Houston
- September 12, 2024
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, General Construction, Safety, technology
Safety standards in civil engineering are highly important because structures that civil engineers build are oftentimes used by thousands of people daily. Creating a set of regulations and procedures to follow on a construction site is essential to ensuring not only that workers stay safe, but that the project is structurally sound as well. Read…
- August 8, 2024
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, General Construction, technology
Artificial intelligence (AI) has seen a rise in popularity in 2024 in many major industries and civil engineering is no exception. While AI is not yet fully developed and understood, AI in civil engineering can be used in a few different aspects of the industry. Design While artificial intelligence isn’t perfect and it’s always…
- July 11, 2024
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, General Construction, Projects, Retention Ponds, Waterways & Dams
In a hurricane-prone city like Houston, building structures that can withstand strong storms is important. Using strong and long-lasting materials is essential in ensuring buildings are standing for years to come Hurricane-Proof Windows Impact windows are an important element in building hurricane-proof buildings. Glass can be easily shattered by falling tree limbs, so…
- June 7, 2024
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, General Construction, Projects, Retention Ponds, Waterways & Dams
As hurricane season approaches in a flood-prone city like Houston, proper drainage for rain and water in general is vital. Additionally, waterways and spillways help to promote a healthy environment. Structures that are built to hold and retain water ensure that streets aren’t flooded and that cities can function properly. There are many different types…
- May 3, 2024
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, General Construction, Projects
The construction industry is one of the nation’s largest industries, as the market size was valued at around $1.8 trillion in 2022. The industry continues to grow and evolve as new technologies emerge. Some of the major construction trends include increased AI usage and sustainable construction. Responsible Use of AI While AI is still in…
- 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,…
- February 23, 2022
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, General Construction, Parks, Pedestrian, Playgrounds, Projects
Parks are ideal for any growing community. They offer economic developments, community bonding, tourism and public health benefits. With the ideas of park developments, it is good to trust a construction company that can effectively build a park with all of these in mind. Here are why park construction is crucial: Economic Developments If you…
- 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…
- November 26, 2020
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Construction, Engineering, Fountains, General Construction, Pedestrian, Projects, Upgrades
Houston, TX is known as one of the United State’s major, bustling cities and is a hub for businesses and opportunities. Housing so many districts within downtown, there is never a dull moment and there is a chance to experience everything your heart desires. The overall expansion of the area has resulted in many attractions…
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