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Offsite vs. Onsite Construction Part 2

Civil + Structural Engineer

In Part II of a two-part series, industry pros focus on the multiple benefits offered by offsite construction with increased challenges from inflation, labor shortages, materials availability, and a push to increase sustainability on construction projects. Ochs: To put it simply, using offsite construction saves time and money.

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Playing with Fabric

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Shannon Humbert, Legacy Building Solutions Rigid-frame fabric buildings offer a permanent solution for athletic facilities. For many entities, both public and private, the need for an athletics and recreation facility comes down to two options: A permanent brick and mortar building, or a lower-cost fabric bubble.

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Exploring Leading Hygienic Equipment Manufacturers in For Construction 2025

UK Construction Blog

Stainless steel is one of the essential materials across many construction environments for its corrosion resistance, fire safety properties, strength and easy-clean surfaces. Known for their focus on hygiene, quality and longevity, Stekkos products are a strong fit where space-saving, strength and compliance are key.

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AI fuels data center demand: Can precast concrete keep up?

Construction Specifier

Precast concrete is a desirable material for these buildings for a variety of reasons, whether used for walls, floors, and roof panels in a total precast structure or as an enclosure system. Precast concrete is an ideal material for the construction of buildings that will meet the aggressive schedules important for data center owners.

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Innovative Approaches to Cavity Wall Insulation for Builders

UK Construction Blog

Before you default to familiar methods, this post walks you through sensor-guided fills, modular panels, and hybrid vapour controls that builders are already testing onsite. Picture two masonry leaves, stainless-steel ties and a drainage cavity working together like a breathable waterproof jacket.

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Talent and Tech: The Keys to Unlocking Prefabrication Success 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Prefab and modular construction require tightly controlled planning and coordination, so there's very little room for inaccuracies. To be successful, teams need a clear understanding of material needs, labor requirements, and scheduling. While it's true that prefab enables you to build a structure in a more controlled environment (i.e.,

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

Moffatt & Nichol Start Date : 6 January 2020 Completion Date : 28 April 2023 Background : Port Freeport, sixty miles from downtown Houston, is one of the fastest-growing ports in Texas and is undertaking expansion to handle an increased flow of goods.