Organizing a construction site requires careful planning, preparation, and the right procedures to ensure that the job runs smoothly and safely. Make sure you have the necessary equipment and safety protocols in place, create an effective layout for the site, devise a comprehensive safety plan, stay organized with materials and tools, and outsource...
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Diana Grytsku
Steel beams are one of the most popular types of beams being used in construction today. They have a variety of benefits that make them an appealing choice for builders and contractors. Steel beams are strong, durable, and resistant to weathering, making them a good choice for both indoor and outdoor projects.
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Brett Jordan, Andrea Piacquadio (cover image)
If there’s one thing that you can say about construction projects, it’s that they generate a lot of waste. In 2018, the EPA estimated that it generated 600 million tons. So the question is, where does it all go? If you're a construction site manager, you will need to deal with the huge amounts of waste accumulated during your project.
The term ferrocement usually refers to a mixture of Portland cement and sand which has been applied to layers of steel bars and metal mesh, which act as reinforcements. Sometimes referred to as reinforced concrete, it was first created by Italian architect Pier Luigi Nervi in 1940.
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Madeline Miller
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Naser Nader Ibrahim
Construction projects are always a huge investment. It can be difficult to plan out how much money should be set aside for the project without knowing where things will go or what they might cost. If you have decided that it is time to get your construction project underway, then this article is for you.
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Aleksandar Pasaric (cover image)
Construction is a major industry that can be found in every country. It’s one of the largest industries, and it has been growing steadily for over fifty years. The construction industry creates 14% of the world’s GDP, which is more than any other industry by far and employs 10% of the world population.
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freepik (cover image), Borko Manigoda
The concept of lean building has emerged strongly in recent years. It enables builders and owners to achieve more with less. Projects that follow the approach match the quality, timeliness, and budget specifications. There is less wastage, and client satisfaction is imperative.
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Sophie Andersen
You can find construction companies that are available for hire on various different platforms like the internet, offline, and even some magazines. They all claim to be worthy of their services but after hiring it might turn out that they're not what you expected them to be.
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Gordon Johnson (cover image), Ümit Yıldırım
