Tag: Construction
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New Sherwin-Williams research highlights top challenges in large-scale construction
A recent survey for Sherwin-Williams reveals that nearly 9 in 10 construction professionals working on projects over $30 million have experienced significant delays. The report captures the growing strain on timelines, budgets and safety across the advanced manufacturing construction sector. Delays Driven by Material and Weather Disruptions The majority of respondents cited material availability (71%)…
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Understanding Spalled Concrete Joints | For Construction Pros
Deteriorated or “spalled” joints are the number one problem in a concrete floor. Saw cut contraction/control joints and construction joints create interruptions in the concrete floor’s surface. These interruptions create impact points along the joint edge and joints are then subject to deterioration or damage by the crossing wheels of material handling vehicles, pallet jacks,…
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Last chance for early bird bookings at the digital construction Oscars
The Digital Construction Awards, celebrating best practice and innovation in the application of BIM, information management and digital technology in the built and managed environments, are on 1 July at the Brewery in London. The shortlisted entrants from 16 categories will gather on the night to celebrate and find out the winners. View the original…
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Data centers, but little else, prop up construction planning
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Plans for data centers, construction’s hottest sector, continued to fly off drafting tables in April, while owners in other market segments mostly sat still, according to Dodge Construction Network. The Dodge Momentum Index grew 0.9% in April,…
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Quickbase Project Hub: A Construction Platform for Real-Time Visibility and Control
Quickbase has introduced the Project Hub Pro App, a new construction project management tool designed to give general and specialty contractors a clearer view into their project data—from planning to completion. The new platform addresses a common challenge in the construction industry: disconnected systems and scattered data. According to a recent survey of over 430…
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Digital Construction Awards 2025: Digital Collaboration of the Year shortlist
The new classroom at Old Newton School Project in Stowmarket needed a system to store and manage trusted data throughout its lifecycle. The school governors partnered with IF_DO Architects and Natural Building Systems to develop an offsite-manufactured solution aligned with their sustainability and health goals. A key driver was ensuring excellent indoor air quality, free…
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Interested in AI? Here’s what construction leaders should do first.
With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, construction leaders may be tempted to join the fray. However, if they fail to conduct sufficient due diligence, their AI investments may not deliver the results they expect. Many companies expect AI tools to automate their most complex tasks immediately, such as cost estimating, says Eide Bailly…
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Futurist to share her vision for women in construction at NAWIC Annual Conference
Nikki Greenberg is an internationally known futurist and innovation strategist who helps companies prepare for tomorrow. She will be a featured speaker at the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Annual Conference taking place August 20-23 in Boston, Massachusetts. The theme of the conference is “Together we rise.” Greenberg recently shared some of the…
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How to manage skin cancer risks on construction sites
In the latest article in our series with the Considerate Constructors Scheme, Desiree Blamey looks at how construction project managers can take more proactive steps to reduce the risk of skin cancer among outdoor workers. Image: Dreamstime. This May, Skin Cancer Awareness Month aims to highlight the importance of preventing skin cancer, a significant threat…
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Youth mobility scheme: an opportunity for construction?
The UK construction sector continues to grow, supported by increased investment in infrastructure and housing developments. With demand on the rise, the need for skilled labour is becoming more apparent. The CSN Industry Outlook 2024-2028 estimates that 251,500 additional construction workers will be needed in the UK by 2028 to meet demand. While vacancies have…