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7 Ways Smart Boilers Are Changing Commercial Construction
As sustainability and efficiency become driving forces in commercial construction, integrating smart technologies is essential for reshaping how buildings operate. One transformative development is the rise of smart boiler systems. These intelligent systems go far beyond basic heating, as they collect data, self-optimize, and interact seamlessly with other building automation systems to ensure energy efficiency,…
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Buildots secures funding for AI platform
Buildots has raised a further $45m (£33.4m) to expand its AI-powered construction management platform. The project brings together advanced AI and computer vision technology and this latest round of funding brings the total to $166m. The funding round was led by Qumra Capital with OG Venture Partners, TLV Partners, Poalim Equity, Future Energy Ventures, and…
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Texas plans $20B to mitigate looming water crisis
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Both chambers of the Texas legislature passed bills last week to advance a total of $20 billion for the fight against a looming water crisis, the Texas Tribune reported. The Senate approved House Joint Resolution…
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IDSystems slide and turn doors: A modern alternative to traditional designs
Seamless connections between the home and garden are key decisions for self-builders and renovators. Bifold or sliding doors have been the default options, but a new choice in the form of slide and turn doors has emerged with the award-winning vistaline system by IDSystems. Full height glazing is crucial for that connection, but both bifold…
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Winning the Talent War: How Construction Firms Can Attract the Next Generation of Workers
The construction industry is at a tipping point. With seasoned workers aging out and too few young professionals stepping in, the labor shortage has gone from a looming issue to a full-blown crisis. According to the National Center for Construction Education and Research, 41% of the current construction workforce is expected to retire by 2031.…
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IRA tax credits spur construction, manufacturing in red and blue states
Emmanuel Martin-Lauzer is director of business development and public affairs at Nexans. The jury is still out on whether the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has helped contain or reduce inflation. Nevertheless, certain provisions have delivered tangible benefits that deserve closer examination before any potential repeal. While some provisions may not have broad appeal, one success…
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AdventHealth taps Brasfield & Gorrie for $660M medical tower
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Award: Hospital towerValue: $660 millionLocation: Orlando, FloridaClient: AdventHealth Orlando AdventHealth Orlando has tapped Birmingham, Alabama-based contractor Brasfield & Gorrie to build a 14-story medical tower as the centerpiece of a $1 billion investment from the health system,…
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Delta Consulting’s canal dreams – Construction Management
From settling Panama Canal bridge delay disputes to exploiting digital tech for resolutions, North American firm Delta Consulting Group has earned a reputation as a global expert. By Nicky Roger. Delta evaluated the delay analyses and prepared a rebuttal based on the project schedules, contract, contract modifications and project records. It performed an independent delay…
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What Contractors Need to Know About Prompt Payment Statutes in Construction
Prompt payment statutes are laws enacted at the federal and state levels that set specific deadlines for payment and limit the amount of retention that can be withheld on construction projects. These statutes can apply to both public and private construction work, depending on the jurisdiction, and are designed to ensure that contractors, subcontractors and…
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Two weeks left to join the best of digital construction
The Digital Construction Awards, celebrating best practice and innovation in the application of BIM, information management and digital technology in the built and managed environments, are on 1 July at the Brewery in London. The shortlisted entrants from 16 categories will gather on the night to celebrate and find out the winners. View the original…