AGTEK Releases Gradework Update, Launches Standalone Software

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AGTEK Development Company, part of Hexagon, has introduced its standalone software Materials SA and Underground SA and the release of the Gradework software suite for 2023. Ideal for specialty utility and paving contractors, the new features will simplify takeoff and improve production control of construction materials, utility installation and earthmoving projects. The latest update enables contractors to create fast and accurate earthwork, material and utility takeoffs from PDF or CAD data with ease using intuitive tools that minimize manual data entry and provide extensive value-engineering capabilities. Measure lengths, areas and counts, and extend them into cubic yards of concrete, tons … Read more

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Dodge Construction Reports Total Construction Starts Slip

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Total construction starts fell 27% in January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $865.6 billion, according to Dodge Construction Network. During the month, nonresidential building starts fell 38%, residential starts lost 20% and nonbuilding starts declined by 16%. Comparatively, total construction was 14% lower in January 2023 than in January 2022. Nonresidential building starts were down 2%, nonbuilding starts rose 10% and residential starts lost 34%. For the 12 months ending January 2023, total construction starts were 13% higher than the 12 months ending January 2022. Nonresidential starts were 36% higher, residential starts lost 6% and nonbuilding starts were … Read more

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Final Steel Beam Set in Roof of New Los Angeles Clippers Arena

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An important construction milestone was achieved as the final steel beam was installed in the roof of the Intuit Dome – the future home of the Los Angeles Clippers. Approximately 10,500 tons of structural steel in the bowl was erected in eight months. This includes seven roof trusses that each weigh 200 tons. Clippers’ team officials, including owner Steve Ballmer, the players and dignitaries including Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts, gathered for the signing of the final beam and ceremonial topping out of the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. Intuit Dome is a 1.3 million-square-foot, 18,000-seat NBA arena with five … Read more

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New Learning Commons Provides Collaborative, Social Spaces

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The new Learning Commons at Kettering University located in Flint, Michigan complements the university’s curriculum with a facility  focused on collaboration, ideation and digital technology. The new 105,000-square-foot Learning Commons incorporates building systems that speak to the permanence and longevity of the institution, while offering durability for the decades ahead. The four-story design features an open-air atrium, and a skylight that fills the entire interior space with natural light. The first and second floors feature public gathering, dining and collaborative spaces, focused on creating dynamic social spaces for students. The third and fourth floors consist of additional collaborative spaces and … Read more

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4 Bears Casino & Lodge in North Dakota Adds New 7-Story Hotel Tower

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4 Bears Casino & Lodge will begin a major renovation, adding a seven-story hotel tower. The property is located on the western shore of Lake Sakakawea between Minot and Williston in New Town, North Dakota. The project team includes Wenaha Group, Kraus-Anderson and TBE Architects. The original 4 Bears Motor Lodge began in the 70s with 40 rooms. In 1993, a casino was added, followed over the years with various expansions and improvements, including restaurants, an event center, marina, RV park, water park, convenience store/car wash/liquor store and River Willow gaming boat. The overall $95-million project includes an 18,000-square-foot demolition … Read more

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