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A New Bridge to Nature: Elachee Drive over I-985 Bridge Replacement

Civil + Structural Engineer

Roadway Project Manager, Michael Baker International Located in the 1,500-acre Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve in North Georgia, the Elachee Nature Science Center is an education center that serves more than 35,000 students from over 35 school systems and an additional 30,000 visitors to the museum and preserve each year. By Chad Havens, P.E.,

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Improving Sustainability in the Construction Industry: A Complete Guide for 2025

UK Construction Blog

Key Takeaways The construction industry is responsible for 39% of global carbon emissions, making sustainability transformation essential for environmental protection and business viability, with sustainable practices offering significant cost savings and competitive advantages. What Is Sustainable Construction?

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Luton Town’s New Stadium: Power Court’s £450m Journey from Planning to Premier League Reality

UK Construction Blog

The £450 million stadium project forms part of an eight-hectare town centre regeneration scheme that includes 1,000 residential apartments, hotel facilities, restaurants, and a live music venue, creating over 1,000 permanent jobs for the local community. Community impact adds another dimension to the stadium debate.

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OmTrak’s Wish List for the Construction Industry in 2025: Building a Better Tomorrow

OmTrak

In 2025, lets focus on minimising discrepancies that could impact project outcomes. How we can do this : Adopt tools for real-time data validation before its used, ensuring compliance and reducing risks. As stakeholders demand more transparency, validated data will be crucial for making informed choices and mitigating risks.

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How to Choose the Right Equipment Rental Provider

CCR Magazine

Cost Considerations and Value Assessment It is important to examine all potential charges when evaluating equipment rental costs instead of only focusing on the base rental rate. The American Rental Association forecasts a decline in rental revenue growth from 7.9% in 2024 to 3.6%

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Construction Site Hearing Issues: How Noise Damages Workers’ Health & Prevention Tips

UK Construction Blog

Key Takeaways Construction workers face severe hearing risks, with 23% suffering from hearing loss compared to 20% across all industries, and three out of four workers exposed to hazardous noise levels exceeding 85 decibels daily. Power tools present constant exposure risks across different trades.

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Beauty and brawn: The benefits of hybrid carpet

Construction Specifier

By Tracy Cook Photos courtesy Tarkett There are many expectations from indoor spaces today: they must look aesthetically pleasing but be strong enough to withstand heavy use, be easy to clean but not feel sterile and unwelcoming, and they should feature healthy, sustainable materials that support human and environmental health.