Thu.Dec 21, 2023

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Holiday lights add festive mood to construction jobsites

Construction Dive

From a hospital project in Connecticut to a Christmas tree with a family history, contractors took time to make the season brighter.

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BIM Dimensions 101: 3D, 4D, 5D,6D, 7D, 8D, & Beyond

Autodesk Construction Cloud

We don't always throw around the word "revolutionary," but building information modeling (BIM) has truly been that over the last few decades. At its core, BIM represents an all-encompassing strategy for creating and managing information about a built asset. It's a cloud-based model that brings together structured, multidisciplinary data to develop an intelligent model that represents an asset throughout its lifecycle.

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US regulators flag commercial real estate as a leading risk in 2024

Construction Dive

“Signs of stress emerged in 2023, and the market outlook is challenging” for commercial real estate, according to the Financial Stability Oversight Council.

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Battery Innovator Form Energy Secures $30M California Grant for Major Energy Storage Project

ENR Construction

Developer, using Iron-air technology instead of lithium-ion for 100-hour storage facility, gains $30-million state grant—as U.S. battery installation sets records in the third quarter.

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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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5 biggest data centers to break ground in 2023

Construction Dive

The sector’s market boom has been well-documented throughout the year, but signs of weakness could herald a squeeze ahead.

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Top labor and safety stories of 2023

Construction Dive

From advancements in hard hats to the continued skilled worker shortage, here are some of the topics that were most popular with readers this year.

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Unlocking the Value of 3D/4D Digital Construction Management

ENR Construction

Discover how Sam Buttweiler from Ames Construction, Tim Paul from MnDOT, and Andy Kaiyala from WSB successfully implemented and leveraged 3D/4D digital construction management on the TH 169 Roadway Expansion Project.

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High interest rates knock construction starts to 10-month low

Construction Dive

Economist Richard Branch anticipates weak starts until mid-2024, despite potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.

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Battery Innovator Form Energy Secures $30M California Grant for 100-Hour Storage Project

ENR Construction

Developer, using Iron-air technology instead of lithium-ion for long-duration storage, will build first state facility at PG&E plant site—as U.S. battery installation set new records in the third quarter.

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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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Construction’s top C-suite moves of 2023

Construction Dive

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

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Battery Innovator Form Energy Secures Grant for Major Energy Storage Project in Calif.

ENR Construction

Developer, using Iron-air technology instead of lithium-ion for 100-hour storage facility, gains $30-million state grant—as U.S. battery installation sets records in the third quarter.

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Dodge Momentum Index: Nonresidential Planning Activity Remains Historically Elevated

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The Dodge Momentum Index , issued by Dodge Construction Network, decreased 1% in November to 179.2 (2000=100) from the revised October reading of 181.7. Over the month, the commercial and institutional components both fell 1%. “While both portions of the Momentum Index saw slower momentum in planning, overall levels remain steady and will support construction spending in 2024 and 2025,” stated Sarah Martin, associate director of forecasting for DCN.

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BLS Statistics Show Construction Fatalities Ticked Up in 2022

ENR Construction

On-the-job fatality rate rose by 11% in 2022 for construction and extraction workers, the second highest of all industries, according to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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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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40 Small Laundry Room Ideas That Maximize Space And Style

CivilJungle

The laundry room is often an overlooked space in many homes, yet it serves a crucial purpose in keeping our clothes clean and organized. However, with limited space, it can become a cluttered and inefficient area.

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Chicago Jury Lands Big Tuna, Former Alderman Ed Burke Guilty of Racketeering, Bribing Developers

ENR Construction

Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke, 79, faces a minimum of 30 years in prison after being convicted of bribery of developers and racketeering conspiracy.

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Awesome White Two-Storey Modern Residence | 40 Different Ideas for Two-Storey Modern Residence

CivilJungle

Welcome to the world of modern living where homes are designed to blend elegance, functionality, and architectural artistry.

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Architecture Billings Index Remains Negative for Fourth Straight Month

ENR Construction

Architecture billings shrank for the fourth consecutive month and the seventh overall month of 2023 in November.

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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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6 Ways to Showcase Your Love Story Through Home Decor on Valentine’s Day

Civiconcepts

Image: pexels It’s that time of the year again!

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Labor Dept. Statistics Show Construction Fatalities Ticked Up in 2022

ENR Construction

Construction fatality rate increases by 11% in 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Flexible Technologies Help Multifamily Operators During Challenging Times

BD+C

Flexible Technologies Help Multifamily Operators During Challenging Times 1 kcichowicz Thu, 12/21/2023 - 09:28 MFPRO+ Blog Explore different strategies for success amidst changing market dynamics. Understand the importance of flexibility in smart building technologies and how to decide on the right business model to navigate challenges and seize opportunities in unpredictable times.

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ENR Editor Urges Online Visit To Historic Early Issues Archive

ENR Construction

Scott Lewis wears so many hats at ENR it can be hard to keep track of them.

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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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Congress Passes New FAA Stopgap, Keeping Funds Flowing

ENR Construction

Further stopgap continues through March 8.

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Powerful Eastern Coastal Storm Batters Maine

ENR Construction

Maine is bearing the brunt of a powerful coastal storm with crews assessing infrastructure damage.

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Maine Hardest Hit by Powerful East Coast Storm

ENR Construction

Damage assessment is still underway.

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