Infrastructure: Page 106
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Flood threat risk patterns shifting across US
Experts encourage builders in flood-risk and coastal zones to embrace technology to ensure long-term sustainability of buildings and infrastructure.
By Chris Wood • Jan. 4, 2017 -
Port Authority of NY, NJ offers an inside look at its concrete durability testing lab
The agency is ramping up efforts to use more stone aggregate and less cement in its concrete to boost strength.
By Chris Wood • Jan. 4, 2017 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Construction Dive
Construction Dive editors curate some of the industry’s top stories from this year.
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Schumer casts doubt on Trump's infrastructure plan in speech to Congress
The Senate minority leader is holding fast to his position that private investment would not be enough to fund necessary projects.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 4, 2017 -
Deep Dive
10 construction industry trends to watch in 2017
From new technologies to collaborative project delivery methods, experts say these trends will shape the industry in the coming year.
By Emily Peiffer • Jan. 3, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The 2017 construction industry conference guide
These 10 events offer construction pros the opportunity to exchange new ideas and network with industry leaders.
By Emily Peiffer • Jan. 2, 2017 -
IL transportation agency approves $1.7B budget for 2017
The plan includes $374.5 million toward new toll roads, which will create a western entry point for Chicago O’Hare International Airport.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 29, 2016 -
Deep Dive
From $1T to $1: Construction in 2016 by the numbers
We look back at the stats that tell the story of the industry last year.
By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Dec. 28, 2016 -
Report: NY missing the boat on design-build
The delivery method has been slow to pick up steam in the state, as critics say that awarding contracts based on evaluation rather than lowest bid can lead to abuse.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 28, 2016 -
Controversial $1.9B MN light rail scores key federal approval
After the nod from the FTA, rail officials can now begin preparing for the construction phase of the 14.5-mile project.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 23, 2016 -
Dodge Data: Construction starts fall for third-straight month
November's 6% drop emphasizes the volatile nature of starts in 2016.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 23, 2016 -
FTA grants $500M to TEX Rail project
Opponents of the Fort Worth, TX, project had hoped that federal dollars would be held up long enough for their objections to take root and scuttle the rail line.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 22, 2016 -
ARTBA targets highway construction workers with new safety certification
The association developed its own certification amid a rise in work-zone fatalities.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 22, 2016 -
Japanese universities deploy construction robots for disaster zones
The robots feature helipad docking for drones, power-up capabilities and thermal imaging cameras.
By Chris Wood • Dec. 21, 2016 -
Laser scanners to map, provide data on concrete structures after fires
Scanner analysis of the material could be a useful tool in disaster recovery efforts.
By Chris Wood • Dec. 21, 2016 -
Deep Dive
How contractors are using hot tech to beat cold weather
Crews have adapted to extreme climates with heated protective equipment, augmented reality and insulated road technology.
By Chris Wood • Dec. 21, 2016 -
Deep Dive
6 technology trends that defined construction in 2016
From new ways to track equipment use and worker productivity to the emerging modular category, we explore some of the year's biggest tech talking points.
By Hallie Busta • Dec. 21, 2016 -
Trump to form infrastructure 'task force'
The head of the group will be charged with implementing initiatives and facilitating communication between investors and governmental agencies.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 21, 2016 -
Deep Dive
8 stories that shaped the construction industry in 2016
From drone regulations to the promise of a transformative infrastructure program, this year delivered big industry news.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 20, 2016 -
ConstructConnect: November nonresidential starts plunge 22%
Despite the unusually steep decline last month, year-to-date construction starts were still up 8%.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 20, 2016 -
AGC: 29 states add construction jobs in November
The slight rise in month-to-month employment was due to demand in the residential and public works sectors.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 19, 2016 -
Seattle tunnel progress cuts back on cost overruns
Bertha, the boring machine, has been digging without recurrence of mechanical or other issues that previously plagued the project.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 19, 2016 -
Deep Dive
The fab 5: Our picks for 2016's most noteworthy projects
From historic museums to new sports venues, we recognize some of the best U.S. buildings completed this year.
By Emily Peiffer • Dec. 19, 2016 -
CA bullet train authority green lights $3B bond financing deal
Opponents of the deal have filed a lawsuit claiming that the rail plan has changed substantially, which gives voters the option to reconsider financing the project.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 15, 2016 -
MD governor vows to repeal transportation project scoring law
Gov. Larry Hogan said the measure would threaten several state-funded transportation projects.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 15, 2016 -
RI reveals plans for $400M interchange project
Gov. Gina Raimondo has expedited the interchange revamp, citing issues of mobility, connectivity and safety.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 15, 2016
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