Study Gives Insight Into Most Stolen, Recovered Construction Equipment

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CANTON, Mass., and IRVINE, Calif. – LoJack’s “2015 Construction Equipment Theft Recovery Report” and infographic highlights the ongoing problem of thieves targeting construction businesses for their high value equipment. The report identifies equipment categories and classes, manufacturers and geographies where theft is most likely to occur. Heavy equipment is the most vital asset of construction businesses. Contractors and rental fleet owners not only lose valuable assets, but also lose efficiency and miss schedule deadlines when equipment is stolen. The cost of equipment theft can be devastating to the national economy generally, as well as to the profitability of small and […]

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DBIA Announces 2016 Design-Build Project of the Year, National Award of Excellence Winners

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LAS VEGAS, Nev. – The Design-Build Institute of America recently announced the 2016 Project of the Year and National Award of Excellence. The Claude “Bud” Lewis Carlsbad Desalination Plant was recognized as the 2016 Design-Build Project of the Year. The Gateway Plaza office building, the SR-520 Evergreen Point Floating Bridge and Landings Design-Build Project, Champion Petfoods Kentucky DogStar Kitchens and the Spokane Central Service Center were also recognized for excellence. “This year’s Design-Build Project/Team Award winners are the best we’ve had. Our jury was particularly impressed that as we advance awareness of Design-Build Done Right, Design-Build is producing exceptional outcomes […]

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Hunt-Sundt Joint Venture Completes Phase II of Stadium Renovation

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TEMPE, Ariz. – Hunt-Sundt, a joint venture of Hunt Construction Group and Sundt Construction, Inc., has completed the 490,000-square-foot Phase II renovation of Arizona State University’s Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona. The $162-million contract included the complete reconstruction of the lower stadium bowl, new stadium seating with chair backs and cup holders, new concessions, upgraded restrooms and amenities, along with new luxury suites on the east and west sides of the stadium. A new, 360 degree concourse was raised to 20 feet to increase airflow and circulation. Last year, Hunt-Sundt completed Phase I, which involved infrastructure work and rebuilding […]

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Using Drones on Projects

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Navigating the new drone rules By David R. Cook and Chadd L. Reynolds In recent years, construction contractors and subcontractors have taken advantage of small unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly referred to as drones, in the planning, design and construction of projects. By attaching a camera to a small, lightweight drone, construction companies can mitigate the safety risks and costs posed by current methods used to monitor, inspect and evaluate construction. Although the rules for the use of drones in a commercial setting are ambiguous and undeveloped, newly published rules will provide a clearer regulatory framework for construction companies desiring to […]

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Dodge Momentum Index Moves Higher in October

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NEW YORK, N.Y. – The Dodge Momentum Index grew 4.1 percent in October to 133.6 from its revised September reading of 128.3 (2000=100). The index is a monthly measure of the first (or initial) report for nonresidential building projects in planning, which have been shown to lead construction spending for nonresidential buildings by a full year. October’s gain nearly reversed the loss in September, and returns the Momentum Index to the rising trend that began earlier in the year. The commercial component of the Momentum Index rose 6.1 percent in October, and is 20 percent above last year. This suggests […]

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