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Thurber Engineering Partners with Gerdau and Harsco Environmental to Transform Steel Slag into Sustainable Road Construction Material

4 months ago

Thurber Engineering Partners with Gerdau and Harsco Environmental to Transform Steel Slag into Sustainable Road Construction Material

Thurber Engineering, in collaboration with Gerdau and Harsco Environmental, is researching the use of Electric Arc Furnace slag as a sustainable alternative to natural aggregates in hot mix asphalt, aiming to improve road construction practices in Ontario.

Understanding Metal Leaching and Acid Rock Drainage in British Columbia's Infrastructure Projects

4 months ago

Understanding Metal Leaching and Acid Rock Drainage in British Columbia's Infrastructure Projects

Thurber Engineering Ltd. emphasizes the importance of assessing and managing metal leaching and acid rock drainage in various infrastructure projects across British Columbia.

Thurber Engineering Ltd. Enhances Natural Resources Projects with Comprehensive Geotechnical Solutions

4 months ago

Thurber Engineering Ltd. Enhances Natural Resources Projects with Comprehensive Geotechnical Solutions

Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides specialized geotechnical, environmental, and construction materials engineering services to support the natural resources sector, addressing complex challenges from project inception to long-term monitoring.

Mitigating Construction Risks: Thurber Engineering's Comprehensive Strategies

4 months ago

Mitigating Construction Risks: Thurber Engineering's Comprehensive Strategies

Thurber Engineering Ltd. outlines eight essential strategies for minimizing risks in construction projects, focusing on subsurface assessments, material testing, and quality monitoring.

Bridgit Achieves Record Growth in 2025, Expands Global Footprint and AI Innovations

4 months ago

Bridgit Achieves Record Growth in 2025, Expands Global Footprint and AI Innovations

Bridgit, a leader in construction workforce planning software, reported significant growth in 2025, expanding its customer base and innovating with AI-driven solutions, further establishing its presence in the global construction sector.

Bridgit Launches AI-Powered Workforce Planning Tools to Enhance Construction Project Outcomes

4 months ago

Bridgit Launches AI-Powered Workforce Planning Tools to Enhance Construction Project Outcomes

Bridgit has unveiled Bridgit AI, a new suite of AI functions aimed at improving workforce planning in the construction industry. The tools are designed to streamline data usage and enhance decision-making processes.

Construction Leaders Embrace AI and Automation in Workforce Planning Amid Labor Crisis

4 months ago

Construction Leaders Embrace AI and Automation in Workforce Planning Amid Labor Crisis

A recent report reveals that nearly all construction executives plan to enhance workforce planning investments using AI and automation to tackle labor shortages affecting operations and project capacities.

Bridgit Recognized as One of Canada’s Top Growing Women-Led Companies

4 months ago

Bridgit Recognized as One of Canada’s Top Growing Women-Led Companies

Bridgit, a leader in construction workforce planning software, has been named one of Canada’s Top Growing Women-Led Companies by The Globe and Mail, highlighting its rapid growth and commitment to innovation in the construction sector.

Bridgit Unveils Experience Tracking to Revolutionize Construction Workforce Planning

4 months ago

Bridgit Unveils Experience Tracking to Revolutionize Construction Workforce Planning

Bridgit has launched its new Experience Tracking feature, designed to enhance construction workforce planning by leveraging employee experience data to build high-performing teams and improve project outcomes.

Understanding Construction Workforce Retention: Strategies for Success

4 months ago

Understanding Construction Workforce Retention: Strategies for Success

Retention in the construction industry is critical, with significant costs associated with employee turnover. Companies that prioritize career development and meaningful project assignments see improved retention rates and project success.

Broccolini Advances The Riv: A New Mixed-Use Rental Development in Toronto's Downtown-East

4 months ago

Broccolini Advances The Riv: A New Mixed-Use Rental Development in Toronto's Downtown-East

Broccolini is moving forward with The Riv, a 37-storey residential building in Toronto, aimed at providing over 350 rental units. Construction is set to begin soon, with completion targeted for 2029.

Aecon Group and Arctic Gateway Group Forge Partnership to Enhance Northern Trade Corridor

4 months ago

Aecon Group and Arctic Gateway Group Forge Partnership to Enhance Northern Trade Corridor

Aecon Group Inc. and Arctic Gateway Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening Canada's northern trade corridor and enhancing Arctic sovereignty.