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Aptella: Optimising infrastructure design

Aptella tailors its solutions to ensure it can meet the individual requirements of each project. Images: Aptella.Automation and positioning technology provider Aptella has acquired Synergy Pavesmart,...

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Bridges: Tell us your story

Image courtesy of Main Roads WA.Do you build, supply materials/services or assist in the design of bridges? In the upcoming February edition of Roads & …The postBridges: Tell us your storyappeared...

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Dynapac: The future of rollers

Dynapac CEA’s rollers tick boxes in ergonomics, operator platform, visibility, and cab comfort. Images: CEA.In striving for optimum sustainability, Transport NSW has purchased 38 Soil and Asphalt...

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$100M boost for active transport

Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government.Applications are now open to all state and territory governments and Local Government Authorities across Australia for the development of …The...

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Significant step reached for new Bridgewater Bridge

Image courtesy of PlanRadar.A major milestone has been reached on the new $786 million Bridgewater Bridge project in Tasmania, with the pouring of …The postSignificant step reached for new...

• Civil Engineering

Road safety works underway across Victoria

Image: stock.adobe.com/YARphotographer.The Victorian Government will work with councils to deliver vital upgrades on local roads over the next three years. The …The postRoad safety works underway...

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Mickleham Road Upgrade Australia’s first use of low-carbon concrete

Image: stock.adobe.com/ aboutmomentsimagesThe Mickleham Road Upgrade- Stage 1 has used a new concrete mix which holds the potential to help decarbonise the …The postMickleham Road Upgrade...

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Early SRL works underway at Monash

Image courtesy of the Victorian Government.Early construction works for the Suburban Rail Loop have commenced in Monash, Melbourne, preparing the site for a new underground …The postEarly SRL works...

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Converge: Construction’s one-stop-shop

Converge will provide a sneak peek into the future of the construction sector, showing off innovative materials, machines and methods. Image: Image: stock.adobe.com/Summit Art Creations.Want to see...

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Contract awarded for $170m wastewater infrastructure project

Jacobs and Seymour Whyte (JSW), a joint venture, has been awarded a management contract for stage 1 of the multi-stage Upper South Creek Networks Program. Image: Sydney WaterSydney Water has secured...

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A mini solution for a big challenge

Minitap allows for large offtake hot tapping in standard low pressure pipes. All images: MinitapMinitap is shaking up the hot tapping sector with its compact and cost-effective solution. As civil...

• Civil Engineering

Midtown Auckland to receive major wastewater upgrade

The new wastewater infrastructure is part of the Auckland Council Group’s midtown regeneration programme. Image: Watercare New ZealandWatercare New Zealand is to begin work on a new NZ$115 million...

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Piping progress for regional growth

Adept Civil specialises in water and sewerage pipelines, pump stations, and associated services, consistently meeting industrial codes. Image: Adept CivilThe Southern Growth Area has been designated...

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HDD tech talk to provide insight on coating protection

The event will take place on Wednesday, October 30 from 5pm to 8pm at Raffles Hotel in Applecross, Western Australia. Image: Stock.Adobe / Anton GvozdikovA technical presentation on designing for...

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Suburban Rail Loop tunnelling on track for 2026 start

Construction of SRL is forging ahead across all six station sites from Cheltenham to Box Hill. Image: Adobe.Stock / Danuta HyniewskaTunnelling works on the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) in Victoria are on...

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Powerful partnership delivers water main project in Auckland

Challenging ground conditions put ADNZ equipment to the test. Image: J&R ContractingAll Drill NZ (ADNZ) is a long-time supply partner of the New Zealand drilling industry. Providing everything from...

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Tech tools revolutionising manhole inspections

The QuickView 360 camera in action. Image: SECATools that are revolutionising manhole inspections will be on display at an Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia (IPWEA) event …The...

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Sustainable timber decking alternatives from Carpentry Australia

Images: Pcess609/stock.adobe.comAt Carpentry Australia, we’re all about building a better Australia with a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and supporting our …The postSustainable...

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Women in Construction survey shows gender diversity shortages

Image: Infrastructure NSWThe NSW Government released results from its annual Women in Construction survey, highlighting the need for stronger efforts to promote …The postWomen in Construction...

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Top 10 Articles of 2014

Publish date: Mon, 26 January 2015

Take a look at Construction Business Owner’s most-read articles from 2014 for advice on marketing, digital innovations and developing strong relationshipsAccording to our 2014 analytics, you were...

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CBO and Viewpoint Construction Software Present Free Webinar: “To Live and Die by Change Order Management”

Publish date: Fri, 22 May 2015

Gregg Schoppman to share how to drive profits through proactive measurementsBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (May 15, 2015)—Construction Business Owner, the leading business management magazine for contractors, is...

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Construction Business Owner Magazine & Procore Present Webinar: The Power of “I” in BIM”

Publish date: Wed, 26 October 2016

Learn how to harness the power of information to provide better projectsBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (October 26, 2016)—Construction Business Owner, the leading business management magazine for contractors,...

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Construction Business Owner Magazine & Procore Present Webinar: 7 Construction Software Trends to Keep Your Business on the Cutting Edge”

Publish date: Wed, 17 January 2018

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (January 17, 2018)—Construction Business Owner, the leading business magazine for contractors, is pleased to announce a free webinar presented in partnership with Procore.The live,...

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CBO Opens Nominations for Outstanding Women in Construction 2020

Publish date: Wed, 01 July 2020

Join us in honoring the industry’s Outstanding Women in Construction.Construction Business Owner (CBO) Magazine is honoring some of the construction industry’s most hardworking construction...

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How approved plumbers see work changing after the pandemic

Publish date: Tue, 07 July 2020

July 7, 2020A survey* of approved plumbers by the Water Regulation Advisory Scheme (WRAS) has shown how they see the Covid-19 pandemic impacting the industry in the long term.Two thirds (68%) of...

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Tribute To Sutton Heating & Plumbing Firm’s Dedication To Community During Lockdown

Publish date: Tue, 18 August 2020

August 18, 2020Carshalton Boilers received a special visit from Sutton Mayor Cllr Trish Fivey and Deputy Mayor Cllr Annie Moral in recognition of its dedication to responding to the town’s heating...

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Façade Fire Safety Webinar 6/10/20

Publish date: Tue, 08 September 2020

NEN, SFPE and BBN(*) are organizing a webinar about fire safety of facades which is due to take place on the 6th October 2020 starting at 15:00 (CEST). The latest scientific insights are shared by...

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JOB VACANCY: Lecturer in Plumbing & Gas

Publish date: Mon, 01 February 2021

February 1, 2021Lecturer in Plumbing & Gas£33,886 to £41,388 per annum, inclusive of enhanced London Weighting AllowanceFull Time, Permanent1. PURPOSE OF THE JOB:To plan, teach/deliver and develop...

• Education

JOB VACANCY: Lecturer in Plumbing

Publish date: Mon, 01 February 2021

February 1, 2021Lecturer in Plumbing£33,886 to £41,388 per annum, inclusive of enhanced London Weighting AllowanceFull Time, Permanent“I never thought I would become a teacher after working in...

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COVID-19: Impact and Responses in the Construction Industry

Publish date: Mon, 01 February 2021

By Anastasia Herasimovich & Matthew I. Martin: Baker McKenzie COVID-19 continues to present challenges to owners and impose new regulatory requirements with respect to workplace health and safety. We...

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