Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
Propane is being put to work on construction jobsites more and more as owners do some digging and find that the it makes for an attractive jobsite fuel for all kinds of construction applications. In fact, propane-powered engines are already found running a whole host of jobsite mainstays, including concrete trowels, portable generators, welders, lights and heaters.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
Tunnel surveying is a type of underground surveying for the construction of tunnels. Methods and procedure of tunnel surveying is discussed. Read.
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Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
JOC Contract strategy, development, implementation, and management involves a thorough understanding of LEAN Construction and Life-cycle Asset Management. Basic steps involved in JOC Program implementation include; Strategic evaluation of objectives, goals, and appropriateness. Development of acquisition/procurement approach. Facility management/engineering planning.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
Resilient flooring is defined as floors made from materials like PVC, rubber, linoleum. Different types of resilient flooring used in building.
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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.
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
The warehouse safety is important for your employees and your property. There are many safety hazards that warehouse workers face and with the appropriate preventative measures you can ensure that nothing and no one comes to any harm while under your care. Here are 3 tips. The facility and the equipment meet the warehouse safety standards. The first step is ensuring that the actual facility and equipment meet the appropriate safety standards.
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Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
Forbes online contributor and analytics expert Bernard Marr has published a piece describing how the Marine Division at Caterpillar is using data to help tug boat fleets manage fuel. In one instance cited by Marr, a fleet of eight ships is expected to save $400,000 per ship simply by cleaning the hulls more often. Operational data tied to fuel usage led to the Eureka moment, Marr writes.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
New research has added fuel to the notion that working in a green-certified building improves productivity, job performance, and occupant well-being.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
Authorities lifted a three-day mandatory evacuation order in Northern California that had sent nearly 200,000 residents away following fears Oroville Dam's damaged emergency spillway might fail. Butte County Sheriff Kory Honea was the first to announce the order was lifted at a press conference Tuesday afternoon in Oroville. "We have concluded that it is safe to return," said Honea.
Construction Marketing Ideas
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
The Construction Pro Network blog includes a diversity of useful images and stories. It intersperses videos about interesting projects and techniques with some challenging legal and business discussions. The time-lapse video of the Port of Miami tunnel project, completed in 2013, certainly provides dramatic imagery, and so I elected to use that as the featured […].
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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.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
Authorities lifted a three-day mandatory evacuation order in Northern California that had sent nearly 200,000 residents away following fears Oroville Dam's damaged emergency spillway might fail. Butte County Sheriff Kory Honea was the first to announce the order was lifted at a press conference Tuesday afternoon in Oroville. "We have concluded that it is safe to return," said Honea.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) has launched the first phase of its revised certification path for architects without a degree from a program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). The NCARB Certificate facilitates reciprocal licensure among the 54 U.S. jurisdictions and several countries.
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
This week the product gallery features a self-cleaning toilet, an expanded line of braze-free fittings, a new mini-split heat pump system, a low-flow electronic faucet, a zero lead ball valve and more. read more.
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
The Magnolia State, already an automotive assembly powerhouse, becomes the epicenter of vehicle tire production with Continental’s $1.45-billion plant. Read Economic Development Deal of the Year: Gold Award on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
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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?
PC Construction
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
The Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) South Atlantic Chapter recently held an Owners Social event in Atlanta, Georgia, and I was pleased to participate on behalf of PC Construction. Throughout the evening, I talked.
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
AutoAlert will bring 200 new jobs to the city, which was selected for its revitalized and growing downtown area, access to tech talent, and convenient transportation options. Read Automotive Software Company Picks Kansas City For Corporate HQ on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
BALANCED SECTION: Balanced section refers to the section in which the quantity of steel is just adequately arranged so that the concrete in compression zone and steel in tension zone attains its acceptable stresses instantaneously. In this section, the critical depth is identical to its actual depth. i.e n = Na = Nc UNDER REINFORCED SECTION: In this section, the quantity of steel is insufficient to produce the highest concrete fibers in the compression area to be compressed with their highest al
BD+C
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
BRE and the International WELL Building Institute recently published a briefing paper that outlines how Certified BREEAM credits may be used to demonstrate compliance with the WELL Building Standard post-occupation.
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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.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
This year's winners of the Top Young Professionals contest represent the diversity of leadership across the regional industry.
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
Dave Yates interviews Bruce Carnevale, COO of Bradford White. read more.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
The $300-million project will restore the historic Capitol and renovate and expand buildings in the adjacent complex.
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
RPA Executive director Mark Eatherton emcees the 2017 RPA Awards. 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!
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
The GLL 55 and GLL 100 G line lasers feature VisMax electronic controls that monitor the temperature of the laser diode to maintain visibility while preventing damage from overheating.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
There is something important happening in Oregon, Washington and Colorado that deserves serious attention from the new Transportation secretary and Congress.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
British Columbia’s provincial government on Feb. 9 issued an environmental assessment certificate to the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.
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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!
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
ENR Midwest is pleased to announce the selection of Chicago Dept. of Aviation as its Owner of the Year for 2017.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
Firms, IT vendors and professionals seek buried treasure in volumes of Big Data.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 14, 2017
Structural engineer Edward Cohen, CEO of Ammann & Whitney from 1977 to 1996, died Jan. 28, at age 96.
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