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FL transportation officials testing polymer, composite tech on new bridge
Spans for the Halls River Bridge will be constructed using hollow plastic forms reinforced with glass and steel fibers and filled with concrete.
By Chris Wood • Jan. 18, 2017 -
MI considering creation of statewide council to track infrastructure data
The proposed measure would establish an asset management system for directing financing for necessary infrastructure repairs.
By Chris Wood • Jan. 18, 2017 -
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Trump taps NY developers to oversee infrastructure council
Richard LeFrak and Steve Roth will lead a group of infrastructure experts chosen by the president-elect to execute his $1 trillion plan.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 18, 2017 -
CA bullet train officials deny reports of potential $3.6B cost overrun
Rail authority officials said a Los Angeles Times story reporting massive cost increases for the project was inaccurate and based on hypotheticals.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
This week in construction
We're taking a look at project labor agreements, employee benefits, plus a handful of construction market reports.
By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Jan. 16, 2017 -
NY, NJ Port Authority agrees to $400K settlement after SEC investigation into bond sales
The Securities and Exchange Commission said the authority overstepped its legal power in selling $2.3 billion in bonds for several projects.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2017 -
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Mapping a building's memory: How laser scanning can aid complex renovations
The global market for laser scanners is expected to eclipse $2.5 billion in the next six years as use cases proliferate and costs decline.
By Chris Wood • Jan. 11, 2017 -
MD moves to e-bidding for transportation projects
The shift to paperless bidding is estimated to save the state and contractors a total of $800,000 each year.
By Chris Wood • Jan. 11, 2017 -
DOT grant to help ND researchers develop safer roads and bridges
The North Dakota State University-led team also plans to explore new materials for bridge construction and the use of sensors to monitor bridge deterioration.
By Chris Wood • Jan. 11, 2017 -
Israeli startup testing road technology that can charge vehicles
A public bus line in Tel Aviv will serve as a test for ElectRoad’s sub-surface electromagnetic power system.
By Chris Wood • Jan. 11, 2017 -
AGC: 73% of construction firms plan to expand workforce in 2017
However, the percentage of survey respondents who believe the labor shortage will worsen in the coming year has climbed to 76%.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2017 -
Chicago Red Line awarded $1B in federal funding
City officials fast-tracked their approval for rail financing in December in order to secure the federal grant before President Barack Obama leaves office.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 10, 2017 -
Treasury Dept. report highlights potential economic benefits of US infrastructure projects
The analysis found that financing was the most common hurdle facing major projects in the country.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 9, 2017 -
Construction loses 3K jobs in December as building demand outpaces worker supply
The dip in employment combined with strong spending numbers signals that companies are struggling to find workers to staff their new projects.
By Emily Peiffer • Jan. 6, 2017 -
Los Angeles Purple Line scores $1.6B in federal funds
Officials hope the new rail line will increase the city's chances of winning the opportunity to host the 2024 Olympic Games.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 6, 2017 -
NY governor announces $10B JFK Airport redevelopment
Officials said the project could be carried out under a public-private partnership structure similar to that of the $4 billion LaGuardia overhaul currently underway.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 5, 2017 -
MN governor pushing for $1.5B infrastructure measure
Gov. Mark Dayton said the state should take advantage of its high credit rating and move forward with a large bond deal to fund a variety of projects.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 5, 2017 -
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Subcontractors sound off: 5 ways to improve job site tech adoption
These factors determine whether construction technologies will hit the mark or hit the road in 2017.
By Chris Wood • Jan. 4, 2017 -
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 -
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 -
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
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