Civiconcepts
AUGUST 18, 2021
What Is False Ceiling? A False Ceiling is different from a standard ceiling which is made from decorative material such as gypsum board, PVC panels, and tiles, etc. There is … 8 Most Popular Types of False Ceiling You Should Choose for Home Read More ».
Business Facilities
AUGUST 18, 2021
Take our quality of life tour and paddle your way through our showcase of locations that have it all: a live/work/play balance with lots of choices for the live and play parts. The post Quality of Life: Working Where It’s Great To Live appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
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Work Gearz
AUGUST 16, 2021
There are different industries working in the US and each industry involves work that impose certain forms of hazards on its workers. One such hazard is getting a head injury which in fact, is the most fatal one. Now, among the different industries include the construction industry, the carpentry, the electricians, etc. who require their workers to wear blue hard hats for their safety measures.
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 18, 2021
Piloting the Transition From Boomers to Zs. Alex Headley. Wed, 08/18/2021 - 08:30. I find that stereotypes typically get a bad rap, especially those that refer to age. Stereotypical baby boomers are goal-centric, team-oriented and have a strong work ethic. They may have worked at the same company for the majority of their career. At the opposite end of the spectrum, stereotypical Generation Zers have short attention spans, are addicted to technology, can’t handle face-to-face interaction and are
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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.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 17, 2021
Collaborate 2021 is coming quickly and we are looking forward to helping your organization prepare for the industry’s bright future.
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Green Building Law Update
AUGUST 15, 2021
ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new non-law consulting firm. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a new blog at www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (. yes, this blog will continue). This post originally appeared in that blog. If we can assist you or someone you work with in ESG matters, do not hesitate to reach out to me.
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 16, 2021
Construction SWAT or Not. Alex Headley. Mon, 08/16/2021 - 07:30. Punch list” is pair of words that consistently evokes fear into the hearts of the contracting world. Just the thought of the task has a remedial and punitive feel to it, walking room to room or phase to phase, judging and evaluating erroneous and incomplete items at the conclusion of an arduous project.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 18, 2021
Construction contractors who want to bid on government contracts need to use NIST 800-171 and other cybersecurity frameworks requirements.
Job Order Contracting
AUGUST 18, 2021
LEAN Job Order Contracting, as represented by the 4BT OpenJOC(TM) Framework, is a programmatic methodology applied to all construction projects and work orders. Typically a construction projects have been consider to be unique, with each requiring its own approach, means, and methods This is a fundamentally flawed perspective that has significantly contributed to rampant historical economic and environmental waste across the AECOO sector (AECOO – Architecture, Engineering, Construction,
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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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
AUGUST 20, 2021
One classic mistake construction business owners make when money gets tight is stopping marketing or cutting their budgets. At first glance, it seems logical to cut down your expenses during harsh economic conditions. However, in reality, it's the opposite of what you should do. When your construction company is struggling, cutting your marketing budget will further hurt your business.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 17, 2021
The Crump Group, a Canadian pet treats manufacturer, will invest $13.2M to establish its first U.S. production facility in Nash County, NC. . The post Crump Group To Create 160 Jobs In North Carolina appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
BD+C
AUGUST 19, 2021
Legacy Tower at Miami Worldcenter, designed by Kobi Karp, has officially broken ground. The developer claims the project is the first of its kind in the world. Legacy Tower is a 55-story, $500 million skyscraper that will stretch 600 feet into the sky. The project is described as a COVID-conscious, pandemic-ready, all-in-one, residential, hotel, and medical center skyscraper.
Pro Builder
AUGUST 20, 2021
Townhouse Construction Reaches 14-Year High. cbroderick. Fri, 08/20/2021 - 09:56. Housing market conditions have paved the way for the best quarter for townhouse construction in 14 years, according to an analysis of Census data by the National Association of Home Builders. Medium density housing has accelerated in response to demand for affordable housing in suburban and exurban areas after a lag last year.
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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?
Learn Civil Engineering
AUGUST 20, 2021
What is a Slump Test? A quick test termed the slump test could be used to determine how easy it is to work with concrete. In construction sites, the Slump cone test is a basic and traditional method of evaluating the workability of new concrete. Definition The workability, or fluidity, of concrete is measured using […].
Business Facilities
AUGUST 16, 2021
Connecticut succeeded in mitigating the impact of the coronavirus pandemic by aggressively testing people in the early stage of the outbreak, avoiding the massive casualty levels in neighboring states. The post Connecticut Governor’s Report: Leading From The Front appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
BD+C
AUGUST 19, 2021
In an exclusive interview for HorizonTV , Doug Ressler, Yardi Matrix's Senior Research Officer, discusses his firm's latest assessment of multifamily sales and rent growth for 2021. . .
Civiconcepts
AUGUST 19, 2021
What Is Concrete Bonding Agent? The concrete bonding agents are natural or artificial materials utilized to join the old & new concrete surfaces. This agent can also be utilized to … Concrete Bonding Agent | Cement Bonding Agent | Types of Bonding Agents to Join Old Concrete to New Concrete Read More ».
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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.
Learn Civil Engineering
AUGUST 19, 2021
What is Emulsion Paint? Paint is any pigmented liquid, liquefiable, or solid mastic composition that converts to a solid film after application to a substrate in a thin layer. It is most commonly used to protect, color, or provide texture to objects. It is Oil-based emulsion paints water-based (Water is used as a solvent) paint […].
Business Facilities
AUGUST 17, 2021
AeroFarms will establish a new indoor vertical farm, Ostara will invest $25 million In the St. Louis region. The post Two Agtech Companies Growing In St. Louis Region appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
BD+C
AUGUST 17, 2021
The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) recorded its sixth consecutive positive month, according to a new report today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).
Pro Builder
AUGUST 18, 2021
Two Possibilities for Inflation and Potential Impacts on Home Prices. cbroderick. Wed, 08/18/2021 - 09:22. Predictions for the future of inflation and housing prices are split into two camps: transitory and persistent. Consumers and firms are worried about inflation and its effects on housing prices, says John Burns Real Estate Consulting, and those who see the future going transitory see inflation as temporary.
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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!
Learn Civil Engineering
AUGUST 17, 2021
What do symbols on blueprint mean? Blueprint Symbols are generally used to indicate function, objects, or systems in the floor plan or any kind of engineering drawing. It could be present in structural drawing, architectural drawing, electrical drawing, machine, etc. Types of Blueprint Symbols There are different types of blueprint or graphic symbols, I’m listing […].
ENR Construction
AUGUST 19, 2021
ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics.
BD+C
AUGUST 19, 2021
International engineering firm Walter P Moore has released a new paper entitled An Introduction to Flood Protection: What Owners Need to Know to Protect Their Properties. The white paper focuses on the numerous flood protection approaches and building owner needs as well as an in-depth review of the flood protection process. The white paper also examines how to properly determine the flood resiliency of a property in order to provide a clear understanding of risk associated costs. .
Pro Builder
AUGUST 18, 2021
Will the Exurbs Remain High in Demand? Experts Weigh In. cbroderick. Wed, 08/18/2021 - 09:30. Outlying suburbs, or exurbs, have been the shining star of the pandemic housing market but with an increase of workers headed back to the office and vulnerability to economic downturns, the future of the exurbs are unknown. Add in more uncertainties with the delta variant and it’s unclear whether or not the rising exurb home prices will stay afloat, says Realtor.com.
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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!
Learn Civil Engineering
AUGUST 16, 2021
What is IS 10262 code? IS 10262-2019 is a comprehensive code for standard and high-performance concrete mix designs. Guidelines for proportioning raw materials for concrete to achieve the desired strength are provided in this IS Code. This code also specifies how ordinary concrete, standard concrete, and high-strength concrete should be mixed. IS 10262 (2019) is […].
ENR Construction
AUGUST 20, 2021
US firm will acquire factories and intellectual property from South Korean company in dissolving joint venture to manufacture and sell its construction equipment in the Americas under the Deere brand.
BD+C
AUGUST 19, 2021
The $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill recently passed by the Senate includes hundreds of millions of dollars targeted for building energy efficiency. The billions allocated in the bill include: · $225 million for states to implement updated building energy codes and to train code officials and homebuilders to meet code.
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