The Constructor
JUNE 14, 2023
Structural analysis has long been difficult for architects and engineers to grasp. It involves complex calculations, the use of specialized software, and an understanding of loads, forces, and how they interact with the structural components. In recent years, structural analysis has been simplified to make it more accessible to those without specialized knowledge.
Construction Dive
JUNE 12, 2023
While money is pouring into the construction technology space, a fragmented customer base is holding solutions firms back. Here’s how to cope.
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Pro Builder
JUNE 14, 2023
Experts Confident That Housing Inflation Will Soon Fall—Here’s Why ldeakins Wed, 06/14/2023 - 11:48 Housing experts predict "with a high a degree of confidence" that shelter inflation will decelerate in the second half of the year Shelter accounts for more than a third of the consumer price index (CPI) weighting, and though housing inflation has been high for months, economists say it has now peaked and may soon begin to reverse.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 14, 2023
Eleven years ago, Martin Horn switched to Vista to manage their accounting, and it still serves as the backbone of their ERP today. Read the Journey!
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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.
BD+C
JUNE 15, 2023
Unlocking Multiple Benefits with One BIM Model: A Civil Contractor's Story 1 kcichowicz Thu, 06/15/2023 - 13:51 Customer Profile: Duna Aszfalt Zrt is one of Hungary's biggest local contractors, with around 1600 employees. The company works with all aspects of infrastructure construction, such as highway and road construction, environmental projects, and bridges.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 12, 2023
Construction bidding is a great act of orchestration on any project complete with a broad range of complexities and activities that happen before breaking ground. Whether you’re a subcontractor trying to win more work or a general contractor looking for the right team to execute your project, keeping all the balls in the air throughout the bidding process is an immense effort of collaboration.
Construction Dive
JUNE 15, 2023
Heavy industrial bookings plunged while commercial and institutional projects treaded water, as public works propped up the overall sector.
BD+C
JUNE 13, 2023
How a High-End Home’s Drywall Crew Mastered Shadow Edges 1 kcichowicz Tue, 06/13/2023 - 11:09 For this custom home, its designers chose an eye-catching drywall design: shadow edges using Trim-Tex’s vinyl Z Shadow Bead.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 13, 2023
Learn how Mario Sinacola and Sons Excavating won the 2022 Trimble Viewpoint Construction Award for Impressive Human Resource Achievement.
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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.
The Constructor
JUNE 16, 2023
Bridges are an essential part of many communities worldwide, and understanding the process of designing and constructing them is key to building safe and stable structures. The design and construction of bridges is a complex endeavor that requires a thorough knowledge of building materials, engineering principles, and the environment. When it comes to bridge design, […] The post Bridging the Gap: Understanding Bridge Design and Construction appeared first on The Constructor.
Construction Dive
JUNE 15, 2023
The 100,000-square-foot facility forms part of Entegris’ new campus project, which is targeted to begin initial commercial operation in early 2025.
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 12, 2023
JCB has unveiled its first full electric wheeled loader which promises full working day use, with low noise and zero-emission operation. The machine boasts the largest standard battery pack in its class, with a 20kWh capacity, with productivity matching the popular 403 diesel model. It has a built-in charger that allows connection to a range of on-site power sources.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 11, 2023
Advances in technology like 3D printing have rapidly accelerated innovations such as modular construction. Read more about May's construction trends.
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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?
The Constructor
JUNE 12, 2023
Maximizing productivity in construction is essential for any construction business’s success, and it requires a combination of tips and tools to be successful. Construction productivity is defined as the efficiency with which construction activities are completed. It is important to maximize productivity in construction because it can lead to improved quality of work, increased safety […] The post Maximizing Productivity in Construction: Tips and Tools for Success appeared first on The Con
Construction Dive
JUNE 15, 2023
Despite pricing declines for some materials, megaprojects in progress across the country will keep the costs of key construction supplies elevated, an economist said.
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 16, 2023
The Government has blocked an attempt to amend the planned Procurement Bill to include mandatory project bank accounts for all jobs valued at over £2m. Debbie Abrahams, Labour MP for Oldham East and Saddleworth, had tabled a new clause to the Procurement Bill that aimed to enforce the use of PBAs to protect subcontractors’ payments in construction contracts.
Pro Builder
JUNE 13, 2023
Single Family Build-For-Rent Homes Reach All-Time High qpurcell Tue, 06/13/2023 - 09:33 In its annual Built-to-Rent Report , RentCafe's analysis of Yardi Matrix data shows an exponential increase in build-for-rent (BFR) home completion. Today, there are 44,700 rental homes in the pipeline—triple the amount of houses completed in 2022. Last year, the U.S. saw a record-breaking year for BFR homes.
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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.
Civiconcepts
JUNE 16, 2023
Introduction To Flush Door In recent years, flush doors are gaining in popularity because of their attractive design, easy construction, lowered price, greater strength, and higher longevity.
Construction Dive
JUNE 13, 2023
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed suit against electrical contractor Hatzel & Buehler over alleged labor law violations.
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 14, 2023
Somerset-based civil engineering and groundwork specialist G Works Construction has fallen into administration. Administrators from EY Parthenon have laid off 150 staff from an overall workforce that exceeded 300 including self-employed operatives. The £28m turnover firm specialised in civils for commercial and large residential developments as well as industrial and retail buildings.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 15, 2023
No doubt you know firsthand how hard it can be to transform a plan into reality. Especially given the fact that while building information modeling (BIM) is supposed to create an accurate reflection of the physical building, it takes a great deal of know-how to make it so. So, we were curious: Before someone makes a change or adds content to a model, how much should they know about its constructability in the field?
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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!
BD+C
JUNE 14, 2023
Designing higher education facilities without knowing the end users 0 dbarista Wed, 06/14/2023 - 14:29 Higher Education A team of architects with Page offers five important factors to consider when designing spaces for multiple—and potentially changing—stakeholders. Education Facilities Higher Education School Construction University Buildings Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Architects In recent years, there has been a marked pedagogical shift toward multi-disciplinary, e
Construction Dive
JUNE 16, 2023
The alleged episodes took place at an ExxonMobil plant in Texas before the worker was laid off in retaliation for complaining, according to court documents.
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 12, 2023
Developer Landsec has submitted plans to redevelop 55 Old Broad Street in London’s Square Mile with an office-led mixed-use scheme. The 480,000 sq ft scheme designed by Fletcher Priest Architects will involve demolition of the existing 55 Old Broad Street building, the link bridge over Wormwood Street and partial demolition of the southern and northern ends of 65 Old Broad Street.
Pro Builder
JUNE 14, 2023
Experts Are Confident Housing Inflation Will Soon Fall—Here’s Why ldeakins Wed, 06/14/2023 - 11:48 Housing experts predict "with a high a degree of confidence" that shelter inflation, which has been persistently high for months, will drop during the second half of 2023 Shelter is the largest expense for an average U.S. household and accounts for more than one-third of the consumer price index (CPI) weighting, which gives housing an outsized influence on the overall direction of inflation data.
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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!
BD+C
JUNE 12, 2023
Building Perimeters are Only One Layer in Safe School Design 1 kcichowicz Mon, 06/12/2023 - 09:23 Hardening entryways and exterior windows is a step toward safer school design. But what more can be done? While several states are taking the next steps to standardize safer school design, most of the proposed or passed laws focus on hardening the building’s exterior.
Construction Dive
JUNE 16, 2023
Investigators said Thursday that the pool deck at the Surfside, Florida, condo that collapsed in 2021 was corroded and improperly reinforced.
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 14, 2023
J. Murphy & Sons Limited has posted another set of strong financial results as its direct delivery model continues to pay off The engineering and construction firm now employs 3,688 staff rand relies primarily on in-house capabilities while minimising subcontractor involvement. Latest results for the year to 31 December 2022 show group revenue up to £1,491m from £1,274m last time generating £44.5m pre-tax profit from £61.6m last time.
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