Fri.Aug 25, 2023

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Online Powered Industrial Truck Operator Certification Problems

FDR Safety

It’s a given that every profession has its own training timeframes. Quick research yielded 8-10 years for doctors, 2 years/1,500 hours for airline pilots and 12-14 months for welders. Can you guess how long it took to get a “forklift license” online? It took 23 minutes through one company and 32 minutes with another! We have a growing problem here in America with regards to safety and it’s likely killing and injuring people right now behind the scenes.

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Nearly 7% of US bridges in poor condition

Construction Dive

Lacey V. Murrow Memorial Bridge in Seattle and the Route I‐678 span over Flushing Bay Promenade in New York City were newly downgraded, but the American Road and Transportation Builders Association said states are still not making full use of federal funding.

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M&E contractor Mitton files administration notice

Construction Enquirer

Bradford based M&E specialist H Mitton has filed a notice of intention to appoint an administrator. Notices have also been served on group companies Mitton Mechanical Services, Mitton Electrical Services and Mitton Aftercare. Latest accounts filed at Companies House show the H Mitton group had a turnover of for the year to January 27 2022 of £33.7m generating a pre-tax profit of £583,000 while employing 312 staff.

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$670M I-95 Express Lanes extension opens in Northern Virginia

Construction Dive

A Branch Civil and Flatiron Construction JV built the high-occupancy toll lane project, which aims to ease travel between Washington, D.C., and Fredericksburg, Virginia.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Pros And Cons Of Working With Family And Friends In Construction

Contractor Bookkeeping

Ever dreamed of starting a family business? Investing in a franchise opportunity with friends? Businesses owned and operated by families can have incredible staying power. All family-owned companies, Volkswagen, Samsung, and Nike, are among the world's most successful, leading brands. Working with family and friends can be fun and rewarding, especially in the construction industry.

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Readers Respond: Project schedules, costs feel the heat

Construction Dive

This summer’s extreme temperatures are having an impact on more than just worker safety, readers told Construction Dive.

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Scaffold turned into giant IKEA bag at McLaren site

Construction Enquirer

Embrace Building Wraps has installed an eye-catching printed scaffold banner installation at Oxford Circus for client IKEA. The printed wrap is designed to look like the iconic IKEA Frakta shopping bag and covers scaffolding during works by main contractor McLaren to transform the former Topshop building into a new store for the Swedish furniture giant.

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WSB Set to Assist Bentley Users on Digital-Twin Workflows

ENR Construction

ENR.com is the bible of the construction industry, providing news and features about projects, products and people in construction, architecture and engineering.

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Hyundai investing $290M to upgrade Alabama assembly plant

Construction Dive

The renovations will prepare the facility to produce the fifth generation of its Santa Fe gas-powered sport utility vehicle.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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What is Welding and How is it Used? 5 Examples — Plus Tips for Better Welding

Civiconcepts

Welding, in the simplest terms, is a process of joining two pieces of metal together. It involves applying direct, concentrated heat to the areas of metal that you intend to … What is Welding and How is it Used?

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Reducing slips and falls with smarter flooring and surface selections

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy of SLIPNOT. By Jeff Baker Designing a building, whether for a residential, institutional, or a manufacturing facility, requires thoughtful planning and immense attention to detail. Architects, engineers, and specifiers strive to find a balance between structural and functional requirements while considering aesthetics and sustainability during the planning phase.

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How Many Yards Are in a Ton of Gravel?

CivilJungle

How Many Yards Are in a Ton of Gravel? The gravel is a versatile and most used material in different structures and landscaping jobs. It’s popular for its cost-effectiveness, durability, and ability to provide excellent drainage.

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Tankless Manufacturers React to Proposed Water Heater Efficiency Standards

Contractor Magazine

The new standards would demand 91% efficiency from most tankless water heaters, while traditional tank-type heaters would only be required to increase their efficiency from 65% to 70%.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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How Many Cubic Feet in a Bag of Concrete?

CivilJungle

How Many Cubic Feet in a Bag of Concrete? How many cubic feet are in a pack of concrete: A 60-pound bag of concrete gives you – and when mixed with 2.