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Urban projects often face challenges such as limited space, congested environments, and the need for efficient construction timelines, which are all critical to improving urban living. In such scenarios, traditional construction methods can be inefficient and time-consuming. This is where the concept of top-down construction comes into play, offering a solution that is gaining traction once…

Convenience store chain Circle K faces a $16,131 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fine after a store cashier in Orlando, Florida, suffered a serious gunshot injury, the agency announced August 14. OSHA inspectors learned that two unidentified men entered the Circle K location on Silver Star Road shortly after 1 a.m. on January 19, 2024; pointed firearms;…

On July 29, 2024, Cal Water, the third largest water utility company in the country serving half-a-million customers in California, announced that it has helped its customers reduce their water bills by 20.5% in the last 15 years. This is compared to what they might have been charged without water conservation and water efficiency efforts…

Shifting regulations, emerging technologies force many facilities to adjust their hazard fire protection systems. Fire protection strategies are becoming more complex. New approaches are needed as tried-and-true fire suppression agents are phased out and new hazards are introduced within existing institutional and commercial facilities. While most buildings rely upon sprinkler systems, certain high-risk facilities demand…

In recent years, the world has experienced significant disruptions to the global economy—with lasting effects. Elevated inflation, though easing in some parts of the world, remains a serious issue, and heightened geopolitical tensions show no signs of dissipating. High interest rates continue for now, and volatile commodity prices also persist. It’s become increasingly clear that…

When you think of it, all business problems are people problems. And in the chaotic construction world where systematization is not a norm, it’s safe to say that people’s problems remain the biggest main challenge. And to help us understand more about people’s problems, we have Eric Anderton on the podcast (listen here). Eric is…