Modern Materials: Memory steel, polymer uses CO2 to self-repair, and more
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 28, 2018
Other fresh innovations include concrete that is reinforced with natural fibers and 3D-printed cement that gets stronger as it cracks.
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How Shifts in Shopping Have Changed Retail Construction
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
When large, big-box chain stores were being built during the 1980s and 1990s, breaking into the business was a relatively straightforward enterprise for smaller construction firms hoping to expand. While that pioneering spirit is still needed today to succeed, the digital age has dramatically changed consumer habits making retailers shift the way they design their stores to keep customers coming in, which means construction industry professionals need the experience and knowledge to complete the
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Topping Concrete – Work Procedure, Types and Advantages
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 28, 2018
Topping concrete is defined as a layer of high strength concrete placed on an old, worn out concrete surface to provide a dense, abrasion-resistant.
State of the Construction Industry: November Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
A review of some of the top construction headlines and a look forward to 2019. The post State of the Construction Industry: November Roundup appeared first on Viewpoint Surveyor.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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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.
Federal judge allows preconstruction on stalled XL Pipeline
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Lawyers for TransCanada Corp. said that certain planning activities for the pipeline would not violate the essence of the current injunction, which they say threatens 700 jobs and almost $950 million of earnings.
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Types of Form Ties Used in Formwork
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
Formwork for concrete structures is more important in order to get perfect dimensions of structural parts. Accessories used in formwork will also.
Mitigate Construction Risk at Project Closeout
Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
Risk and construction projects go hand in hand. From tracking safety issues and compliance on the jobsite, to ensuring that regulatory and contractual obligations are met, to correctly accounting for all of the job costs, payments and other financial data […]. The post Mitigate Construction Risk at Project Closeout appeared first on Viewpoint Surveyor.
Job Order Contracting Training – Collaborative Lean Construction
Job Order Contracting
NOVEMBER 25, 2018
Collaborative LEAN Job Order Contacting (TM) requires significant change management, learning, and leadership. The results, consistent on-demand, on-time, on-budget, quality construction are well worth the effort. 4BT training comes in all forms and levels, introductory to advanced, on-site to virtual. Our trainers are skilled JOC professionals with decades of successful experience delivering and supporting LEAN best management practices.
How Hoar Construction's Amye Carle is Redefining the Image of Risk in Construction
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
Sometimes the key to significant improvement is simple: Find a new perspective. And sometimes that new perspective is found where you least expect it. For Amye Carle, director of risk management at Hoar Construction, successful risk management comes from outside the industry entirely. According to Carle, risk can be broken down into two parts: the art of collaborating with the entire team and the science to support why any one company should do it.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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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.
How to Pour New Concrete Over Old Concrete Surface?
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
New concrete is commonly poured over old concrete, which may have been damaged for any reason, for repairing purpose. However, this approach is not.
How data, tech and 'heart' can mitigate jobsite safety risks
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
Contractors need to analyze and act on robust data, change the corporate culture and implement technologies to reduce injuries and retain employees, construction safety experts say.
Collaborative Job Order Contracting
Job Order Contracting
NOVEMBER 25, 2018
Collaborative Job Order Contracting via the innovative OpenJOC Solution (TM) drives improved renovation, repair, and minor new construction outcomes. Any owner can access this reliable suite of project delivery and partnering tools based upon… Real Project Collaboration : Focus upon outcomes and project enhancement…Client and Project first mindset.
How Pink Belts Roofing & Construction is Changing the Way the Industry Views Women in Construction
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
How Pink Belts Roofing & Construction is Changing the Way Canada (& Hopefully the U.S.) View Women in Construction.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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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?
Concrete Repair by Dry Pack Mortar Method
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
Dry pack mortar is used to repair the concrete surfaces which contains cracks or holes of depth larger than or equal to the least dimension of the.
State of the Construction Industry: November 2018 Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Construction Industry to Keep Pace in 2019 with $808 Billion in New Starts Forecasted.
What are the biggest risks for construction companies?
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
With the U.S. in one of the longest recoveries in history, contractors must be especially vigilant not to run out of cash, as they are three times more likely to fail in an upswing than in a downturn, said a FMI Corp. analyst.
Tips for Protecting Your Company’s Data
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
Tips for Protecting Your Company’s Data from Departing Employees.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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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.
Subgrade and Subbase for Concrete Slabs
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
Subgrade and subbase are the foundation of concrete slab and play critical role in its performance. According to ACI Code, the subgrade is a.
Contractor: The role and duties
Lets Build
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Who is a Contractor (definition)? In construction, a contractor is an organisation (or sometimes a person), hired by the client to carry out the work that is required for the completion of a project. Nevertheless, contractors don’t always have the expertise or the trades that are needed for completing all construction work by themselves. For.
2019 construction industry trade show and conference guide
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
Here are the leading industry events professionals should consider attending to help elevate their businesses and careers.
Navigating Behavioral Health in Construction
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
How to manage the risks relevant to mental illness in today’s workforce.
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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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!
Role of Calcium Chloride in Concrete
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Many type of additives are added into the concrete to enhance its properties and derive the required type of concrete. Calcium chlorides is used as.
The largest eSports stadium in North America opens in Arlington, Texas
BD+C
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
Competitive gaming (also known as eSports), the fastest growing spectator sport in the country, now has its largest, most robust venue in North America for fans to enjoy the action. Esports Stadium Arlington is a purpose-built eSports venue that will offer an immersive spectator experience in the live eSports event market.
Orange County, California, officials approve $43B transportation plan
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
Planned construction includes high-occupancy vehicle lanes, regular lanes, express lanes, interchanges and toll roads, the exploration of highways for autonomous vehicles and more.
Tips for Protecting Your Company’s Data
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
Tips for Protecting Your Company’s Data from Departing Employees.
Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High
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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!
Efflorescence on Concrete Floor-Removal Methods
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Efflorescence is white powdery material formed on concrete surface when soluble salts migrate to the surface of concrete. It is produced due to low.
As telehealth reshapes patient care, space and design needs become clearer
BD+C
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
Last Spring, construction began on a 16-story, 151-room tower at 139 East 56 th Street in New York, which when completed in early 2020 will be Midtown Manhattan’s first purpose-built assisted living and memory care community. The building—designed by SLCE and Champalimaud, and managed by Sunrise Senior Living—will offer “robust” telehealth services, says Mark Shaver, Senior Vice President-Strategy for Welltower, a leading healthcare REIT that with the real-estate firm Hines is the developer on t
How builder's risk coverage can protect buildings under construction
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
Every business, small or large, that embarks on a construction project needs builder's risk insurance because it typically covers things that property and liability policies don't, legal experts say.
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