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State of the Construction Industry: August Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Lawmakers Push for Innovative Materials in National Infrastructure. A bipartisan group of senators introduced a bill called the Innovative Materials for America’s Growth and Infrastructure Newly Expanded (IMAGINE) Act, which could increase investment in new materials for infrastructure projects like roads and water systems.

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State of the Construction Industry: May Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OSHA and State Safety Agencies Write More Than 100 Silica Citations in 6 Months. To address this hazard, OSHA enacted a new rule about silica dust on construction sites last fall. Survey: Mayors’ Top Concerns Include Infrastructure, Climate Change, Opioids. Infrastructure. One of their top concerns?

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Why Construction Firms Should Invest In Packaging Solutions

Construction Marketing

President Joe Biden’s USD$2 trillion housing and infrastructure agenda have been met with mixed reactions from the construction industry. A recent Infrastructure Intelligence commentary detailed that 55% of contractors believe that the plan would do more harm than good.

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Comparing Liquid and Sheet-applied Bridge Deck Waterproofing Membranes

GCP Applied Technologies

However, over the past few decades, more bridge engineers are specifying liquid waterproofing membranes to help extend the design life of the bridge and accelerate project completion. Gain stronger adhesion for improved design life. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) warns that “all hot work is potentially hazardous.”

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3D Printing in Construction: Growth, Benefits, and Challenges

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Watch the video below to see how BAM and Saint-Gobain are changing the future of infrastructure with sustainable, scalable, and affordable 3D concrete printing solutions. . In fact, most 3D printers that process concrete are still being tested and tweaked today, and aren’t yet designed for manufacturing purposes. Design freedom.

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

From design and VDC professionals to business and project managers, these construction leaders aren't just building structures and facilities—they're shaping our world. By integrating VDC with the safety department, Emmanuel was able to coordinate online OSHA trainings and guide the VDC department to receive OSHA 10 hour certifications.

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Excavation and Trench Safety Best Practices for Construction Jobsites

Pro Builder

Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). OSHA defines excavations as any man-made cavity, trench, or depression on the surface that resulted from earth removal. OSHA is making trenching and excavation safety its No. These are sure signs trench infrastructure has been compromised. .

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