Calling it a matter of property rights and security, the state House voted Thursday to let those living along the border to construct walls without first getting local permission or building permits. The 31-29 party-line vote came a week after it … [Read more...] about House Passes Bill to Accelerate Border Wall Construction
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Ransomware Attack on Construction Company Raises Questions about Federal Contracts
A construction company that's won millions of dollars worth of contracts with the military and other federal departments has been hit by a ransomware attack — raising questions about how the federal government does business with outside firms … [Read more...] about Ransomware Attack on Construction Company Raises Questions about Federal Contracts
10 Years After Construction Accident – Swing Stage Collapse
It's been 10 years since a Christmas Eve construction accident killed four migrant workers in Toronto, and while the tragedy pushed the province to make changes to workplace safety laws, experts are calling for a change in the culture on … [Read more...] about 10 Years After Construction Accident – Swing Stage Collapse
Global Construction To Hit $17.5 Trillion by 2030
More than 60 per cent of the global infrastructure investment will be in emerging economies, particularly Asia, stated a Dec. 9 release. In comparison, PwC issued a report in 2017 that forecasted that the volume of construction output will grow by … [Read more...] about Global Construction To Hit $17.5 Trillion by 2030
Essential Guide To Renovating A Heritage Building
The large glass skyscrapers we see dominating the skylines of today's cities weren't always a staple. In the past people utilized stone and brick to create buildings with character. Heritage buildings are part of every city. If you're like me and … [Read more...] about Essential Guide To Renovating A Heritage Building
Lean Construction – Pull Planning Explained
I know what you’re thinking, here we go again, another blog proclaiming another lean construction technique to be “the best ever”. Fear not for we at cnstrctr are generally skeptical when it comes to new methods to time proven ways of doing … [Read more...] about Lean Construction – Pull Planning Explained