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Building Trends: An Old Material Becomes New Again

Viewpoint Construction Technology

In addition to changing technology, we may also be on the cusp of a shift in building materials. But the material under consideration might surprise you. At a time when the cost of building materials is on the rise , alternatives like this might be worth some extra attention. Is Wood the Future? What’s so great about wood?

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Innovative Approaches to Industrial Construction Project Management

Construction Marketing

This has obviously led to large-scale improvements in the way structures are designed and building materials are fabricated. Make sure that all machinery is powered off and that all materials are properly stored at the end of each day. But it has also changed the way in which project managers do their jobs.

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How to Win the Olympics of International Retail Construction

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With the 2012 Summer Olympics right around the corner, it got me thinking that with London six hours ahead of Chicago, much of what we’ll be watching will be old news taped from earlier in the day. Because of the influx of international shoppers to the city, you can expect a rise in international retailers in Chicago. So at 7 p.m.

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Trending: The Rise of Prefab and Modular Commercial Construction Techniques

HardHatChat

Not all that long ago, when I was still a young laborer in the field, many items such as millwork, ductwork and mechanical components were still frequently fabricated on the job site. Back then, many “old timers” predicted prefabrication was the future.

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Business Report: Chicago Will Host Digital Manufacturing And Design Innovation Institute

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

President Obama has awarded Chicago a $70 million grant from the Department of Defense to build a $320-million Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute. Mark Kirk, representatives from UI Labs and World Business Chicago, and various industry partners who supported the winning bid were at the White House for the announcement. “We

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Inexpensive Natural Gas Boost Manufacturing Jobs, Economy In U.S. Metro Areas

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

” The report provides employment and sales growth from 2010 to 2012 for nine manufacturing industries including fabricated metals, machinery, and plastics that are energy intensive. increase in employment (2011-2012) in steel, iron, fabricated materials and machinery manufacturing in metro areas. within metro areas.

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9 Best Safety Composite Toe Women’s Work Boots

Work Gearz

They have been constructed out of Kevlar, carbon fiber, plastic, or fiberglass , which are all non-metallic materials. One of their biggest advantages is that they are much lighter compared to steel toe boots due to their non-metallic material. The material is always an important aspect when buying any type of footwear or apparel.

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