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FACTORS INFLUENCING PAVEMENT DESIGN

The Constructor

There are many factors affecting pavement design. These factors are appropriately considered for design and construction of good quality.

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Digital Dryshack #92: 6 Tips: P6 Scheduling for D.O.D., 2016

Cassell Construction Estimating

We’ve recently returned from our 3-day, “P6 for Government Contracts” training session for Dawson Construction in Honolulu. One significant takeaway that reinforced what we were already noticing is that new government personnel are changing NAVFAC’s & USACE’s scheduling specs for recent projects.

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PROPERTIES AND TESTING OF AGGREGATES FOR PAVEMENT WORKS

The Constructor

Aggregates have different properties which are tested individually with different types of tests for the construction of pavement. Read More at.

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Digital Dryshack #92: 6 Tips: P6 Scheduling for D.O.D., 2016

Cassell Construction Estimating

We’ve recently returned from our 3-day, “P6 for Government Contracts” training session for Dawson Construction in Honolulu. One significant takeaway that reinforced what we were already noticing is that new government personnel are changing NAVFAC’s & USACE’s scheduling specs for recent projects. For years we had been able to count on a rigorous but largely boilerplate scheduling spec for both branches of the service.

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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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6 legging stirups

The Constructor

Hey everyone. What is the way to calculate a the length and the quantity of 6legging stirups for a hidden beam with top 7y18 and bottom 7y18 width.

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Brick wall house cra cks is developed horizontal 10ft along with wall tiles cracking

The Constructor

Hi my house is located next to a workshop using hydraluic press everyday. I have checked the magnitute with vibration meter measured 4. Ours is brick.

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Watch: 580-ton Monster Machine Constructing Bridges in China

Construction Equipment

Britain's Telegraph.co.uk has posted a clip from their new Extraordinary Engineering video series that looks at awe-inspiring monster machines and feats of modern engineering from around the world. . This clip shows the SLJ900/32 Segmental Bridge Launching machine made by Beijing Wowjoint Machinery. The machine extends itself between pillars and places beams along the way.

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please suggest the capacity of cube testing machine ? planning to buy for our new project the maximum grade that we are used in site is m25

The Constructor

need a cube testing machine please suggest the capacity Read More at please suggest the capacity of cube testing machine ? planning to buy for our.

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Cat Brings Full Line of Mini Excavators in House

Construction Equipment

Caterpillar has announced it will shift design and production of its smallest hydraulic excavators to Caterpillar facilities beginning in 2018 as its six-year strategic alliance with Wacker Neuson is phased out. Caterpillar will focus on growing its global mini excavator business as it leverages existing facilities and design teams to deliver cost effective and efficient new machines weighing less than three tons.

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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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Soil types with respective foundation

The Constructor

[link] are the types of soil and recommended foundation for respective soil Read More at Soil types with respective foundation The Constructor

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Building bonds: The role of “Trusted Advisor” is earned not acquired

BD+C

Equal parts colleague and confidant, the trusted advisor is a valuable asset in the world of business. Particularly in the demanding realm of architecture, engineering, and construction industries, a person who brings a high level of professional expertise and personal empathy to the team can play a major role—albeit one that’s typically behind the scenes—in shaping a successful practice and project.

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estimate and forecasting

The Constructor

How i can prepare a estimate of home construction? Also cost of materials forcast??

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Freddie Mac extends efforts to fund multifamily energy/water efficiency projects

BD+C

Real estate financing agency Freddie Mac expanded its efforts to foster the greening up of old buildings with its new Multifamily Green Advantage suite of offerings. The new programs are available with most Freddie Mac multifamily loan products. Borrowers can choose either Green Up or Green Up Plus to get better pricing and increase their Freddie Mac loan amounts to finance energy and water efficiency improvements.

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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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WHAT IS ANCHORAGE FOUNDATION

The Constructor

WHAT IS ANCHORAGE FOUNDATION?EXPLAIN IN DETAIL WITH SKETCHES AND EXACT DIMENSIONS.

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British Opencast Coal: A Photographic History 1942-1985

Construction Equipment

The Historical Construction Equipment Association has a new book to offer, British Opencast Coal: A Photographic History 1942-1985, written by Keith Haddock. British Opencast Coal is an illustrated history of coal mining by surface methods from 1942 to 1985. The book details the origins of the industry and documents the types of earthmoving machines employed during the first 40 years.

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Building bonds: The role of 'trusted advisor' is earned not acquired

BD+C

Equal parts colleague and confidant, the trusted advisor is a valuable asset in the world of business. Particularly in the demanding realm of architecture, engineering, and construction industries, a person who brings a high level of professional expertise and personal empathy to the team can play a major role—albeit one that’s typically behind the scenes—in shaping a successful practice and project.

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How to Survive Brake Safety Week

Construction Equipment

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s Operation Airbrake / Brake Safety Week takes place September 11-17, and the law might be checking yours out. Brake Safety Week is an annual week-long brake safety campaign when law enforcement and CMV inspectors conduct brake system inspections, primarily Level IV Inspections (a one-time inspection of a particular item) on large trucks and buses throughout North America to identify out-of-adjustment brakes and brake-system and anti-lock braking system (AB

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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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Can a Claimant’s Principal Serve as an Expert Witness?

Construction Dive

By Bruce Jervis An expert witness is qualified by virtue of education, professional credentials and experience, which enable that individual to understand a specialized matter that a fact finder might otherwise not fully comprehend. While expert opinion is offered in support of one side or the other to a dispute, the opinion is expected to be objective and impartial.

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Atlanta Suburb Says ‘NO WAY!’ to Wood Construction

Construction Equipment

While other cities are flaunting their new wood skyscrapers, a suburb of Atlanta is prohibiting all future wood-frame building taller than three stories and larger than 100,000 square feet, such as apartment buildings. The Sandy Springs lawmakers question the longevity, quality and safety of wood structures compared to those made of steel and concrete.

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You Have to Be Nuts

Construction Dive

This video follows a Russian couple as they climb to the top of a 2,000-foot tall building under construction in Tianjin, China. Not only do they climb to the top of the structure, but they go to the top of the crane boom. Read more.

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'Blacklisting' Rule Goes into Effect October 25

Construction Equipment

The Labor Department released the final rule and guidance document for the “Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces” order Wednesday that requires firms bidding on federal projects to disclose past labor law violations and supply more information about their track record complying with workplace safety, labor, medical and family leave, and civi

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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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Construction Blog Highlights

Construction Dive

This week's blog highlights from across the industry look at: More on Jobsite Safety: Caterpillar on Emerging TechnologiesConstruction Job Growth - Georgia and Iowa Leading the WayFollow-up On Job Order ContractingTraining to Be a Great Construction ManagerRead more.

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$38.8 Million in POWER Initiative Awards Announced

Construction Equipment

The Whitehouse announced today awards for 29 economic and workforce development projects totaling $38.8 million for workers in the Appalachian Region hit hard by the reduction of coal mining.

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Intelligent scheduling & dispatching tools for mobile service teams

Contractor Magazine

News from Breezeworks. Breezeworks, a leading service business automation platform, recently introduced a new suite of intelligent, semi-automated tools to supercharge scheduling efficiency for mobile service teams. read more.

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Top 5 Android Apps In 2016 For Construction Professionals

Construction Cost Estimating

Recently construction industry experience significant technological advancement. Several mobile based apps are emerged in the market. The civil engineering students as well as civil engineers always look for good android apps to save significant time, to improve accuracy level, precise calculation and complete work in scheduled time. Given below, detailed information for top 5 android based apps for civil engineers :- 1.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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Construction’s Contribution to Economy Increases in 30 States in 2015

Construction Superintendent Magazine

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The value added by the private construction industry as a percentage of gross domestic product increased in 30 states and decreased in only six in 2015, according to a report recently released by Associated Builders and Contractors. Nationally, construction’s direct contribution to GDP increased by 0.1 percent to 3.9 percent from 2014 to 2015.

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Rogers Corporation Relocating Global HQ To Arizona

Business Facilities

Rogers Corporation, a global leader in engineered materials solutions, will relocate its global headquarters from Rogers, CT to Chandler, AZ. Read Rogers Corporation Relocating Global HQ To Arizona on Business Facilities - Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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FAQ on fire rated glazing applications

BD+C

Between regular updates to fire rated code requirements in the IBC and several fire rated glazing product choices, choosing the correct and code approved fire rated glazing product can be confusing. This why over the years, we’ve come up with several articles , newsletters , technical bulletins and case studies on several topics ranging from IBC upda.

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