Construction Engineering & Management provides information on Equipments, Contracts, Project Management and cost estimation of project.
The two main disciplines of construction, i.e. the design and the construction is separated by the tradition system of construction. The design is carried out by the consultant (design engineer) and the construction is carried out by the contractor. It is ...
Fire and other safety features of high rise buildings and structures is essential. Types and concerns related to these features is discussed. The high-rise building construction concept when compared with other buildings, possess certain features and characteristics that makes them unique ...
A tunnel construction is an underground passage provided beneath earth surface or water. Different methods of tunnel construction and their details are discussed. In most of the cases tunnel construction is expensive but it saves time and provides comfort. Large excavation ...
Construction management software helps to manage and execute construction project activities easily and effectively. Comparisons, features and benefits of these software are discussed. From the last 10-15 years’ technology has grown to become a necessary part of our lives. New innovations, ...
Road or rail line projects involves construction of culverts and minor bridges. Siting considerations and investigation of catchment area for construction of culverts and minor bridges is discussed. If detailed investigation is carried for every project, more time will be consumed ...
Highway sound barrier walls works as a sound energy absorber before sound reaches the receiver. Purpose, advantages and design of sound barrier masonry walls is discussed. Highway Sound Barrier Masonry Walls Following points are discussed regarding highway sound barrier masonry walls:What is ...
BAMTEC carpet reinforcement system is most advanced and complex reinforcement system. BAMTEC carpet reinforcement system advantages, design and installation is discussed. BAMTEC carpet reinforcement system not only reduces the time for construction but it also reduces the cost of building under ...
Anchors in masonry structures are commonly used to attach different structural and nonstructural masonry components. Types, installation, anchorage length and its strength is discussed. The structural members which required anchors to be attached to masonry involves ledger beam, girders, floor and ...
Specifications for reinforcement and accessory metals used in the construction of masonry walls is provided by International Building Code (IBC 2009) and Building Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures (ACI 530.1-11). Various types of reinforcement and metal accessories is discussed in the ...
Construction automation helps in quality control and reduces construction time. Various applications and advantages of automation in construction is discussed. Need of Construction Automation and its Benefits The scope of construction automation is wide and involves the entire construction stages for instance ...