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What to Consider When Planning a Sports Complex
  • 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…

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Importance of Proper Planning When Building Roads
  • 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…

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Retention Ponds
  • 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…

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How to Guide: Parks
  • 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…

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Largest Construction Projects in US History
  • Posted by: jerdonlp
  • Category: advancement, Bridges, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, Projects, technology
Large Construction Projects

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….

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How to Implement a Safety Management Program
  • 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…

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Concrete in Construction: Structural & Reinforced
  • 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…

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4 Things Happening in Construction Right Now
  • 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,…

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How to Manage Suppliers During Disruption
  • Posted by: jerdonlp
  • Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, COVID-19, Engineering, General Construction

  Due to the pandemic, many construction companies are experiencing supply and demand disruptions, making it difficult to establish a relationship or routine with your suppliers. Here are some tips to better manage your supplier relationships during this disruption:  Long Term Agreements Whenever you create a long term agreement with suppliers, you are also creating…

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How to Be an Effective Construction Supervisor
  • Posted by: jerdonlp
  • Category: Civil Engineering, Communication, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, General Construction

Every construction company contains a construction supervisor, but what makes an effective supervisor? A supervisor must contain certain characteristics and qualities that help aid in construction projects. Here are 10 ways to be an effective construction supervisor:  1. Trust Any relationship, whether it is work related or not, is nothing without trust. Having trust within…

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