Friday, September 20, 2024 
ConTech: Latest Trends and Innovations – No. 67
A look at the world of Construction Technology – by Arnie Gess, publisher of Construction Links Network. Do you have the latest scoop in construction technology? Submit your news releases to us! There is no cost to have your press release published on…
Canadian Building Construction Investment Rises in May
According to the latest report from Statistics Canada, the investment in building construction saw a modest rebound in May 2024. Month-over-month, the investment edged up by 0.8%, reaching a total of $20.8 billion. This recovery follows a 2.0% decline experienced in…
How Crystal Creek Homes is Saving Money and Helping Suppliers with Quickly
A win-win solution How Crystal Creek Homes is saving money and helping suppliers with Quickly. Business challenge Crystal Creek’s suppliers need faster payments to keep up with their working capital needs. Crystal Creek wanted to find a way to keep their…
Expand Your Skills with ACG’s CxA Workshop and Exam
The AABC Commissioning Group (ACG) will offer two in-person opportunities to participate in its well-respected Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA) Workshop and Exam this fall. The two-day, 12-hour workshop will be held September 18-19 at ACG headquarters in Washington, D.C. The one-day,…
The future of construction: From building booms to control rooms
Dr. Qian Chen of UBC Okanagan bridges her experiences from China and Canada to advance digital construction technologies, particularly Building Information Modelling (BIM). Growing up near Shanghai, she witnessed China’s rapid construction boom, inspiring her research into how technology can revolutionize…
2023 IAPMO Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard Now Available
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) has published the 2023 edition of the Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard (WE•Stand) in both hardcopy and electronic versions, completing a three-year consensus development cycle accredited by the American National Standards Institute…
CIO Awards Canada 2024: Graham’s Technology Team Awarded
IDC Canada & CIO Recognize Enterprise Excellence and Innovation in IT. IDC Canada and CIO have named Graham as a CIO Awards Canada 2024 award winner. Every year, CIO recognizes the tech world’s most innovative organizations and accomplished leaders. This year marks the third year of…
How to Mitigate Summertime Hazards for Outdoor Workers
Warmer weather means everything comes back to life for the summer — even those pesky bugs, snakes and dangerous plants. And while these organisms may be a hassle for casual outdoors enjoyers, they can pose serious occupational hazards for outdoor workers. …
How Do You Choose the Proper Fall Protection for Your Building?
Choice can be both a challenging and delightful thing. What type of donut or bagel should I get at Tim Horton’s? Which flavor of ice cream should I choose at Baskin Robbins? However, choosing the proper fall protection for your building—especially…
Supporting Canadian Communities: RONA Foundation Donates $1M to NPOs
The RONA Foundation, which oversees the philanthropic activities of RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating and servicing some 425 corporate and affiliated stores, will present a total of $1,000,000 to seven non-profit organizations (NPOs) as part of the…
Former IAPMO CEO Chaney Awarded ANSI Honor
Former International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) CEO GP Russ Chaney has been named the recipient of the American National Standards Institute’s (ANSI) Chairman’s Award, which recognizes “exemplary contributions to the voluntary consensus standardization community and efforts to increase the…
Ensure Compliance with Air Emissions Regulations
Stay ahead of air emissions regulations with T. Harris Environmental Management Inc. They offer comprehensive solutions for monitoring and reporting emissions from building systems and manufacturing processes. Their certified professionals will guide you through every step, from assessing reporting requirements to…
Documenting subsurface utilities with PIX4Dcatch
Accurate trench documentation is key in construction. A firm successfully implements mobile scanning app PIX4Dcatch for this purpose. Accurate documentation of subsurface utilities is crucial in construction because it ensures compliance with regulations and standards and provides a clear record for…
A Guide to Surviving Another Software Mandate: A Six-Part Series
by Corey Clasen, Implementation Service Manager – MEPF – NA – Revizto Picture this: You’re a Specialty Subcontractor that’s been added to a project and the GC decides to mandate Revizto as the coordination software you’ll be using. Before you roll…
10 Advantages of Utilizing Concrete Pumps in Construction
What: This article explores the advantages of using concrete pumps in construction, explains the types of concrete pumps (boom pumps and line pumps), and provides guidance on how to choose the right concrete pump for specific projects. Why: To inform construction…
