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XPS + building science = Three high-performing roofs

Construction Specifier

Fusing function and form, commercial building roofs in the United States are opening up new vantage points for taking in iconic cities, landmarks, and waterways. This article explores three innovative U.S. Photo courtesy Gordon Contractors. by Tiffany Coppock, AIA, NCARB, CDT, LEED AP. A roof that ropes in strength and low weight-fill.

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Autodesk Construction Champions 2023: 25 People Powering the Future of Construction 

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There's also the technology side, where innovations like AI, AR, and robotics take the construction sector to the next level of advancement. The construction sector is brimming with innovators and creative thinkers who continuously push boundaries, create visionary solutions, and foster a culture of collaboration.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Texas – Innovation Moves Front And Center In Austin

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Technology innovation is happening across the country, but there is no better place to witness the revolution other than Austin, TX, home to a rapidly expanding technology industry. We attended several events hosted by the Austin Chamber of Commerce and caught up with several new innovative tech companies. By Jenny Vickers.

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HD Supply Waterworks Awarded 2011 National Utility Contractors Association Associate Member of the Year Award

U.S. Construction

HD Supply Waterworks, the nation’s leader in the water, wastewater, storm and fire protection industries, today announced it was awarded the 2011 National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) Associate Member of the Year Award at the annual NUCA Convention held in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 12-16. “HD About HD Supply. About NUCA.

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Business Facilities’ 2019 Metro Rankings Report

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With a diverse population and innovation-driving ecosystem, Atlanta offers a wide range of opportunities for technology companies looking to do business in the U.S. BlackRock chose the region for its new Innovation Hub comprised of 1,000 jobs. Metro Atlanta, home to 15 Fortune 500 companies, has become a red-hot tech hub.

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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – Metro And Global Rankings

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Louisiana’s capital has had great success in executing the state’s strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors. The European commercial aircraft giant announced its choice of Mobile last year.

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Extruded polystyrene in protected membrane roof assemblies

Construction Specifier

A new generation of these commercial roofing systems began entering the market under the PMRA designation. The Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, is used for rodeo events. There are countless designs for occupiable roofs with innovation abounding. Roofing materials were also changing. see Figure 1). A versatile roof.