Sunday, May 16, 2010

Constructing the Shanghai Super Tower

Enjoy this clip of the construction of the Shanghai Super Tower, Asia's largest tower and the third largest in the world!


Thursday, April 8, 2010

Dumbest Construction Mishaps!


Join us as we take a look at some of the "less successful" construction pictures we've been sent.

Feel free to send us your pics of "Dumbest Construction  Mishaps" and we'll be sure to post them in a future edition. 

Enjoy!



"Wanna see my Treehouse?"



Drainage...ugh



Needless to say, this Design Build Contractor was not awarded phase 2 of the project to ensure better security for this upscale office complex.



"Every condo comes with a beautiful view of the lake and a balcony for relaxation. Ladder Not Included."



"Ya Norm, we're the new subdivision on the south side of town. You know.....the one with the bloody pole in the middle of the road."



After careful investigation of the site of the accident, nobody could figure out how the train derailed. 

Monday, March 22, 2010

The Six Phases of a Construction Project

1. Enthusiasm

2. Disillusionment

3. Panic

4. Search for the Guilty

5. Punishment of the Innocent

6. Praise & Honour for the Non-Participants