Prodyogi
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Compression failure of R.C.C. concrete occurs when the axial load acting on the column exceeds the load-carrying (compression load) capacity of the given column. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
A shift in how tech companies like Google and Amazon meet their energy needs is creating opportunities for construction firms equipped to handle atomic power work.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Exclusive community offers luxurious single-family homes with access to award-winning amenities in the Texas Hill Country LEANDER, Texas — Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE: TOL), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, announced the grand opening of its newest collection of homes, Travisso – Verona Collection , in the master-planned community of Travisso in Leander, Texas.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
The Nuclear Industry Association (NIA) is exploring ways to aid firms involved in civil nuclear projects to attain opportunities in nuclear weaponry, at the request of its members. The post Nuclear Industry Association members seek to expand into weapons sector appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Silos of data and outdated systems can hold your business back. It is time to switch to a modern construction software solution designed for specialty contractors. CMiC provides a platform that simplifies operations, improves visibility, and boosts efficiency. It integrates workflows like job costing, resource planning, forecasting, and compliance control into one system.
Construction News
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The number of deaths of construction industry workers has reached a four-year high, new figures reveal. Data from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) shows 51 construction workers died of injuries on site in 2023/24, more than any year since 2020/21. The total was more… The post Construction worker deaths reach four-year high, HSE reveals appeared first on Construction News.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
After Hurricane Milton caused a delay in funding approval, the MLB team’s leaders said the new ballpark’s 2028 schedule is not viable.
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New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Firms involved in Neom should consider the “political and reputational risks” of association with the giga-project in Saudi Arabia, according to a new report from human rights group ALQST. The post Companies involved in Saudi’s Neom warned about ‘political and reputational risks’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Contruct Connect
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
The U.S. is spending more on commercial construction this year, but economists view the outlook for 2025 with cautious optimism. That was the consensus during ConstructConnect®'s fall 2024 webinar, "The Construction Economy Outlook: 2025 Starts Now.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The $740 million riverside development and $64 million concert venue will bring new leisure, retail and housing options to the Steel City.
Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Bristol – COWI in the UK, along with other industry leaders and research institutions, joins the Wood Thilsted Joint Industry Project (JIP) to reimagine a truly nature inclusive approach to wind farms. This collaborative effort aims to explore and redefine what it means to create offshore wind farms that positively impact natural ecosystems throughout their lifecycle.
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.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Completion of a 10-year programme of work in Leeds this autumn has delivered 1 in 200-year flood protection for the city and some engineering firsts for the UK too. The post Leeds’ flood protection enhanced after 10-year scheme adopts mix of new and tested solutions appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
For Construction Pros
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The demand for data centers is rapidly increasing, with projections indicating U.S. data center construction could reach $25 billion by 2027. An example of this growth is DataBank's expansive new data center campus in Dallas.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
With 40% of its revenues set to come from data centers, chip fabs and similar projects, the industry’s biggest contractor is making moves to stay ahead of its growth.
Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
FORT WASHINGTON, Pa. — Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE: TOL) ( TollBrothers.com ), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, today announced a joint venture between its Toll Brothers City Living division and Daiwa House to develop a new luxury condominium community in the New York City metro market. Located on the Hudson River waterfront and offering unobstructed skyline views of Manhattan, Vista Pointe will be a nine-story, 73-unit luxury condominium community at 8 Avenue at Port Imperial i
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New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
A 1.2km exploratory adit has been constructed for extensive ground investigations to inform the detailed design of SSE Renewables’ Coire Glas pumped storage hydro scheme in the Scottish Highlands. The post How ground conditions unknowns impacted Coire Glas exploratory adit construction appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Contractor Bookkeeping
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Have you ever paused to consider the real impact of your business's customer experience? Is it lifting your brand or dragging it down, along with your team's morale? Today's consumers expect nothing short of excellence, so understanding the consequences of poor customer service is vital. So, what does poor customer service cost you? Let's delve into the details—they might change your perspective.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The agency’s goal is to help transit departments deliver projects on time, on task and on budget, said the transit authority’s deputy administrator.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Brightline West will be America’s first high-speed passenger rail system operating from Las Vegas to Southern California. Photos courtesy Grimshaw Brightline West will be the United States’ first high-speed passenger rail system, operating from Las Vegas to Southern California. This 350-km (218-mile) passenger rail service expects to serve more than nine million one-way passengers annually.
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
A new survey from Ipsos has revealed that engineers are the second most trusted professionals in Great Britain, with 90% of people expressing faith in their honesty. The post Engineers move up to second among Britain’s most trusted professions appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Contractors have been urged to look out for new guidance on keeping homes safe from fire. An updated British Standard will be published on 27 November that will, three days later, supersede the current version. BS 9991:2024, ‘Fire safety in the design, management and use… The post New British Standard for residential fire safety imminent appeared first on Construction News.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The specialty contractor has a strong backlog and wants hundreds of tradesworkers in the Lone Star State to help deliver it.
Construction Today
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Thanks to a combination of hard work and innovative vision, AMFAC has established itself as one of the US’ foremost providers of preventative and reactive property maintenance services. In just six years, the company has made waves across the industry, and expanded its offering with innovative, eco-friendly advances. Company President, Jameka Spencer, joins CT to discuss the company’s fascinating… Source The post From military precision to market leadership, American Facil
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New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Transport for London (TfL), working with Mott MacDonald and the West London Alliance (WLA), has completed the feasibility design stage of the proposed £800-900M westward extension of the London Overground, known as the West London Orbital (WLO). The post TfL and Motts discuss West London Orbital Overground line as feasibility stage completed appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government. Both the New South Wales and Federal governments have announced a joint investment worth $437.3 million for 230 new safety projects that aim to reduce the risk of crashes that cause fatal or serious injuries. The 230 projects will involve installing or upgrading safety infrastructure including wombat crossings, roundabouts, rumble strips, sealed shoulders on high-speed rural roads, kerb extensions and pedestrian refuges.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The burgeoning sectors drove double-digit gains across the Dallas-based firm’s portfolio, according to the company’s earnings call.
Construction News
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
A crane supplier has been cleared of health and safety breaches, seven-and-a-half years after three of its employees died at a construction site. Falcon Tower Crane Services was found not guilty of two counts of breaching the law at Chester Crown Court last week. Rhys… The post Crane supplier cleared over three deaths, seven years after tragedy appeared first on Construction News.
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New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Engineers from EKFB (Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial, Bam Nuttall) have commenced work on a significant green bridge at Turweston, located on the borders of Buckinghamshire and West Northamptonshire, as part of High Speed 2 (HS2). The post HS2 | Beams lifted into place for wildlife bridge in Buckinghamshire appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
The new Croydon Station opened in August 2024. Images: Victorian Government. Roads & Infrastructure Magazine provides an update on the Level Crossing Removal Project in Victoria, which represents one of the largest packages of construction works ever seen in the state. In May 2015 the Victorian Government announced it would establish The Level Crossing Removal Project (LXRP) to oversee one of the largest rail infrastructure projects in the state’s history.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Training programs can’t keep up with demand, which may signal a need for employer investments, Dewalt says.
Equipment World
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
John Engstrom bought the Allis-Chalmers HD-15 dozer back in 1960 to start his business. He and his grandson tracked it down before John passed away.
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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
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