Practitioners of Lean Construction can point to many examples of impressive results. When a project is completed efficiently, it doesn’t just benefit the financial stakeholders. Workers at all levels experience greater satisfaction by being associated with a successful venture that exemplifies excellence.
It can be tempting to push ahead with building schedules even when mother nature isn’t cooperating. But ignoring the dangers of harsh conditions is not wise. There are better ways to handle the challenges of inclement weather.
“Warehouse construction involves some very specific considerations that take some people by surprise. Here are five issues you’ll need to confront if you’re contemplating a warehouse project.”
Glass has come a long way since the ancient Egyptians used it to make beads and decorative objects. Now, various types of glass are used for a wide range of construction needs.
Now, digital programs allow building managers to control HVAC, lighting, water, security, alarm systems, safety measures, elevators and escalators automatically, through one portal.
We’ve built more than 70 million square feet of commercial and industrial space since we opened our doors in 1946. That’s the equivalent of 1,215 football fields.
As energy prices soar, individuals and organizations are increasingly focused on energy efficiency. That makes sense from a cost-saving point of view. And it’s good for the environment. Fortunately, the outlook for more energy efficient systems is brighter now than ever before. Recent advances in technology have facilitated a quantum leap in this area—through energy modeling, also known as whole-building energy modeling (BEM).
“Effective personnel management extends beyond the obvious physical considerations. Employee morale is just as important. And that is affected by less-tangible factors such as company culture, leadership character, communication, and expectation levels.”
On March 29, the Fleming Construction Group was recognized at the Butler National Builder Meeting awards banquet and reception at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel in Phoenix with two awards for our 2021 work as Butler builders. The first was for Cumulative Butler Sales Volume of $140 million and $145 million based on our 2021 company performance, and the second was for being Butler’s Western Region Volume Builder of the Year.
Functionality is always the first requirement for any building design. But form is just important. In commercial building construction—large-scale tilt-wall buildings in particular—esthetic considerations are often minimized. But even in this realm, limitless opportunities exist for innovation and creative excellence.
