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The new OCR with document AI tool provides another time-saving feature to streamline project financials in Corecon construction software. .stk-9a36a55{margin-bottom:0px !important} Corecon Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of cloud-based estimating, project management and job-cost construction software, now offers OCR functionality as…

The RAIC has opened its call for submissions for its slate of annual awards. The RAIC Gold Medal, the Architectural Practice Award and the Emerging Architectural Practice award will be joined by three revamped awards previously under the biannual Awards of…

Choosing the right project is essential for the successful completion of any construction project. However, the selection of a project can be daunting, especially if you’re not familiar with the various methodologies available. This blog provides a step-by-step guide on how…

By the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) When it comes to alternative-powered construction equipment, there’s little doubt that electric-powered compact machines have gained the most traction. “The 48-volt battery packs and the duty cycles of compact machines are well matched,” said…

A century ago, the coast of southwest Florida was a maze of swamps and shoals, prone to frequent flooding and almost impossible to navigate by boat. These days, the region is home to more than 2 million people, and over the…

WHAT IS A BASE PLATE? Baseplates hold up the guardrail posts of non-penetrating free-standing roof barrier systems that can be used in a temporary and/or permanent installation. Their weight, material, and profile are all considered when looking to protect your flat…

Ever wondered what the difference is between an RFI vs. RFP vs. RFQ? While they’re all meant to help construction firms gather certain types of information from vendors, they each have their own distinct use and purpose. The differentiating factor ultimately…

Each year the Canadian construction industry celebrates the achievements and contributions of their peers through a number of special awards presented at the Canadian Construction Association’s (CCA) annual conference. CCA’s National Awards recognize individuals, organizations and projects that promote and enhance…

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) is seeking applicants to serve as technical experts on the Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard (WE•Stand) Direct Potable Water Reuse Task Group. The scope of the Direct Potable Water Reuse Task Group…

“People are looking for information quicker than ever before, they want to be able to access information when they want it. Timescapes provides a way for homeowners to take a quick look at what’s going on.” Hear more from David DeKort,…

TransEd believes it will have a design solution for concrete cracks found along the Valley Line Southeast elevated tracks in the coming months. In an update posted last week to a TransEd Twitter page, the company’s CEO says progress has been made…

A new sustainable community with a futuristic look is being built in London, as work finally begins on Eve Park. London’s $55-million net-zero community that pledges to feed as much energy back to the grid as it uses is on the…

Infrastructure construction contracts signed before the pandemic have become widely unworkable because of the surging cost of labor and materials, supply-chain blockages and difficulties in securing manpower, according to builder Webuild SpA. Milan-based Webuild is wrestling with a 2019 agreement with…

Every business owner knows that a successful company is based on how well it works. Inefficiency hurts the success of a business. It can cause it to fall behind its rivals. If your manufacturing business is not running well, it can…

Using the most appropriate materials is always one of the key requirements for a successful construction project. If you don’t choose the right materials, it could mean that the rest of the project is doomed to fail. Even if it’s completed…