Latest industry trends.
Renewable energy projects rely on faster, more efficient infrastructure delivery. Solar farms, battery energy storage systems, wind energy support facilities, hydrogen plants, and microgrids are becoming critical components of modern energy networks. Projects face challenges such as labor shortages and remote locations.
Posted 2 days ago. 4 min read.
Offsite and modular construction are growing quickly. Safety is central to successful projects. Eaton and Wesco joined Offsite Dirt Network at Eaton's Experience Center in Pittsburgh to discuss evolving electrical codes, safety requirements, and energy standards for residential and commercial construction.
Posted Aug 12. 4 min read.
Flashing is a key building detail that helps prevent water intrusion. It is often hidden behind finished walls but is important to building envelope performance.
Posted Aug 11. 3 min read.
Construction is facing greater complexity, labor challenges, and rapid innovation. Offsite Dirt Network spoke with Andrea Janzen, founder of Ambition Theory, about how leadership is changing from traditional management styles.
Posted Aug 6. 4 min read.
The article asks event planners to think about why they are attending a conference, summit, or expo, who they need to meet, and what problem they want to solve.
Posted Aug 5. 3 min read.
Mechanical contractors are moving more work from the field into prefab shops. Pipe racks, equipment skids, mechanical assemblies, multi-trade racks, and entire building systems are being built in controlled production environments before delivery to the jobsite.
Posted Jul 30. 4 min read.