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PODCAST: Global Construction Leadership During Coronavirus
Two company leaders from the U.S. and Australia discuss specific ways they’re using safety data and technology to lead their teams through the pandemic safely — and come out the other side stronger. Tune in for a worldwide perspective as HammerTech's Brad...
Colours, Cost & Maintenance for Cement Roof Tiles
What profiles are available? The products from most manufacturers look very similar in size and shapes and colours considering concrete roof tiles are available in three basic profiles: mission S-tiles (or "Spanish S"), villa tiles (low-profile tiles with a double-S...
8 Steps to Prepare Construction Sites for Hurricane Threats
Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1, which means that it's time, once again, for contractors to start thinking about how to keep their construction sites secure in case of a hurricane, tropical storm or even a tropical depression. Although hurricanes like...
Modular Monitor: What to Consider Before Making the Move to Offsite Construction
The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in an uncertain period for many contractors. Some have been forced to shut down projects due to state or local mandates while others have seen their customers scuttle or postpone new projects. Even those construction companies that...
Construction Industry is Like ‘A Rocket About to Take Off’
This article is part of a series of conversations that Construction Dive reporters and editors are having with industry leaders about the effect that the COVID-19 pandemic is having on their firms and their markets. To add your voice to the discussion, email us here....
The Planet has a Problem with Buildings: Here’s How Smart Ideas, Tech and Design can Change That
Many of these structures are also old and suffering from problems with energy efficiency.Whether it’s a creaky old house or a brand new, state of the art office block, the buildings we live and work in have a big impact on the environment. The challenge to reduce this...
PODCAST; Jobsite Safety and Technology During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Welcome to “Safe and Sound: Elevating the conversation around construction safety,” a podcast series focused on looking globally to help contractors create better safety standards locally. In this four-part series, Construction Dive’s Brand Studio will explore how the...
How 5G will Power Smart Cities of the Future
Imagine a city where autonomous vehicles communicate with traffic lights and on-the-ground sensors to clear traffic jams.A 10-per-cent drop in commuter travel time could increase productivity that would boost GDP by $270-million in Vancouver and $535-million in...
Shanghai Cofco Cultural and Health Center
Construction work just resumed at the Shanghai site for the new Cofco Cultural and Health Center designed by Steven Holl Architects.The 80,944-sf facility combines medical spaces, a pharmacy and nursery with cultural functions, including a library, gym, exhibition...