Best Practices for Seismic Retrofits

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3 phases for construction preparedness By Dan Haas Undertaking seismic upgrades on existing structures is a complex process that ensures buildings are retrofitted to withstand seismic threats, that they meet new building codes and keep end users safe from harm. However, even codes introduced following the 1994 Northridge, California, earthquake are outdated given the continued research into seismic events and their impacts on buildings. Future-proofing existing assets to withstand varying levels of seismic activity and intensity requires an expert-led upgrade and retrofit process. The following best practices outline the three phases to help ensure construction preparedness. 1) Property/portfolio evaluation The … Read more

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Topcon Expands Construction Layout Portfolio with LN-50

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Topcon Positioning Systems launches the LN-50 3D laser, the latest addition to the LN layout navigator family of instruments. Intended to be an affordable and easy-to-use solution for digital layout, the LN-50 has a 50-meter (164-foot) range as compared to the longer-range, full-featured LN-150 that continues to be a mainstay of the Topcon layout portfolio. The new LN-50 is designed specific to homebuilders, mechanical, electrical, plumbing trades, concrete contractors and others — regardless of their digital technology experience — to achieve high-speed precision in measuring and layout work, mitigating the risk of errors that can lead to costly rework.  

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Tampa Steel & Supply Introduces FRP Rebar

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Tampa Steel & Supply releases its latest product, FRP Rebar, a fiberglass rebar alternative designed to offer unmatched strength, durability and resilience against harsh elements. The glass fiber-reinforced polymer is engineered to provide superior performance for a diverse range of projects such as bridges, seawalls, piers, dams, power plants, low- to mid-rise buildings and flatwork in corrosive climates. FRP Rebar offers two times the tensile strength of steel, guaranteeing reliable structural integrity. Made from enduring, high-quality materials, FRP Rebar’s lifespan significantly exceeds traditional steel rebar, making it a cost-effective solution in the long run. It also remains impervious to water, … Read more

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Contractor Selected to Build Ultra-Fast Charging Stations across Germany

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French construction firm Vinci recently won a deal to acquire land and then build and operate 106 charging stations for electric vehicles across Germany. The Germany Ministry for Digital and Transport has awarded Vinci Concessions three contracts to develop the ultra-fast (400kW power rating) charging stations. The development represents a total investment in excess of €200 million. In total, it will see the installation of 828 individual charging points. Vinci Concessions, through its EV charging infrastructure specialist in Germany, called Eliso, will acquire the land, install the stations and operate them for 12 years. The first station is set to … Read more

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West Yorkshire’s New State-of-the-Art Pathology Laboratory Opens

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A pathology laboratory designed to serve patients across West Yorkshire (England) has recently opened. Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust’s Centre for Laboratory Medicine marks a significant milestone in regional healthcare as it is set to house pathology services from Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust and Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust. BAM commenced construction of the Centre for Laboratory Medicine in April 2022, which involved fitting 338 glass panels to create its windows, in addition to installing 1,357 individual rainscreen cladding panels on its façade. The new laboratory is a flagship project within the Leeds Teaching Hospital’s Building the Leeds … Read more

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