Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The Case for Cleaner Construction. Alex Headley. Thu, 10/07/2021 - 08:30. According to data from the World Green Building Council, building and construction are responsible for 39% of all carbon emissions in the world. Of the 39%, operational emissions account for 28% and the remaining 11% comes from embodied carbon emissions, or “upfront” carbon that is associated with materials and construction processes throughout the whole building lifecycle.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 16, 2021

Technological innovations have a way of changing pretty much every industry they touch, and security is no different. Today, we’re looking at some of.

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DebunkTheBIM

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Building project clients come in all shapes and sizes. From the very small, ‘let’s build a garage’ or ‘renovate the kitchen’ types, to gigantic institutional owners of city-size developments. To create their projects, apart from the staunch DIYers, most draw on a plethora of advisors and consultants for assistance. BIM advocacy rarely makes their list.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Housing, Industrialized: Your Road Map to Off-Site Construction. rbinsacca. Mon, 10/04/2021 - 14:02. For home builders, transitioning to off-site building methods requires an operational overhaul. John Caulfield, Contributing Editor. About 15 years ago, the California-based builder Wathen Castanos Homes agreed to be a “guinea pig” for testing the construction of a single home using prefabricated wall panels made by a supplier in Nevada.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 14, 2021

A tidal wave of venture capital is fueling a boom in startups around the world. Locations are racing to establish thriving startup ecosystems that make them magnets for unicorns. The post Startup Ecosystems Are Everywhere appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The Military’s Project-Management Musts. Alex Headley. Wed, 10/20/2021 - 15:45. Having had the opportunity to train thousands of managers and staff over my 30 years as a consultant, I have always emphasized a key approach to project management: utilizing before action reviews (BARs) and after action reviews (AARs). This article will detail the benefits of these processes and how you can start using them on your projects.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 16, 2021

We all know that the main constituent of concrete is cement, which is obtained by breaking down calcium carbonate (limestone). When carried out on a.

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 14, 2021

This contemporary Australian home by Sustainable Building and Design, completed in 2020, showcases what is possible when sustainability is the goal. The clients wanted to create a comfortable, healthy, attractive home with a small carbon footprint and low maintenance requirements. The design takes full advantage of passive solar principles and minimizes the amount of energy required for heating or cooling.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Independent Living and Aging in Place: Can smart home technology be the key? kcichowicz. Fri, 10/22/2021 - 00:00. Although incorporating high-tech solutions can be daunting for many, there’s been a significant shift in behavior from the baby boomer generation that builders can be sure to take note of: more are relying on voice activated and easy to-use devices, both in the home and beyond. .

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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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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 22, 2021

MTC's new Mobile, AL, facility will lead to the creation of 75 jobs, has potential for further growth in future. The post MTC Logistics Opens $61 Million Cargo Hub In Alabama appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Learn Civil Engineering

OCTOBER 22, 2021

The concrete broker sat in with a few concreters who are part of our team to see the qualities that make great concreters. The results may surprise you. It’s not about putting and finishing concrete. Concreter is more than putting up a hammer and pouring concrete every day. Our concreters let us know that although […].

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 4, 2021

3 Ways to Optimize your Parts & Components for Maximum Equipment Uptime. Alex Headley. Mon, 10/04/2021 - 07:45. Your business depends on the reliability of your equipment to increase profit and maintain a robust project pipeline. It’s no surprise, then, that when your equipment has a reputation for service and dependability, increased market share and brand reputation will follow.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 23, 2021

The construction industry is one of the least automated ones and depends chiefly on manual labor. However, there has been an increasing acceptance of.

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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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Civiconcepts

OCTOBER 30, 2021

Difference Between Wood and Timber Wood is a hard fibrous material that forms the main substance of the trunk or branches of a tree or shrub used for fuel or … Difference Between Wood and Timber | What Is Wood | What Is Timber | What Is Lumber Read More ».

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 15, 2021

How Down Payment Loans Affect the Housing Market. ldeakins. Fri, 10/15/2021 - 09:43. First-time buyers are struggling to keep up. As financial standards for loans are getting tighter, potential homebuyers are losing out to all-cash offers or higher down payments from other buyers in an ultracompetitive housing market. Many first time buyers depend on mortgage loans financed by the Federal Housing Administration, whereas sellers in a tight market are looking for home shoppers with the “highest do

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Ava Security, a unified service provider of cyber and video security, has selected Raleigh, NC as the location for the company’s new Americas headquarters. The post Ava Security Picks North Carolina For America’s HQ appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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The Korte Company

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Meaghan Daiber never broke 5’2”, but she’s got the kind of presence that makes people say, “Huh, I thought she was taller.”. Maybe it’s because the sheer force of her bubbly personality contradicts her size. Her tenacity drove her to become a long-time basketball player, height be damned. And that same spirit didn’t flinch over a childhood stumbling block — some unusual bones in her feet — that might’ve tripped up someone with a weaker constitution.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Defining Diligence & Scope of Work. Alex Headley. Fri, 10/22/2021 - 13:35. The wrongful performance of professional services can not only result in hefty financial losses, but also structural damages that can cause many problems, from delays to collapses and loss of life. The errors and/or omissions related to engineering and architectural designs, land surveys, construction management and technical consulting are just a few of the areas where problems can lead to significant professional liabil

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 16, 2021

The city of London is set to welcome the country’s largest all-electric, net-zero office in Victoria. The project named 105 Victoria Street.

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Civiconcepts

OCTOBER 28, 2021

What Is Window? A Window is one type of opening in any wall of a house, door, ceiling, roof, which permits the entry of light, natural air, and sometimes sound. … What Is Standard Window Size| Window Size Chart | Standard Window Height | Standard Window Width | Common Window Sizes Read More ».

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 29, 2021

The House That SHE Built. ldeakins. Fri, 10/29/2021 - 07:56. Author and marketing expert Mollie Elkman motivates girls and women to consider roles in the housing and construction industry with her new book, "The House that SHE Built" . On Horizon TV this week: The House That SHE Built showcases the variety of skills that go into building a home. The book features 18 jobs being done by people of different races and abilities and was inspired by a team of women who came from across the country to

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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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Natural Building

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Biobased Creations CEO Lucas De Man believes that natural building materials such as timber, hemp, straw and mycelium could completely replace polluting, non-renewable materials such as steel, plasterboard and cement. Buildings can be made exclusively from plant-based products plus natural mineral materials such as earth and lime. An all-natural show home built at this year’s Dutch Design Week aims to prove that biomaterials can be used to build houses at scale and features 100 different p

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The Korte Company

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Sarah Hernandez showed up to her first interview with The Korte Company in workout clothes. She didn’t plan it that way. She just happened to be on the treadmill when Brett Droy and Mike Tubbs called her. She can still remember their exact words: “They said, ‘Hey, we’re in town. Want to meet us at the Starbucks at Tinker Air Force Base?’”. Most people would probably ask to reschedule.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Promote to rotator Yes. Rotator Image. Status of webinar Featured. Thu, 10/28/2021 - 12:00. 1 p.m. CDT. New tech solutions on the market make construction payments simple. Connect to your current accounting system to schedule disbursements exactly when and how you want to improve payment efficiency. Optionally create rules to manage payment approvals, and send money via wire, ACH, credit and debit cards, or paper checks.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Glass blocks or glass bricks are wall bricks made of glass. They provide visual opacity and light transmission at the same time, making them an.

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Civiconcepts

OCTOBER 23, 2021

What Is False Ceiling? A False Ceiling is different from a standard ceiling which is made from decorative material such as gypsum board, PVC panels, and tiles, etc. There is … 50 False Ceiling Design | False Ceiling Design for Hall | False Ceiling Design for Bedroom | False Ceiling For Hotels & Restaurants Read More ».

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 26, 2021

5 Ways to Upgrade Project Management Practices for 2022. mbeirne. Tue, 10/26/2021 - 09:52. The successful completion of a task is accomplished through effective construction project management. Contractors have to deliver a quality project within budget and on time while keeping the revolving door of subcontractors happy. That’s no easy feat. For construction contractors, attaining those accomplishments will require planning, detailed monitoring of the project progress, better communication, and

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 30, 2021

The remains of a settlement on the windswept northern tip of Newfoundland reveals eight timber-framed structures that resemble Viking buildings in Greenland. Scientists now believe that this site, known as L’Anse aux Meadows, was inhabited by Vikings who came from Greenland. A reconstruction of a Viking-age church at Norstead, Newfoundland, near the L’Anse aux Meadows, site of a settlement of Vikings who were present in 1021.

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