Construction Specifier

MARCH 11, 2024

In the case of tension fabric buildings, there exists the unique potential for miscommunication while even just considering whether a fabric structure is the right architectural choice in the first place. For many, the term “fabric building” carries negative connotations of being a cheap or temporary option.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 30, 2024

By Dale Payne Photos ©Moris Moreno Photography/courtesy GKD Metal Fabrics Pandemic-level illness, a nationwide mental health crisis, and healthcare worker burnout are fueling a reimagined future for America’s healthcare infrastructure. Why metal fabric? percent annually this year and next.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 4, 2022

Tension fabric structures have served a key role as a cost-effective facility solution for years. In some cases, users have turned to fabric buildings when brick-and-mortar construction is not economically feasible or would take too long to complete. The fabric building market remained stable, but also stagnant, for a long time.

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Learn Civil Engineering

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of manufacturing, the role of automation in sheet metal fabrication cannot be overstated. Over the years, this industry has witnessed remarkable transformations, from rudimentary manual processes to the sophisticated automated systems of today.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 8, 2018

Even if the construction industry has been slower to adopt new technology than other industries, we’ve seen a significant amount of change in recent years. The industry is experimenting with technologies like drones, virtual reality, wearables and 3D scanning. As Green Construction Grows, So Could Cross-Laminated Timber.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 24, 2021

Welding is a kind of fabrication process that mainly uses high temperatures to melt different pieces of metal together, then allows them to cool and fuse. The industrial revolution took much of the world in a new direction. What is welding? Pressure can also be used to join parts together, such as in cold welding. 3) TIG welding.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 28, 2018

These are the construction companies who have not succumbed to the many challenges facing the construction industry, finding ways to rise above them and achieve excellence. DPR Construction, KT Fabrication and University Mechanical & Engineering. The team had zero lost-time incidents and an OSHA Recordable Incident Rate of 0.19

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HardHatChat

MARCH 27, 2018

Something we’re hearing a lot about in our industry right now is the growing trend and popularity of prefab and modular commercial construction solutions. Not all that long ago, when I was still a young laborer in the field, many items such as millwork, ductwork and mechanical components were still frequently fabricated on the job site.

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Construction Today

JANUARY 31, 2025

Bartlett Group is a premier full-service industrial contractor, specializing in maintenance, turnarounds, capital mechanical projects, refractory, soft crafts, fabrication, and more through its distinguished portfolio of nine companies.

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Constructonomics

JUNE 24, 2012

If you work in the construction industry, chances are you have heard of asbestos. Asbestos and the Industrial Era. its mining and use soared during the late 1800s, the period commonly known as the Industrial Era. It was woven into fabric, used to insulate buildings. In fact, it used to be hailed as the “magic mineral.”.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Construction is one of the oldest industries in the world. With the demand for buildings soaring, the industry is struggling to build faster and more efficiently. IC introduces the AEC industry to manufacturing techniques that shed light on proven ways for improving efficiency, building at scale, reducing costs, and improving quality.

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FDR Safety

JULY 16, 2018

This blog is targeting small employers, especially those involved with sheet metal fabrication. Over the past few years, FDRsafety has been asked to represent a disproportionate number of small metal fabricating plants. That’s a pretty high bar to reach in metal fabrication. Spot welders, riveters, manual forming machines, etc.

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BD+C

APRIL 13, 2024

Former industrial marina gets adaptive reuse treatment 0 qpurcell Sat, 04/13/2024 - 08:52 Mixed-Use At its core, adaptive reuse is an active reimagining of the built environment in ways that serve the communities who use it. The industrial marina served the purpose it was intended for, but as the industry changed it saw less and less use.

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Lets Build

MARCH 10, 2022

These three key advantages of modular construction show why this practice is gaining traction throughout the industry: 1. With environmental concerns growing in the industry, modular construction is becoming a popular choice to limit the waste produced on each project. Is modular construction the future of the industry?

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BD+C

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Pre-COVID times, I attended an AEC industry summit in which there was a panel of experts consisting of a property developer, an investment advisor, a real-estate consultant, an architect, and a fabricator who were all brought together to discuss the benefits of modular construction. .

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 1, 2022

Global trade is much lower than it was in the pre-pandemic world, and supply line shortages have caused a number of issues in several industries, especially the construction industry. One issue is the meteoric rise of steel prices, which has caused significant construction industry challenges.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 7, 2022

Marketing Industrialized Construction to Consumers. The data Rise collected backs up what many in the residential construction industry are slowly realizing: Homebuyers have a sincere interest in, a baseline knowledge of, and a curiosity about—and far less bias against—homes built mostly or entirely in a factory. Stacey Freed.

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BD+C

JANUARY 2, 2019

The AEC industry has gone all in on sustainability, energy efficiency, and occupant health and wellness. These elements are woven into the fabric of just about every new building, including AEC firms’ own offices.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 7, 2022

How the Construction Industry Is Rethinking Workforce Development. Home builders, trade associations, NGOs, and other groups are aggressively ramping up skilled construction labor training programs to bring more workers into the industry. The Construction Industry's Gender Gap. Wed, 12/07/2022 - 09:51.

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Constructonomics

OCTOBER 25, 2015

Of course, the Industrial Revolution and the ensuing Technological Revolution has changed all that. Here are six emerging trends that look like good news for the construction industry and the broader world. Technology’s effects on the construction industry are far from being fully known or over. New Materials. Less Paper.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 24, 2021

President Joe Biden’s USD$2 trillion housing and infrastructure agenda have been met with mixed reactions from the construction industry. However, with the economy slowly normalizing amid COVID-19, experts expect the construction industry to regain momentum. Waste is nothing less of a hot topic in the construction industry.

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Super sacks are popular in the industrial and commercial sectors because they are strong, durable, and resistant to weathering. Super sacks are a type of bulk packaging made of fabric. What industries could potentially use the super sack for transporting goods? They are often used to transport granulated or powdered products.

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Carol Hagen

JANUARY 10, 2012

Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become an industry standard on complex construction projects. Your local universities also offer training and educational programs as do the think tanks of the construction industry. Augmented Reality, Laser Scanning, Immersive Environments and Digital Fabrication all are an extension of BIM.

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Acoustic panels can be made from a variety of materials, including fiberglass, mineral wool, and fabric-wrapped panels. For example, in open-plan offices where privacy is a concern, fabric-wrapped panels can be used to create sound barriers between workstations.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Cast stone became popular in the United States and Canada in the late 19 th century, with the rapid development of the Portland cement and concrete industries. Cast stone has experienced a resurgence in popularity and is currently fabricated for both new construction and restoration work.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 28, 2021

Contract value not disclosed, but offshore unit will produce the structure at its oil and gas fabrication site for NY's first wind farm, said project developers at big industry conference in Richmond.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 28, 2021

Contract value was not disclosed, but firm's offshore energy fabrication unit will develop the structure at its Texas oil and gas fabrication site, said wind project developers at big industry conference in Richmond.

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Business Facilities

MAY 2, 2022

Systems Group's El Dorado fabrication and machine shop expansion will participate in the AEDC’s Advantage Arkansas program.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 3, 2024

Like USA SHADE, Custom Shade Sails offers a diverse product range, including three fabric types and options for three to more than five corners. ColourTree emphasizes its shades’ UV-blocking capabilities, claiming to be higher than the industry average. Custom Shade Sails Custom Shade Sails is another reliable option.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 30, 2023

Industrialized Construction Bridges the Gap Between Traditional and Future Building – Q&A with Salla Eckardt Salla Eckardt has built a career by challenging the status quo to forge a path of growth and innovation. Have you always been interested in industrialized construction? Let’s dive in!

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 30, 2023

With over 20 years of experience–most recently working for Microsoft as its Director of Digital Building Lifecycle and Innovation–Salla has built a reputation in the construction industry for fostering programs that utilize emerging technology and innovative applications to inform digital strategy. Let’s dive in!

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Fieldwire

APRIL 11, 2022

According to research published by the Construction Industry Institute (CII) in 2011, rework costs can range from 2 to 20 percent of a typical project’s contract value. Fabrication Issues. Design and fabrication issues can be mitigated when identified early in the project. Potential Solutions. Schedule Demo.

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HardHatChat

JULY 23, 2012

Logistics – While some international retailers let us fabricate millwork, others prefer to ship materials from their country. Make sure your GC’s team can instantly convert from the industry standard to the metric system. However, if translators are needed, you need to determine upfront who will pay for that expense. Municipality/U.S.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 3, 2023

The healthcare industry is no stranger to using industrialized production methods, such as modular construction and prefabrication. The technique has found its way into the design and fabrication of headwalls, patient bathrooms, and operating rooms.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 10, 2023

Page Pipeline Supplies are expert steel fabricators and manufacturers of pipe supports, respected in the mechanical industry for their assembly of prefabricated brackets and Forest Stewardship Council wood insulation blocks.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 22, 2022

Freestanding canopy systems can be specified for numerous project applications, fabricated with a choice of materials, and engineered to meet a range of performance requirements. This material can be manufactured from recycled sources, can be fabricated into any size or geometric shape, or can be formed into curves and barrel-vaulted designs.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Technological advancements in curtain wall design tools, materials, prototyping, and fabrication techniques offer new avenues for achieving these lofty design and performance goals. Defining specific requirements for fabrication samples, mockups, and testing.

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