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FBI, local authorities investigate construction flaws at Maryland's National Harbor megaproject

Construction Dive

Following a child's electrical shock from faulty wiring installation, officials have been looking for errors in the design, permitting, construction and inspection processes and for indications of public corruption.

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Skanska Awarded $220M Contract to Paint and Rehabilitate the Commodore Barry Bridge in Chester, PA and Bridgeport, NJ

Civil + Structural Engineer

The scope of the bid-build project includes blast cleaning and repainting the cantilever truss, steel barriers, and overhead gantries, as well as repairing and strengthening the truss members, stringers, bearings, vibration absorbers, wind pins, and the installation of temporary jacking systems.

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Common Electrical Issues In Older Houses And How To Rectify Them

UK Construction Blog

The post Common Electrical Issues In Older Houses And How To Rectify Them appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The electrical system is one of the greatest concerns for an old house. With time, the wires wear out, and the fuseboxes are outdated. This poses a high risk of electric shocks and appliance damage.

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Duct Heaters Could Be The Answer!

UK Construction Blog

A duct heater is installed within an air duct to provide heated air to a space. It typically uses electric heating elements or, in some cases, hot water or steam from a central boiler. Duct heaters are compact and installed within the air duct system, which then means that they do not require additional floor or wall space.

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10 Electrical Upgrades That Increase Home Value

UK Construction Blog

The post 10 Electrical Upgrades That Increase Home Value appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Upgrading your home’s electrical system can significantly improve its value and appeal. Whether you’re planning to sell or simply want to enjoy a more efficient and comfortable living space, electrical upgrades make a big difference.

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10 Energy-Efficient Products for a More Sustainable Home

The Pro Builder

Smart Home Integration From Airzone Control HVAC provider Airzone Control recently announced new API (application programming interface) integration with Crestron that allows Crestron Home OS and Airzone-controlled devices to connect without the need for custom programming, additional wiring, or a WAN connection.

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Rosendin helping build future construction generation

CCR Magazine

” Throughout the program, students will actively learn by working on interactive projects, such as wiring lamps, pouring concrete for stepping stones, and building a group project like a doghouse. This includes Rosendin Electric (Rosendin) and Modular Power Solutions (MPS). </p>