Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 10, 2012
In September 2012, the Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey of construction professionals regarding their use of social media. The following questions were asked: 1. Do you employ social media in your marketing program? 2. Do you manage social media marketing internally or outsource? 3. Which social networks do you employ? 4.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 14, 2012
The first step to success in the construction industry is ensuring the safety of your most valuable asset—your employees. Doing so translates to greater efficiency and productivity as well as the ability to stay on schedule consistently. Traditional safety management programs offer critical information necessary to maintain and improve job safety, but additional benefits can be derived from the creation and implementation of a safety incentive program that focuses on proactive safety involvement
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HardHatChat
DECEMBER 14, 2012
International retailers are eyeing the U.S. for expansion as prime real estate is still available at relatively affordable prices. Englewood Construction has done work for numerous international retailers in the last few years, including Marcello’s Delicatessen, a Canadian-based fast-casual dining option. It’s that time of year again. The holidays are upon us and the gift-giving season is here.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 11, 2012
On any one contract there may be a number of engineers with varying amounts and types of experience. The duties and responsibilities of an engineer.
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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.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 19, 2012
I remember when the iPad first came out and there was a bit of skepticism about how successful it would be – some even called it a large, more expensive iPod. Well, it’s no secret that the iPad and tablet computing in general have taken off. And with more construction apps and cloud construction software available today, more and more tablets are finding their way to the job site.
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Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 20, 2012
Despite high interest in database marketing (DBM), many construction marketers still have not implemented DBM. One of the reasons for this is a lack of practical information. Depending on your objectives, you should consider one or more DBM strategies. Below we will share why you should consider database marketing and 6 database marketing strategies , including segmentation, new customer acquisition, customer penetration, customer retention, marketing intelligence, and measuring results.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 14, 2012
Telematics is defined as the use of technology that allows construction vehicles to send, receive and store information. This allows contractors to keep close tabs on the productivity, uptime and operating costs of their fleets. It also allows them to monitor machine health to take a proactive approach to maintenance and repair.
Digger Blog
DECEMBER 15, 2012
Since the team’s last update in November, more than 20 new exhibitors have signed up and committed to exhibit at the inaugural show (14 – 16 May, Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, UK), these include AJC Trailers, Cabcare Products, C & G Engineering, ECY Haulmark, Marubeni Komatsu, MST, Oswald Record who have reserved two stands and Topcon.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 19, 2012
QUANTITY OF CEMENT & SAND CALCULATION IN MORTAR Quantity of cement mortar is required for rate analysis of brickwork and plaster or estimation of.
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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.
BD+C
DECEMBER 6, 2012
Students studying for finals at Cornell University are finding solace from a little piece of the outdoors that came inside this week, thanks to some creative minds at the school’s Department of Design and Environmental Analysis. Sections of turf are creating grassy oases of calm in the lobbies of Olin and Mann libraries, as well as Duffield Hall and the Physical Sciences Building.
Construction Marketing Ideas
DECEMBER 17, 2012
Brad and Rhonda Burgin. Burgin Construction won the 2012 Best Construction Blog competition. Today, you can nominate candidates for the Best Construction Blog competition for 2013. Nominations are open until January 31, and you can recommend any blog (including your own) that serves the architectural, engineering or construction community. The Best Construction Blog competition allows you an opportunity to either recognize excellence in others’ blogs, or achieve some additional promotion f
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 6, 2012
Trade shows and events are staples of construction marketing, and often one of the top budget line items. On the brand side, manufacturers exhibit at industry events and might participate in networking events. Most brand manufacturers manage an extensive trade show program exhibiting at multiple shows for key markets. No question trade shows are one of marketing’s biggest budget line items including exhibit construction, storage, transportation, erection and space rental, not to mention staffing
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 14, 2012
Face it: Payroll processing is a pain for many contractors. Especially given the complexities of construction payroll—including varying rates for contractors working on multiple jobs in multiple states and localities—this can be an incredibly time-consuming process. Also, government-sanctioned projects add a whole level of complexity to the process, with different pay rates, fringes and reporting.
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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?
Digger Blog
DECEMBER 13, 2012
Scale models of a pink Case backhoe loader have gone on sale at Case’s online shop: www.caseceshop.com. The models are scale replicas of a full size Case 580 machine that was painted pink at the Case Burlington plant in Iowa (USA) to raise awareness about cancer. This was the idea of Marvin Linder, a design engineer at the plant, after his wife Leslie died of breast cancer. “We have had many employees and family members affected by cancer over the past few years,” said Marvin L
The Constructor
DECEMBER 25, 2012
Types of Construction Cost Estimates Construction cost constitutes only a fraction, though a substantial fraction, of the total project cost.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 11, 2012
The U.S. Department of Labor has sued DKS Structural Services, doing business as Don Kennedy and Sons House Moving Co., and owner Jeffrey Kennedy for allegedly terminating an employee who refused to enter a 15-foot-deep trench that did not have adequate protection to prevent cave-ins. The U.S. Department of Labor has sued DKS Structural Services, doing business as Don Kennedy and Sons House Moving Co., and owner Jeffrey Kennedy for allegedly terminating an employee who refused to enter a 15-foot
BD+C
DECEMBER 9, 2012
Most economists say the U.S. is slowly emerging from the Great Recession, a view that was confirmed to some extent by an exclusive survey of 498 BD+C subscribers whose views we sought on the commercial construction industry’s outlook on business prospects for 2013. The majority (52.2%) of respondents—architects, engineers, contractors, buildings owners, and others in the commercial, industrial, and institutional field—said their firms were in at least “good” financial health, compared to 49.7% l
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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 Marketing
DECEMBER 4, 2012
The Construction Marketing Association is conducting a national survey on the use of inbound marketing in the construction industry. The survey addresses types of inbound marketing, content, the effectiveness of inbound marketing strategies, and measurement. You can take the Inbound Marketing in Construction Survey here. It is a quick survey, only 7 questions with a request to receive results.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 14, 2012
Mike Crimaldi knows track carriers. He was working with crawler-mounted drills before he had a driver’s license, starting out as a driller’s helper at age 15. As his company’s drilling fleet grew, so did its service and repair capability. Eight years ago he transitioned out of direct drilling services to found Rig Source Inc. in Elburn, Ill. Since then, more and more customers have wanted to put crawlers under a variety of equipment that spanned the construction industry.
Digger Blog
DECEMBER 6, 2012
Anyone who has seen the latest Bond film Skyfall, could not fail to be impressed at the action packed opening 10 minutes of the movie, with the highlight for most plant and machinery men and women being when 007 climbs aboard a specially converted Cat 320DL excavator, and rips out the back end of a train carriage with it whilst chasing another classic Bond villain.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 6, 2012
REINFORCEMENT QUANTITY ESTIMATION For estimating the cost of the structure, it is necessary for the quantities of the materials, including those of.
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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!
Contractor Magazine
DECEMBER 3, 2012
Kevin and Kathy Tindall have worked tirelessly for years to make the plumbing and HVAC industry and their community a better place. “We volunteer because of what the industry has done for us,” says Kathy Tindall. It’s hard to imagine that the industry has done more for the Tindalls than they have done for the industry. Kevin and Kathy Tindall are the owners of Tindall & Ranson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning , Princeton, N.J., and this year’s CONTRACTOR magaz
Help Everybody Everyday
DECEMBER 17, 2012
I recently picked up a copy of Tom Sant’s Persuasive Business Proposals. This is a commonly mentioned book about proposal writing. My plan is to read the entire thing, gulp, and compare it to Laura Ricci’s The Magic of Winning Proposals (which I liked). In Sant’s book, he describes what he believes to be the seven deadly sins of proposal writing.
SAB Magazine
DECEMBER 20, 2012
In an effort to go green and improve the air quality of your home, ask your cabinetmaker to price different materials that will help achieve that goal. The results for your health will be great, and the price probably won’t be as bad as you think.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 21, 2012
Executives from various construction markets discuss their views of ?the coming year.
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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!
Digger Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2012
As an operator, I have always rated the Case CX range, which are based on the excellent Japanese Sumitomo machines. I have spent time on a number of them over the years, including the first series and B series models and they never cease to impress me. It goes without saying then that the new C series machines are even better! The CX210C is one of seven new models, ranging from the CX130C to the CX470C ME that were launched in Paris at the Intermat show in April this year.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 8, 2012
Reinforced concrete wall is designed as a compression member. Reinforced concrete wall is used in case where beam is not provided and load from the.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 27, 2012
CNH is separating itself from the Kobelco brand, effective Jan. 1, 2013, but will continue to manufacture hydraulic excavators using current Kobelco technology at its Calhoun, Ga.; San Mauro, Italy; and Belo Horizonte, Brazil plants. It will also import some models, including short-radius excavators, from Kobelco in Japan for no less than five years and component parts no less than 10 years.
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