Construction Business Owner
JUNE 9, 2021
Exploring Psychological Safety. Alex Headley. Wed, 06/09/2021 - 09:33. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, workforce stress is at an all-time high. More than 70% of the workforce agrees that this has been the most stressful time of their entire career. Depression rates have more than doubled, and there’s been an increase in substance abuse, domestic violence cases and suicides.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 9, 2021
With the help of Viewpoint’s HR Management software, construction HR departments can automate their onboarding, training and reporting processes.
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Construction Marketing
JUNE 7, 2021
Loading docks are the main entry points for all the goods distributed in markets and stores. Practically every product that you can buy have, at one point, passed through some busy loading docks. There’s no doubt that docks or bays located in freight terminals and warehouses play a vital role in commerce. . With all the hustle and bustle happening in loading docks, it shouldn’t surprise you that they’re a hotbed for injuries and accidents; countless dangers could occur in a typical dock.
The Constructor
JUNE 29, 2021
A Scottish research group seeks to develop ways of laying housing foundations on peatlands in an eco-friendly way. The initiative may pave the path.
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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.
Lets Build
JUNE 4, 2021
During one of our recent LetsBuild webinars, a Senior Project Manager on a residential project made a great analogy. The way we plan a residential project today is similar to the way we planned a road trip 40 years ago. . Imagine you go on a road trip with friends in 1980. A few days before the trip you sit down, take your Michelin map, and define the different stops you will make, the highway you will take, and you document that in a detailed roadbook.
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Construction Business Owner
JUNE 23, 2021
5 Tips for Flipping Flat Performance. Alex Headley. Wed, 06/23/2021 - 12:46. Rental equipment has become an essential part of the construction industry, with rental equipment now making up more than 55% of contractor equipment fleets.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 4, 2021
With cyberattacks on the rise, learn how to create a construction cybersecurity plan to protect sensitive data.
BD+C
JUNE 29, 2021
The world’s first 3D printed school has completed construction in Malawi, Africa. The project used a BOD2 printer from COBOD. The 600-sf school’s walls were 3D printed in just 18 hours. The school will help attract more students and provide facilities for a country with a shortage of 36,000 classrooms. This shortage would take an estimated 70 years to build using conventional methods and speed. . .
The Constructor
JUNE 28, 2021
Based on Turner & Townsend’s latest UK Market Intelligence Report, the construction industry needs to be prepared for continued price pressures.
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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.
Pro Builder
JUNE 4, 2021
Diversity, Workforce Development, and Repairing the Community with Construction. cbroderick. Fri, 06/04/2021 - 09:26. Learn more about workforce development and diversity from the leaders of ConstructReach, a program educating students about career paths in construction through outreach events across the country and partnerships with contractors. While many in the industry attempt to reach out to high school students through school visits and other means with little success, ConstructReach says
Business Facilities
JUNE 10, 2021
Millennials will soon make up 75 percent of the U.S. workforce—and locations that offer the right balance of living, working and playing are the frontrunners to acquire their skills. - Read: Talent Attraction: Millennial Magnets at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 16, 2021
4 Tips for Attracting & Retaining Gen Z Employees. Alex Headley. Wed, 06/16/2021 - 07:30. The skilled labor shortage in the United States continues to be a significant challenge for the construction industry. While the pandemic delayed many construction projects in 2020, the demand in 2021 is full steam ahead. This strong demand, coupled with older workers retiring, has intensified the labor shortage, creating space for the next generation of construction workers.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 30, 2021
A breakdown of some of the construction industry's biggest headlines and stories in June 2021.
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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?
BD+C
JUNE 10, 2021
The website expertmarketresearch.com estimates that the value of the global cross-laminated timber market hit $779 million in 2020, and is expected to grow annually by 13% to $1.624 billion in 2026.
The Constructor
JUNE 10, 2021
The placement of reinforcement in concrete members should conform to the applicable code and design requirements. It should also be ensured that.
Natural Building
JUNE 12, 2021
Rosie constructed a fine off-the-grid home out of five 20ft shipping containers. The home is situated in the middle of a spectacular conservation block and her modern shipping container home has been wonderfully designed to take full advantage of the surrounding landscape. This home is completely off the grid, with solar power, rainwater collection and even a vermi-composting toilet, meaning she will never need to see another power or water bill again.
Business Facilities
JUNE 17, 2021
Electric vehicle (EV) maker Canoo will build its first mega microfactory on a 400-acre site at the MidAmerica Industrial Park, where it will create over 2,000 jobs. - Read: EV Manufacturer Picks Tulsa For First Mega Microfactory 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.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 21, 2021
5 Key Metrics That Make or Break Your Company. Alex Headley. Mon, 06/21/2021 - 08:41. You can’t operate a jobsite without equipment. For many heavy civil construction companies, it’s the most significant asset they own. Therefore, it can have a profound impact on your bottom line. While there are many fleet performance metrics to manage to keep a fleet productive and healthy, the following are five key metrics and definitions below directly impact the bottom line.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 29, 2021
Registration is open for the best construction technology conferences of the year!
BD+C
JUNE 24, 2021
The coronavirus pandemic accelerated a shift toward architectural design work on existing buildings that already had been underway. That shift presents new opportunities, but also challenges that manufacturers and other partners can help architects meet. But when it comes to designing sustainably, architects need to become more than just “passive advisors” who leave final decisions to clients.
The Constructor
JUNE 16, 2021
A diamond plate or deck plate is a type of floor plate with one side having textures or raised patterns and the other side being smooth. The patterns.
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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!
Pro Builder
JUNE 9, 2021
What's New in K+B Fixtures and Fittings. ibush. Wed, 06/09/2021 - 07:00. . Recent product releases for the kitchen and bath, including sinks, toilets, tubs, and audio. Online exclusive: Additional products are featured in this online version of an article that appeared in the May/June 2021 issue. . Duravit Design Aims for Broad Appeal. D-Neo (shown, above), designed by Belgian designer Bertrand Lejoly, revolutionizes Duravit ’s entry-level bath designs, the company says, bringing the brand’s q
Business Facilities
JUNE 14, 2021
Virginia is injecting more than $2 billion into a Tech Talent Investment Program that cumulatively represents the largest state commitment to computer science education. - Read: Building The Top Tech Talent Pipeline In Virginia at BusinessFacilities.com.
Civiconcepts
JUNE 22, 2021
Steel Pipe Racks are essential to every highly productive and organized industrial workplace. They offer so many benefits that make daily operations go smoothly and efficiently. If you have yet … Top 5 Benefits Of Pipe Racks As Containers Read More ».
A David Creation
JUNE 18, 2021
Struggling to hire? You’re not alone in the current nationwide labor shortage. The home improvement industry, among others, is experiencing difficulty onboarding field workers as unemployment checks entice capable workers to stay unemployed. As an Account Executive for ADC, I see this issue across the board with our clients. While it might be encouraging to see schedules filled with eager customers, work cannot be done without laborers.
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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!
BD+C
JUNE 11, 2021
The United States is leading the way in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green buildings, according to new research by Uswitch.com, the comparison and switching service. .
The Constructor
JUNE 6, 2021
Lean 5S is a simple and practical method to bring a quality culture to construction worksites. 5S is a five-step organization technique that.
Pro Builder
JUNE 14, 2021
Lumber Falls to Lowest Price Since March. cbroderick. Mon, 06/14/2021 - 09:35. Lumber prices dropped 5% on Friday to the lowest price since March and 37% since prices hit a peak in May. Lumber futures decreased for the eighth consecutive day on Friday to $1,059.20 per thousand board feet, according to Business Insider. Lumber prices peaked at $1,670.50 per thousand board feet on May 7, and the National Association of Home Builders estimates sky-high lumber prices add an average of $36,000 to the
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