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Billion-dollar investments propel bridge repair, replacement projects

Mary Scott Nabers — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 13:43:34 -0400

Spans in places like Florida, Iowa and Vermont are getting a new lease on life thanks to federal, state and local funding.

Topsoe, ABB, Fluor to build joint electrolyzer facility in Virginia

Sara Samora — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:52:00 -0400

The collaboration aims to develop a facility with reduced costs and improved safety for making e-fuels.

NYC lab project exemplifies the importance of collaboration

Jennifer Goodman — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:49:00 -0400

For the space at the Hudson Research Center, Talisen Construction worked with architecture firm Perkins & Will to achieve cost-effective solutions without compromising design quality.

Public construction spending roars, private markets whimper

Joe Bousquin — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:48:00 -0400

Outlays for commercial builds faltered in May as those for civil projects rose again, propelling the overall nonresidential sector to a 6.2% gain for the year.

OSHA proposes rule to protect workers from extreme heat

Zachary Phillips — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:39:00 -0400

Released this morning, the standard would require employers to provide water and rest breaks when high heat creates a hazardous work environment.

Fujifilm taps Jacobs for $1.2B manufacturing site expansion

Sebastian Obando — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:38:00 -0400

The Dallas-based contractor will provide engineering, procurement and construction management services for additional work at the site following its initial phase, which began in 2021.

Maine GC spotlights new prefab facility

Sebastian Obando — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:38:00 -0400

Wright-Ryan’s Portland factory provides a controlled environment for millwork, wall and floor systems and employee training.

Supreme Court deals big blow to federal agencies

David Weisenfeld — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:37:00 -0400

In a landmark ruling, the justices overturned a 40-year-old precedent and significantly reduced the power of federal agencies to interpret the laws they administer.

LG pauses construction on part of $5.5B Arizona battery plant

Sebastian Obando — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:37:00 -0400

The firm said it's adjusting the pace of its investments but remains confident the facility will play an important role in its operations.

Annual fall protection inspection requirements

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Fall protection equipment is vital for protecting individuals working at heights. To ensure the equipment works efficiently and is in excellent condition, you must have your fall protection equipment inspected annually.