Category: Construction
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Commercial Concrete Construction: Pitfalls to Avoid
Commercial concrete is the backbone of modern business spaces. From parking lots and warehouses to office buildings and shopping centers, it supports heavy loads, constant use, and all kinds of weather. When mistakes happen during construction, cracks, surface wear, or drainage issues can appear fast. The best part is, many of these problems are avoidable.…
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McHugh Begins Wacker Place Office-to-Residential Conversion
Chicago-based McHugh Construction has announced the start of construction on the office-to-residential conversion of Wacker Place, a 25-story, 248,000-square-foot art deco tower at 65 E. Wacker Place in downtown Chicago. McHugh is serving as general contractor for developer Mavrek Development, in partnership with ACRES Capital, LLC, which together recently closed more than $90 million in financing…
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How Smart Machines Are Changing Construction Work for Good
Construction sites used to be where heavy manual labor and repetitive tasks dominated. A quiet revolution is underway thanks to smart machines and intelligent technologies. This transformation is not about replacing people but empowering the workforce and boosting project outcomes at every stage. The shift is becoming increasingly visible in how mechanical construction services integrate…
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How Premium Transport Elevates Construction Client Experience
First impressions are lasting, especially in the high-stakes world of construction. While the quality of your build is paramount, the journey your corporate clients take both literally and figuratively shapes their perception of your brand. From site visits to crucial contract negotiations, every touchpoint matters. Integrating premium transportation is a powerful, often overlooked, strategy to…
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How Telehealth Helps Busy Construction Professionals?
Construction professionals are among the hardest-working people in the workforce. Long hours, physically demanding tasks, and tight deadlines often leave little time for personal health and well-being. For many tradies, site managers, and engineers, taking a day off to visit a doctor feels almost impossible. This is where telehealth steps in as a practical, time-saving,…
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Time-Saving Tech Helps Builders Do More with Less
Feeney continues to lead the charge in construction innovation with its Quick-Connect® fittings, designed to dramatically reduce installation time while maintaining precision and strength. These tool-free, self-locking connectors let installers easily attach cable railing components without special tools or on-site crimping, streamlining even complex builds. It’s a smart, time-saving solution that helps contractors complete projects…
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TICA raises fresh concerns over skills reforms
“Quality training happens right across the UK, not just in 10 locations,” she added. “If we’re serious about closing the construction industry’s skills gap, including thermal insulation, we need consistent investment and recognition for all high-quality training providers.” View the original article and our Inspiration here
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TICA raises fresh concerns over skills reforms
“Quality training happens right across the UK, not just in 10 locations,” she added. “If we’re serious about closing the construction industry’s skills gap, including thermal insulation, we need consistent investment and recognition for all high-quality training providers.” View the original article and our Inspiration here
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MBH Architects Names Jason Dries-Daffner CEO, Ryan McNulty President
MBH Architects today announced a strategic leadership transition that marks an exciting new chapter for the firm. Effective immediately, Jason Dries-Daffner has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Ryan McNulty has been appointed President. The transition is the culmination of a thoughtful succession plan to ensure long-term stability and continued growth for the 36-year-old firm. Both leaders have played…
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Can You Use a Self-Directed IRA to Invest in Construction?
Real estate investors often look for creative ways to fund construction projects. One option that frequently comes up is using a self-directed IRA. This strategy allows you to invest retirement funds in real estate ventures, including new construction and property rehabilitation. The answer is yes. You can use a self-directed IRA to invest in construction…