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How to support the mental health of an injured employee

Construction Dive

Taking certain steps can help workers heal faster, according to Jennifer Cogbill, vice president at third-party claims firm Gallagher Bassett.

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Aftermarket Cat Parts Success Stories

Learn Civil Engineering

In the world of heavy machinery and equipment, Caterpillar is a renowned name, known for its reliability and performance. However, the cost of genuine Caterpillar parts can sometimes present a significant challenge for equipment owners and businesses. Fortunately, the aftermarket market offers an alternative solution, providing cost-effective options without compromising on quality.

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WSP profit, revenue, backlog jump

Construction Dive

CEO and President Alexandre L’Heureux said the company’s second quarter performance surpassed expectations, despite inflation and labor challenges.

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The present and future of crisis mental health design

BD+C

The present and future of crisis mental health design 0 qpurcell Thu, 08/10/2023 - 10:07 Healthcare Facilities BWBR principal Melanie Baumhover sat down with the firm’s behavioral and mental health designers to talk about how intentional design can play a role in combatting the crisis. Katie Nordenson Healthcare Facilities Public Health Labs Designers Architects Interior Architecture The United States is in the midst of a mental health crisis.

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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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Adaptive reuse pipeline rises to 122,000 units under construction

Construction Dive

Construction industry news, trends and jobs for building professionals who want mobile-friendly content.

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Contractor pays $1.6M following Labor Department lawsuit

Construction Dive

R&R Construction Maintenance of North Carolina misclassified employees as independent contractors, the agency said.

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Transport ban for demolition firm after load overturns

Construction Enquirer

Specialist contractor Haywood Crushing Demolition Ltd has been banned from transporting machinery for a year after a 45-tonne jaw crusher machine came off a trailer. The West Midlands Traffic Commissioner heard how the machine fell off as the trailer went round a roundabout and it was “a miracle that no-one was killed or seriously injured’ in the incident in January 2022.

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Canadian Rail Line Rolls on While Spinning Up Its Own Digital Twin

ENR Construction

The private operator of the Canada Line in Vancouver is using a digital twin of the 19-km-long, 16-station, 12-year-old transit system for predictive maintenance and infrastructure planning.

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Knights Brown wins £35m Cardiff coast defence job

Construction Enquirer

Hampshire-based civil engineering contractor Knights Brown has been awarded the contract to build Cardiff’s new coastal flood defence system. The £35m scheme to the south east of the city, on the Rover Way foreshore and the banks of the River Rhymney, has been designed to protect properties from extreme weather events, and from rising sea levels for the next 100 years.

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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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Who Canceled the Recession?

ENR Construction

Economic forecasts for the U.S. are reflecting a happier vibe. To be sure, long-term U.S. Treasury bond interest rates are lower than those for short term bonds—a phenomenon that has typically been followed by recession.

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Tiler sentenced for £492,000 tax fraud

Construction Enquirer

A tax stealing tiler has been handed a suspended two-year jail sentence for a £492,000 VAT fraud after ignoring a chance to come clean. James Burton, who runs a tiling business in Northampton, was given the chance to make “full, open and honest” disclosures about his tax affairs to avoid criminal investigation. But the 45-year-old ignored all contact from HM Revenue and Customs and claimed a letter sent to him, which had been signed for, had been lost in a drawer.

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US Marine Resumes Family Boiler Business

Contractor Magazine

Brian Balboni talks about the family business, including details on a boiler retrofit job that will save his customer thousands.

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Plans in for £100m Derby Friar Gate scheme

Construction Enquirer

Wavensmere Homes and Clowes Developments have submitted plans to redevelop Derby’s historic Friar Gate Goods Yard. Two derelict landmark Grade II listed buildings will be restored and refitted to create 276 new homes and over 110,000 sq ft of commercial space. Friar Gate Goods Yard has been in the ownership of the Clowes family for over 40 years, with a number of options for redevelopment proposed but not progressed, due to heritage constraints and commercial viability.

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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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What Is Self Compact Concrete | What Is U Box Test | Equipment U-Box Test | Procedure U-Box Test

CivilJungle

What Is Self Compact Concrete? Making concrete structures without vibration has been done in the past. For example, the placement of concrete under-water is done by the use of tremie without vibration.

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Contract awards to suppliers hit year-high in July

Construction Enquirer

The value of contracts awarded to suppliers reached a year-high last month with 7.6bn of work in July according to industry expert Barbour ABI’s latest analysis. A 184% monthly increase in the industrial sectors, including manufacturing, warehouses, and military projects was the driving force behind the uptick, alongside a positive month for infrastructure.

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Construction Firms Add 19,000 Jobs in July as Sector’s Unemployment Level Hits 3.9%, Average Sector Pay Increases To $34.24 Per Hour

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The construction industry added 19,000 jobs in July even as the sector’s unemployment rate increased, according to an analysis of new government data the Associated General Contractors of America released. Association officials noted that tight labor conditions are bringing more previously employed construction workers back into the job market as firms continue to boost pay levels.

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Post-Construction Window Cleaning: Why It’s a Must for New Buildings

Learn Civil Engineering

After the hustle and bustle of construction comes to an end, the excitement of seeing a new structure stand tall and proud is palpable. Yet, amidst this anticipation, there’s a critical finishing touch that’s often overlooked: post-construction window cleaning. At first glance, it may seem like a minor detail.

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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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Concrete Block Fill Calculator

CivilJungle

What Is a Concrete Block Fill Calculator? A concrete block fill calculator is a tool that helps estimate the number of concrete blocks needed and the amount of filling material required to fill a given concrete wall’s cavity.

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We Answer your Questions on Managing 2D Workflows and Drawings in Autodesk Construction Cloud 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Strong demand for infrastructure, a shortage of skilled labour, and increased stakeholder pressure for data transparency and integration are all accelerating digital adoption in the construction industry. However, digitalisation is a journey, and many businesses are still unready to scale up or adopt the latest in technology. A recent industry research report , jointly released by Deloitte and Autodesk, found that only 40 percent of construction businesses in the APAC region use BIM.

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How to Replace a Frost-Free (Freeze-Proof) Faucet | How to Replace Outdoor Faucets | Frost Free Hose Bib Vs Regular

CivilJungle

How to Replace a Frost-Free (Freeze-Proof) Faucet? Replacing a frost-free or freeze-proof faucet can look like a very critical job, but with the right instructions and tools, it can be a relatively precise process.

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ENR Art Director Hilling: 'Construction Is Beautiful'

ENR Construction

For the past eight years, Senior Art Director Scott Hilling has had a huge influence over the award-winning visual impact of ENR. His efforts are well known, due partly to a recent American Society of Business Publication Editors award, for dramatic design of ENR’s popular annual construction photo contest issue. He likened it to preparing “an art exhibit in a gallery.

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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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AU 2023 session catalog is live! Build your construction schedule 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction classes fill up fast! Register today. AU 2023 is shaping up to be an incredible 3-days of classes, keynotes, meetups, and more, and we’re excited to share that our session catalog is now live: See Sessions With more than 550 learning sessions, there will be 150+ construction-specific classes where you’ll hear from top industry experts and thought leaders across the globe.