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Middle East Cities Emerge as Global Leaders in Sustainability

While it’s the U.S. Green Building Council that sets the standard for LEED certification, two cities in the Middle East are quickly emerging as the world leaders in sustainable cities, or cities with a...

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The Modular Solution for the Today’s Military Buildings

The days of canvas tents and simple aluminum barracks are long gone for housing our nation’s armed forces, replaced in many instances with modular structures. Whether stationed Stateside or deployed...

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5 Things You May Not Know About Modular Construction

Although the modular construction has become more widely adopted by large and small architectural and construction firms, for some, modular still remains a mystery. Here are five benefits of modular...

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Whitepaper: Why Modular?

Modular construction was again named one of the hottest trends in construction and architecture for 2013. And for good reason. It’s faster, more efficient and every bit as good, if not better, than...

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Women Make New Strides in Drilling and Construction

Two traditionally male-dominated industries are closing the gender gap. As drilling and construction expand nationally and try to keep pace with staffing demands, a higher percentage of jobs are going...

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Construction Employment Improves in May

Newly-released data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) confirms the US economy added 175,000 jobs in May — 7,000 of which were in the construction sector. At the same time, May’s positive...

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Q&A: Behind Building the Unseen City at the 2013 U.S. Open

The 2013 U.S Open wrapped up last weekend at Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, PA. To the millions of fans that watched the event on TV, the severe thunderstorms, dramatic landscape and one-of-a-kind wicker...

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OSHA’s Tips for Preventing Heat Illness

The mercury is rising and people who work outdoors are at an increased risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Risk of heat related illnesses peaks when temperatures reach 95o F with humidity over...

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How Technology is Taking over the GC’s Toolbox

Someone recently said to me that the construction industry has been reluctant to embrace technology. To that, I say, “Really? Advances in technology are giving the industry new ways to make projects...

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Wanted: Skilled Tradesmen for Growing Construction Industry

The outlook for new residential and non-residential construction is increasingly positive. But with more projects on the horizon, new fears are emerging regarding a potential shortage of skilled...

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New Tech Tools of the Trade Give Contractors an Edge

Last week I talked about how, more than ever, the construction industry is incorporating new technologies to make time on the jobsite more efficient and effective. From business-specific apps to...

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Construction Unemployment Hits 5-year Low

For the first time since 2008, unemployment in the in construction industry has dropped below double digits to 9.8 percent. The Bureau of Labor Statistics confirmed the addition of 195,000 jobs for...

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Chasing Jobs: Current and Future U.S. Construction Hot Spots

The national outlook for the construction industry remains positive, though some regions are outpacing others on the road to recovery. As new projects get started across the country, here’s a look at...

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A Rising Sea of Change? New York Weighs Coastal Readiness Plan

Photo courtesy of Arcadis   Rising oceans and severe storms are a real threat to coastal cities around the world. Superstorm Sandy is great example of how tidal surge can devastate low-lying...

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Infographic: Modular Franchises Make Fast Food Even Faster

Franchises that open their doors sooner stand to make more money and capture more market share in their first year. Modular franchise construction uses simultaneous onsite foundation work and...

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How to Spot Workers’ Comp Fraud

Workers’ compensation insurance fraud is an unfortunate but still common occurrence in the construction industry. Fraudulent claims increase insurance rates and put additional strain on...

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Is Blue Infrastructure the Cure for Ailing Detroit?

Detroit’s recent bankruptcy filing has pushed city leaders and residents to find new ways to manage its financial, human and natural resources. After several years in the red, some Detroit...

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The Changing Face of Construction

The traditional construction worker is here to stay. Hands on experience and practical know-how make these workers invaluable to the industry. At the same time, the construction industry is evolving...

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3 Industries Made for Modular

Bayside Marina Hotel, Yokohama, Japan As modular grows in popularity and architects find new uses for prefab, three industries are best suited to take advantage of the benefits of building offsite. A...

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INFOGRAPHIC: How Much Can You Fit in a Portable Storage Container?

Portable storage containers can be placed almost anywhere on a construction site, behind a retail store, at a factory or wherever additional storage is needed. But for a go-anywhere store-all, a...

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