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The Role of Pedestrian Wind Comfort Studies in Building Design

by Arnaud Girin | Feb 3, 2020
Commercial | Markets | Project Delivery

Wind comfort studies are important in any building to ensure the comfort, safety and overall well being of urban inhabitants as well as passersby. Engineering simulation adds value by helping minimize undesirable effects that the project could generate.

Closing the Sustainability Gap in Construction

Globally, the construction industry fails in its efforts to improve sustainability when it comes to environment, labor and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement practices.

Win Big With Gaming Construction Projects

by Peter Tuffo | Jan 26, 2020
Business Development | Commercial | Markets | Project Management

Casino projects require the right balance between speed to market and the guest experience. Preconstruction efforts, proper planning and the infusion of practical technologies to aid in the process are key. With the right focus and expertise, a builder can deliver on these lofty expectations.

Know Before You Dig: Expansions After Ground Improvement

by Charles Allgood | Jan 20, 2020
Commercial | Markets

Identifying the original building support is always essential when designing and constructing an addition. If ground improvement was used, then take time to identify the technology, consider the risks and employ methods to avoid or manage them.

Blackouts Require a New Look at Backup Power

by John McBride | Jan 10, 2020
Commercial | Markets | Risk Management

The likelihood of more-frequent blackouts means backup power must evolve from ensuring the safe exit of office workers to enabling core business functions to continue uninterrupted. That’s a major shift in preparedness that construction executives should consider in future planning.

Consider Human-Induced Vibration During Preconstruction

Modern designs that favor thinner slabs and wider column spacing are susceptible to all forms of vibration, human induced or otherwise. Using sophisticated structural design and analysis software is an effective way for engineers to test for and mitigate footfall and other vibrations at the design stage.

Contractors Deploy Temporary Solutions to Help Cold Storage Customers Add Capacity and Reduce Risks

Becoming a well-informed general contractor with the foresight to engage a temporary solutions partner long before the need is urgent sets the stage for seizing sales opportunities and solidifying the cold storage client relationship for the long-term.

Zero-Energy Commercial Buildings Increase as Contractors Focus on Sustainability

by Jeffrey S. Wertman | Dec 7, 2019
Commercial | Economy | Markets

In addition to improving the environment, net-zero energy construction offers economic and financial benefits, including cost savings on energy, higher property values for building owners and potentially increased occupancy rates.

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The Role of Pedestrian Wind Comfort Studies in Building Design

Closing the Sustainability Gap in Construction

Win Big With Gaming Construction Projects

Know Before You Dig: Expansions After Ground Improvement

Blackouts Require a New Look at Backup Power

Consider Human-Induced Vibration During Preconstruction

Contractors Deploy Temporary Solutions to Help Cold Storage Customers Add Capacity and Reduce Risks

Zero-Energy Commercial Buildings Increase as Contractors Focus on Sustainability

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