Construction
- May 4, 2023
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, demolition, Projects, Recycling, Uncategorized
New builds and construction can be exciting to add to the community. New homes, libraries, offices, and parks all require a plethora of materials that can be quite costly. While new construction can be a great addition to any area, it can also eventually contribute to the substantial amount of waste that will never be…
- April 6, 2023
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Bridges, Commercial Building, Construction, General Construction, Playgrounds, Safety
To build successful and long-lasting infrastructures, steel is used for a number of reasons. Commonly used alongside concrete, steel is known for being very versatile, flexible, and financially efficient. Steel is widely used to build high-rise buildings, industrial warehouses, residential buildings, bridges and more. Though steel has gained popularity and its sustainable reputation in the…
- March 1, 2023
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, General Construction, Sports Complex
A sporting complex can add entertainment and benefits to local communities. A sports complex can be rented out or used to host tournaments that bring people from out of town. They can also be used by local organizations and schools. When planning, there are many factors that will need to be considered before designing and…
- January 12, 2023
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, Roads & Streets
Proper planning is the core of any construction project and, when building roads, it is one of the most important aspects. In fact, it is the first step and is the foundation for any successful construction project. Building or expanding roads can come with risk but that can be mitigated by planning out the construction…
- December 8, 2022
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Construction News, Retention Ponds
Retention ponds are built in urban areas where concrete or asphalt does not allow runoff to drain properly and are at risk of flooding. These structures protect homes and businesses from flooding as well as lower the impact of erosion to infrastructure. What is a Retention Pond? Retention ponds are man-made pools of water…
- November 24, 2022
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Bridges, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, Projects, technology
Have you ever wondered what the process of building a park looks like? Here at Jerdon we do all the heavy lifting, however we think it is important for our clients to both be in the loop and included during the process. Find Your Construction Area How Parks Are Built Depending on the scale…
- October 27, 2022
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Bridges, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, Projects, technology
Construction has been around for centuries – there are thousands of projects with precious history; some of which are large in size and others which took years to build. Take a look at some of the largest construction projects in the US. O’Hare Modernization Project O’Hare Airport is located in the state of Illinois….
- September 12, 2022
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Safety, technology
With there being so many risks associated with the construction industry, many employers are finding it beneficial to have a safety management program. This will not only prepare workers for certain risks, but it will also ensure the safety of the workers. Here is how to implement a safety management program: Software A safety…
- August 17, 2022
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Construction News
Concrete is one of the most used materials in construction projects. It is popular for its durability and type of concrete. Usually, made from gravel, sand and water, concrete is broken into two categories: structural and reinforced. Structural Concrete Structurally, concrete is strong in compression. This means that concrete structures can withstand large amounts of…
- July 27, 2022
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, General Construction, technology
The construction business is ever changing, for better or worse. Currently, more construction companies are seeing changes with funding, equipment, interest and amount of work. Here are five things happening in construction right now: Funding Today, many people are using construction for more safety reasons. More construction companies are needed to build rails, water systems,…