CLT is an engineered wood building system made from several layers of boards, stacked perpendicular to the other, and hydraulically compressed and bonded together with a special adhesive.
The Value of Surety in Assisting Contractors That Manage Aging Infrastructure Projects
Winning a P3 infrastructure bid requires awareness of the financial and political environment from contract to completion. Risk allocation among multiple stakeholders remain key challenges on P3 projects. Contractors actively pursuing such opportunities should seek the assistance and insights of a professional surety team.
Metal Buildings: Green Made Easy
Metal buildings are an easy, cost-effective choice when going green, thanks to their efficient use of materials and labor and the steel’s high quantity of recycled content.
The Narrowing of Additional Insured Coverage and Its Impact on P3 Projects
A narrowing of risk transfer that can be achieved through standard form additional insured endorsements and recent court court decisions limiting the reach of additional insured coverage have had an impact on P3 projects where the projects are expensive, the risks are significant and the parties have great need for risk transfer.
Open Data Makes Sustainable Structures More Achievable
The demand for sustainability and efficiency associated with new construction and renovation projects is higher than ever, as monthly energy costs constitute an ever-increasing percentage of total building life cycle expenses due to rising utility rates.
BREEAM Breaks Into the U.S. Market
The Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) has been an integral part of the worldwide green building industry for many years, yet it only broke into the U.S. marketplace last October.
Construction Site Security: Protect Employees, the Public, Property, Assets and the Bottom Line
A construction site is full of hazards to employees and the general public. An unsecured site is an invitation to theft of material and equipment. Contractors with a site security program in place will see a dramatic reduction in vandalism, theft of materials and property, damage to property and potential liability exposure due to injuries to trespassers.
Top Sustainable Flooring Options for Health Care Construction
The LEED for Healthcare Green Building Rating System focuses on seven topics, four of which can be directly attributed to flooring in a medical facility.









