Tag: project
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$295M Texas water reuse project breaks ground
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. El Paso Water broke ground on a $295 million water reuse facility in El Paso, Texas, on Feb. 27, according to a news release from Carollo Engineers. The facility will treat wastewater for direct reuse and provide…
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Intel delays Ohio chip project again to 2031
Dive Brief: Intel is once again pushing back its project timeline for two semiconductor plants in New Albany, Ohio, this time to 2030 and 2031, according to a memo sent to employees Friday. The chip manufacturer’s Mod 1 and Mod 2 fabrication facilities were previously expected to be ready by the end of 2026, but…
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Does Your Project Deliver the Expected Value?
“People come together on AEC projects as strangers. Too often leave as enemies.” That’s a quote from Sutter Health‘s lean project delivery manifesto. Imagine a project in which the owner expected financial predictability and reliability in project execution, but the project cost more than planned. The users were not happy either; they felt the facilities…
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What to Consider When Choosing a Tile Cutter for Your Tiling Project
Getting the perfect finish on a tiling project depends on precision and clean, accurate cuts can make all the difference. Be it upgrading a bathroom, installing a kitchen backsplash, or working on an outdoor space, choosing the right tool for the job ensures smooth progress and professional results. A tile cutter is a must-have for…
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Griffin Electric Advances The Nash Casino Project
Wayne J. Griffin Electric Inc. (Griffin Electric), a leading electrical subcontractor throughout New England and the Southeast for nearly 50 years, is continuing work on The Nash Casino project, located in Nashua, NH. Griffin Electric is responsible for the electrical and telecommunications work on this 130,000-sf, two-story casino.With a planned opening in early 2025, The…
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12 Essential Tips for a Successful Spring Re-Roofing Project
Spring is the time when homeowners ask themselves the dreaded question: Is this the year we finally need to replace the roof? There’s no doubt a new roof is a significant investment, which is why leading organizations like the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) say it pays to consider the options carefully and ask the right…
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Oxford’s first class Passivhaus project
Laing O’Rourke, of course, can offer a unique proposition when it comes to supply chain, with so many specialist contractors within its group. On this project, Expanded delivered the piling and the precast concrete structure, Crown House Technologies delivered the mechanical and electrical works, and Vetter the facade, with the panels manufactured off site in…
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Hidden Issues That Can Compromise a Construction Project
Have you ever walked past a brand-new building and wondered if it was as flawless as it appeared? The walls are smooth, the windows gleam, and the whole structure seems solid. But looks can be deceiving. Beneath the surface, construction projects can have hidden problems that cause serious trouble down the line. From unexpected material…
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Miami developer breaks ground on $1B transit-oriented project
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Work began earlier this month on the first phase of a $1 billion mixed-use project in Miami, according to a news release that the developer, Terra, shared with Construction Dive. Davie, Florida-based ANF Group is serving as…
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Our Outdoor Project Update – Phase 2 Is So Exciting (AND FAST!)
This will be our third summer living here and we have learned a LOT about how we use the backyard. First off – we love to have huge multi-family neighborhood gatherings (our school community is so awesome) which included a few fundraisers (and now an annual “wine and swine”‘,”, lol). They are basically family frat…