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The American Wood Council (AWC) has released seven updated cradle-to-gate, industry-wide environmental product declarations (EPDs) for wood products. These third-party verified updates replace the 2013 editions previously available for use in determining the environmental footprint of the industry’s principal products, as well…

The Calgary Stampede and development partner Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC) are thrilled to unveil the design for the expansion of the BMO Convention Centre – Calgary’s premier meetings and convention venue since 1982. This visually stunning expansion, valued at $500…

Dave Hunchak has been keeping busy entertaining squirrels while self-isolating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hunchuk began spending more time in his backyard feeding the neighbouring squirrels when thought of building a miniature saloon. “I have always loved interacting with the squirrels,…

The Brandt Group of Companies is pleased to announce that, effective June 7, 2020 they have reached an agreement regarding the material terms with Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. (“Topcon”) to acquire the assets of Ontario-based Sokkia Canada, subject to final executed agreements and approval…

Having finished rehabilitating a five-kilometre stretch of Highway 17 days ahead of schedule, it’s clear a relatively new-to-Canada 3D scanning model is living up to its hype. The Highway 17 project was started on June 1 near the southwest bypass from…

Despite low case numbers in the province, the Saskatchewan Health Authority is moving ahead with construction of field hospitals in Regina and Saskatoon. “While we hope we never have to use them, these facilities will, if effect, be our insurance policy,”…

Welcome to this week’s edition of Video Round Up, published by Construction Links Network. Top videos this week include the top 5 crazy new inventions for construction tools, gadgets and gear as well as mega construction projects – how they do…

As local and state governments are beginning a phased reopening of their economies, the International Code Council has compiled a guide of safety precautions and considerations for businesses looking to resume in-office activities. Acting as an aggregate information hub, the Code…

The World Plumbing Council (WPC), an international organization that aims to achieve the best possible plumbing for the world through growth and development of the world’s plumbing industries, has connected the International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) and the Plumbers…

In a technological world, ensuring that the next generation is prepared to thrive in the future is vital. This requires educators who motivate their students to reach their full potential. The Dick Hopkins award recognizes this, and is pleased to announce…

Researchers are working with a mobile robotic platform called Husky A200 that could be used for autonomous logistic tasks on construction sites. This mobile robot is one of many projects pursued by the Fraunhofer Italia Innovation Engineering Center to advance the…

CTV News reports that the Legault government has written a bill to fast-track infrastructure projects in order to stimulate the economy, but opposition parties say it will create more problems than it solves — namely, bringing back collusion and corruption to Quebec construction.…

Health Canada continues to assess all sources of information related to respirators that may not meet safety and effectiveness standards, and takes action to ensure that products that do not meet the applicable standards are relabelled as face masks for use in settings…

Hot weather accelerates early-age strength gain, which can be an advantage in construction, but temperatures that are too high could cause concrete durability problems such as delayed ettringite formation (DEF) or drying shrinkage. What effect does hot weather have on concreting?…

The lawyer for Caspian Construction is asking a judge to strike portions of a City of Winnipeg lawsuit against the company and several other defendants, arguing the allegations of fraud and conspiracy are too vague because they don’t specifically detail what…