10 ways AI is improving construction site security
AI and machine learning are reducing construction site accidents, theft, vandalism and hazardous operating conditions by analyzing 24/7 video feeds in real-time, gaining new predictive insights and contextual intelligence into threats. According to the National Equipment Register, construction theft losses often…
New eco-friendly, decomposing construction foam unveiled
Researchers have come up with a new, more eco-friendly and effective form of building insulation material. The new material was developed due to the shortcomings of the traditional polyurethane-based foam insulators. These traditional insulators harm the environment via the release of volatile compounds…
Statistics Canada – October building permits down 14.6%
Municipalities issued building permits worth $8.2 billion in October, down 14.6% from the previous month. September’s peak was the second highest value on record, with October’s results more in line with recent months. Commercial permits in Ontario fall to earth after record month…
5 reasons to choose Biiibo for last-mile delivery
Biiibo offers on-time, under budget building supply deliveries in Toronto, the GTA and beyond. At Biiibo, we have one collective goal: to provide customers with a last-mile delivery service they can count on. Our staff knows firsthand how much time and money can be…
News Round Up – November 30, 2020 by Construction Links Network
Welcome to this week’s special edition of the News Round Up published by Construction Links Network. This week, we are celebrating Buildings Week which typically would consist of person-to-person conferences and tradeshows in Toronto and Calgary. However, we all know that…
How to build a zero-carbon skyscraper
A typical skyscraper has a massive carbon footprint, both embedded in the production of materials such as concrete and steel and from the energy used to keep it running. But if this new, conceptual 105-story skyscraper is built, it could operate…
Bulletin 258: Fire Watch Building Personnel
It is not uncommon for building fire alarm control panels, sprinkler risers, standpipes, etc. to be temporarily taken out of service when repairs are necessary. In other cases, a particular zone or detection device might be temporarily taken offline while waiting…