Tyne Bridge Restoration Moves into Next Phase

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A significant milestone has been reached in the multi-million-pound project that will restore and preserve England’s Grade II listed Tyne Bridge for future generations. Structural repairs and interventions on the bridge’s hangers – located within the eastern footway – are now complete, which will enable the complex program of works to move to the next phase. The team behind the project has been working inside the bridge deck void since last April, where initially a full clean-up was completed to remove dirt, rust and nine tons of pigeon guano before further assessment, grit blasting, repairs and repainting could begin. Inspections … Read more

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Bouygues Group Tapped to Rehabilitate Runway 1 at Roissy-Charles de Gaulle Airport

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Colas, a subsidiary of the Bouygues Group and through its subsidiaries Colas France and Tersen, has been chosen by the ADP Group for the rehabilitation of runway 1 and its 22 taxiways at Roissy-Charles de Gaulle airport (France) — in a consortium with Bouygues Energies & Services, Spie Batignolles Valérian, JDC Airports and Iris Conseil. For the rehabilitation of this 4.8-kilometer runway and its taxiways, more than 350 employees will be mobilized over a four-month period, starting mid-July 2025. The work will include the laying of 200,000 tons of asphalt mix, 16,000 cubic meters of concrete pavement and more than … Read more

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Hilti Offers All-On-One Cordless Battery Platform

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Hilti North America has expanded the all-on-one Nuron battery platform with innovation that meets the needs of contractors, which includes the launch of its DD 150-U-22 Cordless diamond core rig, two DSH 600/700 cut-off saws and PR 4/40/40G-22 rotating lasers. The new DD 150-U-22 is a universal solution for both hand-held and rig-mounted coring. Powered by Nuron, it’s the first core rig on the same battery platform as handheld cordless tools, offering contractors the flexibility to use the same set of interchangeable batteries for all Hilti tools, whether for light or heavy-duty applications, without compromising on performance. Hilti is also … Read more

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Report Highlights Design-Build’s Role in Tackling Industry Challenges, Driving Growth

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FMI Corporation recently released an updated 2024 Design-Build Utilization Study projecting Design-Build will account for over 47% of U.S. construction spending by 2028, surpassing $1.1 trillion in total construction spending over the next five years. The findings emphasize the critical importance of skilled owner advisors in navigating complex projects and ensuring effective communication across teams. The study highlights the growing need to engage underutilized business enterprises to address scalability challenges and promote meaningful participation in Design-Build project delivery. The study also reveals how Design-Build’s early collaboration, innovative approaches and integration of UBEs provide unique opportunities to address supply chain challenges … Read more

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Workers Stay Warm, Work Smarter with Brass Knuckle SmartFlex 360 Gloves

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Brass Knuckle SmartFlex BK360 gloves are designed to keep hands warm and protected all day, no matter how low the temperature drops. These gloves provide full insulation to provide long-wearing protection from excessive cold, a soft and comfortable fit and compliance-inspiring black-on-black styling. BK360 gloves start with a layered 13-gauge nylon shell augmented with a 7-gauge napped acrylic lower liner. Next, a seamless and stretchable full knit wrist helps prevent dirt, debris and cold air from getting inside the glove. Foam latex coating on full fingers, palm and 3/4 deep on the back remains soft in cold conditions. Its high … Read more

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