Us SLAMS China With Solar Imports Tariffs
May 20
Solar tariffs threaten the growing installation industry in the United States The Obama Administration has decided to force an over 30 percent tariff on affordable solar imports from China, in a move that threatens the growing solar installation industry in the United states. From the Associated Press: The Obama administration moved Thursday to impose stiff new tariffs on solar panels made...
London’s Olympic Park
May 19
A look at the venues built for the 2012 Games The Olympic Stadium will host the four spectacular Opening and Closing Ceremonies at London 2012, as well as some of the most iconic Games events. The Stadium is at the heart of the Olympic Park on an ‘island’ site, surrounded by waterways on three sides. Spectators will reach the venue via five bridges that link the site to the surrounding...
Miami Dade County Parks and Recreation BIG BUCKS, little sustainability
May 18
BIG BUCKS, little sustainability MDPROS’ forte is definitely in spending tax payer dollars.Their spending sprees run rampant, often times, to the tune of millions of dollars of overspending/misspending. The caveat, however, is their lack of sustainability and/or lack of proper implementation for better uses of these open spaces. Dade County’s concept of “going green”,...
Bovis Settles
May 18
NEW YORK — The largest construction fraud settlement was announced in New York City after a three-year investigation in which FBI Assistant Director Janice Fedarcyk said, “Bovis, which also worked on the September 11th Memorial, “Habitually added one to two hours of unworked overtime per day on time sheets.” The wrondoing took place for over a 10 year period starting in 1999. Bovis...
Tunneling Under Miami
May 18
In what’s sure to be one of many major roadway overhauls taking place in major American cities as aging and obsolete infrastructure produce headaches and draw public attention, the thriving Port of Miami is undergoing a major tunneling project to connect the economic hub directly with Southern Florida’s major highway systems. The project, with estimations from $1-2 billion, was approved in...
International Progress
May 17
ORANJESTAD – Aruba will be making headway on their healthcare system this coming year. The government has signed agreements with AIB (Aruba Investment Bank) and SOGA Foundation to move forward on this long awaited project. A design team of architects have been selected to design the facility expansion and plans are schedule to start construction as early as November 2012. This milestone for...
Architectural Trends 2012
May 17
As the construction industry claws its way back from one of the most severe contractions in decades, designers are looking to reinvigorate and redefine the field with innovative architectural stylings that will give a new generation of buildings a lean, intelligent identity. Informed by a green sensibility and a renewed commitment to versatile utility, the following design trends are building...
Dade County, Tax Payer $$
May 17
Ever wonder where your taxpayer dollars go? Here are some fun facts for you: In 2010, I read an article in the paper detailing First Lady, Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move Campaign” initiative, promoting fit and healthy alternatives for children. Coupled with Miami-Dade County’s “Capital Improvements” projects, these neighborhood improvements would soon be underway. Amongst several...
Standard Practice
May 17
The question has been raised about the proper procedures for the installation of drywall in the with particular reference to the exposure to humidity and climate. In review of numerous articles and literature, there is not one standard or code that requires a space to be conditioned prior to the installation of drywall. References for drywall installation and environmental concerns only reflect...
FDOT’s Massive Undertaking
May 17
If you drive in Miami, then you are familiar with one of FDOT’s most massive undertakings to date. The SR 836/826 extension is baby to the District Six Work Program, a major component of the Miami-Dade Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (MPO) Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Here’s the deal – the Work Program is a project specific list of transportation activities and...
PM101
May 17
I can remember back when I was fumbling around with a roll of thermal paper thinking it was the greatest thing ever invented. No more dirty fingers or re-rolling the carbon paper to print the last sheet I desperately needed. Little did I know, if I left it in my truck, it would eventually disappear, so much for that invention. Technology has come a long way and not only has it changed the way we...
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May 02
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