Six years ago, the owner of Zippity Split Plumbing made a calculated decision that would reshape our entire business model. Rather than compete in...

Concrete, the world’s most widely used building material, is inexpensive, readily available, versatile, and strong. However, it is also a hard sponge and vulnerable...

In the past few years, fire has been an increasing concern when buildings are being retrofitted, restored, or modernized. On June 14, 2017, a...

By Saloni Walimbe The Li-Fi industry is constantly touching new heights, especially at a time when IoT is proliferating in every sector and the use...

Complex, single-piece structures are strong and lightweight Three-dimensional (3D) weaving of composite fabrics can produce complex, single-piece structures that are strong and lightweight. Compared to...

Contractors know the importance of keeping workers safe. It’s second nature to them. Procuring equipment, training people, and keeping up with the latest trends...

The construction industry is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by the critical demand for enhanced productivity, safety, and sustainability. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer...

The Federal Highway Administration requires that bridges be inspected every 2 years. In the state of Michigan alone, 4,406 Trunkline bridges (40 percent of...

Communication on a construction worksite is vital not only to getting the job done, but getting it done safely. With construction sites known for...

The big challenge asphalt contractors face today is how to improve the quality performance of asphalt paving through production, laydown, and preservation. The expectations for...