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AI-based construction planning company Swapp to open 1st US office in Florida
Swapp, an AI-powered construction planning company, will open a new office in Florida, USA, in May. The new location will house the company's national sales and marketing team, adding to its existing office presence in the United Kingdom and...
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How CMMS solves your construction productivity challenges
It is no surprise that construction projects are complicated. In fact, there are several pitfalls to be cautious of, from poor communication to a lack of structure. The last challenge construction companies need to deal with is a lack...
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PLP unveils tower wrapped in garden for Singapore’s Orchard Road
UK firm PLP Architecture has revealed its design for Park Nova, a 100m tall residential tower clad in a “vertical garden” in Singapore’s central Orchard Road.
Inspired by the form of a butterfly, the building is elevated above the tree...
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SOM completes overhaul of Chicago tower, formerly tallest building in the world
Chicago architect Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) has completed a redesign of the 110-storey Willis Tower that will simplify the building and expand the Skydeck viewing platform on the 103rd floor.
The Willis Tower – or the Sears Tower, as...
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Zurich emphasizes worker wellbeing for Construction Safety Week
As one of the largest construction insurance providers in the U.S., Zurich North America is sponsoring 2021 Construction Safety Week from May 3-7, emphasizing that attention to workers' mental health and guidance on COVID-19 are critical aspects of on-the-job...
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IIT-M Startup Builds India’s First 3D Printed House, Cuts Construction Cost by 30%
Tvasta Manufacturing Solutions, deep tech startup founded by three IIT Madras alumni, has created history by constructing India’s first 3D printed house. The single-storey, 1BHK project inspires hopes for India’s affordable housing project.
Tvasta Manufacturing Solutions, a deep tech startup...
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Hitachi Rolls Out Grade Control Technology Options for Select Excavators
Hitachi Construction & Mining Division, an operating division of John Deere Construction & Forestry Co. has rolled out options for its grade control technology, on select excavators, including 2D Grade Control and Solution Linkage 3D Grade Control, which allow...
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