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Discover how ANA’s Energy Boss revolutionizes power management in numerous industries

Iain — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 14:30:05 +0000

A leading supplier of innovative technology air compressor and generator solutions, ANA serves a wide range of industries, including construction, industrial, and equipment rental, as well as utilities, municipalities, and telecom companies. Through the delivery of top-quality equipment, the company ensures reliability, exceptional performance, and minimal noise levels. Notably…

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From skyscrapers to railways, Fisk Electric’s diverse capabilities are key to its success

Iain — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:51:29 +0000

Since its foundation in 1912, Fisk Electric (Fisk) has been a national leader in the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems, structured cabling applications, fiber optic cables, integrated electronic security systems, and building technology solutions. The company has applied its expertise in electrical and low voltage systems to notable projects including military bases…

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Nathan Marsh shares how Bentley Systems’ software solutions are advancing infrastructure

Iain — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:44:57 +0000

Several years ago, I spent seven years in the military. My final three or four deployments were focused on post-conflict, regional regeneration,” begins Nathan Marsh, SVP of EMEA, Bentley Systems (Bentley). “This exposure piqued my interest in the importance of infrastructure for a safe, secure, sustainable and prosperous society. “After I left the military, I worked for a global insurance and…

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A look at the construction services M&A marketplace

Iain — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:36:31 +0000

Like many industries in the US, the construction services industry has experienced significant growth over the past few decades, creating substantial wealth for many owner-operators of construction companies. It is estimated that a large percentage of the 900,000 or so construction firms today are owned by principals who are of ‘baby-boomer’ ages, born between 1946 and 1964.

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Building a safer future in construction through mobile technology and AI

Iain — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:25:15 +0000

The construction industry remains one of the most hazardous, accounting for nearly a quarter of all US worker fatalities in 2022. Despite the increase in safety initiatives, injury and fatality rates have remained steady, underscoring the ongoing opportunity to improve safety practices and better address the evolving challenges of modern construction. As construction work grows in complexity…

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Top 8 AI Platforms Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in Construction

sarahrudge — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:59:03 +0000

The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation thanks to artificial intelligence (AI). These cutting-edge technologies are addressing some of the most persistent challenges in the field, such as safety concerns, project delays, and cost overruns. From enhancing on-site safety protocols to streamlining project management and design optimization, AI tools are empowering…

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Dive into American Crane’s story of passion and perseverance

Iain — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 13:15:39 +0000

Over the past 50 years, American Crane and Equipment Corporation has evolved into a true leader in the manufacturing industry, revolutionizing the sector with its ongoing grit and expertise. Based in Douglasville, Pennsylvania, the company is widely recognized as America’s top manufacturer of overhead lifting systems. Its impressive portfolio features a vast selection of cranes, hoists…

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Lisa Woodruff of Turner & Townsend discusses transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world

Iain — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 13:08:07 +0000

My background is in architecture, and I’ve worked in the construction industry for nearly 30 years, in various roles from architect to project and program manager,” begins Lisa Woodruff, Executive Vice President and North America Head of Real Estate at Turner & Townsend. “I had my own business for many years providing design and project and program management for clients. I think this experience…

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How AI can curtail large-scale construction challenges

Iain — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:57:06 +0000

The funding surge for massive climate-driven infrastructure initiatives continues to fuel the rise of mega-projects, with analysts predicting more than $130 trillion to be spent on decarbonization and critical infrastructure renewal projects. As the built world becomes increasingly complex and climate-conscious in the race to meet net-zero targets, construction practices must follow suit.

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How AI Can Attract Gen Z to Address the US Construction Labor Shortage

sarahrudge — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:42:28 +0000

By Shelley Copsey The US construction sector will need to attract more than half a million additional workers to combat the ongoing labor shortage and keep up with today’s ongoing demand. The shortage is heightened by an aging workforce, with more than one in four construction workers aged 55 or older. As experienced workers begin retiring, the industry must find ways to entice the…

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