Construction Today https://construction-today.com/ Wed, 01 Oct 2025 12:26:11 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://construction-today.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2022/10/ct-150x150.png Construction Today https://construction-today.com/ 32 32 What Are the Leading Security System Providers for the Construction Industry? https://construction-today.com/news/what-are-the-leading-security-system-providers-for-the-construction-industry/ Wed, 01 Oct 2025 12:26:10 +0000 https://construction-today.com/?p=7173 Theft and security breaches are on the rise in the construction industry. These incidents can result in lost revenue, disrupted schedules, higher insurance costs and replacement expenses. Robust security systems are essential in preventing these consequences.

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Theft and security breaches are on the rise in the construction industry. These incidents can result in lost revenue, disrupted schedules, higher insurance costs and replacement expenses. Robust security systems are essential in preventing these consequences. Technology has progressed enough to reveal working solutions. However, project managers must understand specific construction site…

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The Science of Strategic Equipment Maintenance Schedules in Harsh Environments https://construction-today.com/news/the-science-of-strategic-equipment-maintenance-schedules-in-harsh-environments/ Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:18:09 +0000 https://construction-today.com/?p=7164 Nothing quite wastes crucial time like downtime in the construction industry. Ensuring your equipment and team are prepared to maximize uptime can help prevent potential operational hazards and delays, especially in inclement weather. In North America, Warren CAT is a trusted construction equipment partner serving Oklahoma, West Texas and the Texas Panhandle.

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Nothing quite wastes crucial time like downtime in the construction industry. Ensuring your equipment and team are prepared to maximize uptime can help prevent potential operational hazards and delays, especially in inclement weather. In North America, Warren CAT is a trusted construction equipment partner serving Oklahoma, West Texas and the Texas Panhandle. From natural disasters to…

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The Best Rigger Training Companies for Safer Construction Sites https://construction-today.com/news/the-best-rigger-training-companies-for-safer-construction-sites/ Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:27:07 +0000 https://construction-today.com/?p=7161 Rigger training is vital for safety on your construction site. When crews know how to set up devices properly, they can avoid damage to themselves, others, the equipment, and the materials necessary for the job. Rigger training also factors into compliance with local and federal safety laws. Choose among the best trainers to ensure workers know the proper practices and safety techniques.

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Rigger training is vital for safety on your construction site. When crews know how to set up devices properly, they can avoid damage to themselves, others, the equipment, and the materials necessary for the job. Rigger training also factors into compliance with local and federal safety laws. Choose among the best trainers to ensure workers know the proper practices and safety techniques.

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8 practical tips for effective construction waste management https://construction-today.com/news/8-practical-tips-for-effective-construction-waste-management/ Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:39:52 +0000 https://construction-today.com/?p=7154 Construction waste is one of the most significant by-products of the building industry, contributing to over 60% of total UK waste. Effective construction waste management is not only a legal and environmental necessity but also a business imperative. A well-structured approach can cut costs, improve on-site safety, enhance brand reputation and reduce carbon footprint.

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Construction waste is one of the most significant by-products of the building industry, contributing to over 60% of total UK waste. Effective construction waste management is not only a legal and environmental necessity but also a business imperative. A well-structured approach can cut costs, improve on-site safety, enhance brand reputation and reduce carbon footprint.

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Ensuring Compliance With Regulations as a Government Contractor https://construction-today.com/news/ensuring-compliance-with-regulations-as-a-government-contractor/ Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:18:35 +0000 https://construction-today.com/?p=7151 Construction is vital when building up infrastructure, and governments create contracts to acquire assistance with certain projects. This work can be lucrative, but recognizing the responsibilities that come with it is essential. Understand how you can ensure compliance with regulations as a new government contractor.

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Construction is vital when building up infrastructure, and governments create contracts to acquire assistance with certain projects. This work can be lucrative, but recognizing the responsibilities that come with it is essential. Understand how you can ensure compliance with regulations as a new government contractor. Being a government contractor means maintaining connections and…

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Whiting‑Turner secures $137M contract for Seattle coast guard base modernization https://construction-today.com/news/whitingturner-secures-137m-contract-for-seattle-coast-guard-base-modernization/ Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:39:30 +0000 https://construction-today.com/?p=7145 Whiting‑Turner has been awarded a $137 million contract by the U.S. Coast Guard to begin modernization work at Base Seattle. The project is part of a broader effort to prepare the site to support the next generation of Polar Security Cutters, a strategic fleet intended for missions in Arctic and Antarctic waters.

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Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. Whiting‑Turner has been awarded a $137 million contract by the U.S. Coast Guard to begin modernization work at Base Seattle. The project is part of a broader effort to prepare the site to support the next generation of Polar Security Cutters, a strategic fleet intended for missions in Arctic and…

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Non-residential project planning climbs 51% and points to growth in 2027 https://construction-today.com/news/nonresidential-project-planning-climbs-51-and-points-to-growth-in-2027/ Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:32:07 +0000 https://construction-today.com/?p=7142 When the Dodge Momentum Index showed a 51 percent gain in construction planning over the past 12 months it marked a significant shift in the nonresidential market. The growth suggests that by late 2026 or early 2027 contractors may see a wave of projects finally break ground.

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Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. When the Dodge Momentum Index showed a 51 percent gain in construction planning over the past 12 months it marked a significant shift in the non-residential market. The growth suggests that by late 2026 or early 2027 contractors may see a wave of projects finally break ground.

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$700M Idaho airport project goes to Hensel Phelps as travel demand rises https://construction-today.com/news/700m-idaho-airport-project-goes-to-hensel-phelps-as-travel-demand-rises/ Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:24:06 +0000 https://construction-today.com/?p=7139 When Hensel Phelps was selected to lead the Boise Airport’s next major expansion it marked another high-profile win for a contractor already reshaping U.S. aviation infrastructure. The $700 million contract reflects the urgency cities like Boise face as travel volumes outpace current capacity and terminals strain under growth.

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Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. When Hensel Phelps was selected to lead the Boise Airport’s next major expansion it marked another high-profile win for a contractor already reshaping U.S. aviation infrastructure. The $700 million contract reflects the urgency cities like Boise face as travel volumes outpace current capacity and…

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Burnham Yard bounds toward a new era as Broncos set site for stadium by 2031 https://construction-today.com/news/burnham-yard-bounds-toward-a-new-era-as-broncos-set-site-for-stadium-by-2031/ Fri, 12 Sep 2025 08:55:48 +0000 https://construction-today.com/?p=7136 When the Denver Broncos named Burnham Yard as the future home of their next stadium, the news extended far beyond football. The move signaled a potential transformation of Denver’s central corridor and placed the construction sector on notice.

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Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. When the Denver Broncos named Burnham Yard as the future home of their next stadium, the news extended far beyond football. The move signaled a potential transformation of Denver’s central corridor and placed the construction sector on notice. Once an industrial rail yard, the 58-acre site…

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Precast Concrete or Poured Concrete: Weighing the Pros and Cons for Your Foundation https://construction-today.com/news/precast-concrete-or-poured-concrete-weighing-the-pros-and-cons-for-your-foundation/ Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:06:30 +0000 https://construction-today.com/?p=7131 When it comes to building a foundation, you have one of the most important decisions to make — whether to use precast concrete or poured concrete for foundations. Both methods have their place in residential and commercial construction, and understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each will help you make the right choice for your next project.

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When it comes to building a foundation, you have one of the most important decisions to make — whether to use precast concrete or poured concrete for foundations. Both methods have their place in residential and commercial construction, and understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each will help you make the right choice for your next project. Poured-in-place concrete has been the…

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