New construction techniques may soon change the way bridges are built and replaced, as technological innovations have resulted in projects that can be completed in days, not months.
Bridge construction innovations allow quick replacement jobs
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IronPlanet on Apr 19, 2012 9:21:00 AM
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For years, a major topic of debate in Massachusetts has been the construction of "Cape Wind," an offshore wind farm that would provide power to the New England area. After much debate over Cape Wind, the project has been approved at both the local and federal levels, and it now appears to be moving forward.
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New home construction hits unexpected stumbling block
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IronPlanet on Apr 17, 2012 9:44:00 AM
Although recent months have shown a surge in new housing starts, the Commerce Department's recent report for March indicates that construction on new homes has fallen off considerably, reports Bloomberg.
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Prospects looking up for Minnesota construction workers
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IronPlanet on Apr 12, 2012 9:53:00 AM
Across the country, construction workers are slowly beginning to find work again after the economic downturn caused funding for many projects to dry up. In Minnesota, workers in the construction industry are excited about their future job prospects, according to Minnesota Public Radio.
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Global sales of construction equipment hit an all-time high last year, suggesting that the construction industry is getting back to work after the economic downturn took its toll on many contractors.
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A recent report released by the Associated General Contractors of America reveals that Denver leads the way among metropolitan areas when it comes to construction jobs added over the past year, the Denver Post reports.
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Massachusetts biopharmaceutical companies expand to the tune of $2 billion
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IronPlanet on Apr 6, 2012 8:33:00 AM
Sometimes, the success of one industry can assist with another. That's the case in Massachusetts, where a boom in biopharmaceutical companies is leading to a similar rise in construction jobs.
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AEG hopes to start LA NFL stadium construction next year
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IronPlanet on Apr 5, 2012 9:05:00 AM
Many NFL fans have heard talk for a while now of a team possibly moving to Los Angeles, but so far it's all been just rumors and speculation. Although no team has officially announced they're moving to California anytime soon, construction is moving ahead on the stadium that would eventually house the mystery team, reports ESPN.
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Marlins Park represents a step forward for baseball stadiums
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IronPlanet on Apr 4, 2012 5:28:00 AM
At first glance, those comparing the brand-new Marlins Park in downtown Miami to the historic Camden Yards in Baltimore may not find much in common. However, the two buildings have more linking them than one might imagine, writes USA Today.
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Apartment construction in the Washington, D.C., area is reportedly booming - so much so that developers may have overestimated the demand, reports the Washington Business Journal.
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