Specialty Contractors Turn to Autodesk Construction Cloud in Record Numbers to Streamline Workflows, Ensure Quality and Win More Work
Leading subcontractors such as Helm Mechanical, Veit & Company and MAREK are standardizing on Autodesk’s cloud-based construction management and collaboration solutions SAN RAFAEL, Calif. – Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) today announced more than 4,000 specialty contractors across all industry segments – from mechanical to earthwork, HVAC, concrete, interior buildouts and more – now turn to Autodesk Construction Cloud technology for their projects. Helm Mechanical, Veit & Company and MAREK are...
Simpson Strong-Tie Introduces Versatile WBAC Wood Backing Steel Connector for Attaching Wood Backings to Cold-Formed Steel Studs
Pleasanton, Calif. — Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, today introduced the WBAC wood backing steel connector designed to eliminate alignment issues and reduce installation time in connecting wood backing to cold-formed steel (CFS) studs. Answering contractor demand for an all-in-one wood-to-CFS connector for interior and finish applications, the WBAC provides a strong, easy-to-install, versatile solution that’s ideal for heavy wall han...
Scorecard: States Adopt New Energy-Saving Rules but COVID-19 Slows Overall Progress
CA ranks #1 in U.S.: MA, MN, CO, and VA are regional winners; NV is most improved Washington, DC—More U.S. states have adopted or advanced new energy-saving targets and vehicle and appliance rules, but COVID-19 slowed other efficiency efforts, according to the 2020 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard released Wednesday. For the first time in four years, California took first place nationwide, edging out Massachusetts, the leader in the Northeast. Other regional leaders include Minnesota in...
ARTBA President & CEO Dave Butler Released the Following Statement on Pete Buttigieg’s Nomination as U.S. DOT Secretary
(WASHINGTON)— “As a former mayor, Pete Buttigieg has seen firsthand how transportation improvements can improve the economy and quality of life in communities. “He put forward a comprehensive and thoughtful plan during his presidential run to make major improvements to highways, roads, bridges and public transit systems, and address the Highway Trust Fund’s solvency challenges. His understanding of the issue will allow him to hit the ground running once confirmed as secretary. “The pivo...
Is that building done yet? Researchers test sensors that could speed up construction schedules
Purdue University engineers developed sensors that can instantly measure concrete strength, speeding up a construction timeline. (Purdue University photo/Rebecca McElhoe) Future building complex at Purdue University is a test bed for new technology measuring concrete strength WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — How long it takes to construct a building depends in large part on when the concrete of each floor is strong enough to take on loads. Purdue University engineers have developed sensors that c...
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Over $6 Million in Grant Awards to Improve Transit Access in Communities Across America
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today announced approximately $6.2 million to nine projects in seven states to support comprehensive planning efforts to improve access to public transportation. Funding is provided through FTA's Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning, which helps communities examine ways to improve economic development and multimodal connectivity, and encourages mixed-use development near transit sta...
Skanska signs additional contract to expand airport in Portland, Oregon, USA, for USD 80M, about SEK 670M
Skanska has signed a contract amendment with the Port of Portland for improvements to the Portland International Airport in Portland, Oregon, USA, in a joint venture with Hoffman Construction Company. Skanska’s share of the contract is worth USD 80M, about SEK 670M, which will be included in the US order bookings for the fourth quarter 2020. The contract includes work on the Terminal Core Expansion project, comprising site work, temporary facilities, structure and roofing. Construction is...
GF expands footprint in South America
GF Piping Systems, a GF division, announces the acquisition of FGS Brasil Indústria e Comércio Ltda. (FGS), Cajamar (Brazil). As a leading manufacturer of polyethylene piping systems, FGS serves the local water and gas distribution market and other industrial segments. The acquisition will provide GF Piping Systems with a unique platform for further growth in Brazil and the South American region. Founded in 1997 and privately owned by two main shareholders, FGS became Brazil's leading manufac...
The Wild Releases ‘Tours’ to Facilitate Collaborative Presentations in VR/AR
Portland, OR – Today, VR/AR collaboration software company TheWild announced their biggest release to date, ‘Tours’, to turn creative visions into a shared experience in a collaborative virtual workspace. Tours in The Wild is a compelling new immersive presentation feature to help architecture, design, and enterprise teams frame focused stories through their design spaces. Tours helps prompt meaningful conversation and present smarter to clients and collaborators by guiding them through preci...
Leica Geosystems Introduces One App for All Terrestrial Laser Scanning Portfolio
All Leica Geosystems’ terrestrial laser scanner users, now including Leica ScanStation P-Series users, can seamlessly capture and document high-quality data and verify registration with a few simple clicks with the Leica Cyclone FIELD 360 mobile-device app. Award-winning mobile-device app, Leica Cyclone FIELD 360 now expands in-field data acquisition and visualisation for all Leica Geosystems 3D terrestrial laser scanners (HEERBRUGG, Switzerland) – Leica Geosystems, part of Hexa...
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