Construction News
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Stalling developers, building safety regulator issues and squeezed social landlord finances mean the government is on track to miss its 2035 target for remediating dangerous cladding, according to a spending watchdog. A report by the National Audit Office (NAO) said work to remove the most… The post Watchdog: Government falling behind on cladding removal appeared first on Construction News.
Vin Civilworld
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Gypsum plastering provides a modern finishing solution with a smooth, durable surface, requiring less curing time than traditional methods. It is environmentally friendly, economical, and offers excellent thermal and acoustic properties. Although unsuitable for external applications, gypsum plaster is ideal for interior projects, enhancing aesthetics and efficiency in construction.
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The Construction Index
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Scottish house-builder Mactaggart & Mickel has been fined £4,500 for wildlife offences.
Vin Civilworld
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Cofferdams are enclosures built inside bodies of water such as lakes and rivers to provide a dry working environment throughout the construction period. Cofferdams are temporary dykes that are built across a body of water. They allow the water to be pumped outside, ensuring a clean and dry construction site.
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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 This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight.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.
The Construction Index
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Seven years after the Grenfell Tower fire exposed the scandal of unsafe cladding systems on buildings across the UK, the country has still not got a grip on the problem.
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New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Scottish Water is seeking to appoint strategic partners to deliver ceramic membrane plants in a framework worth £500M to £800M. The post Scottish Water seeks suppliers on £800M ceramic membrane framework appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Balfour Beatty has invested more than £5m in equipment for its Power Transmission & Distribution business.
For Construction Pros
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
The problem is that for many businesses, the prices we see in plain sight are rarely the prices we end up paying – whether that’s at a restaurant, or for a truck lease.
AEC Business
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
I examined six promising construction use cases for the new Insta360 X4. The camera offers an excellent balance of quality and price. The post How to Use the Insta360 X4 Camera in Construction appeared first on AEC Business.
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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.
Construction News
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Robbie Blackhurst launched Black Capital Group in 2017 after spending a decade at main contractor Kier. “It was interesting when I was on the other side of the fence seeing how different clients managed social value,” he says. “There were so many different approaches, it… The post Win work with social value tool appeared first on Construction News.
The Construction Index
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
United Living Group has appointed a chief operating officer.
Construction News
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
A steel fabricator in Kent has become the latest construction firm to make the transition to an employee ownership trust (EOT). The move took place last Tuesday (29 October), Hythe-based Nusteel Structures Ltd announced in a LinkedIn post three days later. The firm said that… The post Steel specialist shifts to employee ownership appeared first on Construction News.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
US auction of first Atlantic Ocean floating wind project sites gains buyers, but market players show caution in facing impact of changed political support
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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.
Civil Engineer Blog
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Although the global economy is showing signs of a turnaround, companies still need to find ways of cutting costs. In recent years, largely thanks to the internet, the business world has evolved rapidly to create innovative products and services that allow firms to downsize and help improve profits. Technology has taken on a major role […] The post Biometric-Clocking-in Machines Cut Costs of Running Business first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
The Business Development and Marketing Manager on her typical workday, binge crush and the advice she would give her younger self. What’s the most cherished item in your office? Honestly, my Keurig. Aside from that, I have a motivational calendar that has great quotes and affirmations for each day. What’s your favorite time to get things done?
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