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The Modular Construction Train Is Picking Up Steam

by Eric J. Meier | Dec 6, 2019
Commercial | Manufacturing | Markets

Modular construction helps address challenges of cost and schedule pressures, labor shortages and a need to maintain safety on-site.

Construction Starts to Slip Back in 2020, According to Dodge Data & Analytics

by Dodge Data and Analytics | Dec 3, 2019
Commercial | Economy | Industrial | Infrastructure | Markets

Dodge outlook report predicts economic slowdown to have broad-based impact on total construction growth.

Consider Eco-Friendly Materials to Keep a Competitive Edge

by Jim Arabia | Nov 29, 2019
Commercial | Markets

Whether or not they're an eco-warrior, contractors will have to make serious changes to keep a competitive edge and help with the emissions battle.

Four Ways Sustainable Cities Will Impact Urban Construction

by Emily Folk | Nov 1, 2019
Commercial | Infrastructure | Markets

Sustainable cities require common sense legislation, smart investments from the public and private sectors, and strong revenue streams to support infrastructure.

Prevent Water Damage on Construction Sites and in Operational Facilities

by Yaron Dycian | Oct 27, 2019
Commercial | Markets

More contractors and building owners are seeing the benefits of water monitoring systems. What used to be a best practice for industry thought leaders is becoming standard—or even mandatory—as builders and owners gear up to prevent costly water damage.

How Recycled Materials Can Be Used in Commercial Construction

by Christopher Brown | Oct 19, 2019
Commercial | Markets

Constructing commercial buildings with recycled materials helps to reduce waste and environmental damage, and it’s becoming preferred so that construction companies working with these materials are growing in demand.

Sustainable Roof Restoration Increases the Viability of Solar

by Mike Feazel | Oct 2, 2019
Commercial | Markets

The sustainability of solar energy is increased by the earth-friendly benefits of restoring an existing roof with a plant-based and bio-friendly alternative to additional asphalt.

Review Feasibility Studies to Determine Future Projects

by Mary Scott Nabers | Sep 17, 2019
Business Development | Commercial | Industrial | Infrastructure | Institutional | Markets

All types of large projects require very detailed studies. Contractors interested in specific types of projects should monitor feasibility planning and environmental studies. Here are a few upcoming project opportunities.
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