Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 5, 2018
We love construction. Truly. I mean, we work at a software company so we don’t build anything. Not like that. We make the software that enables all you lovely people to build better and faster — and to budget. But it’s […]. The post The Best Construction Gifts for the Kids on Your List appeared first on Viewpoint Surveyor.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Efflorescence in concrete is a whitish coloured powdered deposition of salts on the concrete surface that is formed due to evaporation of water from.
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Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Concrete is a popular building material that’s often preferred for its sturdiness. During construction, reinforcing bars, or reo bars, are added to offer tensile strength, allowing the concrete to bond more effectively. The term tensile strength isn’t just reserved for physics geeks – it plays a huge role in construction. It simply refers to the ability of a particular material to withstand tension forces being elongated or pulled apart.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 5, 2018
A chamfer edge on a concrete is a sloped or angled corner made for improving the aesthetical appearance, safety and easily removal of formwork 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.
FDR Safety
DECEMBER 5, 2018
OSHA record keeping was introduced in the 1970’s with the goal of creating safer workplaces. While a good and helpful idea, OSHA recordable and lost work-day case rates may be too much of a focus for many companies, while off the job injuries often go unaddressed. The cry for leading indicators has been going on for many years but we still benchmark and worry over the OSHA recordable and lost work-day case rates.
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FDR Safety
DECEMBER 5, 2018
OSHA record keeping was introduced in the 1970’s with the goal of creating safer workplaces. While a good and helpful idea, OSHA recordable and lost work-day case rates may be too much of a focus for many companies, while off the job injuries often go unaddressed. The cry for leading indicators has been going on for many years but we still benchmark and worry over the OSHA recordable and lost work-day case rates.
Lets Build
DECEMBER 5, 2018
BIM World Munich took place last week (26-27 November), and GenieBelt was very proud to be an active part of it. The event was held in ICM Munich and attracted a lot of attention from the BIM community. More specifically, it is estimated that more than 4000 people attended BIM World Munich. Elsa Triboul and.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 5, 2018
A chamfer edge on a concrete is a sloped or angled corner made for improving the aesthetical appearance, safety and easy removal of formwork of.
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Drone experts at Skanska USA and PCL Construction outline the steps their firms took from early adoption to enterprise expansion.
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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.
BD+C
DECEMBER 5, 2018
The Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities (CGBC) has completed the retrofitting of its 4,600-sf headquarters in Cambridge, Mass., built in 1924, into a living laboratory called HouseZero, whose design is driven by ambitious performance targets that include nearly zero energy use for heating and cooling, zero electrical lighting during the day, operating with 100% natural ventilation, and producing zero carbon emissions.
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Anticipating an up to 26-inch rise, the utility company will demolish its natural gas power plant and rebuild key components more than 11 feet above sea level.
BD+C
DECEMBER 5, 2018
The Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities (CGBC) has completed the retrofitting of its 4,600-sf headquarters in Cambridge, Mass., built in 1924, into a living laboratory called HouseZero, whose design is driven by ambitious performance targets that include nearly zero energy use for heating and cooling, zero electrical lighting during the day, operating with 100% natural ventilation, and producing zero carbon emissions.
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Industry experts outline steps companies can take to ensure they are the disruptors rather than the disrupted.
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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?
Digger Blog
DECEMBER 5, 2018
You don’t see so many motor scrapers around these days, but there are still some at work. You don’t see so many motor scrapers around these days, but there are still some at work.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Alaska’s anticipated natural gas line is on track to begin construction by 2020. According to an article in The Cordova Times, written by Alaska Governor Bill Walker, there is no other project that comes as close to addressing the immediate and long-term needs of Alaska as quickly as the gas line.
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 5, 2018
A platform that finds the most cost-effective way to meet energy requirements is drawing funds and Delair expands its drone software offering with Airware acquisition.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Construction waste, such as concrete washout, is under scrutiny from environment agencies around the world, largely due to its heavy-metal content, notably chrome. With the rate of construction unlikely to slow down, there will be no let up in the quantity of concrete washout produced.
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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.
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 5, 2018
The contractor is working toward a final development agreement for the Bluff project in St. Paul and is the reported front-runner for a Minneapolis condo.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 5, 2018
The folks at Kespry and John Deere dealer West Side Tractor have put together a brief video that shows how easy it is to start using a drone. The video opens with a look at Deere dozers and graders working near Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 5, 2018
The tunneling firm reportedly has abandoned plans for a high-speed transit tunnel in Westside in favor of one that will serve the MLB park.
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 5, 2018
The Northeast Georgia Inland Port will serve the fast-growing Gainesville region. - Read: Georgia To Create New Inland Port at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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!
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Caterpillar has added four options for the Cat 918M wheel loader. The high-lift loader linkage option boosts lift height and reach by up to 10 percent compared with the standard loader. The Fusion coupler system gives users a third coupler choice.
BD+C
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Builders who don’t properly manage moisture are asking for trouble. Water intrusion can damage exterior paint and cladding, cause structural failure, foster mold, rot and insect infestation — and lead to costly lawsuits. And yet, one third to one half of all structures have damp conditions that may encourage development of pollutants such as molds, which can cause allergic reactions — including asthma, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Illinois’ Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) is attracting a number of renewable energy companies looking to reap the benefits of the legislation. - Read: Illinois: Renewing The Midwest at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Union Pacific Railroad will replace and raise a bridge in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, that has been hit multiple times by trucks that misjudge its clearance height.
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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!
BD+C
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Canadian fashion retailer Simons opened its first net-zero store this year in Quebec City. The 80,000 sf store is outfitted with solar panels on the roof and in the parking lot, and incorporates a geothermal heating system. Simons aims to generate considerable marketing benefits from its green efforts.
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 5, 2018
To create a shared higher education and health research facility for three different Rhode Island schools, the former Narragansett Electric Power Station was renovated to house the new Rhode Island Nursing Education Center.
Contractor Magazine
DECEMBER 5, 2018
CLEVELAND, OH -- It is with a sense of profound loss and tragedy that the passing of Paul Miller, President of The Mill-Rose Company, is announced. Miller died at his home in Highland Heights, Ohio on Tuesday morning, December 4th.
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