Engineering
- April 27, 2022
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Communication, Construction News, Engineering, Projects, technology
Every construction project manager should have a well thought out, effective plan for every project. This can either be strategic or tactical. Both plans will specify every task as well as reduce the time to complete tasks and keep employees on track. Here is how to become a better construction project planner: Strategic Strategic planning…
- March 23, 2022
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, General Construction, Safety
Every construction company should invest in builders risk insurance, or construction insurance. This protects buildings under construction as well as other unfortunate events. Although this insurance can help save your projects, it can become tricky or misunderstood, which is why it is important to thoroughly go through this insurance and make it a part of…
- 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…