Submissions Open for Concrete Foundations Association 2026 Project Awards

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The Concrete Foundations Association has opened submissions for its 2026 Projects of the Year awards, a program highlighting the creativity, ingenuity and craftsmanship of cast-in-place concrete construction. The program’s categories are single-family residences in various sizes, commercial projects, apartments or multi-family residences, all-concrete homes, agricultural projects, non-foundation elements and non-wall structural elements. CFA also offers a free-category option for projects that do not fit into standard classifications, such as pools and staircases. Project submissions can be tailored to contractor specialties or unique project types. Winners will be presented this July at the 2026 Concrete Foundations Association Convention. The deadline for submissions is … Read more

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New Radar, AI Method Reveals Hidden Flaws in Cold-Formed Steel Structures

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A University of Houston engineer has developed a method to detect possible damage in concealed cold-formed steel construction framing materials hidden behind walls, without having to tear the walls open. The new technology uses ground-penetrating radar and artificial intelligence to automatically detect possible damage in materials like studs and joists made of the lightweight steel found in 30% to 35% of nonresidential buildings in the United States.    Over the past decade, as advancements in developing cold-formed steel surged, its use in the construction industry has soared. In comparison to hot rolled steel, cold-formed steel is more affordable and offers … Read more

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Stevens Construction Completes Premier Women’s Care of Southwest Florida

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Stevens Construction has completed construction of Premier Women’s Care of Southwest Florida’s new 40,797-square-foot medical office building in Cape Coral. The practice offers comprehensive gynecological and obstetrical care and has the only urogynecologist serving Fort Myers and Cape Coral. Situated on 2.27 acres, the first floor of the new office building features three ultrasound suites, 3D mammography with changing rooms and offices. In addition, 3,000 square feet of office space is available for lease. Also on the first floor is a parking garage to accommodate 18 vehicles and two car charging stations. The second floor includes 37 exam rooms, four … Read more

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Concrete Foundations Association Opens Registration for CFACON26

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The Concrete Foundations Association has opened registration for the 2026 Concrete Foundations Convention, the largest convention for the cast-in-place concrete industry. The event will be held July 21-23 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. CFACON26 unites commercial and residential foundation contractors, designers, manufacturers and suppliers from across North America. Industry professionals will gather at the Brookfield Conference Center to participate in three days of education sessions, networking, awards gala, social events and industry trade exhibitions. Attendees will engage directly with leaders and contribute to sessions designed to strengthen individual and company growth, and they will have ample opportunities to network with their peers. For … Read more

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Joint Venture to Build Freestanding ED, Wellness Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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Gulf Building and ANF announce a joint venture partnership for the construction of a new health, wellness and recreation complex at Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The project will include a freestanding emergency department to support expansion of critical medical services and a new two-story YMCA Wellness Center. To be constructed by Gulf Building, the 48,000-square-foot Wellness Center will serve as a modern community resource designed to promote health, wellness and connection. ANF will serve as construction manager for the Broward Health Freestanding Emergency Department. The one-story facility will encompass approximately 12,500 square feet and provide comprehensive emergency medical … Read more

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