Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 20, 2023

There are many reasons to adopt integrated construction software, including flexibility, organization, and project management.

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The Constructor

JULY 20, 2023

Stirrups are an integral part of reinforced concrete construction. They provide additional strength to concrete structures, improve stability, increase seismic resistance, and reduce cracking. Stirrups are usually formed from steel bars bent into specific shapes and arranged in a pattern to reinforce concrete. This article provides an overview of stirrups in reinforced concrete construction, including […] The post An Overview Of Stirrups In Reinforced Concrete Construction appeared first o

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 20, 2023

Work scope visibility is critical to efficient construction outcomes. A well defined and well communicated scope of work is a fundamental requirement in order to consistently acheive quality outcomes on time and on budget. “A detailed, well communicated Scope of Work enables teams to have complete visibility of the requirements and the issues of the project on an early and ongoing basis.” “You need fully transparent, objective information in order to create an accurate detailed Scope of Wo

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Construction Dive

JULY 20, 2023

With four operating companies and a nearly 75-year history, the Southwest firm is poised to take on new opportunities, said Wendy Cohen.

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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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BD+C

JULY 20, 2023

Transform your work environment with biophilic design 0 qpurcell Thu, 07/20/2023 - 15:18 Biophilic Design Lauren Elliott, Director of Interior Design, Design Collaborative, shares various ways biophilic design elements can be incorporated into the office space. Lauren Elliott, RID, NCIDQ Office Buildings Designers Biophilic Design Daylighting Designs Two significant elements of a thriving workspace are the connection to nature and natural light.

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Revit OpEd

JULY 20, 2023

What if I'm asked to create a vertical bottom wall that will transition into a slanted upper wall? Initially the wall configuration looks like the walls on the left in the following image. I added another vertical wall at the top of the slanted portion just for fun. Each wall doesn't know anything about the other so there is no attempt by Revit to miter them together.

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BD+C

JULY 20, 2023

Passing Marks: Transferring Safer School Design to Other Applications 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 08:43 The benefits of safer school design can improve the safety and security of more general-use projects—especially with the use of passive protection. Resources like the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) K–12 guidelines provide insight into how safer school designs can be a step-by-step process, but these recommendations are still voluntary in many locations.

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Construction Dive

JULY 20, 2023

The regulation update will explicitly mandate that employers provide appropriately sized safety gear, which could better protect more workers, especially women.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 20, 2023

Galliard Homes has secured approval from Lewisham Planning Committee to transform Leegate Shopping Centre in Lee Green, South East London into a residential tower. A building of up to 15 storeys containing 562 new homes designed by Rolfe Judd Architecture can now be constructed on the 1.92-hectare brownfield site currently occupied by the 1960s shopping centre.

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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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Construction Dive

JULY 20, 2023

The project represents another infrastructure win for the U.K.-based contractor funded by U.S. public works dollars.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 20, 2023

The construction industry is one of the most complex and challenging sectors. Projects can be highly demanding and require a significant amount of planning and coordination to complete successfully. However, with advancements in technology, specifically the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and chat GBT, the construction industry can experience a transformation in how it operates.

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Construction Dive

JULY 20, 2023

The Shimmick/Traylor/Granite joint venture is seeking the sum from the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 20, 2023

In a bounce-back year, Hampshire-based civil engineering contractor Knights Brown has recorded turnover of over £100m for the first time. The 13% jump in revenue also saw the firm turnaround portability generating a pre-tax profit of £2m after a £33,000 loss in 2022. Managing director, Kevin Valentine, said: “Our focus is on establishing a sound financial footing that will support long-term growth and create opportunities for our people. “I’m delighted we’ve been able to break throug

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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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Construction Specifier

JULY 20, 2023

Photos and illustrations courtesy EVAPCO. By Mihir Kalyani The cooling tower is perhaps the most broadly and globally recognized single component of a building cooling system. This has led to the incorrect use of the term “cooling tower” to refer to pieces of equipment that provide both latent and sensible heat transfer in buildings. When comparing open loop cooling towers to closed-circuit coolers, the heat transfer occurs at different locations.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 20, 2023

London developer Sellar has secured planning permission to build 444 purpose-built student homes, office and retail space at King’s Place in Southwark. Site owner Southwark Homes brought in Sellar as development manager to advance the student accommodation project replacing earlier plans for a hotel and flats at the Harper Road and Borough High Street site.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

JULY 20, 2023

Turner Construction Company’s Second Quarter 2023 Turner Building Cost Index — which measures costs in the non-residential building construction market in the United States — had increased to the value of 1365. This represents a 1.19% quarterly increase from the Fourth Quarter 2022 and a 6.39% yearly increase from the Second Quarter 2022. The building costs and price trends tracked by the Turner Building Cost Index may or may not reflect regional conditions in any given quarter.

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BD+C

JULY 20, 2023

Fire-Rated Systems in Light-Frame Wood Construction 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/20/2023 - 09:38 Multifamily Housing Find guidance on designing and building some of the most cost-effective, code-compliant fire-rated construction systems. APA – THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION Multifamily Housing While no building is truly fireproof, construction materials and systems can make a building fire safe.

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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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Construction Enquirer

JULY 20, 2023

A glazing and roofing contractor which has been in business for nearly 200 years has ceased trading with the loss of 49 jobs. The Enquirer reported last month that the owners of Norman & Underwood were working with Begbies Traynor to find a buyer. But Begbies Traynor has now been appointed administrator at the business after no suitable offers came forward.

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ENR Construction

JULY 20, 2023

The House Appropriations Committee approved the EPA/Dept. of Interior spending bill The July 19 by a party-line 33-27 vote.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 20, 2023

M&S bosses have aimed a withering attack at Michael Gove after the Levelling Up Secretary refused plans to demolish and rebuild its flagship store on Oxford Street. Gove’s decision to go against the recommendation of his planning inspectors was described as “pathetic” and “nonsensical” by M&S CEO Stuart Machin. Plans for a new ten-storey steel and glass office complex on the site have been approved by Westminster City Council the GLA and planning inspector D

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ENR Construction

JULY 20, 2023

The House Appropriations Committee approved the spending bill July 19 by a party-line 33-27 vote.

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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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Construction Enquirer

JULY 20, 2023

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has appointed Morgan Sindall to build a £25m diagnostic centre. The 40,000 sq ft building will be situated next to the Quadram Institute on the Norwich Research Park, connecting the pre-existing infrastructure at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital to the new services. A steel frame will be installed with brick façade in keeping with the rest of the University Hospital estate.

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ENR Construction

JULY 20, 2023

Focus now shifts to Senate, where committee has yet to act on FAA bill.

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Constructlaw

JULY 20, 2023

SDSP, LLC v. Attias , 2023 Pa. Super. Unpub. LEXIS 1518 The Superior Court of Pennsylvania vacated a multimillion-dollar award to subcontractors arising from a payment dispute, and remanded the matter to the trial court for an attorney’s fees award to the developer who prevailed on appeal. This is a strong reminder to all tiers of the construction chain that Pennsylvania’s Contractor and Subcontractor Payment Act (CASPA) allows substantially prevailing parties — whether owners, contractors, or s

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CivilJungle

JULY 20, 2023

What Is the Best Landscaping Design Software? SketchUp Free is one of the best free landscape design software available on the Trimble website, a web-based 3D modeling tool suitable for personal use.

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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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Civiconcepts

JULY 20, 2023

When you’ve got a mammoth project on hand, you might be in a dilemma about where to entrust the responsibility of heavy hauling.

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CivilJungle

JULY 20, 2023

Top Free Construction Software In today’s rapidly evolving world, the construction industry has embraced digitalization as a means to enhance productivity, efficiency, and collaboration.

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CivilJungle

JULY 20, 2023

How Much Does a Yard of Gravel Weigh? One cubic yard of Gravel frequently weighs between 2,400 to 3,000 lbs. And a companion bulk almost.

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