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Greening the Future: Designing Plants into Modular Buildings
Photo courtesy of Stefano Boeri Architetti We know that modular construction is a greener solution for building or expanding. Some architects are building on the benefits of modular with a more...
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The Next Generation of Architects Find Innovation in Modular
Some of the most innovative young minds in architecture are finding inspiration in modular construction. That’s one lesson learned from U.S. and China Solar Decathalons, where the winners used the...
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Modular Classrooms Welcome Students Back to School
A new school year’s underway, and here’s what we know about the state of education: The generation now heading back to class is the largest since the Baby Boomers. School populations are projected to...
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The Latest Tech Innovations in Construction
Construction is going high tech. The latest innovations focus on greener materials, worker safety, and heavy equipment automation. As you prepare for your next project, here are some new products that...
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Las Vegas Mobile Offices Show Off Artistic Edge
We’ve seen our modular buildings used in some pretty innovative ways. But one of our latest mobile offices to hit the street in Downtown Las Vegas is showing far more character, and color, than usual....
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Worker Injuries on the Rise as Construction Rebounds
The recent uptick in construction has resulted in a concurrent rise in recordable injuries on job sites. In 2012 construction site fatalities jumped to 750, or 5% over the previous year. As the...
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State of the Industry: 2013 U.S. Construction Performance Scorecard
With the building season winding down, it’s a good time to look back at how construction in 2013 stacked up against industry predictions and look ahead to 2014. U.S. Construction Growth In October...
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5 Tips for Making Construction Projects More Efficient
They say time is money. That’s especially true for construction projects. Time lost on the job translates to additional expenses that eat into your bottom line. Here are a few tips to making your next...
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Construction Material Costs on the Rise at Home and Abroad
Prices for construction materials have jumped in the United States, and around the globe. Two questions are apparent: why, and what does it mean for the future of construction? Gypsum Leads Price Hike...
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5 Reasons to Choose Certified Remanufactured Modular Buildings
In today’s cost- and environmentally-conscious world, there are few options for adding space quickly and affordably, without creating significant waste. For companies on tight timelines and budgets,...
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4 New Trends in Commercial Construction Management for 2014
With 2014 right around the corner, there is no better time to look at some of the new trends in commercial construction. Not surprisingly, technology, particularly cloud-based tech, is poised to figure...
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The Pros and Cons of Energy Usage Disclosure
As global green initiatives continue to increase and energy efficiency remains a priority, the question of energy usage disclosure has become a highly contested issue. As its name suggests, energy...
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Essential Design Factors of Net Zero Energy Buildings
Net zero energy buildings are structures, either site-built or modular, that produce as much energy as they consume, resulting in zero additional energy required from outside sources. While defining...
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There’s a Construction App for That
Apple’s iPhone 5s was recently named the best smart phone for construction industry professionals by Equipment World.com. It’s not the biggest, the most rugged, or the cheapest. Despite its faults, the...
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Why Smart Cities Are the Cure for America’s Aging Power Grid
Smart cities are all the rage with urban planners. But does this mean that the smart city design is right for every city? And what about the United States — will it fall behind and never catch up? Here...
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Creative Containers: Architects Transform Portable Storage Units into...
Portable storage containers are commonly used by construction firms and retail stores to keep materials, equipment and inventory safe from the elements and theft. But around the world, architects,...
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Survey Confirms Modular Construction to Expand in 2014
A recent FMI survey revealed some compelling trends in prefabricated and modular construction in the near future. The survey targeted a blend of mechanical, electrical, and general construction...
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2014 Healthcare Construction: 5 Questions with MedBuild Director Brian Albers
Obamacare, an aging population and the economy are just a few of the factors impacting new construction projects in the healthcare industry. Brian Albers is the Director of Business Development for...
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LEED vs. Green Globes: The Battle for Sustainable Building Supremacy
There’s a new kid on the green construction standard block. The Green Globes rating system is being touted as a less-expensive method of rating the sustainability of construction projects. Until...
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New Year’s Resolutions for Construction Professionals in 2014
Every New Year brings the opportunity to clear the slate and start adopting better, more productive habits. While eating healthier and exercising may top the list of personal resolutions, construction...
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