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Space Frame Structure: Components, Types, and Advantages

The Constructor

A space frame, also called a space structure, is a truss-like structure comprising of struts that are interconnected in a geometric pattern that is both strong and lightweight. It is a modern architectural and structural engineering technique that is being used to effectively cover large areas while using just a small number of internal supports. […].

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The lack of a basic framework for the construction of facilities

Job Order Contracting

The lack of a basic framework for the construction of facilities is the fundamental cause of rampant environmental and economic waste. The term “construction” in this case is used for any repair, renovation, maintenance, or new building activity associated with a built structure (buildings, roadways, airports, bridges, dams, … ). Any construction “project” can be defined as any number of more granular tasks that are performed in sequence or in parallel.

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Types of Measuring Tools | Top 15 Measuring Tools With Their Name & Pictures | Measuring Instrument List

Civiconcepts

Introduction of Measuring Tools Various types of measuring tools are used for measuring a physical quantity, in the civil field such as quality assurance, physics, and engineering, measurement is the … Types of Measuring Tools | Top 15 Measuring Tools With Their Name & Pictures | Measuring Instrument List Read More ».

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These Metros Are Home to the Largest—and Smallest—Homes in the U.S.

Pro Builder

These Metros Are Home to the Largest—and Smallest—Homes in the U.S. ldeakins. Mon, 10/31/2022 - 10:07. While some Americans are still looking for larger homes post-pandemic, others are downsizing as they spend less time indoors. These popular cities have options for every size preference. Demand for larger homes skyrocketed throughout the pandemic as homeowners hunkered down and created at-home spaces for work and hobbies, but as professionals return to the office and businesses reopen, some Ame

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Turn Your Project Data into Decisions

ENR Construction

Supercharge your project information with Asite’s Common Data Environment (CDE). Transform how you capture and work with project data and turn project communications, forms, and activity into actionable insights.

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Underwater Levee Halts Salt Wedge Intrusion on Lower Mississippi River

ENR Construction

A barrier sill, built under emergency conditions, has stopped a wedge of salt traveling up the river perilously close to drinking water intakes. .

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All-Cash Home Sales Surpassed FHA-Backed for the First Time Since 2007 in Q3 2022

Pro Builder

All-Cash Home Sales Surpassed FHA-Backed for the First Time Since 2007 in Q3 2022. ldeakins. Mon, 10/31/2022 - 09:51. The share of cash purchases has climbed steadily for each of the past three quarters to reach a 20-year high, while new home sales financed through FHA are falling. In Q3 2022, 11,000 (7.5%) of all new home sales were financed through FHA, while all-cash purchases accounted for 14,000 (9.5%) of the total share, according to the most recent Quarterly Sales by Price and Financing r

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Underwater Levee Halts Intrusion of Salt Wedge on Lower Mississippi River

ENR Construction

A barrier sill, built under emergency conditions, sill has stopped a wedge of salt traveling up the Mississippi River that is perilously close to drinking water intakes. .

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Homebuyers Are on the Move as Housing Affordability Diminishes—Here’s Where They’re Going

Pro Builder

Homebuyers Are on the Move as Housing Affordability Diminishes—Here’s Where They’re Going. ldeakins. Mon, 10/31/2022 - 09:59. Americans are moving away from costly metros and are instead seeking out sunny markets with more affordable home prices. Historically high home prices paired with soaring mortgage rates are motivating homebuyers to relocate to find affordable housing, but as the economy softens in a market correction, migration could begin to slow nationwide, Redfin reports.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Flow Table Test – Procedure, Calculation, Apparatus and Advantages

Learn Civil Engineering

Flow Table Test The flow table test is used to measure the flow and workability of the concrete by using a flow table, it is a method to determine the consistency of fresh concrete. Flow Table Test Apparatus (Equipment) The flow table test apparatus are Flow table with a grip and a hinge, an Abrams […].

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U.S. Pending Home Sales Fall to Lowest Level in 7 Years

Pro Builder

U.S. Pending Home Sales Fall to Lowest Level in 7 Years. ldeakins. Mon, 10/31/2022 - 10:15. Homebuyer activity is slowing nationwide amid surging mortgage rates and home prices, and as a result, pending home sales are seeing their sharpest decline since 2015. U.S. pending home sales dropped 35% year-over-year during the four weeks ending October 23, the largest annual decline since at least 2015, Redfin reports.

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Simplify Your Construction Management with Asite

ENR Construction

Tired of overpaying for mediocre Construction Management tools and still struggling with: Project & profitability risk? Wasted time & lack of information? Poor team communication?

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How a Compensation Strategy Helps You Compete for Talent

Construction Business Owner

How a Compensation Strategy Helps You Compete for Talent. Compensation strategy is often limited to the financial side of business, but a well-designed compensation plan is much more than a budgeting tool. mhodges. Mon, 10/31/2022 - 10:20. Compensation strategy is often limited to the financial side of business, but a well-designed compensation plan is much more than a budgeting tool.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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Owner Projects $2.2B Cost Overrun on UK High-Speed Rail Construction

ENR Construction

Contractors have launched five of the 10 tunnel boring machines planned to bore 64 miles of tunnels for the $46.5-billion project.

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6 Reasons Your Document Management is Slipping

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction projects don’t happen in a vacuum. Multiple people are always involved in bringing a project to life, which is why collaboration is so important. . Teams need to work together to move a project forward—and construction document management plays a significant role here. Stakeholders must get their hands on various documents (including plans, models, and documents) at any given time.

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Owner Projects $2.2B Cost Overrun on UK High-Speed Rail

ENR Construction

Contractors have launched five of the 10 tunnel boring machines set to dig 64 miles of tunnels for the $46.5-billion project.