New Building Methods
Compared to the rest of the world, most buildings in the United States are relatively young. But most residential and commercial properties could use...
To Tarp or Not to Tarp
When precast and prestressed concrete manufacturers have sought predictable form curing—protected from unpredictable weather and fluctuating conditions—they have traditionally had to choose between two...
LEED Platinum
Colleges and universities today are looking for sustainable facilities, and a number of them choose to participate in the LEED (Leadership in Energy and...
Redefining the Concrete Lifestyle
As climate change and resource scarcity intensify, the construction industry faces mounting pressure to reduce its environmental impact. Concrete—though indispensable for commercial infrastructure—presents a...
CGA’s Best Practices Guide
With more than 20 million miles of buried infrastructure in the United States and more being added every day, it has never been more...
Erosion Control
Around the world, streambank erosion is a common issue that affects infrastructure, properties, wildlife, and water quality. Yet, a lot of people still implement...
Living Wall: Green Space on Building Adds Life
Substations are critical components in the electrical grid.
Without them, utilities could not get electricity to customers in the areas
they serve.
While substations are necessary,...
When the Dust Settles
In a move to help silica dust-producing operations comply with impending rule changes, a pioneer of industrial dust control is reminding companies that the...
Green Construction
Keeping up with changes
By Tommy Linstroth
The demand for green construction services continues to build. According to the most recent research by the U.S....
Detroit Opera House Roof Makeover
In the center of Downtown Detroit sat an expansive space of quasi-usable rooftop. The Detroit Opera House, a landmark in metro Detroit sitting at...









