Business Facilities
AUGUST 10, 2020
The IRS has extended a critical deadline for investments in Qualified Opportunity Zones until the end of the year, hoping to entice investors who have largely sat on their money during the global pandemic. - Read: There’s Still Time To Invest In Qualified Opportunity Zones at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 4, 2020
Learn why proactive companies have successfully managed to maintain training through difficult times.
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Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 6, 2020
What Employment Laws Could Look Like After COVID-19. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 08/06/2020 - 14:02. The reopening of America’s workplaces is creating a variety of challenges for employees and employers alike. In some cases, employers attempting to resume operations are hampered, and in some instances, they are unable to do so due to laid-off employees’ reluctance or refusal to return to work.
The Constructor
AUGUST 31, 2020
Parametric modeling (or parametric design) is the creation of a digital model based on a series of computer-generated rules or algorithms, known as.
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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.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 27, 2020
How real property owners and facilities management professionals traditionally plan, procure, and deliver projects is the most significant barrier to improving capital reinvestment performance outcomes. Without effective management processes it is impossible to consistently achieve best value outcomes, such as the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, or new construction projects on-time and on-time.
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GCP Applied Technologies
AUGUST 26, 2020
Is offsite construction the answer to jobsite safety concerns? Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 08/26/2020 - 10:37. GCP Applied Technologies. August 26, 2020. While some folks commonly think of precast as grey concrete, used for sewer systems or structural elements, it can also be used to construct entire buildings, including schools, office structures, and condominiums.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 3, 2020
Small and midsize cities pay above-average construction wages and boast modest costs of living that make them excellent locations for workers in the industry, according to a new analysis.
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 24, 2020
5 Ways To Promote Worker Health & Safety During the Pandemic. Elizabeth Manning. Mon, 08/24/2020 - 16:46. 5 important considerations to promote a safe and healthy construction jobsite during the pandemic.
The Constructor
AUGUST 20, 2020
Honeycomb is a rough and stony concrete appearance with air spaces between aggregates. It may occur due to improper concrete workability, improper.
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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.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 31, 2020
Construction procurement planning is critical to the success of facilities management and all related repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build activities. Focus upon best value based processes, long-term service provider partnerships, LEAN construction delivery methods, and enabling collaborative technologies can lead to measurable and significantly improved outcomes.
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 4, 2020
Komatsu has announced plans to rebrand its underground hard rock equipment, surface wheel loaders, and new line of blasthole drills to reflect the company’s focus on growth in these areas.
GCP Applied Technologies
AUGUST 20, 2020
Protecting steel in concrete. Phillip.fry@gc…. Thu, 08/20/2020 - 14:03. GCP Applied Technologies. August 20, 2020. Corrosion of reinforcement and other embedded steel elements is the leading cause of deterioration and loss of durability in concrete structures. Corrosion of reinforcement and other embedded steel elements is the leading cause of deterioration and loss of durability in concrete structures.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 6, 2020
In challenging economic times, contractors need to be especially vigilant for warning signs such as uncertain financing, incomplete drawings or an owner with a bad reputation, experts say.
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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
AUGUST 27, 2020
How to Implement a Safe COVID-19 Travel Policy. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 08/27/2020 - 11:29. It’s been months since the coronavirus pandemic first hit the United States, but rules and regulations about how to operate safely continue to fluctuate. What’s remained the same, however, is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) saying that limiting contact with others is the best way to protect yourself and others from getting sick.
The Constructor
AUGUST 30, 2020
If the estimated settlement of a building exceeds the allowable settlement, then the designer can choose the following methods to cope with the.
Lets Build
AUGUST 19, 2020
What does collaborative planning mean for construction? Construction projects are complex business. A huge number of stakeholders need to come together and work towards the same goal with full respect for both the short and long-term planning of the project. Free guide: How to reduce construction delays by more than 20%. All tasks, on-site activities, and material orders are inextricably linked to each other and the slightest mistake or misunderstanding can quickly block the development of the
Business Facilities
AUGUST 17, 2020
The wireless network operator will invest $30 million to relocate one of its Customer Experience Centers to Henrico County, VA. - Read: T-Mobile Will Create Up To 500 New Jobs In Virginia at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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.
GCP Applied Technologies
AUGUST 17, 2020
Choosing Weather Barriers: Mechanically-Attached vs. Self-Adhered. michael.delros…. Mon, 08/17/2020 - 17:50. GCP Applied Technologies. August 17, 2020. Today, there are an overwhelming amount of weather barrier product choices available to contractors. Their performance varies widely. Some believe that because a product has met all the requirements of the building code, that it is the right choice for their project.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 4, 2020
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association released a report detailing projects that have been delayed or canceled by 44 states, transportation authorities and local governments.
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 14, 2020
How to Lead Your Team Through a Pandemic. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 08/14/2020 - 10:55. Take a breath. If the true test of a good leader is how they handle the tough times, 2020 has been a test for the ages. Navigating an economic recession in the midst of an unprecedented global health crisis is no small task, but the construction leaders in this article have taken on the challenge and come out stronger for it.
The Constructor
AUGUST 17, 2020
Deciding on the termination point of piles during the construction process is a critical task. The actual pile termination level may increase or.
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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!
Lets Build
AUGUST 12, 2020
In construction, documentation is always key. As a Project Manager, you need to be able at any time to retrieve critical data that will allow you to efficiently manage claims in your projects. Free guide: How to reduce construction delays by more than 20%. The smallest mistake and you can quickly end up fighting against claims that can block your project and cost you thousands of Euros.
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 13, 2020
A California company has devised a process that integrates recycled plastic into road repaving, an innovation that could revolutionize the industry while yielding environmental benefits.
BD+C
AUGUST 21, 2020
The spread of the coronavirus has had a devastating impact on the U.S. and worldwide economies. But that spread also created health and wellness scenarios for the built environment that lend themselves to reconstruction and renovation, say AEC firms. “I anticipate an increase in renovation/reconstruction as buildings are adapted to COVID-required standards,” says Guy Geier, FAIA, FIIDA, LEED AP, Managing Partner with FX Collaborative.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 11, 2020
Based on data that has ramifications for the entire industry, a new report from a subcontractor association also said that its members have taken a nearly 18% hit to productivity since the coronavirus outbreak began.
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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
AUGUST 26, 2020
How to Overcome the Loneliness of Leadership. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 08/26/2020 - 11:04. Leadership is lonely. I have the privilege of coaching top leaders in organizations around the world—both in and out of the construction industry—and this loneliness is ubiquitous. In good times, it feels like you are figuring it out and your work stays on an even keel.
The Constructor
AUGUST 17, 2020
Microtunnelling is an efficient trenchless technique for the construction of small diameter tunnels. The method is especially useful for laying.
cnstrctr
AUGUST 30, 2020
And what you can do to prevent them from going over. The post Why Construction Projects Go Over Budget appeared first on cnstrctr.
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