The Constructor

OCTOBER 20, 2016

There are various types of cofferdams used for construction of structures in water. Construction details of these cofferdams are provided in this.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 20, 2016

The Framework Project, LLC announced that the company has successfully completed two significant fire tests on Cross-laminated Timber as a building material, “demonstrating for the first time the feasibility of tall mass timber buildings in the U.S.”. The two tests provide proof that a mass timber assembly using Cross-laminated Timber (CLT) and Glue-laminated timber (glulam) can be used safely while meeting stringent fire code requirements.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Corrosion protection of underwater piles is essential in case of steel piles. When steel piles are used in seawater, it reacts chemically to form.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 20, 2016

HDR has recently published a new report that explores one of the biggest challenges facing healthcare organizations today: how to respond to increasing unknowns in the industry while encouraging future-focused innovation. Healthcare strategists, retail strategists, lean operation experts, architects, designers, data analysts and engineers worked together to write the report.

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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.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Dear Sir Greetings!! Actually i have a column jaketing work foe strength up but i have receive 3 side from there one side attach with another brick.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 20, 2016

What are the different types of contract? what is the difference b/w FIDIC and other contract?

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 20, 2016

. . As the Illinois Department of Transportation waits for new equipment, it has asked at least one county for help with snow plowing, according to a report in The Daily Herald. The paper reports that Lake County officials have been offered payment to plow 217 lane miles of state roads. Other government agencies have been given a similar offer, the paper reports, but IDOT would not say who they were.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Reser’s Fine Foods, a manufacturer of freshly prepared foods, will build a new 300,000-square-foot prepared salad plant in Topeka, KS. The company intends to invest $86.5 million and create a total of 180 jobs through a two-phase project. (Photo: Reser’s Fine Foods). “Reser’s roots run deep in Topeka,” said President Mark Reser. “Our family and the company have been connected to the city for decades, and our long-standing partnership with the community has fueled the company’s growth.

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Two high school students and two college students were named winners of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s (ARTBA) 6th annual “Student Transportation Video Contest” during ARTBA’s National Convention earlier this month. Each student will receive a $500 cash prize.

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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.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Masdar City began its life cycle with a pretty lofty goal; become the first city in the world to reach net-zero carbon levels. While this dream of carbon neutrality may never come to pass, Masdar City, which sits just outside of Abu Dhabi, may have a refreshed vision of its future, but it is a vision that still puts the emphasis on sustainability and innovation.

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 20, 2016

The American Rental Association (ARA) board of directors has named Tony Conant to the position of EVP/CEO, effective mid-November. He succeeds Christine Wehrman, who is retiring after 16 years with the association. Conant will become the fourth executive vice president/CEO of the ARA since its founding in 1955. He most recently served as COO at the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) headquartered in Phoenix.

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Contractor Magazine

OCTOBER 20, 2016

By Doug Dougherty, President and CEO – The Geothermal Exchange Organization. One of our most promising sources of renewable energy—geothermal heat pumps (GHPs)—is rapidly approaching a crossroads. read more.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Building codes and utility mandates have propelled California and Massachusetts to national leadership on energy efficiency, according to the American Council For an Energy-Efficient Economy's recent state rankings. . Both states improved their overall scores from last year. Massachusetts scored 19.5 out of 20 in utility policy, while perfect scores for appliance efficiency standards and transportation policy helped California tie the Bay State.

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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?

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Contractor Magazine

OCTOBER 20, 2016

HomeServe USA (HomeServe), a leading provider of home repair solutions, today announced winners of its 1st Annual National Top Contractor Awards. read more.

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Green Industry Professionals

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Recall involves several brands of consumer-grade walk mowers: Husqvarna, Poulan Pro, Jonsered, Craftsman, Yardworks, Murray and Brute.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Advanced manufacturer HTS International Corporation has announced it will invest $21.4 million to establish its global headquarters and new U.S. manufacturing facility in Knox County, TN. The company plans to create 200 jobs over the next four years. The operations in Knox County’s Pellissippi Corporate Center will be HTS International’s first facility in the U.S.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Nixon Peabody’s new Washington, D.C., office bucks traditional law firm interior designs by ditching large corner offices, solid doors and stone and mahogany finishes.

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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.

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Contractor Magazine

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Chemistry and Biology students on the University of Kentucky campus have a new space to explore with the recent completion of the Academic Science Building (ASB). read more.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 20, 2016

This week's blog highlights from across the industry look at: What Will Construction on Mars Look Like?Prescription for Construction Labor Shortages - Offsite Preconstruction & TrainingGlass Industry High on DronesRead more.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

OCTOBER 20, 2016

It can seem to be a major drain. You pay your dues to the association, and then get invited to pay more for association events. Then you receive telemarketing, email and fax invitations to advertise in association publications and sponsor events. Soon, you tabulate the financial and time cost and ask yourself: “Why am I […].

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Revit OpEd

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Autodesk's Sasha Crotty discussed the big picture for Revit's development at RTC in Porto. Sasha is the current Revit Core Product Manager which means (from her bio) she is responsible for the direction and evolution of Revit's multi-disciplinary tools, performance, and the API. If you're curious about that you can check out her post HERE.

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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!

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 20, 2016

The largest construction undertaking in the hospital’s 160-year history, the project aims to make the medical experience as stress free as possible for children.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Early last week, an effort to bring down a 93-year old bridge didn't quite meet with success. The charges went off but the bridge failed to fall. Read more.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 20, 2016

The Blue Plains Tunnel, a key element of DC Water’s Clean Rivers Project to bring the District of Columbia into compliance with the Clean Water Act, resulted in a series of firsts for the project team.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 20, 2016

The Smithsonian Institution has been since its establishment in 1846 America’s official repository for our most significant historical and cultural artifacts, everything from the Wright Brothers’ airplane to the flag that inspired Francis Scott Key to write The Star Spangled Banner to Archie Bunker’s favorite chair. The Smithsonian’s holdings include more than 138 million items; an estimated 30 million visitors per year view the items that are displayed for public view.

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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!

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Virginia Commonwealth University’s approximately $25-million Basketball Development Center is enough to impress any high school recruit, the project team says.

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Contractor Magazine

OCTOBER 20, 2016

On October 17, Comprehensive Energy Services, Inc. presented a $20,000 check to Florida Hospital Cancer Institute at the company’s 10th Annual Charity Golf Tournament. read more.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 20, 2016

An elementary school with a 500-gallon saltwater fish tank modified from a Hurricane Sandy-salvaged bus is just one example of the creativity displayed in the winning entries in this year’s ENR MidAtlantic Best Projects competition.

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