Engineering
- January 12, 2022
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction News, Engineering, Fountains, General Construction, Projects
Fountains are an easy way to liven up any property and make it aesthetically pleasing. They have multiple benefits as well as the opportunity to be creative and create a unique look for your fountain. Aesthetic Benefits Fountains can make a property look more appealing but did you know more benefits about the aesthetics…
- December 22, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, General Construction, technology
Bringing on the new year includes all the new construction trends. From new technology advancements to sustainability, here are the new construction trends we can expect to see in 2022: Automation and Robotics Automation and robotics have made their way into the construction industry due to their efficiency and reliability. They help aid in…
- October 27, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, technology
Green construction is the way of creating a healthy environment based on certain principles including conserve, reuse, recycle, protect nature and create non toxic/healthy products. The goal is to reduce the construction industry’s impact on the environment. Green construction is on the rise and can be done with using sustainable materials and using certain methods. …
- October 13, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, General Construction, Safety, technology
With today’s technology, artificial intelligence is everywhere, even in construction. This new technology can easily mimic human intelligence and reduce labor. It can also monitor workers safety making a big impact in the construction industry. Mimic Machinery Artificial intelligence uses pattern recognition and different algorithms to mimic certain machinery. It collects all the data…
- September 17, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Bridges, Commercial Building, Construction, COVID-19, Engineering, General Construction, Projects, Safety, technology
In the past few years, the supply and demand of construction materials has significantly increased. With the pandemic, most suppliers have changed their ways of providing products as well as the way products are received. Due to the pandemic and other circumstances, many factories and businesses closed up or even shut down. This caused…
- September 2, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Commercial Building, Communication, Construction, COVID-19, Engineering, General Construction, Pro-Formas, Projects, Uncategorized
A successful construction project always requires a solid foundation (both literally and figuratively). One important aspect of the beginning stages of a project is the pro-forma process management must complete, consisting of budgets and timelines that are forecasted in order to ensure the project will be profitable within the client’s model. However, the course of…
- August 26, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Commercial Building, Construction, Engineering, General Construction, Projects, Safety, Severe Weather, technology, Uncategorized
Many construction companies are battling the summer heat, but the difference now compared to previous years is the unusually high temperatures in areas that have been previously cooler than reported this year. The Pacific Northwest experienced temperatures skyrocket and break multiple records. The thermometer soared to 115 degrees Fahrenheit in Portland and 108 degrees Fahrenheit…
- July 8, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Commercial Building, Construction, Construction News, COVID-19, Engineering, General Construction, House Renovation, Politics, Projects, Upgrades
Due to the coronavirus, sawmills had to shut down lumber production which led to a housing plunge. As the market continues to recover, there is still not enough lumber to supply the active housing market. Due to the shortage, the timeline for the construction of homes is delayed as well as making deadlines for renovation…
- June 10, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Civil Engineering, Communication, Construction, Engineering, Projects, Safety, technology
Construction is a unique industry. There are many factors that can change the course of a project, its budget, and its completion. And if you’re unsure of the amount of labor needed, or have to change the number due to unexpected problems, you’re not going to have the flexibility needed to adjust in an instant. …
- May 13, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Civil Engineering, Commercial Building, Construction, Engineering, General Construction, Projects, Uncategorized
Managing deadlines, supplies, and worker costs is the best way to execute a successful project. Controlling all aspects efficiently and effectively is the key to success while implementing realistic expectations, factors, and costs. For example the past year, maybe longer, has experienced a labor shortage in the construction industry with more opportunities and fields of…