Mon.Jun 17, 2024

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NYC approves second set of zoning changes

Construction Dive

The updates remove a decades-old rule that barred certain commercial building uses, among the changes that aim to boost commercial corridors, promote life sciences activity and bolster manufacturing in the city.

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Advancing sustainable construction: Specifying low-carbon concrete

Construction Specifier

By Zachary Lovett, David Diedrick, and David Figurski Photo by Iwan Baan Photography Despite the urgency and efforts to halt global warming, the world’s output of CO2 continues to rise according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). 1 Average global temperatures are now approaching 1.5 C (34.7 F) above preindustrial levels, and 2023 was the hottest year on record. 2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carb

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In construction, and beekeeping, it’s all about communication

Construction Dive

Two Turner Construction superintendents who tend hives say both pursuits come down to listening to your workers and having a Plan B.

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Buffalo, N.Y. Expressway Cap Project Lawsuit Decries Environmental Impact Statement

ENR Construction

The New York Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit over Buffalo’s Kensington Expressway project

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Contractors: Focus on the skills gap, not the people shortage, for immediate impact

Construction Dive

Online training solutions will play an important role in helping contractors develop teams for peak performance.

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‘We’ve come a long way,’ says Skanska sustainability director

Construction Dive

In the past decade, it’s gotten easier and less expensive to pursue green construction, according to Tolga Tutar.

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Short Curved Walls and Non Core Layers

Revit OpEd

At Autodesk Revit forums I saw a post regarding disappearing curved walls. These walls were shorter than the current view range cut plane. When the Wall subcategory Non Core Layers is turned off only these curved short walls disappeared. Other walls of the same type that were straight remained visible. It looks like a bug to me. In my testing, when the sub-category for Non Core Layers (Detail Level must be Medium or Fine) is turned off the wall will disappear when it's height is not at least 2 f

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PC Construction Receives CMAA New England Award for BETA Technologies Manufacturing Facility

PC Construction

South Burlington, VT – PC Construction recently accepted a Project Achievement Award from the Construction Management Association of America’s New England Chapter. The CMAA award recognized PC’s work on the BETA Technologies Manufacturing and Assembly Facility , which will support the manufacturing and assembly of the electric aerospace company’s battery-powered aircraft and electric charging infrastructure.

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Fire-rated Glazing Supports Safer School Design

BD+C

Fire-rated Glazing Supports Safer School Design 1 kcichowicz Mon, 06/17/2024 - 11:12 Fire-rated glazing supports safer school design and supports building plans that meet model building code requirements. Building materials and architectural systems intended to provide added safety and security, such as protection from storms or defense against fire, are often required to meet certain testing standards.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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Lawsuit Decries Environmental Assessment for Buffalo, NY, Expressway Cap Project

ENR Construction

The New York Civil Liberties Union suit alleges that Buffalo’s Kensington Expressway project's environmental assessment is "limited and flawed.

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Lawsuit Decries EIS for Buffalo, NY, Expressway Cap Project

ENR Construction

The New York Civil Liberties Union suit alleges that Buffalo’s Kensington Expressway project's environmental impact statement is "limited and flawed.

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The Internet’s Most Asked Questions About Bluebeam

ENR Construction

Bluebeam develops construction software solutions that help architects, engineers, and builders to communicate better between the office and the field.