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What is Fire Resistance of Concrete? Mechanism, and Influencing Factors

The Constructor

Fire resistance of concrete is the ability of concrete to withstand fire or to give protection against fire. This involves the ability of concrete.

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Boston-based firm completes largest 3D-printed building in world in Dubai

Construction Dive

The walls of the cement-based building were created on-site in uncontrolled weather conditions, in a process that is expected to be available in the U.S. next year.

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What is the Whole Bearing System (WBS) and Quadrantal Bearing System (QBS) in Surveying?

The Constructor

The whole bearing system (WBS) and Quadrantal Bearing system (QBS) are two notations of bearings that are used in compass surveying. The WCB system.

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3 retractable roof projects open up special construction considerations

Construction Dive

Globe Life Field, New York City's The Shed and Hokkaido Ballpark in Japan are the latest venues to sport sliding roof sections. Here's how they were built.

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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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Test for Setting Times of Concrete Mixture Based on ASTM C403M-16

The Constructor

The penetration resistance test used for the determination of initial and final setting time of concrete mixture in laboratory and project site, and.

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Test for Setting Times of Concrete Mixture Based on ASTM C403M-16

The Constructor

The penetration resistance test used for the determination of initial and final setting time of concrete mixture in laboratory and project site, and.

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Lawsuit threatens $275M Tennessee MLS stadium construction

Construction Dive

A local activist organization claims that a city agency's unfair alliance to investors in the Nashville FC team swayed its awarding of contracts to Populous, Mortenson and Messer Construction.

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What is the Difference Between Magnitude and Intensity of Earthquake?

The Constructor

Magnitude and intensity measure various characteristics of earthquake. The former measures the energy released at the source of the earthquake.

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Deere Posts 5 Percent Sales Gain in 2019

Construction Equipment

Sales of John Deere equipment increased 4 percent in the fourth quarter and were up 5 percent for the fiscal year, which ended October 28. The Moline, Illinois-based company reported sales of $39.3 billion for the year. The company reported net income of $3.3 billion, up from $2.

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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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Magnetic Compass Used in Surveying -Principles & Types

The Constructor

The compass surveying is performed by means of a magnetic compass which helps to determine the angles and the direction of the survey lines. The main.

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Senate Turns Up the Heat for Infrastructure Legislation

Construction Equipment

Transportation advocates in the U.S. Senate are once again urging passage of infrastructure legislation as they face a Dec. 20 deadline to avoid a government shutdown and decide a course for fiscal 2020 funding.

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Training Boom Set To Power Offshore Wind Energy Growth

ENR Construction

With construction of the Massachusetts Maritime Academy’s new offshore wind training facility complete and classes under way, climbing structures for on-water crew transfer training and indoor work at height, are compelling to students.

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Employment Increases in 231 Metro Areas

Construction Equipment

Construction employment grew in 231, or 65 percent, out of 358 metro areas between October 2018 and 2019, declined in 69, and was unchanged in 58, according to the Associated General Contractors of America.

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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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Virgin Hyperloop One to use Autodesk BIM 360 for preconstruction route optimization, more

Construction Dive

The hyperloop technology company says BIM and Autodesk cloud software will help it plan and execute rail construction more efficiently.

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SDLG L975F Wheel Loader

Construction Equipment

SDLG L975F wheel loader has a Tier 3 diesel delivering about 266 horsepower. At approximately 54,900 pounds in operating weight (24,900 kg), the loader is the company’s largest. The wheel loader has robust rear and front frames to withstand load distribution, according to the company.

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Beta Version of Embodied Carbon Calculator Premieres

ENR Construction

The free, open-source Embodied Carbon in Construction Calculator is the first digital tool of its kind in North America.

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Diagnostics, Details, and Having Your Say

Contractor Magazine

A portable diagnostics system, a hosted operations management platform and various business blogging sites are profiled.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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Digitization and 3D Makes Inroads in Civil Projects

ENR Construction

Civil infrastructure is starting to catch up to buildings in terms of adopting 3D modeling, as companies like Autodesk Inc. expand their suite of tools to include transportation.

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Suffolk's safety app wins industry award

Construction Dive

The RiskX app works with data from Smartvid.io to predict jobsite risks that could lead to accidents.

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Fight Continues Over Alaska's Proposed Pebble Mine

ENR Construction

Opponents are continuing to push against the proposed Pebble Mine project in the Bristol Bay region of Alaska, even as the Army Corps of Engineers is expected to issue a final Environmental Impact Statement on the project next year.

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Construction Employment Increases in 231 out of 358 Metro Areas from October 2018 to October 2019

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction employment grew in 231, or 65%, out of 358 metro areas between October 2018 and October 2019, declined in 69 and was unchanged in 58, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said hourly craftworker positions remain difficult to fill despite the widespread job gains, and they urged federal officials to promote more workplace-based immigration, along with career and technical education.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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Viewpoint: Don't Force Kids to Choose the College Career Path

ENR Construction

At the start of my son’s junior year in high school, I tagged along with him to meet with his school career counselor to discuss post-graduation plans.

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How Are Bridges Built

CivilJungle

As human beings started to expand across lands and territories, we had a structure to overcome natural obstacles and barriers. Engineers exploited their tools to create bridges, linking us between towns and changing the whole landscape. How are bridges built? Bridge structure has undergone immense transformation since the beginning of times, such as new sturdier […].

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Building Toward Automated Construction Workflows

ENR Construction

Construction software giant Autodesk has doubled down on a commitment it made two years ago, when then-new CEO Andrew Anagnost said it was a construction software company first, so making its tools work in an automated construction workplace is its future.

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Bridge refurb video series

GCP Applied Technologies

Bridge refurb video series. Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 11/27/2019 - 10:25. GCP Applied Technologies. November 27, 2019. . Bridge refurbishment projects can involve many challenges, including minimizing lane closures and keeping costs down while maximizing the life of the bridge. In this video series, GCP Applied Technologies Business Development Director Tom Carter discusses ways to accelerate return-to-service, lower refurb costs, and improve the life of the bridge. .

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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Lawsuit Aims Overturn of Tax Repeal Limiting Wash. State Transport Work

ENR Construction

Seattle and King County, Wash., are trying to block in state court a recently approved ballot initiative that would blow a half-billion-dollar hole in state transportation funding plans and delay expansion of Seattle’s light-rail system.

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Bid-rigging allegations threaten $275M Tennessee MLS stadium construction

Construction Dive

A local activist organization claims that a city agency's unfair alliance to investors in the Nashville FC team swayed its awarding of contracts to Populous, Mortenson and Messer Construction.

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Construction Among Sectors Targeted In Feds' Bid Rig Crackdown

ENR Construction

Justice Dept. effort links with US Attorneys and IG investigators to find bid collusion on government contracts and private sector work that undermines competition, federal officials say.

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