Construction activity in most Canadian provinces should bounce back in 2021 from the COVID-19-related dip. However, that’s not true for everywhere—the Prairies are still likely to struggle.
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One of Nova Scotia’s Largest Infrastructure Projects Underway
After six years of planning, construction is underway on an ambitious $718-million venture to twin a large portion of Highway 104 in Nova Scotia. It is one of the largest infrastructure projects in the history … about One of Nova Scotia’s Largest Infrastructure Projects Underway
Improving the Built Environment through Indigenous Artwork
The ancient and unbroken history of Australian landscapes and Aboriginal people is increasingly becoming a part of major infrastructure projects in the form of Indigenous artworks and design elements.
Why Edwards Constructions is Planning for Technology and Off-Site Construction
Research from Procore’s 2020 How We Build Now report highlights the importance of technology for construction firms today. In fact, 62% of them believe it to be the single largest indicator for increasing profitability. What … about Why Edwards Constructions is Planning for Technology and Off-Site Construction
Building What’s Next for Electrical Contractors in 2021
If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that construction technology is no longer a nice to have for specialty contractors, it’s a need to have. Without a carefully thought out and implemented technology infrastructure in place, … about Building What’s Next for Electrical Contractors in 2021
Construction Teams Turn to Digital Tools to Help Adapt to COVID-19
With construction teams working amidst the pandemic, digital tools have become more essential than ever for teams looking to maintain their productivity, while maintaining social distancing measures.
Top Strategies for Avoiding Construction Contract Disputes
Contracts pose a major source of conflicts and disputes. Often, the reason is that construction companies don’t administer and manage their contracts. If you adopt some proactive habits regarding your contracts, you can nip a … about Top Strategies for Avoiding Construction Contract Disputes
6 of the World’s Most Impressive 3D Printed Buildings
The following six 3D-printed structures showcase what can be accomplished with this technology and might offer a glimpse of the global housing landscape in the years ahead.
Construction Sites Turn Down the Volume With New Methods and Technology
For as long as there’s been construction, there’s been jobsite noise. As our understanding of how excessive sound can affect workers’ health has improved, greater efforts have been made to limit their exposure.
Leveraging a Connected Platform Can Lead to an Improved Customer Journey
At a recent Groundbreak session hosted by Rob Frank, Customer Experience Director at BW Workplace Experts, attendees considered the benefits of using a connected platform to deliver first-class customer experience. Over the course of the … about Leveraging a Connected Platform Can Lead to an Improved Customer Journey
