Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
CBO Spotlights 2024's Sustainability VIPs ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 19:01 Sustainable methods of building and the strategies that shape them continue to stimulate change across the built environment.
The Constructor
MARCH 1, 2024
Thermoplastic composites represent a highly ductile material capable of being repaired even after prolonged service. Characterized by their high toughness, substantial strength, and the unique ability to be remolded and recycled, these materials emerge as an optimal choice in various construction applications. Typically deployed in lightweight structures, storage tanks, door and window frames, as well […] The post Thermoplastic Composites in Construction – Types, Properties, Uses app
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Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
Establishing Healthy Confrontation ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 15:40 Many managers, supervisors and employees always have excuses for not completing tasks on time. A lot of leaders struggle with holding people accountable. They are often afraid if they’re too tough by demanding accountability, their people will resist and potentially quit their positions.
Contractor Bookkeeping
MARCH 1, 2024
Many small construction business owners tend to handle their accounting and bookkeeping, especially when they've just started. However, keeping track of the finance side of the business– everything from income to expenses to tax compliance– can be overwhelming. Mistakes can happen quite quickly and can have costly consequences for your business. Below are five of the most common Do-It-Yourself accounting errors you should avoid.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
Cutting Heavy Equipment Fuel Use ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 16:59 The cost of diesel fuel remains a primary concern for contractors in the construction industry. Fuel costs can constitute a significant portion of operational expenses, particularly on large projects or when equipment operates in less populated areas, requiring longer-distance fuel transportation.
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Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
Samuel Ashley Jr. on Sustainability in Long-Term Projects ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 18:23 Most construction companies wouldn’t accept a project with a 10-year-plus timeline. But when Japanese Solderless Terminals (JST) approached Michigan-based Cunningham-Limp with a grand vision of a campus that preserved the surrounding forest, the company couldn’t say no, said President Samuel Ashley Jr.
BD+C
MARCH 1, 2024
Smart Spaces for Smarter Working: Maximizing Workspace Flexibility with Lockers 1 kcichowicz Fri, 03/01/2024 - 09:31 MFPRO+ Blog Discover how smart lockers are revolutionizing hybrid workspaces, offering secure, flexible solutions that enhance productivity and employee satisfaction in modern offices. MFPRO+ Blog The Evolution of the Modern Workspace Over the last decade, the modern workspace has undergone a series of transformations, each shaped by technological advancements, economic shifts, a
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
Turn Your Workforce into a Work Force Your Guide to Building a Construction data hub mhodges Fri, 03/01/2024 - 09:52 Technology is essential for managing complex project portfolios. Our recent research found teams use an average of 10 tools to manage their projects. But this complexity is causing a productivity crisis in construction, where the volume of construction data has doubled over the last 3 years.
Construction Specifier
MARCH 1, 2024
By Ryan Shure Industrial buildings traditionally have gotten the reputation of being cold, utilitarian structures. However, this notion is rapidly changing as more and more people understand the importance of ambiance and environment for promoting employee wellbeing. With that said, modern industrial buildings cannot be all style with no foundation.
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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 Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
Bernhard’s Alyssa Jaksich on Environmental, Social & Governance Issues in Construction ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 18:29 If college-age Alyssa Jaksich, Bernhard’s chief of staff and head of ESG, heard her motto for life today, she would have laughed. “One of my college volleyball coaches always used the phrase, ‘Don’t just talk about it, be about it.
Contractor Magazine
MARCH 1, 2024
This week's product gallery features a linear drain built into a shower bench, an instant hot water tank, a designer linear drain, a tankless reverse osmosis system, and pipe joint lubricant.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
How Construction Sites Can Utilize Clean Energy ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 16:51 The 2022 Global Status Report for Building and Construction reports that the buildings and construction industry represents an estimated 37% of global operational energy and process-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
Construction Law
MARCH 1, 2024
Decisions of the Technology and Construction Court of the English and Wales High Court for February 2024. Supplied by BAILII, The British and Irish Legal Information Institute. Click on the case title to read the full decision on the BAILII website.
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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?
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
Picture This: The Rise of Visual Intelligence ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 16:42 For decades, leaders across all industries have used photos to see, understand and act upon insights appropriately. However, today’s artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced construction cameras provide a level of insight and awareness that was previously unattainable. Yet the information within an image isn’t always so evident.
Construction Law
MARCH 1, 2024
Adopting measures to comply with the Building Safety Act could hinder the construction sector’s recovery in 2024, according to the latest Spring Market View from consultant Arcadis. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
Tommy Linstroth Automates LEED Efforts at Green Badger ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 18:33 Tommy Linstroth started his career in real estate development with a company that committed to sustainable building practices. This company handled everything from historic building renovations to affordable housing to the first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)-certified McDonald’s in 2005.
ENR Construction
MARCH 1, 2024
Contracts for upgrade projects at several more maintenance facilities are set to be awarded his year.
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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 Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
How Advanced Machine Learning & Analytics Counter Security Risks & Enhance Operational Productivity ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 17:28 Theft at construction sites is a growing crisis, with the National Equipment Register reporting losses amounting to billions of dollars annually. In an era where the prices of crucial materials like lumber and copper are at record highs, this issue poses a severe financial burden on business owners.
ENR Construction
MARCH 1, 2024
Amtrak is planning to award contracts for upgrade projects at several more of its maintenance facilities this year.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
How the Lumber Supply Chain Impacts Your Construction Project ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 17:37 Trees are harvested in the forest or on tree farms by manually cutting the trees with chainsaws or using heavy machinery. Once harvested, the trees are transported to sawmills for processing. The trees are either loaded onto flatbed trucks or rail cars for transport to the sawmill.
Safety Services Company
MARCH 1, 2024
Nothing makes the heart skip a beat like missing the rung of a ladder. Just one foot misplaced can spell disaster, which can easily be avoided with the right strategy. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , fall incidents in construction make up almost half of all fall-related fatalities in the workplace. While this number has steadily dropped over the years, any life lost is one too many.
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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 Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
Planning for the Future: The Northeast Transmission Line ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 17:47 In just two years, 60% of the drinking water supply in the Houston, Texas, area — more than 500 million gallons per day (mgd) — will come from surface water. By 2034, the percentage is required to rise to 80%. The reason for this is to avert subsidence, which can be caused by excessive pumping of groundwater.
Contractor Magazine
MARCH 1, 2024
This milestone attendance—the highest level since 2009—reflects the bullish outlook of the residential construction industry.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
December 2023 Construction Stats ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 18:20 The Construction Business Owner team compiles statistics each month from several sources, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau, to give you a better understanding of the current state of affairs for the construction industry. The statistics featured in each month's print issue are for three months prior to the publication of the magazine, based on the data available.
Construction Law
MARCH 1, 2024
The Scottish Government has gone to consultation on three proposals to improve the resilience and flexibility of the planning system. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter on Fridays by creating a Newsletter account.
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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!
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
Linking Health, Safety & Sustainability With Libby Pritchard ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 18:35 Libby Pritchard, Director of Occupational Health, Safety & Sustainability at the National Sand, Stone & Gravel Association (NSSGA), has a bachelor’s degree in environmental science and two master’s degrees: one in water policy and management, and one in geography.
Construction Law
MARCH 1, 2024
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published its final report on the housebuilding market in Great Britain and says it has found evidence during its study that some housebuilders may have breached competition law by sharing information, influencing the build-out of sites and the prices of new homes. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 1, 2024
Todd Usher Tackles Sustainability in the Homebuilding Market ccapoccia Fri, 03/01/2024 - 18:40 Todd Usher, founder and owner of Greenville, South Carolina-based Addison Homes, didn’t start in construction. In fact, he started out in chemical manufacturing. That experience, though, set him on the path to building sustainable homes.
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