Why QA/QC Fails at Handover (And How to Catch It Earlier)

The post Why QA/QC Fails at Handover (And How to Catch It Earlier) appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Project handover is not where quality problems begin. It is where they become impossible to ignore. The burst of defect activity that tends to cluster around practical completion, the punch lists that stretch well past their expected close-out dates, the warranty claims that appear months after keys are handed over: these are not handover problems. […]

Inconsistent QA/QC standards threatening construction profits

Planradar report reveals inconsistent QA/QC leads to reduced visibility, putting projects at risk of higher costs and lower margins. The post Inconsistent QA/QC standards threatening construction profits appeared first on AEC Magazine.

Katherine Cruz, P.E., LEED AP Promoted to Engineering Manager at Hancock Associates

Danvers, MA — Hancock Associates, a leading provider of land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services, is pleased to announce that Katherine Cruz, P.E., LEED AP has been promoted to Engineering Manager. In this role, Katie will be responsible for project oversight, QA/QC, design procedures, project allocation as well as oversee personnel, business performance […]

The critical role of QA/QC and special inspections

As the built environment evolves to accommodate denser cities, climate resilience, and cutting-edge technologies, the standards for safety, reliability, and performance in construction have grown more stringent. In this environment, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), and Special Inspections have emerged not as optional safeguards, but as foundational pillars of modern construction. At Bureau Veritas […] <p>The post The critical role of QA/QC and special inspections first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

VORTEX COMPANIES’ QUADEX DIVISION RECEIVES WRC APPROVAL FOR GEOKRETE® GEOPOLYMER

The Vortex Companies, a leading provider of advanced trenchless water and sewer technologies and infrastructure renewal services, announced today the receipt of WRc-approved certification for its Quadex GeoKrete® geopolymer mortar used for the structural rehabilitation of large-diameter pipes, manholes, and other structures. “The Vortex Europe QA/QC team has worked extremely hard to ensure GeoKrete meets the high […] The post <strong>VORTEX COMPANIES’ QUADEX DIVISION RECEIVES WRC APPROVAL FOR GEOKRETE® GEOPOLYMER</strong> appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.