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Industry News

74 Percent of Contractors Plan to Use Advanced Technology to Alleviate Workforce Shortages

The commercial construction industry is looking to advanced technologies to alleviate workforce shortages and improve productivity. The Q4 2018 USG Corporation + US Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index shows that over half of contractors are using advanced technology like drones, equipment tagging, wearable technology and augmented/virtual reality for their…

K-Con Inc.March 28, 2019

Building Systems

What Exactly is a Pre-Engineered Metal Building?

Even if you've made the smart choice to construct a metal building for your next project, you still have another decision looming. Will you choose a pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) or a conventional one? Metal buildings offer a durable, strong, and low-maintenance solution to construction, but a PEMB is the…

K-Con Inc.March 22, 2019

GSA Approved Pre-Engineered Construction

How a Pre-Engineered Metal Building Helps Government Business Grow and Expand

More and more nonresidential construction projects are choosing pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB), and government agencies are at the top of the list. As some of the most cost-effective and energy-efficient buildings to construct, a government PEMB allows agencies to grow and expand operations faster than in the past. From office…

K-Con Inc.March 12, 2019

Design Build Industry News

New Research Shows Design-Build Delivers Projects Fast, Reliably and Efficiently

Design-build was once considered a novel and alternative delivery method but is now viewed as a mainstream approach to delivering new projects. At a recent conference, the Design-Build Institute of America revealed that nearly half of all construction spending in the U.S. nonresidential market now goes to design-build methods. There…

K-Con Inc.March 7, 2019

Industry News

New Trends for the Industrial Warehouse of the Future

Industrial developers are embracing new trends in warehouse design to help e-commerce and distribution companies shrink supply chain footprints. With warehouse vacancy rates below 3 percent and a lack of developable land, the demand for warehouse facilities is high. JLL’s latest report, Industrial Warehouse of the Future, discusses the nine most promising…

K-Con Inc.February 28, 2019

GSA Approved Megadoor

K-Con’s GSA Contract Now Includes MEGADOOR Products and Services

K-Con's GSA contract has been modified to include MEGADOOR products as well as parts for large bottom rolling steel doors for maintenance, repair, retrofit and replacement. After several discussions and numerous calls from end users, K-Con and Megadoor (ASSA ABLOY) have modified K-Con’s GSA contract to authorize us to…

K-Con Inc.February 22, 2019

Design Build

Ask The Right Questions Before You Hire a Design-Build Contractor

For owners, it makes a lot of sense to go with a design-builder for your next construction project. Having one party responsible for the entire process simplifies communication and makes for a more seamless experience. On the other hand, not all design-build contractors are the same. What if you end…

K-Con Inc.February 20, 2019

Design Build

How Pre-Construction Plans Can Make or Break a Building Project

An essential part of today's construction process is the pre-construction phase. You might also see this referred to as "preconstruction" or "precon." While it's exciting to have a new project underway or on the horizon, it's important to pay close attention to what is going on behind the scenes before…

K-Con Inc.February 13, 2019

GSA Approved Pre-Engineered Construction

Is a Pre-Engineered Metal Building Right for Your Government Project?

If your government agency has outgrown its space or has some new requirements, you may be looking for a contractor to satisfy your needs. Since time, cost, and quality are likely factors in your decision, you may want to consider a pre-engineered metal building (PEMB). The Metal Building Manufacturer's Association…

K-Con Inc.February 5, 2019

South Carolina Ranks in the Top 5 for Economic Development

News General

South Carolina Ranks in Top 5 for Economic Development

Area Development magazine, an industry trade journal recently ranked South Carolina in the top 5 for economic development. The magazine ranked South Carolina as number 5 in its annual “Top States for Doing Business” report. Other Southeastern states to rank high included Georgia as number one for the fifth consecutive…

K-Con Inc.January 24, 2019