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How Your Team Can Learn From the Recent Crane Collapse in NYC

Construction Business Owner

How Your Team Can Learn From the Recent Crane Collapse in NYC ccapoccia Tue, 09/05/2023 - 10:18 July’s tower crane fire, and subsequent collapse, at a construction site on 41st Street in New York City (NYC) made for some exciting viral video content and a few days’ worth of local headlines. Just as quickly as it went viral, it faded away and will be another footnote in the ongoing story that is the Manhattan skyline.

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Construction Industry Trends: August 2023 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

August was a green month for construction, with lots of news focused on sustainable building, material reuse, and environmentally-friendly building.

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Sustainability and Facilities Management in the Public Sector

Job Order Contracting

Sustainability and Facilities Management in the Public Sector are critical issues from both environmental and economic perspectives. Due to increasing concern about sustainability and productivity issues, there is a demand for public sector real property owners to significant boost productivity and overall stewardship of the built environment. Any significant improvement, however, will require LEADERSHIP, COMMITMENT, CAPACITY, and ACCOUNTABILITY.

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Construction spending growth looks ‘solid going forward’

Construction Dive

Strong nonresidential hiring numbers and several massive projects in development signal more investment ahead, according to ABC’s chief economist.

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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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Payment Applications 101: A Guide to Pay Apps in Construction

Fieldwire

In most industries, requesting payment is as simple as sending a bill or invoice for work you’ve completed. Due to the size and complexity of most construction projects, contractors often need to supply additional proof of their work to prove to the owner or general contractor (GC) that they deserve to get paid. On many projects, construction businesses are required to submit a payment application.

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Building a Better Future – How the Construction Industry Can Attract the Best Talent

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The construction industry plays a vital role in shaping societies. However, current projections indicate a shortage of workers to keep up with infrastructure demands. The industry also struggles with a significant lack of diversity and inclusion – something to consider when attracting emerging talent. To meet these challenges, both the industry and educational institutions need to find better ways to communicate the benefits of a career in construction.

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Skanska wins $834M highway improvement project

Construction Dive

Washington state DOT contracted the Sweden-based developer to build toll lanes along a 4.5-mile stretch of the I-405 corridor.

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Changing Specs: The Proof Is in the Pudding

Contractor Magazine

Nashville-area Parkway Construction Services changes plumbing spec on college campus building to cut costs on material and labor.

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August Project Wins: Contractors report their latest awards

Construction Dive

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

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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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Optimizing interior design for human health

BD+C

Optimizing interior design for human health 0 qpurcell Tue, 09/05/2023 - 12:53 Designers Page Southerland Page demonstrates how interior design influences our mood, mental health, and physical comfort. Page Southerland Page Apartments Office Buildings Designers Architects Daylighting Designs Interior Architecture The practice of interior design is not limited to functional and aesthetic drivers.

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Texas judge strikes down law that would ban city-mandated water breaks

Construction Dive

Supporters claimed the so-called Death Star legislation would eliminate cumbersome regulations across the state.

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Understanding Mortar Mix Ratios: A Guide to Choosing the Right Blend

CivilJungle

Introduction of Mortar Mix Ratio Mortal is necessary when working with brickwork, metal, and block. In its basic form, mortal is made with a blender and sand with water. But most contractor also joins hydrated lime.

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Hensel Phelps Named GC/CM for $1.5B Sea-Tac Airport Concourse Improvement

ENR Construction

The South Concourse Evolution project would add seismic support and modernize the busy international terminal.

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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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Clear Cover for Slab, Beam, Column, Staircase and Footing

CivilJungle

Translucent Covering for Slabs, Beams, Columns, Stairs, and Floors covers slabs, beams, columns, stairs, and foundations. Generally, a little cover is taken as 15mm to 75 mm for RCC work.

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ENR Midwest Names Safety and Sustainability Award Winners

ENR Construction

This blog will comment on all matters related to design and construction in the Midwest.

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Preconstruction Professionals: You Won’t Want to Miss Autodesk University 2023

Autodesk Construction Cloud

We’re thrilled to announce that Autodesk University is back and better than ever before! We’ve made sure to pack every hour of the event with opportunities for you to learn, grow, and connect. Whether you’re learning from experts in a dynamic conversation panel, rubbing shoulders with industry professionals at an evening reception, or learning about emerging technologies, there won’t be a wasted moment.

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FHWA Reallocates $7.9B in Uncommitted Highway Funds to States

ENR Construction

The total is a record amount for FHWA's annual August funding redistribution.

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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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Life of an Architect Podcast Ep. 133: Ask the Show, Fall 2023

BD+C

Life of an Architect Podcast Ep. 133: Ask the Show, Fall 2023 Life of an Architect Podcast dbarista Tue, 09/05/2023 - 10:54 Bob Borson, FAIA, and Andrew Hawkins, AIA, answer listeners' burning questions in episode 133 of the Life of an Architect podcast. Bob Borson, FAIA We get asked a lot of good questions here on the show. They come up in the comment section, they are emailed to us, and sometimes we get stopped at conventions and panel discussions.

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ENR Mountain States Names Excellence in Safety and Sustainability Winners

ENR Construction

Five projects awarded for Excellence in Safety and Excellence in Sustainability

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Mastering Metal Bonding: Can Liquid Nails Do the Job?

CivilJungle

Do Liquid Nails Work on Metal?