News
All information about construction
The Benefits of Dams
- August 16, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Engineering, Uncategorized, Waterways & Dams
No Comments
Dams play an important role in infrastructure. According to FEMA, “Dams provide a range of economic, environmental, and social benefits…” Building a dam supports recreation, flood control, water supply, waste management, wildlife habitat and hydroelectric power. Recreation When a dam is built, we are able to control the flow of water. Releasing little water allows...
5 Reasons Parks are Important to the Community
- August 1, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Parks
In urban areas, parks have many benefits. A park or urban green space is known to boost physiological health, strengthen communities, contribute to a better environment and make a neighborhood look more attractive. Storm Water Collection Concrete restricts the absorption of rainwater. By implementing green spaces into city plans, cities have a more efficient and...
What is Sustainable Construction?
- July 19, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Green Building, Parks, Uncategorized
Earth has dwindling resources but a growing population. Population growth encourages new construction. Because of this, the construction industry must implement changes to become more sustainable. Sustainable construction involves a holistic way of managing a project, often considering the community and the environment during the construction process. Better Use of Materials Construction companies can encourage...
How Virtual Reality is Shaping the Construction Industry
- July 3, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Engineering
New technology continues to change the construction industry. One of the industry’s newest trends, virtual reality, places a user inside a virtual environment. With virtual reality, the construction industry solves old problems and makes it easier to communicate plans. Collaboration Virtual reality allows individuals in the construction industry to share information easily. The software allows...
Construction Safety Tips for Summer
- June 21, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: General Construction, Safety, Uncategorized
The summer heat adds additional stress to workers in the construction industry. The work environment can become dangerous without taking precautions to avoid heat stroke or exhaustion. By following these construction safety tips, you can prevent injuries on the job site. Drink Water Drinking water is the easiest way to combat heat illness. Be sure...
Civil Engineering
- June 7, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Engineering, Uncategorized
Modern society continues to be built and improved by civil engineering. Infrastructure, buildings and urban planning projects are all managed by civil engineers. Jerdon’s team includes qualified civil engineers who ensure a project is completed correctly, quickly and safely. Civil engineering requires a broad skill set. Our employees are experts in project management. They help...
5 Factors to Consider Before Building a Pedestrian Bridge
- May 23, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Bridges, Construction, General Construction, Uncategorized
Pedestrian bridges allow individuals to cross a space, water or geographic feature with ease. While constructing a pedestrian bridge, there are several important factors to take into consideration. Width The width of a pedestrian bridge is dependent on the type of traveller and amount of traffic the bridge will receive. On high-travelled trails a wider...
We’ve Seen it All! 5 Ways Construction Has Changed in the Last 20 Years
- May 8, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Communication, Construction, General Construction, Uncategorized
The construction industry has seen a change in the way it operates in the past two decades. In an era where technology can be easily accessed on job sites, companies are more efficient and less mistakes are made. While most of the traditional methods of construction remain, modern job sites have embraced change to compete...
Staying Safe When Working with Underground Utilities
- April 25, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction
GENERAL CONTRACTING Interior and spatial designers plan and organise the design of commercial and domestic interiors. Projects may take place in a range of settings, including: office spaces and industrial premises; retail locations, such as shops, cafés, forecourts; leisure spaces, such as hotels, cinema foyers, holiday complexes; residential developments; domestic properties; ships and aircraft; public...
Importance of Fountains in Landscape Architecture
- April 11, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Fountains
GENERAL CONTRACTING Interior and spatial designers plan and organise the design of commercial and domestic interiors. Projects may take place in a range of settings, including: office spaces and industrial premises; retail locations, such as shops, cafés, forecourts; leisure spaces, such as hotels, cinema foyers, holiday complexes; residential developments; domestic properties; ships and aircraft; public...