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Out with the old

Roads Online

Image: stock.adobe.com/Vince New equipment is providing a much-needed boost to research infrastructure in the transport and construction space. That’s why the University of South Australia is developing a new version with improved technology to overcome these limitations. University of South Australia Professor Yan Zhuge explains.

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

UK Construction Blog

Overcoming implementation challenges requires strategic planning, including addressing higher upfront costs through long-term financial analysis, investing in skills development and training programmes, and navigating regulatory barriers through early adoption of emerging standards.

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Navigating Modern Construction: Trends, Challenges, and Local Considerations

UK Construction Blog

Meanwhile, advances in 3D printing allow for faster, on-site fabrication of components, opening up new possibilities for affordable housing and emergency infrastructure. Modular construction the prefabrication of sections off-site is gaining traction for its speed and scalability.

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STULZ Modular Tackles Heat Challenge at University of Göttingen

CCR Magazine

T he University of Gttingen needed a new data center to house Emmy, as the existing facilities could not provide the required space and cooling infrastructure. STULZ prioritises energy efficiency and sustainability in its product development and manufacturing processes to deliver future proof cooling solutions.

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Mass Timber Buildings: Sustainable Path to Net Zero Goals

CCR Magazine

Mass timber is quickly becoming a solution as the number of public institutions and private developers pledging to attain net-zero carbon emissions increases. “Mass timber offers cost and value considerations that developers and clients see as benefits. concrete) in the substructure.

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Key Benefits of Choosing a Design-Build Contractor

CCR Magazine

For developers, business owners, and homeowners, understanding the benefits of design-build is crucial when planning a successful construction project. For large-scale developments or time-sensitive projects, this can mean saving months in the construction schedule.

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ENR Midwest 2025 Top Contractors: Regional Firms Adapt to Stay Ahead of Shifting Landscape

ENR Construction

The region remains attractive for industrial development due to its geographic and population advantages. We’re also seeing clients place greater emphasis on sustainable construction, efficiency, prefabrication and modular construction—areas where we’ve made significant progress,” says Michael C. based in St. Mortenson Co.