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Pros And Cons Of Using Concrete In Commercial Stairs

Construction Marketing

Commercial stairs could carry high volumes of foot traffic daily so they need to be strong enough to withstand trampling. Although concrete seems stark and cold, it may be the perfect material for constructing stairs in commercial buildings. This is why many commercial property owners prefer pre-cast concrete. It Is Versatile.

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How a Bulk Fuel-Transportation Solution is Maximizing Efficiency for Soil Designs

Construction Business Owner

This new adaptation allows construction companies to deliver between 460 and 920 gallons of fuel—and another 100 gallons of DEF—to their jobsites without ever having to employ a driver who has a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or a hazardous materials (HAZMAT) endorsement.

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Choosing the right commercial door

Construction Specifier

From schools, healthcare facilities, and hospitality spaces to manufacturing plants, event complexes, and shipping centers, commercial garage doors are essential, high-use components of the built environment. Moreover, today’s manufacturing capabilities can yield design-forward closure solutions that also add aesthetic value to a property.

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Prefab Steel vs. Traditional Construction: Which Is Right For You?

Construction Marketing

Cost-Effectiveness Prefab steel is generally more cost-effective due to its streamlined manufacturing and assembly processes, particularly for standardized designs. Commercial projects, often time-sensitive, benefit from this speed. Design Restrictions While prefab steel buildings are versatile, they can somewhat limit design options.

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How a Bulk Fuel-Transportation Solution Is Maximizing Efficiency for Soil Designs

Construction Business Owner

This new adaptation allows construction companies to deliver between 460 and 920 gallons of fuel—and another 100 gallons of DEF—to their jobsites without ever having to employ a driver who has a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or a hazardous materials (HAZMAT) endorsement.

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Inaugural ‘Commercial Construction Index’ Indicates High Revenue, Employment Expectations for 2017

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Commercial construction is in high demand across the country and contractors are confident in the trajectory of the industry, according to the USG + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index recently launched. WASHINGTON, D.C.

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Commercial Retail Construction: How to Manage Today’s New Major Shopping Center Development

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In commercial general construction, trends come and go…and, sometimes, come right back again. Its design is very impressive, but behind it is the traditional enclosed mall layout that took the country by storm in the 1970s and ’80s. Read more at: Commercial Construction Predictions and Trends for 2013. Chuck Taylor.

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