Sidewalks
- March 8, 2024
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, General Construction, Projects, Safety, Sidewalks, technology, Uncategorized
The modular construction industry has risen rapidly in recent years, but what makes it different from typical construction projects? Prefabrication, which is part of modular construction, means that at least 60-90% of a project is built or manufactured off-site and then easily slotted into a building. While modular construction may be growing slower than the…
- February 23, 2024
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, Parks, Pedestrian, Projects, Roads & Streets, Safety, Sidewalks, technology, Uncategorized
Drones are becoming an increasingly popular tool used on construction sites. The industry has seen a 239% growth in usage, but what makes them so popular? There are many benefits to using drones on sites, including safety and efficiency. Drones can perform jobs that have a high injury rate with ease. They can navigate through…
- January 26, 2024
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, Green Building, Parks, Pedestrian, Projects, Recycling, Roads & Streets, Safety, Sidewalks, Uncategorized
The construction industry accounts for a significant portion of overall CO2 emissions. It is important to practice sustainability in the industry as a whole; from designing with sustainable materials to disposing of waste properly. Using materials that help to minimize energy consumption and reduce waste is a major aspect of sustainable construction. Many raw materials…
- December 21, 2023
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, Parks, Pedestrian, Projects, Roads & Streets, Safety, Sidewalks, Uncategorized
At its core, 3D printing in construction involves layer-by-layer additive manufacturing in which structures are created by depositing material in a controlled manner. 3D printing allows for the seamless creation of entire structures from the ground up which can transform the construction industry in multiple ways. It has emerged as a revolutionary force, offering unprecedented…
- November 30, 2023
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, Parks, Pedestrian, Projects, Roads & Streets, Safety, Sidewalks, Uncategorized
Why is Safety Important in Construction? Safety is the number one priority when it comes to any construction project. The construction industry’s success isn’t solely measured by project completion but also by ensuring the well-being of the workers involved. While there are laws and regulations put into place that emphasize security measures, there is also…
- October 5, 2023
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, Parks, Pedestrian, Projects, Roads & Streets, Safety, Sidewalks, Uncategorized
Whether you live in a large city, small suburb, or tiny town, having access to sidewalks can make a huge difference in your everyday life. Sidewalks add more than an aesthetically pleasing look to an area, but also provide people with safer and cheaper modes of mobility. Walking is one of the many pleasures of…
- January 26, 2022
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, General Construction, Projects, Sidewalks
Like many other building materials, they can be personalized and change their aesthetics. For concrete, there are many options including stains, dyes and pigments. Here are the in depth details of which option is best for you and your project: Stains Most stains establish a different texture, tint and color. But did you know…
- March 11, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Commercial Building, Communication, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, General Construction, Projects, Roads & Streets, Sidewalks, Uncategorized
During the month of February, a historic winter storm passed through Texas resulting in thousands going without power, water, and plumbing. This occurred due to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) declaring a statewide power generation shortfall and enacted rolling blackouts, even though customers complained there was no power for over 30 hours. construction…
- February 25, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Bridges, Commercial Building, Construction, Engineering, General Construction, Green Building, Parks, Pedestrian, Politics, Projects, Roads & Streets, Safety, Sidewalks, Uncategorized
As a new administration adjusts to their positions within our government, many are asking what their plans are. Particularly, the construction industry is questioning Biden’s infrastructure plan. The “Build Back Better” plan invests $2 trillion over a span of 4 years to complete tasks such as repair roads, bridges, and ports, creating affordable housing, improving…
- October 15, 2020
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: advancement, Construction, Engineering, Green Spaces, Parks, Projects, Roads & Streets, Sidewalks, Upgrades
Public parks are enjoyable not only for families but for the entire community. Hemisfair Park is one example of bringing community events to a fun, open space. Hemisfair Park first became nationally recognized in 1968 when it hosted that year’s World Fair. Now, it is a community with residences, local businesses and public parks…
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