infrastructure’s construction and lifecycle, says Turner & Townsend's Guy Beaumont. The post How digital tools can help reduce infrastructure projects’ carbon footprint appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Heidelberg completes Mick George acquisition
The Construction Index
MAY 6, 2024
Heidelberg Materials UK has completed its acquisition of Mick George Limited after agreeing terms with the competition regulator.
Asphalt Contractor's Top 30 Products 2024
For Construction Pros
MAY 6, 2024
The best list of new, innovative, and industry shaping products for the road building industry.
Workers exposed to asbestos during hotel demolition
The Construction Index
MAY 6, 2024
A company director has to pay more than £90,000 after workers were exposed to asbestos during the demolition of a hotel in Cornwall.
Bridge Wreckage To Be Removed From Container Ship at Baltimore Collapse Site
ENR Construction
MAY 6, 2024
Crews are preparing to remove a 5,000-ton section of bridge steel from the deck of the cargo vessel M/V Dali, in hopes of refloating the vessel and further clearing the channel blocked by the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Contractor fined after young carpenter dies
The Construction Index
MAY 6, 2024
A carpentry contractor has been fined after a 22-year-old man died after being struck by building material on site.
Celebrating Construction Safety Week 2024
PC Construction
MAY 6, 2024
Today we kick off Construction Safety Week. This week, construction firms across the U.S. and Canada will work together to educate our industry and build awareness about construction safety. Safety is the foundation of everything we do at PC and the most important part of our PEOPLE FIRST core value. We are also an employee-owned company, which further empowers every member of our team to be safety ambassadors on our jobsites.
Bridge Builders Race Ahead of NASA's Ramped-Up Launch Pace
ENR Construction
MAY 6, 2024
Project team hustling to deliver new bridge spans to better facilitate heightened pace of heavy load deliveries for Kennedy Space Center launches.
The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment
BDC Network
MAY 6, 2024
The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment 0 qpurcell Mon, 05/06/2024 - 10:30 Biophilic Design Biophilic design in the built environment supports the health and wellbeing of individuals, as they spend most of their time indoors. Airports K-12 Schools Hospital Design Trends Office Buildings Designers Architects Biophilic Design Biophilic design supports the health and wellbeing of individuals by connecting people to nature.
Some Frequently Asked Questions on Construction Site Accidents
UK Construction Blog
MAY 6, 2024
The post Some Frequently Asked Questions on Construction Site Accidents appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction site accidents can be devastating, leading to severe injuries, financial hardships, and legal complexities for those involved. Understanding the intricacies of construction accident cases is beneficial and crucial for workers and employers alike.
Hilton with rooftop lounge opens at Nashville airport
CCR Magazine
MAY 6, 2024
A 305-room hotel has made its debut at the Nashville International Airport , and guests can use the fifth-floor bridge to directly access the terminal. The pet-friendly Hilton BNA Nashville Airport Terminal Hotel also offers a rooftop pool and lounge, EV charging stations, a restaurant, a coffee shop and meeting and event space. Simple Flying <p>The post Hilton with rooftop lounge opens at Nashville airport first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.
Understanding the best measure of thermal performance for rolling doors
Construction Specifier
MAY 6, 2024
R-value is a familiar term to any specifier. In construction, R-value is a measure of an insulated material’s ability to resist heat flow from one side or the other. Since it measures thermal resistance, the higher the R-Value, the better the insulation performs. R-value is useful for static elements like walls and roofing. It is much less useful for complex or dynamic elements—like rolling doors.
Contractors Work to Meet Infrastructure Demands in Tampa
ENR Construction
MAY 6, 2024
With 50,000 new residents every year, the Tampa Bay area is developing the infrastructure necessary to accommodate them.
2024 King's Awards for Enterprise: construction's winners
The Construction Index
MAY 6, 2024
Construction companies and their suppliers feature prominently among the winners of the 2024 King's Awards for Enterprise.
Floating Caissons
The Constructor
MAY 6, 2024
In many urban centers worldwide, the demand for land and space is rapidly outpacing supply, a trend not exempting maritime hubs. The relentless expansion of commercial maritime traffic and activities in seaports, driven by the surge in international trading, has precipitated a heightened need for efficient port and harbor utilization. Consequently, construction endeavors have been […] The post Floating Caissons appeared first on The Constructor.
I-95 Reopens in Connecticut After Fiery Crash; DOT Planning to Rebuild Overpass
ENR Construction
MAY 6, 2024
Crews demolished a fire-damaged bridge and cleared the highway in less than 80 hours, ahead of the Monday morning commute.
Mineral wool-what you don’t know can hurt you
Halpert Life Safety
MAY 6, 2024
Have you ever looked closely at firestop details for rated joints? Most of them will have a compression requirement and this is something that is often not well understood and I want to help with that. First, I want you to understand why the compression requirements are so important. When it comes to fire stop in rated joints, when mineral wool is NOT required, you can bet it’s going to be a small gap, so the risk of fire coming from one side of the rated assembly to the other is rather limited
IHG, EnviroSpark partner on EV charging
CCR Magazine
MAY 6, 2024
IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with EnviroSpark , an electric vehicle charging company that will assist in the installation of EV chargers at IHG-branded properties throughout the US and Canada. The hotel company has updated its IHG One Rewards mobile app with an EV-charger search filter and mapping features. TravelPulse <p>The post IHG, EnviroSpark partner on EV charging first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.
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