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Current and Emergent Technologies Give Contractors a Competitive Edge Contractors are increasingly adopting new technologies to give themselves an edge over the competition. According to a recent study from USG Corp. and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce,  74% of contractors  expect to adopt advanced technology within the next three years. The majority of them are doing so to increase labor productivity. What kinds of technologies are these contractors adopting? Here are some of the most common current and emerging trends, whether construction firms are looking to embrace tried-and-true efficiency boosters or explore the cutting edge of construction technology. Current Technologies Some of the most common current technologies include: Building Information Modeling Using the  building information modeling (BIM)  process can help contractors on larger construction projects more efficiently plan their projects and keep them organized. The BIM process uses 3D mo...

Can Construction Firms Meet the Demands of New Law Enforcement Projects? Upcoming public sector opportunities can be found in almost every area of the public sector marketplace. But, at the moment, the sheer number of upcoming opportunities related to law enforcement facilities is enough to make one ponder. Has every incarceration facility become obsolete all at once? Have local and state officials all decided to upgrade jails, prisons, and justice centers at the same time for some reason? Are there enough experienced construction firms ready to meet the demand? Although most would think of law enforcement projects as being small, that’s not necessarily the case. Not only are hundreds of individual projects extremely large, but many upcoming projects also are being designed to consolidate law enforcement, fire, and emergency personnel. Those projects will definitely be large, and many are significant enough to catch the interest of private sector investors. Officials in New Yor...

5 Best Practices for Communicating During Construction Emergencies When it comes to high-risk work like construction and manufacturing, crises are bound to arise. Employees can find themselves in hazardous situations with no easy means of communicating their peril to other workers. In warehouses or large jobsites, this can be especially dangerous as some workers might find themselves facing an emergency situation without a nearby point-of-contact. That’s why it’s essential construction managers implement an effective safety communication protocol. Ensuring a streamlined communication protocol is in place during emergencies can make sure all employees stay informed and prepared for when disaster strikes – be it an injury, natural disaster, or other unexpected event. Equip Employees With Radios Most construction managers equip their employees with some sort of portable mobile device. Often, this device is a cellphone. While cellphones are effective for standard communication, ...

Award of Merit, Power/Industrial: Johan Sverdrup Living Quarters Topside EPC Johan Sverdrup Living Quarters Topside EPC  Leirvik, Norway Award of Merit Owner  Equinor Design Firm, Structural And MEP Engineer  KBR Inc. Contractor And Civil Engineer  Kvaerner AS EPC Living Quarters AM Module  Leirvik In February, K2JV, a joint venture between KBR and Kvaerner, completed construction on the Johan Sverdrup utilities and living quarters topsides (ULQ) project for Equinor, formerly known as Statoil. This project forms one of four platforms in the Norwegian North Sea, part of the first phase of the Johan Sverdrup oil field development. This project is the largest permanent living quarters in the North Sea, spanning over 10 levels, with 560 beds in 450 cabins; nine free-fall lifeboats; space for three helicopters; and recreational facilities, workshops and offices. Given the project’s 50-year design life, the team paid close attention to the materials and...

This Small Apartment Has An Elevated Glass Enclosed Bedroom Upon entering the apartment, there’s a long yellow sideboard that greets visitors. The top of the sideboard can be lifted to reveal the kitchen counter, that has a sink and a cook top, with the lid also acting as a backsplash.

Grass Allergy? Here Are 3 Ways You Can Have an Allergy-Free Lawn The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) says more than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies. And grass and weed pollen are among the most common allergy triggers. You don’t have to let a lawn or grass allergy keep you from enjoying your yard this summer, though. We have three ways you can reduce or 

The Pros and Cons of Purchasing a New Build We all love “shiny and new” — and newly-built single-family homes are downright irresistible.  And when the existing home inventory is limited, and consumers have confidence in the market, a significant number of homeowners will consider a newly-built residence. However, it’s not a slam-dunk decision. There are benefits and disadvantages to purchasing a new build. These are some of the factors to consider. A new build isn’t someone’s leftover home The only thing better than new car smell is new house smell. The first home I ever purchased was a new build and, as a germaphobe, I loved the idea that no one else had ever hung clothes in my closets, cooked in my kitchen, parked in my garage or sat in my garden tub. Admittedly, I have no idea what the contractors and workers did before I moved in. As a true germophobe, I still scrubbed every A new build is up to code and up-to-date “People like to say that we ‘don’t b...

A GUIDE TO GROUND PENETRATING RADAR SERVICES Undergrounding utilities, either with a concrete slab indoors or outdoors before getting down to work, is a must, especially when it comes to mapping and surveying the site of your project. To identify subsurface utilities including buried fiber optics, asphalt, concrete, terracotta, composite pipes, gas lines and plastic water pipes, GPR which is designed using the latest GPR (Ground Penetrating Radar) technology, is the only non intrusive method you can use. To display, on a screen, a live image showing the position and depth of the object or pipe in question, GPR uses the same working principle used by sonar devices fitted on boats, a receiver is used to detect and record a “backscattered” signal. GPR is a remarkable piece of technology designed for construction purposes when paired with vacuum excavation 1. Stay Within The Schedule of the Project Contractors, architects and engineers spend massive amounts of time plannin...

HOW TO PREVENT BASEMENT FLOODING A flooded basement can be a very expensive problem to rectify. Not only is there the cost of hiring the machinery needed to pump the room dry, but there is also the potential damage to possessions and the foundations of the property too. Even if this is covered by home insurance, flooding is one of the most significant factors taken into account when placing a figure on annual premiums – so it really does make sense for those with basements in flood prone areas to do what they can to prevent flooding occurring in the first place. The good news is that there are a number of standard ‘golden’ rules when it comes to preventing a basement from becoming prone to flooding, ranging from the very basic to the rather more technical. There are a number of stages to this, which we shall now outline below. WHY DO BASEMENTS FLOOD? It must be remembered that water is drawn to the earth by gravity and that it will always take the path of least resistan...

THE BENEFITS OF HAVING YOUR CHIMNEY SWEPT There is nothing like being able to settle down in front of the fire after a long day. Most people love to relax next to a wood-burning fire. Of course, when you have a fireplace or woodstove, you need to think about regular maintenance. The most importance upkeep that you can invest in is  chimney cleaning Washington DC . If you keep your chimney clean, there are a few key advantages. NO CHIMNEY FIRES Chimney fires are nothing to dismiss and  dirty chimneys are a direct cause . These fires can burn through the chimney and light anything flammable. They can quickly spread to a house fire. The most common cause of a chimney fire is that the chimney is dirty or clogged. Creosote, a black tar-like substance glazes your chimney over time. This is due to wood burning, but it is highly combustible. NO SICKNESS When you have a clogged chimney, you may find yourself in trouble. Carbon monoxide builds up and the gas releases into...

MAKING A HOMEOWNERS DREAMS OF A DECK A REALITY Homeowners often don’t utilize their outdoor space as well as they could. This is usually due to the lack of a deck area. Decks are ideal for entertaining or simply relaxing on a beautiful summer afternoon. Sadly, many homeowners don’t believe they can add a deck, but many obstacles are easy to overcome. UNEVEN GROUND A yard that is sloped or uneven is no longer a problem when it comes to adding a deck to a house. A first-floor deck can be kept level by using a  pedestal deck system . This unique system uses adjustable height legs so that the floor of the deck remains flat while the ground underneath is uneven. Another solution would be to add a deck to a second story. It would be much like a balcony that that homeowner could use for relaxing. TOO MUCH SUN Homeowners may choose not to have a deck due to the amount of sun their backyard gets each day. A quick solution to this problem is to install a retractable awning. Th...

BENEFITS OF PROPERLY SELECTED PIPE Piping systems are the veins of manufacturing and chemical processing facilities. Corrosion, leakage, and improper ratings can cause major issues in both productivity and safety. Selecting and properly installing the correct pipe for your installation can save you significant resources in the long run. Considering these three factors can help minimize the risks of improper pipe. CORROSION Corrosion, particularly in chemical installations, is a major issue. Protecting your pipelines from corrosive substances is essential to increase the longevity of your system. There are a number of pre-emptive solutions to corrosion,  rubber lined pipe  being one of the most common. An alternative to rubber lined is clad pipe, though clad pipe comes with its own set of  pros and cons . You should also consider the material of your system, balancing your need for longevity and exposure with the cost. LEAKAGE One of the best ways to prevent l...

5 TIPS FOR EXTERIOR HOME MAINTENANCE Maybe you’re a first-time homeowner. Maybe you’ve been living in your house for awhile, but you could use some tips for increasing your curb appeal. Whatever your reasons for wanting to tackle exterior home maintenance, here are just a few ideas for getting started. 1. Take Care of Your Lawn Do you envy those lush green lawns that you always see in property brochures? You can achieve the same thing with your own yard; you just have to be willing to put in the work. For example, you have to regularly cut, water and fertilize your grass to keep it healthy, and you have to make a point of trimming your bushes and hedges. A gorgeous yard takes effort! 2. Clean Your Gutters Nasty gutters are more than just an eyesore. They can also clog your home’s exterior waterways and cause overflows or structural damage. In extreme cases, they can even cause injuries to homeowners; when “ice dams” are created by clogged gutters in the wintertime, it’s...