Actionable Data

Serving the San Francisco Bay Area for more than 70 years, Central Concrete Supply Co., Inc., a Northern California business unit of U.S. Concrete,...

Sealed to Last

Selecting how long a given joint sealant will last before replacement—and what to include for the performance period in lifecycle costing—is not as easy...

Welding Weathering Steels

Part 2: Understanding the material and choosing filler metals for the job Weathering steels are often a viable option when atmospheric corrosion is a concern...

Points Well Taken

When A.O. Reed took on the project to provide HVAC design/layout/install services for University of California San Diego’s (UCSD) new Theater District complex, they...

Better Understanding Equipment Utilization Through ...

Information is power. The data provided by telematics systems, at its most basic level, helps equipment owners make better decisions about how they run...

Flooring Design Considerations for 2017

With 2017 in full swing, the new year brings new considerations, materials, and markets for commercial flooring. With a construction landscape that is always...
Adding fiber to cement eliminates need for rebar, improves construction strength and durability

Fiber-reinforced Concrete Speeds Construction, Reduces Costs

“Phoenix will be a great city when it’s finished,” said a visitor in the 1950s. An Arizona State University engineering professor is trying to promote a method...

AI Analytics

Water damage and waste are significant risks for commercial construction projects. Leaks and inefficiencies can have enormous impact on operations and productivity. The possibilities...

Molded Polystyrene

ASTM C578 and D6817 explained for underslab insulations and structural implications By Sean O’Keefe Lightweight and versatile, molded polystyrene foam is a commercial building material that...

Tech Support

As society has evolved, the construction industry has undoubtedly grown with it. But, the true “digital transformation” we think of today began to take...