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Hilti Unveils Semi-Autonomous Overhead Drilling Robot, Called Jaibot

Construction Junkie

Hilti , known for its wide selection of power tools and fastening applications for the commercial construction industry, recently took a step outside the box when they announced the release of an exoskeleton to help relieve the bodily toll overhead work takes on workers. courtesy of Hilti.

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Common Types of Crane Lifting Equipment

Construction Marketing

Crane lifting attachments are exactly what they sound like – they are attachments that are used to improve the capabilities of overhead cranes. Overhead cranes are some of the world’s most useful machines. Most types of overhead cranes are only fitted with a series of chains and hooks as lifting gear.

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Keltbray wins £40m multi-year deal for Northern Powergrid

Construction Enquirer

Keltbray has secured a framework contract, valued up to £40m to deliver critical overhead line infrastructure for Northern Powergrid.

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Construction in the Metaverse – Is the Future Closer Than We Think?: Overhead in the Big Room

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Naturally, this has the potential to change industries across the board, and construction is no exception. What could this nebulous idea mean for the construction industry? . What Role Will the Metaverse Play in Construction? The Construction Industry Weighs In . The Big Room: A Place for Big Thoughts .

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Creating a JOC Coefficient?

Job Order Contracting

Specific instructions as to what may be included in a JOC coefficient should also be listed in detail in the associated Request of Proposals (RFP) for Job Order Contracting construction services. General / Prime Contractor Overhead. Social security contributions. Below is an example of such items. Materials. Equipment.

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6 Dangers Of Falling Debris In Construction Sites

Construction Marketing

Construction is one of the most hazardous industries, with injuries occurring almost every year. When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding. When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding.

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What are Preliminaries in Construction Contracts?

Lets Build

Most construction companies, project managers , and contractors will deal with preliminaries in their construction contracts. These preliminaries, also called prelims, cover costs for an entire construction project—not for specific work sections or activities. What do preliminaries in construction mean? Site security.

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