Roads Online

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

To address these concerns, AfPA (the Australian Flexible Pavement Association) has introduced the National Worker on Foot Awareness online course, a specialised program that exemplifies AfPA’s unwavering dedication to improving safety protocols and ensuring a secure work environment for all individuals on site.

Construction Machinery

Construction Specifier

MAY 13, 2025

The building follows the shape of the site and is roughly V-shaped in plan. Given that the building is within a 100-year flood zone, it has been elevated above the floodplain and protective measures have been taken for the below-grade garage to mitigate extreme weather events.

Roofing Systems

Business Facilities

JULY 7, 2025

Courtesy of LocationAdvisor.com A t a time when business resilience is increasingly defined by energy reliability and sustainability, corporate real estate (CRE) executives are placing a strategic focus on one factor that was once an afterthought in site selection: the power grid.

Real Estate Development

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The offset drive system utilized pulleys to enable operators to stay clear of the pour area, reducing site congestion and maximizing workspace efficiency. Once the plans were approved, Clover and company then visited Curb Roller Manufacturings facility in Kansas for a complete mockup and small pour showing how everything worked together.

Concrete Pouring

Construction Dive

JULY 7, 2025

Skip to main content CONTINUE TO SITE ➞ Dont miss tomorrows construction industry news Let Construction Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. In addition, May’s spending was down 3.5% year over year, the largest such decrease since February 2019 , according to the Associated General Contractors of America.

Public Works

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Understanding Real Estate Construction Management Real estate construction management is the process of planning, organizing, and controlling a building project, from the first idea to the final handover. With rising material costs, labor shortages, and stricter regulations, poor planning can lead to major delays and losses.

Construction Management

UK Construction Blog

MAY 21, 2025

The post Best Practices for Ensuring Clean Drinking Water on Construction Sites appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction site managers are responsible for the health and wellbeing of the staff who operate on their work sites. Site operators risk contaminating drinking water if waste is not properly handled.

Health Regulations

UK Construction Blog

JULY 19, 2025

By bringing these two powerful tools together, industries such as construction, urban planning, and infrastructure management can achieve more precise and meaningful outcomes. It’s widely used in urban planning, environmental management, and transportation. Enhancing GIS 3D Analysis with BIM Integration 1.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

Whether you are a homeowner planning a renovation , a developer looking to break ground on a commercial project, or simply an interested party in the real estate market, understanding the construction costs in NYC is crucial for making informed decisions. NYC is built on a variety of terrains, including bedrock, sandy soils, and marshland.

Construction Management

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

To make your project worth the investment, you’ll need to approach it with a clear plan and real understanding. An effective refurbishment plan supports long-term growth and not just short-term fixes. Refurbishments in London often go over planned costs due to building restrictions, material pricing, or labour availability.

Building Code Compliance

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

You’re no longer limited to traditional paper-based processes and lengthy communication chains that once plagued construction sites. Data reveals that 50-80% of construction site problems stem from missing or delayed information, creating cascading effects across entire project timelines.

Building Code Compliance

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2025

Pre-planned worksite LED lighting layouts present cost-saving opportunities and mitigate redundant workload while safeguarding construction workers and passersby. Sports Field Construction Project Benefits: Facility managers and project managers benefit from significant cost savings when an adaptive outdoor lighting plan is utilized.

HVAC System Installation

PC Construction

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The BETA Technologies Manufacturing and Assembly Facility project is Phase 1 of a two-phase master building plan on a 40-acre former brownfield site. Work included substantial site preparation, blasting and excavation, a parking lot and utility road, and a 2.7-acre

Concrete Pouring

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

Key Takeaways An Article 4 Direction is a legal measure that restricts permitted development rights, requiring property owners to obtain planning permission for changes that would normally be allowed without application. Ever wondered why your neighbour needed planning permission for a simple extension while you didn’t?

Building Permits

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

In addition, prefabrication processes yield many sustainability benefits that traditional on-site construction methods cannot match. On-site, most prefab components require far less preparation and foundation work, allowing for quicker, more efficient construction that requires smaller labor teams.

Prefabrication

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

The post Planning a House Extension? Phase 1: Initial Planning and Feasibility (2-3 Months) Defining Your Vision and Requirements The extension process begins long before any construction takes place. Here’s What to Expect From Start to Finish appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Expanding living areas?

Painting/finishing

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

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.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Photos courtesy Intertek Following reports of difficulty managing interior temperatures in a medical office at Level 3 of a new high-rise clad in unitized curtain wall, diagnostic testing revealed air leakage sites at stack joints and within column enclosures exasperated by some stack effect. Practice 4.2.3Airflow Measurement (Anemometers).

Building Code Compliance

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 23, 2024

As with any prefabricated panel cladding, joints, and transitions to adjacent enclosure systems require significant forethought and planning while considering constructability in the shop and the field. Panels must fit on the trucks transporting them to the site and in the trucks lanes. This process is done entirely in the shop.

Prefabrication

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

Buyers typically receive everything needed to assemble the house on-site, either by themselves or with professional help. The most common types include: Modular Homes: Built in factory sections and transported to the site, allowing for quick assembly.

Building Code Compliance

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2025

Construction sites are some of the most dangerous places to work because of the ongoing dangers of heavy equipment, high structures, and dangerous materials. Mistakes in planning, a lack of training, or unsafe working practices can all lead to accidents. Make a detailed safety plan and go over it with workers during safety meetings.

Material Handling

CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

For developers, business owners, and homeowners, understanding the benefits of design-build is crucial when planning a successful construction project. Permitting applications, material procurement, and preliminary site work can start while the final design is still being refined. In contrast, design-build enables parallel workflows.

Building Design

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Your deck and patio can become stunning areas for relaxation and entertainment when you plan carefully. Consider these traffic patterns: From the house to the grill area Between seating zones To and from garden features Identifying Key Transition Areas Smooth transitions make your outdoor space feel cohesive.

Painting/finishing

UK Construction Blog

MAY 27, 2025

Accommodation close to the project site minimizes travel time, reduces fatigue, and gives workers more time to rest or connect with family and friends. Cost-Effectiveness and Transparency : Budgets are tight, and unexpected costs can derail even the most meticulously planned project.

Energy Efficiency

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Their expertise covers unique building techniques, system planning, and tiny house requirements. The most trustworthy builders carry proper insurance and provide clear contracts that spell out warranty terms, project timelines, and backup plans. The application needs site plans, floor plans, elevations, and material specifications.

Fire Protection System Installation

Roads Online

JUNE 29, 2025

From vacuum excavation and pipe bursting to cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) relining, the methods may vary, but the benefits are consistent: cleaner sites, quieter operations, and faster project turnaround. Councils often use legacy systems under roads that are now high-traffic zones,” Edmunds says. Digging those up isn’t feasible.

Infrastructure Development

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

This ranges from creating open-plan living areas by removing walls to converting underutilised spaces like lofts into functional rooms. Open-Plan Reconfigurations : Creating open-plan living areas by removing internal walls costs approximately 2,000-4,000, not including any additional kitchen or flooring updates.

Budgeting

Construction Specifier

APRIL 27, 2025

Regardless of the application, precast offers the same off-site construction benefits. Early collaboration allows us to integrate precast concrete solutions seamlessly during the design phase, enabling the fabrication of precast concrete panels concurrently with site preparation, Lyons says. Section CAZ: Controlled Access Zone.

Building Materials Manufacturing

ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

Despite challenges ranging from bears, bison and steep topography to a building site with ground heated by geothermic activity along with hot springs and gas vents, construction of the $120-million bridge is entering its final phases this summer and is expected to open in the fall. Transporting them required extra planning, says Lowe. “We

Concrete Pouring

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

The post Construction Site Hearing Issues: How Noise Damages Workers’ Health & Prevention Tips appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Common Sources of Noise on Construction Sites Construction sites generate noise from multiple sources that create dangerous sound levels throughout your workday.

Environmental Impact Assessment

UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2025

These systems prove especially valuable for companies operating across multiple locations or time zones. These systems can automatically coordinate site visits, delivery schedules, and client meetings whilst considering weather conditions, resource availability, and project dependencies.

Communication

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 24, 2025

This blog delves into the overlap of clean energy and planning controls. Why Listed Buildings Are A Special Case Listed buildings, by their nature, are identified as having architectural or historic significance and are listed under the Town and Country Planning Act. But installing them in old buildings is a challenging task.

Green Building

UK Construction Blog

JULY 3, 2025

It’s at this planning stage that you really need to find a company for duct heater supply that can assess your commercial environment and provide you with the best options. Zoned Heating Capabilities Duct heaters can be installed in individual zones of a building, allowing for zoned heating.

HVAC System Installation

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

AVAIO Digital Partners (AVAIO Digital) has signed an agreement with the Appomattox County Economic Development Authority (EDA) for the purchase of a 452-acre business and industrial site in Appomattox County VA. AVAIO Digital plans to develop the site into a $3 billion data center campus with substantial onsite green power.

Infrastructure Development

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The post 10 Effective Ways to Reduce Commercial Energy Consumption on Construction Sites appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Reducing commercial energy consumption on construction sites is both an economic and environmental priority for companies looking to enhance efficiency and sustainability.

Renewable Energy Systems

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 7, 2025

Limit your elements and repeat them in different zones to create a clean and simple look. If you have a sloppy or challenging site (small or large), consider incorporating terraces, and stairs, and form different zones within the open space with plant and flower repetition. Simplicity Sometimes less is more.

Landscaping

Construction Daily News

MAY 2, 2025

Unskilled laborers get less for trench digging, concrete mixing, and site preparation. Unskilled construction laborers, who prepare sites and handle materials, drove industry wage trends. Companies can better manage expenditures by planning ahead. Therefore, contractors recruit more of them. construction aggregates market.

Infrastructure Development