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The Vision to See What Isn’t There

Construction Business Owner

The Vision to See What Isn’t There. Alex Headley. Tue, 11/30/2021 - 04:35. Abraham Wald, a mathematician at Columbia University during World War II, might have been onto something. While Wald may not be a household name, the British pilots in World War II were probably thankful for his insight. As described in Kevin Drum’s article “The Counterintuitive World,” the Royal Air Force observed that planes returning from missions were riddled with bullet holes.

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11 Construction Jobs That Work (Much) Better with Construction Technology

Viewpoint Construction Technology

New software technology is helping many parts of the construction business go faster. See 11 hotspots where the rubber hits the road!

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Thin Brick Veneers: Features and Installation Methods

The Constructor

Thin brick veneers, also called thin-fired clay units or adhered veneers, are bricks used for thinner walls in residential and commercial.

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You can Participate in our Survey of ESG Activity in the Marketplace

Green Building Law Update

I am excited to be presenting a fast paced and fun one hour virtual program, “ESG an Emergent and Fast Growing Area of the Law” for the Maryland State Bar Association, and Not just for lawyers, on December 14, 2021 at noon. Register today for the live virtual program. We are currently undertaking a survey to assess and gauge ESG activity in the marketplace.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

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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Tackling Construction’s Biggest Human Resources Challenges

Construction Business Owner

Tackling Construction’s Biggest Human Resources Challenges. Get the top tips for HR success from experts in construction & contracting. Greg Ragsdale. Thu, 12/02/2021 - 14:34. When your human resources (HR) processes are automated and streamlined, you have the ability address higher-touch and more strategic needs for your company. Utilizing technology to track applicants, onboard new employees, track time and attendance, and deliver training provides you the time to do so.

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Episode 11: How Collaboration with Employees Can Fix Safety Blind Spots

Safety Services Company

Safety is not something that can be solved by one person alone. It requires collaboration and buy-in from all levels of an organization. As the saying goes, it takes a village. Jason Damm is the Natural Resources Project Manager and Health and Safety Coordinator at Metric Environmental. He shares why it’s important for safety professionals to be humble and to factor in feedback from others when investigating and refining safety plans.

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Realtor.com Releases Its 2022 Market Predictions

Pro Builder

Realtor.com Releases Its 2022 Market Predictions. ldeakins. Wed, 12/01/2021 - 10:04. Will 2022 be a year of final stability or a continuation of record highs? Housing experts across the country are reporting that the market is normalizing after an unprecedented year for home sales, but Realtor.com suggests that even as the market slows, prices will remain high, prolonging the year-long woes of would-be homebuyers bogged down by limited supply and a lack of affordability. .

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How to Outsmart Cybersecurity Threats

Construction Business Owner

How to Outsmart Cybersecurity Threats. Alex Headley. Wed, 12/01/2021 - 07:30. Construction work is conceptualized by many as an active line of work, far removed from the standard 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. desk job. However, most people do not consider how much of information is stored digitally. As a result, people underestimate the wealth of information that might be desirable to hackers.

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What Is Kitchen Triangle | Kitchen Work Triangles | Kitchen Triangle Dimensions | Kitchen Work Triangle Rules

Civiconcepts

What Is The Kitchen Work Triangle? One concept you can use to create a more efficient layout in your kitchen is the “Kitchen Triangle“ The three points of the triangle … What Is Kitchen Triangle | Kitchen Work Triangles | Kitchen Triangle Dimensions | Kitchen Work Triangle Rules Read More ».

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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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Controlling moisture balance with watertight vapor-open assemblies

Construction Specifier

Photo courtesy The Architectural Team and Lendlease. By Peter Barrett and Todd Kimmel CPHD, CDT. Ever more stringent energy code requirements have necessitated increased insulation levels; in many cases, this includes adding exterior insulation. Additional insulation thickness and changes to the insulation location require reconsideration with regards to vapor diffusion and condensation control.

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Design Tricks to Brighten Winter Homes

Pro Builder

Design Tricks to Brighten Winter Homes. ldeakins. Fri, 12/03/2021 - 10:01. When the daylight gets shorter, home lighting and design can keep the winter blues at bay. As the final golden colors of the year give way to gloomy skies and barren trees in the winter months, Housing Design Matters suggests amplifying home design with interior and exterior lighting, heating, and pops of color. .

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CBO's 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

Construction Business Owner

CBO's 2021 Holiday Gift Guide. Alex Headley. Mon, 11/29/2021 - 09:35. Need ideas for what to get for your loved ones in construction? Whether you're looking for something useful for a friend or colleague on the jobsite, or you want to spoil yourself after a tough year, our editors have gathered 10 gift ideas to help you tackle your holiday shopping. .

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Queen Bed Dimensions | Dimensions on Queen Size Bed

Civiconcepts

What Is Bed? A bed is a piece of furniture made from wood or other materials which are used for sleep or rest. A bed is typically used with the … Queen Bed Dimensions | Dimensions on Queen Size Bed Read More ».

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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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Demystifying fire-retardant treated wood specifications

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Hoover Treated Wood Products Inc. By Mike Eckhoff, PhD. The U.S. is experiencing a “wood revival” contributing to the complexity of fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) specifications. This demand for wood products continues to grow as designers appreciate its renewability, versatility, aesthetics, and most important, its ability to sequester carbon once installed.

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Buyer Demand Remains High Into the Winter as Investors Stir Up Competition

Pro Builder

Buyer Demand Remains High Into the Winter as Investors Stir Up Competition. ldeakins. Thu, 12/02/2021 - 10:12. Why some buyers are making a market comeback at the end of the year. In a typically dormant season for home buying, consumers and investors are just as active as they were in the spring, pushing demand to new record highs while active listings steadily decline, The Washington Post reports.

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So You Think You're Job Costing.

Construction Business Owner

So You Think You're Job Costing. Learn how it’s done correctly & where you might be missing out on savings. Greg Ragsdale. Mon, 11/29/2021 - 11:23. Job costing is a huge term in construction — yet it’s one of the phrases you say so often, you may not stop to think about what it means. If you tag each of your expenses and bills to a customer’s project, you might be “costing to a job,” but there’s so much more to job costing than that — and it’s all positive.

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What Is Concrete Edging | Types of Concrete Edging | Concrete Curbing | Concrete Garden Edging

Civiconcepts

What Is Concrete Edging? Concrete edging is a landscaping operation which aim is to create a border between two types of the ground line between the garden and pawn. Edging … What Is Concrete Edging | Types of Concrete Edging | Concrete Curbing | Concrete Garden Edging Read More ».

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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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AirTrunk Unveils Tokyo Data Center, Set To Be Largest In Japan

Business Facilities

Australian AirTrunk has established its first data center in Japan; the sprawling Tokyo complex will become the country's largest data campus. The post AirTrunk Unveils Tokyo Data Center, Set To Be Largest In Japan appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Invoicing Construction Clients The Fast And Easy Way

Contractor Bookkeeping

Creating invoices and receipts is vital to successfully running a business. You need receipts to track your purchases and expenses. Your clients need invoices for their tax purposes and to manage their finances. Paper receipts and invoices have been around a long time, so many people are used to them and may even resist moving away from them. Thanks to technology, paper receipts and invoices are becoming more a thing of the past.

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CBO's 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

Construction Business Owner

CBO's 2021 Holiday Gift Guide. Alex Headley. Mon, 11/29/2021 - 09:35. Need ideas for what to get for your loved ones in construction? Whether you're looking for something useful for a friend or colleague on the jobsite, or you want to spoil yourself after a tough year, our editors have gathered 10 gift ideas to help you tackle your holiday shopping. .

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How Many Bags of Concrete Do I Need For 10×10 Slab

Civiconcepts

How many bags of concrete do I need for a 10×10 slab? Let me clear first, here we are discussing ready mix concrete bags. Traditionally, concrete is made by mixing … How Many Bags of Concrete Do I Need For 10×10 Slab Read More ».

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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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New Mexico: Intel Plans $3.5 Billion Expansion In Rio Rancho

Business Facilities

Semiconductor giant Intel will create 700 high-wage jobs at its chip fab in Sandoval County, New Mexico. The post New Mexico: Intel Plans $3.5 Billion Expansion In Rio Rancho appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Project of the Year and Best Residential/Hospitality: Clippership Wharf

ENR Construction

Built to be resilient against future sea level rise, the mixed-use development on East Boston’s waterfront transformed an underutilized area into an active and publicly accessible extension of its surrounding neighborhood.

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Study: Unionized Construction Offers Better Health, Safety Outcomes

Contractor Magazine

The study was conducted jointly by the Illinois Economic Policy Institute (ILEPI) and the Project for Middle Class Renewal (PMCR).

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National Builders Still Playing Catch Up After Great Recession Shortage

Pro Builder

National Builders Still Playing Catch Up After Great Recession Shortage. ldeakins. Fri, 12/03/2021 - 09:48. Home builders are facing a nationwide construction deficit 12 years in the making. Despite a major year-over-year surge in residential building permits from February 2020 to February 2021, national builders are still playing catch up with a large deficit to fill after years of underbuilding following the Great Recession.

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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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Transcom To Establish North American Presence In South Carolina

Business Facilities

Customer service specialist Transcom will begin expanding its operations to the North American market with new office space in Greenville County, SC. The post Transcom To Establish North American Presence In South Carolina appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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US Energy Dept. Awards Latest Nuclear Complex Megacontract

ENR Construction

Fluor-led team gains performance-based management award at DOE Oak Ridge, Tenn. and Texas-based Pantex complexes valued at up to $2.8B annually for a possible 10 years.

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2021 Products of the Year

Contractor Magazine

As selected by our readers, CONTRACTOR is proud to present our 2021 Products of the Year.