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Light at the End of the Tunnel

Civil + Structural Engineer

In fact, the storm drain system is about 100 years old. Minneapolis development combined with increased rainfall brings more water into the system, which heightens the pressure on the tunnel. That custom drum was one Curb Roller Manufacturing engineered for a large stormwater job. Michael, Minnesota, won the bid for the job.

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New construction technology releases: July 2025

Construction Dive

Here, Construction Dive breaks down five of the latest products and enhancements to recently hit the market: DJI Drone and camera tech provider DJI has introduced its Matrice 400 drone , which boasts a 59-minute flight time, a payload capacity of up to 6 kilograms and an obstacle-sensing system that relies on LiDAR and millimeter wave radar.

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National Precast: 50 years of building Australia’s future

Roads Online

This technique has been widely used in the construction of retaining walls, bridge abutments and embankments. The use of locally sourced materials and advanced design techniques means these systems require minimal maintenance over their lifespan, contributing to long-term sustainability.

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Navigating London’s Party Wall Act: A Construction Professional’s Guide

UK Construction Blog

The post Navigating London’s Party Wall Act: A Construction Professional’s Guide appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The Party Wall Act 1996 remains one of the most misunderstood aspects of London construction projects. Many contractors discover party wall requirements mid-project, causing expensive delays.

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The three Ps of prefabricated EIFS: Preparation, production, placement

Construction Specifier

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.

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Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction

UK Construction Blog

The post Light Steel Frame Systems: A Modern Solution for Sustainable Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. What Are Light Steel Frame Systems? Light steel frame systems are innovative construction methods that utilize thin sheets of steel, known as cold-formed steel, for building structures.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical. Uncontrolled air movement through penetrations in the building enclosure can increase energy costs as HVAC systems work harder to condition the air.