Construction Business Owner

JUNE 20, 2016

During the core of the Great Recession, employment in the construction industry dropped by 2.3 million, making it the biggest percent decline in a non-farm industry. Many laborers were forced out and had to find work where they could. Many went back to school or joined other professions. Now that the economy is improving and the industry is back on its feet, all of those workers are well into new careers in various industries.

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The Constructor

JUNE 20, 2016

Why Corrosion Control of Reinforcement bars (Rebars) is necessary? Corrosion control of steel reinforcement is necessary to prevent damage and.

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Construction Equipment

JUNE 20, 2016

Elizabeth Perino was found guilty of fraud for her role in a scam to exploit a Chicago set-aside program for woman-owned businesses. Perino, 62, of Willowbrook, was convicted on three counts of wire fraud and one count of mail fraud "for scheming to help a general contractor falsely satisfy its female hiring requirement", according to a news release from the U.S.

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The Constructor

JUNE 20, 2016

In small residential buildings the quality of construction is seldom questionable. The reason varies from poor building material quality to lack of.

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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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Digger Blog

JUNE 20, 2016

This excavator bucket weighs 45 tonnes and has a capacity of 35 cubic metres. It is thought to be one of the largest ever made in the UK. This excavator bucket weighs 45 tonnes and has a capacity of 35 cubic metres. It is thought to be one of the largest ever made in the UK.

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Construction Equipment

JUNE 20, 2016

IronPlanet, a leading online auction and marketplace for equipment since , is adding another service to its GovPlanet group for state, local municipal, and public sector sellers wanting to reach buyers for their surplus general property. The new service, GovPlanet Direct , debuts at the Government Fleet Expo & Conference , June 20 – 23, 2016, at Music City Center in Nashville, TN.

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The Constructor

JUNE 20, 2016

I have been having leakage problems with the roof of my house. I am someone to fix this problem rather than paying large amounts of money to some.

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Construction Equipment

JUNE 20, 2016

Three construction workers hit the lucky karma jackpot last Thursday in New York City. A decade ago, Jose Lopez and several other men were ripped off by Mascon Restoration, a cheating contractor who didn't pay them prevailing wages for work they had done on renovating apartment houses owned by the city. Mascon Restoration thought paying the men $60 a day was good enough.

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The Constructor

JUNE 20, 2016

Hi, Can anybody have used or know about these type of doors, i need to get info. about it. “Screened Storm Doors” Read More at Screened.

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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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Construction Marketing Ideas

JUNE 20, 2016

Pareto principle or eighty-twenty rule represented on isolated vintage wood letterpress printing blocks. One trait I’ve noticed in business over the past three decades is that t he 80/20 rule applies both ways. For example, you will find that 20 per cent of your clients are absolute headaches and generate tiny revenue for the work and frustration you spend.

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The Constructor

JUNE 20, 2016

What is the adequate major in dampNess treatment on internal walls of residential building. Note observing the cause to be capillary raise Read.

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Green Industry Professionals

JUNE 20, 2016

Three arrested after attacking Mike Wallace and daughter after concert in Charlotte, NC.

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The Constructor

JUNE 20, 2016

After removing formwork I observed a hole of 30mm dia in the column at one face. Now can I fill it with concrete or is there any other solution.

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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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ENR Construction

JUNE 20, 2016

Connecticut’s commissioner of consumer protection, Jonathan A. Harris, expects to issue a report this fall on the “potential cause or causes” of failing concrete foundations in northeastern Connecticut.

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The Constructor

JUNE 20, 2016

TYPES OF NON TRADITIONAL METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION THEIR ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES Read More at TYPES OF NON CONVENTIONAL CONSTRUCTION The.

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Contractor Magazine

JUNE 20, 2016

Rinnai to provide Ultra Series Tankless RUR model with new wireless connectivity for project. When PulteGroup set out to build a zero net energy (ZNE) home prototype in Northern California, it chose to leverage only the latest in sustainable products. read more.

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The Constructor

JUNE 20, 2016

WHY SHOULD WE USE THE MEASURE IN THE AGGREGATE IMPACT TEST.??THE WEIGHT OF THIS IS NOT USED FOR THE CALCULATION OF AGGREGATE IMPACT.

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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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ENR Construction

JUNE 20, 2016

Jumping to 59 on ENR’s national Top 400 Contractors list this year, up from 63 the previous year, Shawmut saw its revenue rise 22.6 percent in 2015 to $1.2 billion.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JUNE 20, 2016

Take A Closer Look At The New Mexico Partnership. New Mexico has improved its business climate more than any state in the West over the past three years. A recent study by Ernst & Young and the New Mexico Tax Research Institute determined that the state has reduced tax rates for manufacturing by nearly 60%—the greatest drop, by far, in the western states studied.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 20, 2016

Key projects include the $1-billion Salesforce Tower, USC Village student housing and mixed-use development and the 1 million-sq-ft Cove at Oyster Point.

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Contractor Magazine

JUNE 20, 2016

Lawrence (Larry) Clark. In the 2016 Economic Report of the President, released in February, the chapter “Technology and Innovation” contains some interesting findings on robotics. read more.

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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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PC Construction

JUNE 20, 2016

Yet another milestone has been met on the site of the Tunnel Dewatering Pump Station and Enhanced Clarification Facility project at the Blue Plains Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant in Washington, DC! Formwork was set into.

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Contractor Magazine

JUNE 20, 2016

By AARON STOTKO, Uponor, Apple Valley, Minn. Often, engineers and contractors are so intent on sizing the boiler or pump correctly they neglect to think about the system holistically and, thus, fail to design for maximum cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency. read more.

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Building Information Management

JUNE 20, 2016

Job Order Contracting is a collaborative LEAN construction delivery method that can enable Owners to execute a higher percentage of quality facility renovation repair and renovation projects on-time and on-budget, IF implemented and management properly. This video is important for anyone with a current Job Order Contract, or planning to participant in a JOC as an Owner, Contractor, Subcontractor, or Consultant.

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Contractor Magazine

JUNE 20, 2016

CEO Warrior founder, author and business mentor, Mike Agugliaro, hosts 50 service business owners from 18 states and two countries for a sold-out event at company headquarters. More than 50 service business owners from 18 states and two countries gathered in New Jersey for a sold-out, four-day leadership event hosted by Mike Agugliaro. read more.

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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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Building Information Management

JUNE 20, 2016

14 FM Best Practices. Collaborative versus Siloed competencies and practice areas. Building Users part of the process. Mutual Trust and Respect. Owner leadership combined with long term partnering (architects, engineers, contractors, business product manufactures, consultants…). Best Value Procurement. Collaborative LEAN Construction Delivery – Integrated Project Delivery -IPD, Job Order Contracting – JOC, etc.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 20, 2016

Usually, the contractor should take responsibility with all essential steps to track and resist cracking in fresh hydrating concrete , devoid of the size or volume of the pour. The steps should be approved by the Engineer and ensure that extreme surface crack width on hardened concrete measure instantly after the pour does not surpass 0.004 times the nominal cover of the primary reinforcement.

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Contractor Magazine

JUNE 20, 2016

LoopCAD 2016 MJ8 Edition is stand-alone CAD software for creating professional quality circuit layout drawings for radiant heating and snowmelt systems. read more.

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