Construction Business Owner
MARCH 9, 2018
Sarah Carr, vice president of education services for McCarthy Building Companies Inc., is no stranger to the construction industry. Carr has been with McCarthy for almost 24 years.
The Constructor
MARCH 9, 2018
What is Column Kicker? Why it is Used in the Construction? Column Kicker is a small concrete step used at the bottom of columns or walls to make sure.
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FDR Safety
MARCH 6, 2018
Who Is Responsible For Temporary Worker Safety? Just ask OSHA. OSHA has made it clear that staffing agencies and host employers are jointly responsible for temporary worker safety. This can pose a particular challenge for employers, since many staffing agencies lack the expertise to provide training or to ensure that record keeping requirements are met.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 7, 2018
Viewpoint’s Digital Contractor Roadshow is kicking off soon and we are on our way to a city near you ! In order to keep you informed of new technology trends and best practices in an ever-changing industry, we are bringing the top thought leaders of the industry to share valuable and timely insights for your construction company. Here is a preview of just a few of the speakers who will be sharing their real strategies and leading technology knowledge at our roadshow events: Steve Coughran.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 5, 2018
With recent updates to OSHA regulations for fall protection and the final rule for silica dust, there has been a renewed interest in what companies are doing to build best-in-class safety programs for their workforces. Often, the quality of your company's safety program comes down to the people that are enforcing it and the way they are engaging with employees.
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Green Building Law Update
MARCH 4, 2018
This past week and there have been many other times this law firm was consulted about a marketing claim by a building owner with rooftop solar panels that advertises they “use” renewable energy, but the owner sells Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) for the renewable energy it generates, so the Federal Trade Commission says it shouldn’t make the claim.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 7, 2018
Construction software can have a big impact on the productivity of a company, especially when selected thoughtfully and implemented wisely. And it’s no surprise that increases in productivity have a big impact on contracting companies’ bottom lines. In an industry that’s traditionally struggled with productivity , technology solutions that can boost productivity growth are incredibly important.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 5, 2018
On December 22, 2017, President Trump signed into law “An Act to Provide for Reconciliation Pursuant to Titles II and V of the Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2018.” Commonly referred to as the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” (the Act), it consists of sweeping changes for individuals and businesses. The Act will significantly impact tax planning, compliance, financial reporting, auditing, internal controls and more.
The Constructor
MARCH 4, 2018
What is Photocatalytic Self-Cleaning Concrete? Self cleaning concrete is produced by adding catalytic material to the concrete mixture. It is a new.
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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.
Lets Build
MARCH 6, 2018
Digital tools are rapidly transforming construction during the last years. A significant shift towards new technologies is observed in the effort of construction companies to deal with their competitors within the industry. The sooner building firms realize the need for making their projects more mobile and accessible the easier it.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 7, 2018
General contractors and ACHR News’ audience of mechanical contractors will both benefit from these recommendations about construction software.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 7, 2018
Increasing profitability is a key challenge for construction companies of all sizes. One area that presents tremendous untapped growth potential for construction firms is business licensing.
The Constructor
MARCH 9, 2018
There are four techniques used to set grade and line in the construction of sanitary sewer system. One of these methods or combination thereof may be.
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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?
Lets Build
MARCH 9, 2018
‘Welcome to Ecosystem revolution. Welcome to Total Cost of Ownership. Welcome to the Single Source of Truth!’ This is how Matthew Jackson, Global Manager of the Hercules Platform at BIMobject, concluded his talk during the European ConTech Summit 2018. The Summit took place in London on January 30th and attracted.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 7, 2018
we are bringing the top thought leaders of the industry to share valuable and timely insights for your construction company.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 7, 2018
Fluids—particularly diesel fuel, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), engine and transmission oil, hydraulic fluid and coolant—are your machine’s lifeblood. These fluids require exceptional care, especially as equipment continues to be manufactured with sophisticated technologies.
The Constructor
MARCH 6, 2018
If bridge structure has aesthetically pleasant appearance, it will contribute the improvement of city and landscape appearances. However, there are.
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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.
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 5, 2018
OpenJOC(TM) JOC is Job Order Contracting made simple. More than that, is abides by all fundamental JOC and LEAN principles and procedures. If it’s time that all of your facilities repair, renovation, and repair projects were delivered on-time, on-budget, and to everyone’s satisfaction, with a focus upon client best value… and without any excessive administration fees… it’s time to consider the 4BT OpenJOC suite of tools and services.
Lets Build
MARCH 9, 2018
Have you ever heard this edict? “A butterfly flapping its wings in New Mexico causes a hurricane in China?” It’s called the butterfly effect. In truth, this butterfly example is a bit of an exaggeration, but the underlying principle is not; small changes can have large consequences. And those large.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 7, 2018
Construction business owners face challenges daily. Whether it’s a delay in materials, finding skilled labor or keeping projects on budget, there is no shortage of obstacles.
The Constructor
MARCH 8, 2018
Design and construction requirements such as elevation of structure, foundations, anchorage and connections, use of fill and other factors for flood.
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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!
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 3, 2018
Regulatory – JOC. This is list is for reference only and may not be complete or current. The JOC regulatory framework is evolving despite its long term use. Any information provided it NOT intended as any form of legal guidance. Arizona – Note: Arizona JOC statutes do not require a unit price book and thus do not appear to conform with minimal requirements for a “best practice” JOC Program.
Construction Dive
MARCH 5, 2018
Despite challenges women face in the construction industry, they are progressing and finding ways to support each other through mentorship and advocacy.
BD+C
MARCH 9, 2018
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the average American spends 93% of their life indoors. Given this statistic, the health of our built environment—especially the workplace—is one of the hottest topics in our industry today, and we are seeing an increased interest in health and wellness as part of a sustainable strategy, focusing on healthy materials, air quality and active design.
The Constructor
MARCH 6, 2018
There are various factors that may lead to failure in deep excavations. Those factors will be discussed briefly. Causes of Failure in Deep.
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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!
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 7, 2018
Construction BIG DATA: Both grand and granular. Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 03/07/2018 - 16:18. GCP Applied Technologies. March 07, 2018. Perhaps your construction business has hit a bit of a slump. Or maybe you’ve saturated a given market and would benefit from expanding into new territory. Unfortunately, in a climate that’s in constant flux, no road map to new ventures exists.
Lets Build
MARCH 9, 2018
Author: Alyson Laura, Sustainability Maven for GBES.com. Where to look for value in green construction? Everywhere! First, look at the fewer sick days occupants take because the indoor air quality promotes fresh air exchanges. That dollar keeps on giving long after the initial investment into safer material choices. Next, look at.
Construction Dive
MARCH 8, 2018
For Katie Coulson, Skanska USA's vice president and account manager, one of construction's biggest assets is its people and the knowledge they bring to the table.
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