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Five Technology Trends Changing Everything

Contractor Magazine

From our October issue. BIM is still king, but watch out for augmented reality, 3D printing, and much more. Our interview with industry tech evangelist Sean McGuire, aka the @MCAAGeek.

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How to Calculate Steel Quantity for Slab, Footing, and Column?

The Constructor

Estimation of steel reinforcement quantity is crucial for the cost evaluation which is one of the factors that need to be considered while a specific.

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The Rise of AI in Construction

Construction Business Owner

Today, it seems as though everything is under construction. Be it downtown or beyond the county line, a walk outside unencumbered by a sleek looking building or bridge being built is almost a rarity.

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4 Tools That Are Helpful to Have When Cutting Drywall

Construction Marketing

Drywalls have significant benefits from a normal plaster wall installation. One is that you do not usually have problems installing it. If you have experience in DIY projects, then this will not be a challenge. You can call in a professional installer for a few consultations; however, installing a drywall is something that you can learn to do. Besides that, the drywall serves as a critical component to your home’s infrastructure.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

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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How to Hire Good People During the Labor Shortage

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We’ve been discussing the construction labor shortage here at Surveyor for a while now. Many contractors are struggling to find skilled workers, which is especially challenging during a time when there’s no shortage of work to do. Construction also faces high turnover rates , so even when contractors do find good workers, retaining them isn’t always easy.

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Is the Hybrid Cloud for Me?

Construction Business Owner

The cloud continues to play an increasingly larger role in the construction industry, but many construction business owners aren’t ready to overhaul their systems and go all in on the cloud just yet. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing proposition. Many are turning to a hybrid-cloud approach to manage their data and run their businesses more smoothly.

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With Over $3.6 Trillion in Value You Should Pay Attention to GRESB

Green Building Law Update

For the uninitiated GRESB assesses the sustainability performance of real estate and infrastructure portfolios worldwide. GRESB is the global environmental, social and governance (ESG) benchmark for real estate assets. GRESB’s stated “mission is to enhance and protect shareholder value by assessing and empowering sustainability practices in the real asset sector.”.

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Episode 8: Getting the Most out of Your Construction Software – Part 1

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A Viewpoint on Construction, Modern Takes on a Transforming Industry. Episode 8: Getting the Most out of Your Construction Software – Part 1. In this episode of A Viewpoint on Construction, Tim McNally, a principal with Tilson Technology Management talks about why many technology users do not take full advantage of the software and technology tools they have at hand.

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Concrete Floor Slab Construction Process

The Constructor

Concrete floor slab construction process includes erection of formwork, placement of reinforcement, pouring, compacting and finishing concrete and.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

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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Where Technology Is Taking Your Team

Construction Business Owner

Autonomous cars will soon be a regular feature of American highways. The nation’s farmers, suffering from years of agricultural labor shortages, are banking on manufacturers developing robot swarms to make planting and harvesting cheaper and more efficient. Mining companies have already been employing autonomous trucks in various parts of the globe.

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Top 10 construction technology trends for 2019

Lets Build

With each year comes changes to the construction industry as we know it. When we look back throughout this industry’s history we notice some great advancements have taken place. As the end of the year approaches and we look ahead to 2019 there’s no reason we shouldn’t expect more of the same to occur. In.

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Garney Construction’s Josh Snow Discusses the Skilled Labor Challenge

Viewpoint Construction Technology

In the first of a new series of exclusive Viewpoint client Q&A sessions, Josh Snow, project engineer with Garney Construction, gives his take on the construction labor challenges facing our industry. Snow points to technology and a reinvigorated focus on appealing to younger workers as keys to the future. Garney Construction Project Engineer Josh Snow.

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What is Self-Levelling Concrete (SLC)? – Properties and Benefits

The Constructor

Self-levelling concrete (SLC) is a polymer modified high -performance concrete that have the ability to flow, compact and provide a levelled surface.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

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.

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Key Steps to Combating the Skilled Labor Shortage

Construction Business Owner

Let's talk about the skilled labor shortage. In a recent issue of theHuddle, our weekly newsletter covering top construction news and relevant content from around the construction industry, we spoke with two industry veterans about their takes on the shortage and how the industry can work together to combat it. Read more below.

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2018 STAR Awards: Final Entry Deadline

Construction Marketing

The 2018 Construction Marketing Association STAR Awards are well underway. We have already received some outstanding submissions and are looking forward for more to come. Have you entered in for your chance to win? Our final entry deadline is October 26, 2018. The annual Construction Marketing STAR awards recognize and honor marketing excellence of construction industry professionals across a broad range of function marketing disciplines.

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Garney Construction’s Josh Snow Discusses the Skilled Labor Challenge

Viewpoint Construction Technology

In the first of a new series of exclusive Viewpoint client Q&A sessions, Josh Snow, project engineer with Garney Construction.

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Polished Concrete Floors – Making Procedure and Benefits

The Constructor

Polished concrete floor surface is made by a mechanical process of grinding and polishing with the help of a penetrant chemical to provide different.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

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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Branding to Bring in Talent & Keep It

Construction Business Owner

To be brutally honest: Prospective employees don’t need you. While the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts construction jobs will grow 12 percent by 2026, the nation’s unemployment rate continues to hover around 4 percent or less. And you’ve likely heard stories about new employees not showing up for their first day of work, quitting after 2 weeks on the job, or simply biding their time, underperforming until they find a more desirable job.

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Social Media in Construction – 2018 Survey Results

Construction Marketing

The Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey to identify the effectiveness of different social media approaches of architectural/engineering/construction (AEC) professionals. To better understand social media usage and trends in the AEC industry we asked the following questions: Do you employ social media in your marketing program?

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Careers in construction – building a talent pipeline

Construction Dive

With 80% of contractors reporting difficulty in finding hourly skilled craft professionals, the conversation about the opportunities in construction is now aimed at the next generation of craft professionals.

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Different Types of Concrete Finishing Equipment’s

The Constructor

Concrete is a very versatile and workable material. It can be moulded or given any pattern or design on the surface before it hardens. Depending upon.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

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!

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5 Ways to Spot a Political Player Poised to Wreck Your Success

Construction Business Owner

On paper, Brian was a rock star. In person, Brian was a costly mistake. His team recognized his disdain for real work, and they were appalled by his self-serving demands on those under his leadership. Sure, Brian flashed plenty of smiles. He slapped high-fives out on the jobsite and offered up empty promises like a political candidate, although he seldom kept his word.

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Job Order Contracting – The LEAN Way!

Job Order Contracting

LEAN Construction Delivery (repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, new construction) consistently drives quality, on-time, and on-budget outcomes.Exclusively available LEAN Construction Delivery Framework via the 4BT OpenJOC Solution(TM). Financial transparency via locally researched detailed unit prices organized using CSI Masterformat. A fixed priced, lump sum projects.

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Suffolk Construction's 'reverse mentors' spur tech ideas on the jobsite

Construction Dive

The general contractor explained how young blood share freshly acquired technology expertise with senior colleagues in exchange for management guidance in a two-way learning experience.

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Comparison of Pre-engineered Steel buildings with Conventional Steel Buildings

The Constructor

Pre-Engineered buildings are being preferred over conventional buildings for industrial construction due to its fast construction. Following is the.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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4 Ways to Help Your Estimator Prioritize & Create More Accurate Bids

Construction Business Owner

All the time, effort and energy invested in winning a good construction contract or building a loyal customer relationship, which allows you to negotiate on a project, is wasted with an inaccurate or incomplete estimate. When this happens, firing the estimator will likely do your construction business more harm than good, as you need to continue bidding on a large volume of projects to keep the pipeline full.

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Job Order Contracting Solution

Job Order Contracting

It’s important to understand that Job Order Order Contracting,JOC, is not simply a procurement method. Job Order Contracting, when properly understood and deployed, is a LEAN construction delivery method that minimizes waste and improves overall construction outcomes. The LEAN OpenJOC Framework(TM) is a proven method for developing, delivering, and sustaining consistent planning and execution of quality, on-time and on-budget repair, renovation, and new construction projects.

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Artificial intelligence may aid tunnel boring machine operators

Construction Dive

AI can recognize data patterns, which, if detected early, can be used to improve performance of these massive machines, according to a body of institutional and industry researchers.