A ribbon-cutting ceremony recently celebrated the opening of the new Cone Health MedCenter in Asheboro, North Carolina. The $72-million, 51,500-square-foot facility features an urgent care, primary care, comprehensive cancer center and a pharmacy. The centerpiece is a $4-million linear accelerator. The device provides radiation treatments with submillimeter accuracy. When combined with equipment ensuring the patient is perfectly positioned, it provides the highest levels of safety, accuracy and treatment quality. The accelerator is housed in a room made of a special high-density concrete that is 6 ½ feet thick in some places. Robins & Morton was the general contractor and Perkins&Will … Read more
Green Construction Specialists Among Most In-Demand Workers, Says Latest Research
The construction industry is rebounding in 2025, with the output for new projects expected to increase by 8.5%, according to the latest forecasts. As a result, the industry will need to fill an estimated 439,000 jobs this year to meet the increasing demand. With the need for new construction employees growing at a breakneck pace, EPD has revealed the most in-demand construction jobs for 2025 and beyond. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the firm has uncovered the fastest-growing jobs in the construction industry and those set to make the most money in the coming year. According to … Read more
Workers Stay Warm, Work Smarter with Brass Knuckle SmartFlex 360 Gloves
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
Sustainable Transit Operations, Maintenance Facility Opens in Virginia
Arlington, Virginia’s new transit operation and maintenance facility recently opened its doors to employees and a more sustainable transit future. Designed by Stantec and built by Turner Construction Company, the facility provides ART with a centralized, modern headquarters that supports its growing operations and transition to a battery electric bus fleet. The $96.6-million project adapted three parcels of land into two new modern structures — a three-story, 49,500-square-foot operations and maintenance facility and a four-story, 65,000-square-foot parking structure. Pursuing LEED Platinum, the facility reflects a modern industrial design with layouts that embrace a functional aesthetic. Intuitive entry points and wayfinding … Read more
Kahlert Foundation Complex Marries Collegiate Spaces with Multi-Purpose Athletic Facility
Gilbane Building Company has recently completed construction of the Kahlert Foundation Complex on Howard Community College’s campus located in Columbia, Maryland. The four-story building, totaling 163,000 square feet, houses both mathematics and athletics. The mathematics program includes faculty offices, traditional classroom learning spaces, computer labs, a STEM makerspace and a “math emporium” lab and classroom where on-demand tutoring is available to students. The athletic spaces feature new men’s and women’s collegiate training, practice and game-day facilities, including new basketball courts. In addition to coach and faculty offices, the building also features physical therapy space, a fitness center, weight room and … Read more