3 Strategies to Bridge Experience Gaps on the Jobsite

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Lessons learned from systematic approach to knowledge sharing By: Josh Young The construction industry faces a critical challenge: Valuable lessons learned on one project often don’t make it to the next, leading to repeated mistakes and lost institutional knowledge. As experienced workers approach retirement, this knowledge transfer problem becomes even more urgent. The following are three proven strategies to bridge experience gaps and create a culture of continuous learning. Tip 1: Implement regular jobsite lessons learned meetings The strategy: Incorporate structured lessons learned sessions into your regular meeting schedule to capture insights while they’re fresh and actionable. How it works: … Read more

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Smart Logistics Planning for Superintendents

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5 ways to use logistics to keep prefab, modular builds on schedule By Nick Fryer Prefab and modular construction projects are finally getting the attention they deserve thanks to the sustainability and cost-efficiency advantages they offer. Even major airports are using prefab builds, but so much of the industry’s appeal depends on smooth assembly methods. If materials take too long to arrive, timelines get extended, and the money that was meant to be saved by a quicker build is wasted on unused labor and machinery, not only does this result in irritated clients, but it can bloat business costs. In … Read more

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JET Tools Introduces New Generation of Material Lifts

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JET Tools introduced its patent-pending line of material lifts, designed to redefine versatility, performance and safety for HVAC and mechanical contractors nationwide. The new JET Tools material lifts deliver “2-lifts-in-1” functionality, offering both standard and counterbalance lift modes in a single platform. Manufactured in the USA, models are available in 12-foot, 18-foot and 24-foot lift heights, each rated at 650 pounds capacity. Standout innovations include counterbalance lift mode for unrestricted wall access, drill-compatible winch for faster lifting to eliminate fatigue and largest-in-class 6-inch casters for superior jobsite mobility. In addition, integrated forklift pockets provide a safe and convenient method for … Read more

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Renovations at Agnes Scott, Spelman Colleges Create Specialized Learning Environments

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Renovation projects at two of metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia’s historical educational institutions: Spelman College in Atlanta, the nation’s oldest historically Black college for women, and Agnes Scott College in Decatur, a historically female university serving Atlanta for over 130 years, are complete. The $1.5-million projects add specialized amenities to both campuses. Swinerton Builders served as the general contractor on both projects. At Agnes Scott College, an underutilized administrative space was transformed into a professional-grade production facility and two classrooms that total 1,700 square feet. Designed for video filming and podcasting, the renovated studio features advanced acoustical treatments, over-floor raceways for flexible … Read more

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Ground Broken on New Cargo Facilities at San Francisco International Airport

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Ground was broken on a new cargo facilities project at San Francisco International Airport in California. Encompassing a new cargo building and ancillary ground service equipment maintenance building, the redevelopment project will allow the airport to meet growing cargo demands and improve operations efficiency and safety. Skanska is serving as the general contractor on the project The new cargo facility will include 95,000 square feet of cargo area and 25,000 square feet of mezzanine office space. It will also provide landside maneuvering depth to accommodate approximately 30 trucks, extending from West Field Road. The 17,000-square-foot GSE maintenance facility will be … Read more

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