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JULY 28, 2017

It’s been a busy year in the grocery business, with major brands announcing store expansion and renovation plans, new concepts entering the market, and big deals such as Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods spurring speculation about the future of the industry. With so much activity in the sector related to new store expansion, scouting new sites and making remodeling plans, smart grocery brands are tapping commercial construction partners with expertise in grocery store development to help navig

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 23, 2017

Fuel and service trailers provide several distinct advantages to fleet managers and equipment owners. They cost less to own and maintain than stand-alone fuel and lube trucks. They can be hauled with trucks that most contractors already own. In many cases, they can provide significant capital and operating cost savings to companies who do not already own their own mobile method of bulk fuel or service fluid distribution.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 23, 2017

Four paint companies have agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that they deceptively promoted products as containing zero volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or as emission free, including during and immediately after application. Some promotions also made explicit safety claims. Specifically, the first FTC complaint alleges, In connection with the advertising, promotion, offering for sale, or sale of Natura paints, Respondent has represented, directly or indirectly, expressly or by i

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The Constructor

JULY 26, 2017

The slabs-on-ground does not require high protection against water penetration and moisture in arid regions that does not have soils or have any sort.

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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.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 27, 2017

Planning for construction costs can mean the difference between making a decent profit and barely breaking even. When you’re dealing with jobs that are in the six, seven, and even eight figure budgets, project management can become very complex with many variables to account for. Using integrated construction software can make it easy to stay above the green line throughout the project lifecycle.

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Lets Build

JULY 25, 2017

We all know the boring offices that are plain, simple and doesn’t try to lift the spirits of the workers at all. At GenieBelt, we have done some research on interesting and cool offices around the world that you can take a look at, and maybe get inspired for your own office. All of these offices are interesting in different ways. It can be where they are build, how they are decorated, the size or simply how they have been repurposed.

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The Constructor

JULY 26, 2017

Deep well systems are dewatering methods used to remove the water from pervious sand or rocks formations beneath the excavations. Read More at Deep.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 27, 2017

How smart companies regain & retain skilled talent in the construction industry. The skilled labor shortage spans several major industries in the United States (and overseas)—a trend that has hit construction particularly hard in recent years. During the Great Recession, the construction industry hit some low lows, but along with the problems of a declining economy comes the hope of an eventual recovery.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2017

As construction companies grow from $5 million to $10 million or more in annual sales, the owner’s role grows along with the increasing number of employees, projects, bids, contracts, customers and problems to solve. As a business coach, company owners typically call on me to help when they have grown past their ability to effectively manage the challenges alone.

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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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Job Order Contracting

JULY 27, 2017

The OpenJOC Process Job Order Contract Best Management Practices for Owners and Contractors that DEMAND Best Value, Quality, and Maximum Productivity. Independent, Best Value Solutions for ANY JOC Program. • LOCALLY RESEARCHED Unit Price Book – 4BT OpenJOC UPB. •Supporting CLOUD JOC Software – 4BT OpenJOC system. •JOC Services. ?Training (Introductory & Advanced). ?

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Lets Build

JULY 24, 2017

The role of asset tracking software in the construction industry. The construction industry is a burgeoning sector, hammering out the very foundations of modern society as we know it. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , the number of people working in this sector was close to ten million as far back as 2014. However, construction projects aren’t just about managing surveyors, builders, and foremen; there is also a staggering amount of equipment to procure, distribute, and maintain on t

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 27, 2017

Planning for construction costs can mean the difference between making a decent profit and barely breaking even.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 25, 2017

It’s said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. When it comes to the construction industry’s positive impact on the lives of Americans, Mike Rydin, founder and CEO of HCSS, a construction industry software company, sees undeniable beauty. “Infrastructure is how we move, and [it is] essential to the growth of our nation,” said Rydin. “The construction industry makes it possible for communities to have drinking water, constructs cell towers to improve communication and builds the roads, rails

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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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Job Order Contracting

JULY 27, 2017

Appropriate Job Order Contract Roles and Responsibilities promote best management practices and optimal outcomes for all stakeholders. JOC Procurement/Purchasing/Contracting Authority. The Real Property Owner and an assigned Contracting, Procurement, Purchasing Authority should be the SIGNING AUTHORITY for any JOC task order/project, with appropriate authority/co-signature of the Owner’s assign Technical Authority (from Facilities Management, DPW, Engineering, etc.).

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Construction Equipment

JULY 24, 2017

Hyundai Construction Equipment announced today it expects to build 2,200 mini-excavators for CNHi in a deal worth $449 million. The agreement ends in 2021. After separating from Hyundai Heavy Industries in April, this move is seen as part of the firm's effforts to expand its global reach. Hyundai Construction said it is seeking to increase its sales volume in North American by 40 percent and build sales in Oceania by 45 percent.

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Contractor Magazine

JULY 24, 2017

This week we highlight low-flow, high-performance faucets: a bathroom faucet with anti-scald features; a hands-free kitchen faucet; a series of electronic faucets with self-sustaining power systems; a solid-brass widespread lav faucet; an ADA-compliant faucet with distinctive spout; and residential lavatory faucets in single- and double-handle models.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2017

One of the greatest challenges business owners face in the current economy is finding and hiring quality employees. When the construction markets crashed in 2008, many workers in the skilled trades left to pursue employment in an industry with a more stable outlook. When the construction market started gaining ground, most workers did not return with it.

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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.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 26, 2017

16 Things Every Contractor Should Know When Bidding a Job Order Contract is just an introduction to anyone interested in JOC. Learn more… 1. Typically, what kind of information is given to the general contractor to put together a price and approximately how often does each occur? For example, are drawings given to the general contractor 50% of the time?

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Construction Equipment

JULY 24, 2017

Bechtel Ltd is working on Europe's largest construction project, the Elizabeth Line, which is the first full new ungrounded rail line built for London's Tube in 30 years. Called the Crossrail,( until it is renamed the Elizabeth Line upon competition) the project will bring eight new subsurface stations and 26 miles of tunnels under the city, eventually carrying riders to 40 London Underground stations.

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BD+C

JULY 25, 2017

Changes in the workplace can be chaotic at times. Employees often worry about changes for a variety of reasons. In some cases, it’s doubt that the change will lead to improvements. Or they are concerned that the change will hinder their work or ultimately endanger their job security. While some caution may be warranted, and concern can indicate care for the company, there have been countless cases where fear leads to internal resistance and failure.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 27, 2017

In 2005, Congress enacted the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to reduce commercial energy consumption in the Unites States. This legislation has many pieces, but one of the biggest incentives is the Energy-Efficient Commercial Building Deduction, or 179D. Every eligible company should claim this powerful incentive, but businesses are not always aware of it, even though the incentive has been in effect for over a decade.

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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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Construction Marketing Ideas

JULY 22, 2017

Recently, the Canadian government decided to remove a provision from the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) that sent shivers through the minds of virtually anyone in business conducting email marketing. The “right to private action” has been suspended. The rules, as originally intended in the legislation, would have allowed private class action lawsuits suits against businesses […].

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Construction Equipment

JULY 24, 2017

The economy keeps rolling along, and with it, healthy activity in construction. That translates to continued growth in orders for vocational trucks, said Kenworth Truck Co. executives at their headquarters in Kirkland, Wash., last week. Above: The T880, introduced in 2014, now accounts for 75 percent of all orders for Kenworth vocational trucks, the builder says.

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BD+C

JULY 27, 2017

A new type of suite from Hilton allows guests to work out in the privacy of their own room with over 11 different fitness equipment and accessory options. This new type of room, which recently launched at Hilton McLean Tysons Corner and Parc55 in San Francisco, includes a storage bay with a large variety of fitness accessories that support different types of exercises such as suspension, body weight, core, yoga, HIIT, meditation and family fitness options.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 26, 2017

Diana S. Parks. Diana S. Parks. Partner. Doresy & Whitney LLP.

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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!

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Contractor Magazine

JULY 26, 2017

Renovation and expansion of the current headquarters into the new, 25,110-sq.-ft. Innovation and Training Center is expected to be completed by year-end 2018.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 25, 2017

West Virginia's Department of Environmental Protection issued a stop activity order to Energy Transfer Partners regarding the company's already delayed $4.2 billion Rover Pipeline. The order was made public on Monday in a U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission filing citing noted sediment deposits and improper erosion controls, and other violations.

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BD+C

JULY 28, 2017

Like a game Snake come to life, a new robot being developed at Stanford grows like a vine and has the ability to weave through tight spaces to provide applications from disaster relief to simplifying construction projects.

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