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Materials Shortages in Construction: Catapulting a Sustainability Revolution?

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Now as our economies move to ease restrictions the industry is faced with managing the impact of material shortages across the supply chain. The sector is addressing a backlog of orders, and revenue expectations along with a surge in construction confidence has meant pressure on material needs are increasing. Build, build, build.

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The Benefits of Sustainable Construction

Building Radar

The construction industry , by its very nature, is one of the largest consumers of materials and produces more waste than any other sector. The need and importance of sustainability in construction has become a debated topic due to growing concerns over climate change and the finite nature of resources.

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5 ways mass timber will reshape the design of life sciences facilities

BD+C

Laboratories Designers Codes and Standards Mass Timber Building Materials Building Technology With mass timber’s growing popularity in the built environment, its intersection with the life sciences market offers an untapped potential for sustainable innovation. Here are five reasons why. Rendering courtesy SGA. Rendering courtesy SGA.

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Electric fleet challenges and considerations

CK Power

Some end customers are prioritizing environmental sustainability when evaluating contractors or products. Neither is a technology that makes grid power feasible for high-stakes battery charging, on- or off-highway. For now, the only feasible alternatives are hybrid charging systems powered by diesel or gaseous gensets.

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Demountable structural steel could up the ante on sustainability

BD+C

Large-scale demountable buildings are a feasible proposition, UY says. Codes Codes and Standards Steel Construction and Products Structural Materials' Recycling steel reduces waste but consumes only marginally less energy than producing steel from scratch, Uy says.

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Are Your Safety Policies Asking for Trouble?

FDR Safety

Such situations could include: Moving materials when more than one worker is involved. Transporting, loading or unloading materials with powered vehicles and another worker(s) is in the proximity of the load. Enforcing machine lockout when lockout is not feasible. Using words like “Always…” in the policy.

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Construction Estimating

Chianelli Estimating

Cost estimates will help outline the project’s scope and feasibility. Developing a well-planned estimate, including soliciting multiple bid proposals for materials and subcontractor work, will help ensure the estimates accuracy. It also aids in gauging bid proposals received from material vendors or subcontractors.