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With Climate Events on the Rise, Material Selection is Critical for Long-term Resilience

Civil + Structural Engineer

While sustainable construction aims to reduce environmental impact by using eco-friendly materials, minimizing waste, and promoting energy efficiency, resilience focuses on a building’s ability to withstand natural disasters without significant damage. Steel is resistant to mold growth. CFS Steel framing is non-combustible.

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Cardo swoops for wall insulation specialist SERS

Construction Enquirer

Growing building maintenance specialist Cardo Group has struck a deal to acquire Caerphilly external wall insulation contractor SERS, further strengthening its nationwide delivery network. This next step gives us a stronger platform to invest in our people, grow our capabilities, and deliver even more value to our clients.”

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C.W. Driver Cos. Breaks Ground on College of the Desert’s Palm Springs Campus

Civil + Structural Engineer

Additionally, the development features a multi-venue Event Center for community and academic use, a central utility plant, a Maintenance and Operations facility, and a multi-modal transportation and mobility hub to ensure seamless campus accessibility.

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High-Rise Maintenance: Innovative Solutions for Building Care

CCR Magazine

Regular maintenance can significantly reduce the risk of costly repairs and unexpected breakdowns. By staying on top of maintenance tasks, you ensure a safer environment for residents and a more sustainable building overall. Preventative maintenance avoids disruptions and ensures system reliability and efficiency.

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High-Risk, High-Reward: Benefits of Proactive Building Maintenance

CCR Magazine

The thing is, most people dont think about maintenance until something goes wronga pipe bursts, the elevator quits, or the HVAC system turns into a glorified fan. Proactive building maintenance is the difference between being ahead of the curve or constantly playing catch-up. Reactive maintenance is a slippery slope.

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Snowy 2.0 project progress

Roads Online

team as they venture on an almost decade long project to connect two existing dams owned by energy business SnowyHydro. For 75 years, SnowyHydro has remained one of Australia’s leading integrated energy providers. The company ensures energy security and supports the transition to renewables through its Snowy Scheme.

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Long-Term Maintenance Tips for Storm-Damaged Roofs

CCR Magazine

Recent data indicates that residential roofs are suffering unprecedented hurricane damage which carries major implications for extended maintenance and repair costs. Regular maintenance together with prompt repairs will prolong your roof’s lifespan after storm damage while stopping additional decay. The good news? billion to $68.5