Tag: projects
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CPD: Planning for physical security in construction projects
This CPD explains how construction professionals can better integrate physical security measures from the outset of a project. By Richard Ellis. What you will learn in this CPD The legislative context of physical security in construction projects The risks of late-stage planning Practical guidance for embedding security into the early design stage Physical security refers…
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USACE Buffalo district commits to BIM across construction projects
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: As the federal government pushes for greater technology adoption in the permitting process, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo District has implemented building information modeling across its design and construction projects, according to an…
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Skilled Roofers for Residential and Commercial Projects
When it comes to protecting your home or business, the roof is your first and most vital line of defense. Whether you need a new installation, repairs, or regular maintenance, working with skilled roofers ensures that your property is safe, durable, and energy-efficient. Both residential and commercial properties have unique roofing needs, and finding experts…
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California developers hit pause on projects due to high costs
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: More than a third of California developers have delayed or canceled commercial real estate projects due to rising costs and tariff uncertainty, according to a summer 2025 Allen Matkins and UCLA report. Industrial and multifamily…
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What can Levelling Up schemes learn from mega projects’ delays?
Weak feasibility studies, vague scope and inadequate financial planning lead to delays. Those delays, in turn, ripple through procurement and execution. This echoes the Levelling Up Fund, which showed that many UK bids were submitted without detailed designs. High-level costings are simply not a reliable foundation for timely delivery. View the original article and our…
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Treehouse ideas: 12 real life projects to inspire you
Forget rough-and-ready dens knocked together with scrap timber, today’s treehouse ideas are something else entirely. Simply type ‘treehouse’ into Pinterest and you’ll be inundated with everything from elevated woodland hideaways to sleek, modern tree pods balanced on stilts. Driven by a desire to feel closer to nature, treehouse design is increasingly being shaped by wider…
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Wave of projects lifts construction planning to record high
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Another month of construction planning growth indicates a wave of projects is breaking loose, according to Dodge Construction Network. The Dodge Momentum Index, which tracks nonresidential projects entering the planning stage and leads actual construction spending by…
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Slow contech adoption could stymie data center projects: report
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Without more technology adoption, the construction industry’s delivery of data centers could fall short even as global demand for artificial intelligence intensifies, according to a new white paper. Unless building methods evolve to match the…
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EPDs in Precast Concrete Projects
As sustainability becomes a central driver in construction, environmental product declarations (EPDs) are emerging as powerful tools for the entire building value chain. The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) recently released updated, third-party verified, regionalized industry-average EPDs that reflect real production data from across 11 U.S. regions, helping stakeholders make informed decisions based on location, product…
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Willo Debuts Wedge Slim™ Lock for Jail & Prison Projects
Willo Products Company LLC, the trusted leader in the design, engineering, and sale of innovative detention locking systems, today announced the launch of the Wedge Slim™, an advanced swinging-door locking system designed to be specified and installed into new jail and prison builds. Building on the legacy of the original Willo Wedge®, a widely deployed…