Construction Innovation and Safety Conference
This year’s "Hack the Building Code" winners include innovations to prevent construction worker falls, capture carbon emissions, expedite...
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- Jan 6
- 3 min
Using Drones to Conduct Façade Inspections
Local Law 102 of 2020 A new DOB report seeks to take building safety to new heights, by exploring the potential use of drones for...
- Dec 28, 2020
- 1 min
Bird friendly design requirements for all new buildings and alterations
Local Law 15 of 2020 goes into effect on January 10, 2021 The Jacob K. Javits Center, newly completed full replacement of exterior...
- Dec 28, 2020
- 2 min
Fostering a “culture of safety”
DOB’s 2020 Digital: Safety, Innovation & Sustainability Conference DOB Commissioner Melanie E. LaRocca during the Worker Safety Report...
- Dec 28, 2020
- 2 min
Winners of the “Carbon Neutrality” and“Hack the Building Code” competitions
The winners of the DOB’s Carbon Neutrality and Hack the Building Code Innovation Challenges presented their entries during keynote...
- Jul 11, 2020
- 2 min
A state-of-the-art hall opens at LGA’s terminal B
On June 13, Skanska USA joined Governor Andrew Cuomo and Rick Cotton, Executive Director, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, to...
- Oct 14, 2019
- 1 min
Thomas Heatherwick’s Pier 55 Sculptural Concrete Pots Near Completion In Chelsea
The large concrete pots that form the foundation of Thomas Heatherwick’s Pier 55 park over the Hudson River are close to completion. As...
- Apr 18, 2019
- 2 min
ENGINEER’S CORNER: The Effects of “Frost Jacking” on Building Façades
By Paul Millman, PE, RA SUPERSTRUCTURES Engineers + Architects Now that spring has arrived, it’s a good time for building owners and...
- Apr 18, 2019
- 3 min
Below-Grade Waterproofing: Gravity Feed and Pressure Injection Applications
CGI Northeast’s concrete gel injection waterproofing system is best known for its ability to eliminate water intrusion using a...
- Jan 18, 2019
- 3 min
Industry & Community Resources
Andromeda Advantage Inc Andromeda Advantage Inc. (“Andromeda”) is the construction industry’s premier professional services firm, working...
- Oct 12, 2018
- 2 min
How Sensors are Building Smart Jobsite ‘Ecosystems’
The construction industry, which has been typically underserved by technology, is now embracing digital solutions to improve project...
- Oct 12, 2018
- 1 min
Archtober 2018 Kicks Off in NYC!
New York City’s 8th Annual Architecture and Design Month has begun! Dubbed Archtober, the month-long festival features architectural...
- Oct 12, 2018
- 2 min
New NYC Real-Time Interactive Maps
In May 2018, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) launched its Permit Application Finder, an interactive web map...
- Jul 12, 2018
- 2 min
Glen-Gery at NYCSRA's Sixth Annual Technical Meeting
On Thursday, April 26, the New York City Special Riggers Association (NYCSRA) held its sixth annual technical meeting featuring a...
- Jul 12, 2018
- 2 min
Skyline Hosts MAPEI Seminar on Concrete Restoration
In late March, the new, spacious headquarters of Skyline Restoration and Andromeda in Long Island City proved to be an ideal site to host...
- Jul 12, 2018
- 3 min
Is Your HVAC System Ready for Summer?
As we get deeper into summer, it’s crucial that your HVAC system is functioning properly, and by evaluating your system’s health...
- Jul 12, 2018
- 1 min
New Brick Could Replace Traditional Insulation
Insulation is used to slow and reduce the transfer of heat, which flows by means of conduction, convection or radiation. Traditionally,...
- Jul 12, 2018
- 1 min
3-D Visualization of Manhattan
Taylor Baldwin, a software engineer from media company, BuzzFeed, has created a new 3-dimensional data visualization of Manhattan. The...
- Feb 16, 2018
- 2 min
Using AI to Reduce Injuries in Construction
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role in the construction industry, particularly in researching, testing...
- Feb 16, 2018
- 1 min
New OSHA Requirements for Recordkeeping and Reporting Injury and Illness
As of February 1, 2018, many employers with more than 10 employees are required to keep a record of serious work-related injuries and...
- Feb 16, 2018
- 2 min
2018 Construction Industry Trade Show Guide
The following industry events, trade shows and conferences are designated as opportunities for construction professionals to exchange...
- Nov 28, 2017
- 2 min
In Effect, OSHA’s New Silica Rule Aims to Reduce Workers’ Exposure
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a new Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard – one for construction...
- Jan 27, 2017
- 1 min
New York City’s Archaeological Finds Featured On a New Informative Website
The New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) recently launched a new website with almost a million objects dedicated to the...
- Oct 26, 2016
- 3 min
New Phases of Online Transactions with NYC DOB Are NOW in Effect and Mandatory
On September 12, 2016, the third phase of the DOB NOW program - Safety - was put into effect. The new phase provides an online portal for...