Sun.Nov 11, 2018

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Preparing for the longest flight in the world

Construction Marketing Ideas

We’re about to embark on a very long vacation, at least in terms of flying time. This time tomorrow, I’ll board Singapore Airlines flight 21, from Newark, NJ to Singapore — a flying endurance exercise as it is currently the longest flight in the world, approximating 20 hours (depending on winds). Obviously getting on a […].

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Bridge Bucket List: Quebec Bridge

ENR Construction

The beautiful old cantilever truss bridge spans the St. Lawrence River and adversity.

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Benefits of post-tensioning concrete slabs in building

Construction Cost Estimating

Post-tensioned concrete slabs in buildings provide various benefits over reinforced concrete slabs & other structural systems toward both single and multi-level structures. Described below, some of the advantages of the slabs :- Longer Spans: Longer spans are utilized to lessen the number of columns. It leads to bigger, column free floor areas which significantly enhance the adaptability of application for the structure as well as leads to greater rental returns.