Engineering And Construction

2026 design rankings show buyers now shop for engineering talent

BD+C’s 2026 Giants 400 and ENR’s international list point to the same constraint: specialized engineering depth. Owners are adjusting procurement and contracts.

Let's Get to Know Your Product - Donald Hillman

Multiplastic delivers specialized resin and raw material solutions for diverse manufacturing applications with expert product managers and sustainable…

RD-6 Application in Peru

RD-6 cold-applied coating system prevents corrosion on high-altitude mining pipelines in Peru's Andes, enabling faster installation and long-term asset…

Humanoid and legged robots are ready for brownfield factories, but three technical gaps still stand in the way

Science and industry sources converge: legged robots can navigate existing factory floors, but reliability, dexterity, and data remain unsolved.

Albany's construction sector signals growth from Regeneron's $2B expansion to rising contractor billings

Regeneron's $2B Saratoga expansion, climbing GC billings, and a wave of new regional offices mark a busy construction cycle for the Capital Region.

Prologis files plans for 516,000-sq-ft, 99-megawatt data center in South San Jose

Prologis has filed plans with San Jose city planners for a three-story, 516,000-square-foot data center at 5977 Silver Creek Valley Road.

Data center demand and rising costs define commercial construction in early 2026

CBIZ's Q1 2026 Commercial Construction Index points to surging data center work, stubborn labor shortages, and climbing material prices as the quarter's definin

The reshoring boom that wasn't: U.S. factory construction keeps falling despite tariff push

New factory construction in the U.S. has fallen steadily since 2024, even as tariffs and political pressure push reshoring commitments.

Construction's AI fight moves to data as 38% of contractors report measurable impact

AI adoption in construction is accelerating, with 38% of contractors reporting measurable business impact, up from 17% a year ago, as platforms battle over data r

Construction's AI fight moves to data as 38% of contractors report measurable impact

AI adoption in construction is accelerating, with 38% of contractors reporting measurable impact, more than double last year's 17%, as platforms battle over data

Global Insights and Innovation: Mara Rintamaki at the IPS Sales Meeting in Mexico City

In an industry where incremental improvements can reshape entire supply chains, product innovation remains the quiet engine driving long-term growth. Companies like TekniPlex are increasingly leaning into global collaboration, recognizing that insights from diverse markets—whether in North America or beyond—fuel smarter, more adaptive solutions. Events like international sales meetings serve not just as…

Krazy Shawn Blooper Reel

Krazy Shawn’s 4th of July Extravaganza Blooper Reel Embarking on a video shoot is both thrilling and demanding, requiring meticulous planning, equipment setup, and team coordination to capture the perfect shots. However, things don’t always go as expected – but that’s where the magic of a blooper reel comes in! As we approach the 4th,…

Krazy Shawn’s 4th of July Extravaganza

Hi folks, I’m Krazy Shawn! Welcome to our 4th of July Extravaganza! Here at Kasa we are always going for the gold. We’re soaring to new heights with our state-of-the-art panel shop. At Kasa we are blowing up low quality with our meticulously wired panels and our UL certifications. Built to your specs or custom…

Krazy Shawn’s Panel Shop 2.0

Krazy Shawn is back! Hi! This is Krazy Shawn over at Krazy Shawn’s Panel Shop here at Kasa Controls and Automation! Due to recent events, not only have prices been reduced, but so have I to a mere avatar of myself in this animated cartoon! But our panel shop is real and I’m chopping down…

What’s in the Shop? Episode 1

What’s in the Shop? is an ongoing video series offering a behind-the-scenes look at daily life inside the Kasa Controls & Automation panel build shop. Each episode captures real-time moments from the floor — from control panels in progress and detailed wiring work to team milestones and everyday shop culture. While many episodes highlight…

Albers Testimonial

Virtually No Downtime   Albers Finishing & Solutions is a family-owned and operated company in Cheney, Kansas. The company specializes in processing parts by liquid painting, plating or anodizing to solve their customers finishing needs. The company’s origins began with an opportunity to deliver finished pieces to a business partner, which meant they’d need a…

Chainless Conveyor Motion

Overhead Friction-Driven Conveyor for Finishing IntelliFinishing automated, complete finishing systems features a cutting-edge conveyor that offers a superior alternative to traditional power & free systems—without the need for a chain. This friction-driven conveyor uses a spinning drive tube to propel the carrier. The trolley assembly’s wheels are angled, enabling the carrier to move forward or…

Inclusion Beyond Compliance: What It Really Takes to Build Workplace Cultures Where People Feel Seen, Supported, and Free to Belong

Inclusion is often reduced to policies and checklists, but its true measure shows up in everyday experiences — in whether people feel seen, supported, and able to contribute without hiding parts of who they are. When organizations move beyond compliance and toward genuine understanding, they open the door to talent, perspective, and potential that…

Personal Branding Now Drives B2B Success, Customer Trust, and Competitive Advantage

Personal branding has rapidly shifted from a “nice-to-have” to a strategic imperative in B2B marketing, reshaping how companies communicate, differentiate, and build trust. As industries evolve and professionals take on more dynamic, multi-stream careers, visibility and authenticity have become critical assets. Key findings from the Edelman + LinkedIn Thought Leadership Impact Report show that…

People-Centric HR in Practice: How Jen Schomer Turns Organizational Chaos into a Culture of Trust and Performance

In today’s whiplash workplace—where startups scale fast, funding dries up faster, and employee expectations keep evolving—HR isn’t a back-office function anymore. The rise of fractional leadership, remote teams, and constant regulatory change has forced companies to rethink how they support people while still hitting business goals. Leaders are realizing that “culture issues” often trace…

Inside the Mind of an Innovator: How Marketing Leader Kim Lopez-Walters Blends Curiosity, Strategy, and Consumer Insight to Build Products People Love

In a business landscape where AI and automation are reshaping how brands understand consumers, the craft of human-centered innovation is becoming both rarer and more valuable. Companies are seeking leaders who blend strong analytical thinking with an interest in real human behavior, helping them make sense of new trends and create products that connect with…

Why Empathy Matters in Today’s Workplace and How It Builds Better Teams

Empathy has become a business competency, not a soft nice-to-have. With hybrid teams, rapid AI adoption, and a workforce increasingly vocal about identity and inclusion, companies are being pushed to rethink what effective leadership looks like right now. Research and workplace trend reports consistently show that employees who feel seen and supported are more…

Why the Best Leaders Don’t Climb Straight Ladders: How Karen Alter Built Success Through Detours

As companies push to decarbonize, modernize infrastructure, and bring new technologies to market, the leaders who stand out aren’t always the ones who followed a straight career path. Increasingly, it’s the people with the zigzags—the folks who’ve worked across different industries, adapted to new environments, and learned to make decisions under pressure—who bring the…

Ensuring Excellence: How Quality Assurance Shapes Every Successful Project

In an era of rising climate volatility and tighter construction tolerances, waterproofing has quietly become one of the most consequential guardians of a building’s long-term health. Too often, the industry treats it as an afterthought—something buried behind walls, beneath slabs, or under layers of finish—but the truth is that its success or failure can…

The Power of Reinvention: How Debbie Crouse Crafted a Career Across Industries

As the modern workforce continues to evolve, conversations around balance, fulfillment, and flexibility are taking center stage. With hybrid work redefining expectations and career paths becoming less linear, professionals are asking deeper questions about what “success” really means. According to Gallup’s latest data, only 31% of U.S. employees were engaged at work in…

Coaching Away the Imposter Voice: Transforming Self-Doubt into Self-Acceptance

Authenticity isn’t about perfection — it’s about having the courage to show up as your true self, even when self-doubt creeps in. Many of us wrestle with imposter syndrome, people-pleasing, and the fear of being seen, but real growth happens when we embrace vulnerability and learn to trust our own voice. By letting go of…

Fighter Jets, Fintech, and the Frontier of AI: Mastering the Art of Adaptable Leadership with Gregory Gorman

Leaders who inspire resilience and adaptability are becoming essential as AI and rapid innovation reshape how businesses operate

Big-Brand Marketing, SMB Scale: Start with Strategy, Build on Trust and Measure What Matters

Small and medium businesses (SMBs) are facing a defining paradox in today’s digital marketplace. Access to powerful marketing technologies — from automation and CRM platforms to AI-driven analytics — has never been greater, yet cutting through the noise has never been harder. According to Salesforce’s Digital Marketing Guide for SMBs, even as these tools…

The Secret to Smarter Hiring: Tapping Fractional Executives for the Right Expertise, Right When You Need It

The rise of the “fractional” executive—leaders who lend their expertise to multiple organizations on a part-time or project basis—marks a major shift in how top talent engages with growing companies. As businesses seek agility without sacrificing expertise, fractional roles are becoming a powerful alternative to full-time hires. In fact, a report found that temporary business…

How to Build a Purpose-Driven Career in the Age of AI and Acceleration

In a world reshaped by AI, global connectivity, and relentless technological advancement, the pace of disruption has never been greater. Careers are being reinvented as industries transform, and individuals everywhere are being challenged to find meaning, adaptability, and creativity in their professional paths. According to Deloitte’s 2024 Gen Z and Millennial Survey, 86% of…