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Is offsite construction the answer to jobsite safety concerns?

GCP Applied Technologies

While some folks commonly think of precast as grey concrete, used for sewer systems or structural elements, it can also be used to construct entire buildings, including schools, office structures, and condominiums. Design teams are also seeking higher strength concrete from their precast manufacturers. Residential buildings.

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Is offsite construction the answer to jobsite safety concerns?

GCP Applied Technologies

While some folks commonly think of precast as grey concrete, used for sewer systems or structural elements, it can also be used to construct entire buildings, including schools, office structures, and condominiums. Design teams are also seeking higher strength concrete from their precast manufacturers. Residential buildings.

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Maryland Bans Polystyrene and Enacts 31 other New Environmental Laws

Green Building Law Update

In Maryland, state law does not address carryout bags provided by retail establishments. In 2014 the legislature established the original “Coast Smart” siting and design criteria requirements including created a Coast Smart Council. Water and Sewer Services. Sea Level Rise Inundation and Coastal Flooding. Forest Cover.

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

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

The design for the 133,000-square-foot Amada Solution Center in Schaumburg was inspired by legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright. 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. From the March/April 2014 issue.

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The benefits and drawbacks of mixed-use development

The Korte Company

As factories got bigger and the consequences of their pollution more noticeable, municipalities adopted zoning statutes that kept residential sectors segregated from industrial districts. First, mixed-use developments allow for the consolidation of infrastructure as opposed to designing and building independent systems.

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LOCATION FOCUS: Kansas – Diversification From The Ground Up

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Building from an agribusiness base, the state today is thriving and competitive in manufacturing, professional services and wholesale and retail trades. The entire 800 acres is designed for a variety of sizes with the potential for a 100-acre lot, if needed. Kansas offers a diverse economy perfect for your business.

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Logistics: No Drivers Needed

Business Facilities

There are also 12 new residential subdivisions planned, and the county recently added 350 acres zoned industrial, which can accommodate more than 3 million square feet of new development. Moving Ruston Forward will fund over 20 water, sewer and street projects.