10 Common Questions About Safety Plans Answered
cnstrctr
APRIL 18, 2022
Your most asked safety plan questions - demystified.
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Processes To Increase Production And Reduce Injuries At The Job Site
Contractor Bookkeeping
APRIL 22, 2022
Some construction business owners believe in maximizing production by driving everyone from the laborers to the project managers to work harder, longer, faster, hustle, and run. And if they are giving less than 110% to the company, they are not doing enough. One thing to consider: Don't let construction workers think too much; they may injure themselves.
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Improving Construction Project Outcomes
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 18, 2022
Improving Construction Project Delivery Outcomes. Improving construction project outcomes is critical from both economic and environmental perspectives. Efficient repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction of buildings, transportation systems, utilities, and bridges can become a reality with appropriate leadership focus. Robust processes and tools are readily available to assure the delivery of quality projects on time and on budget.
Snapshots from the Construction Site
HardHatChat
APRIL 21, 2022
Commercial Construction is beginning to take off. Take a look at some projects we are kicking off or just finished. Olive Garden, Delafield, WI. One sector of Englewood Construction’s disciplines hit the hardest during the pandemic was the restaurant and food service industry. We are so fortunate to have so many restaurants under way nationally with more on the way.
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.
April 2022 Construction Industry Stats
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 18, 2022
April 2022 Construction Industry Stats. hirvin. Mon, 04/18/2022 - 10:43. The Construction Business Owner team compiles statistics each month from several sources, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau, to give you a better understanding of the current state of affairs for the construction industry. The statistics featured in each month's print issue are for 3 months prior to the publication of the magazine, based on the data available.
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Maximizing JOC Program Performance
Job Order Contracting
APRIL 21, 2022
Road Map. JOC Program Planning – Tools and Services Evaluation and Selection (Unit Price Book, Services, Technology). JOC Construction RFP Planning and Procurement – Program Contract Organization, Documents/Bid Packages/Forms/Checklists/Approvals, Roles in Construction Projects, and Contractor Selection. Program Portfolio Management. Contract Management.
Argon Gas-Filled Windows: Advantages and Applications
The Constructor
APRIL 17, 2022
Argon gas-filled windows consist of double or triple glass panes and argon gas that fills the space between them. The argon gas improves the.
January 2022 Construction Industry Stats
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APRIL 18, 2022
January 2022 Construction Industry Stats. hirvin. Mon, 04/18/2022 - 10:43. The Construction Business Owner team compiles statistics each month from several sources, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau, to give you a better understanding of the current state of affairs for the construction industry.
Maryland Resets it Trajectory with Greenhouse Gas Reduction Law
Green Building Law Update
APRIL 17, 2022
With legislation that became law last week, without the Governor’s signature, Maryland has enacted the most rigorous state law in the country reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and otherwise addressing ESG stewardship including climate change. Businesses can and should treat this as the greatest opportunity and responsibility of our time. Literally resetting the trajectory of Maryland, making sweeping changes to the Old Line State’s already tough climate change laws, among other things, Sen
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.
5 Reasons Why You Need Construction Management Software
Lets Build
APRIL 21, 2022
Managing a construction project isn’t easy. From coordinating with clients to organizing contractors to liaising with material providers, projects can quickly spiral out of control with poor organization and planning. As a construction executive, it’s your job to keep all of these plates spinning at once. Without an effective project management tool, this probably means a whole lot of emails, spreadsheets, notebooks, and, perhaps most importantly, mental energy.
Design and Construction of Submerged Floating Tunnel
The Constructor
APRIL 18, 2022
A submerged floating tunnel (SFT), also called Archimedes bridge or suspended tunnel, is a tunnel that floats in the water supported by its buoyancy.
Construction-related failures in plumbing pipe
Construction Specifier
APRIL 22, 2022
Localized scale loss due to erosion-corrosion, water flow right to left. By Alan Humphreys PhD, PE, and Phillip Sharff, PE. Metal corrosion is an ever-present problem in the plumbing industry. Common piping materials such as copper, steel, and cast-iron are readily oxidized and thus undergo aqueous corrosion at a rate dependent on the corrosivity of the service environment.
Encina To Build $1.1B Advanced Manufacturing Facility In Pennsylvania
Business Facilities
APRIL 20, 2022
Encina will create 300 new jobs in Northumberland County, PA; UnityLab is relocating its headquarters to Sullivan County.
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?
What Is A Cantilever Beam | Application of Cantilever Beam | Advantages and Disadvantages of Cativer Beams
Civiconcepts
APRIL 22, 2022
What Is A Cantilever Beam? A Cantilever Beam is a rigid structural member in which one end is fixed and another end is free and it can be made up … What Is A Cantilever Beam | Application of Cantilever Beam | Advantages and Disadvantages of Cativer Beams Read More ».
Time Management Programs: Objective, Advantages, and Disadvantages
The Constructor
APRIL 22, 2022
Time management is organizing and implementing a strategy related to the time required for different activities in a project. No aspect of work, be.
Retrofitting Europe’s Homes: How Digital Construction can Support Greener, Affordable Housing
Autodesk Construction Cloud
APRIL 22, 2022
There were plenty of incredible sights in Glasgow during COP26. But if you happened to be passing by the Kingston motorway bridge, you’d have seen one of the best innovations from the world of construction. Sitting on the grounds of a former petrol station was the COP house – a wooden cottage modelling a much more sustainable form of housing. The wooden roof, floor and walls are designed to capture sunlight and body warmth – limiting the need for heating throughout the building’s lifecycle.
Homebuying Woes Remain Despite Highest Construction Rate in 5 Decades
Pro Builder
APRIL 22, 2022
Homebuying Woes Remain Despite Highest Construction Rate in 5 Decades. ldeakins. Fri, 04/22/2022 - 10:15. New home construction projects are surging beyond 1 million, but that doesn’t mean buyers are moving in anytime soon. . More homes are under construction across the U.S. than at any time over the past 5 decades, but building back from a decades-old housing shortage is proving to be a slow process, NerdWallet reports.
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.
Design and specification considerations: Stand-alone canopy structure systems
Construction Specifier
APRIL 22, 2022
Photo by David Bryce Photography/courtesy EXTECH. By Kevin Smith. Freestanding canopy systems can be specified for numerous project applications, fabricated with a choice of materials, and engineered to meet a range of performance requirements. Unlike attached canopy systems that typically designate a building’s entrances, these stand-alone structures are multifunctional.
Why is Polycarbonate Popular in Construction Industry?
The Constructor
APRIL 19, 2022
Polycarbonate is an engineering thermoplastic with outstanding impact resistance, heat resistance, and transparency. It is light in weight and 250.
Massive Desert Flower Home in New Mexico
Natural Building
APRIL 20, 2022
This northern New Mexico sanctuary known as The Desert Flower (Ahkon Povi in Tewa language) was inspired by the Native American dwellings, Pueblo Bonito and Chaco Canyon, as well as traditional Earthships. It is situated on 11 acres with 2 separate dwellings, totaling nearly 8,000 sq ft. There are 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 8 kiva fireplaces, an art studio and a music studio.
Home Builders Are Feeling the Supply Chain Aftershock of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Pro Builder
APRIL 22, 2022
Home Builders Are Feeling the Supply Chain Aftershock of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict. ldeakins. Fri, 04/22/2022 - 10:22. The war in Ukraine is cutting off essential commodities and leaving builders to contend with backed up supply chains. . After two years of pandemic-related industry challenges, home builders across the U.S. thought they had already faced the brunt of supply chain disruptions and material shortages, but the war in Ukraine is kickstarting round two of delays and price hikes.
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!
Compaction Factor Test of Concrete
Learn Civil Engineering
APRIL 18, 2022
Compaction factor test procedure The apparatus is kept on the ground and grease is applied to the inner surface of the cylinders The cylinder’s weight is marked as W1, and the cylinder is connected to the base in such a way that the hoppers’ central points and the cylinder’s central points are on one vertical […].
Hypertunnel’s Breakthrough Technique in Tunneling
The Constructor
APRIL 17, 2022
A Basingstoke-based startup called Hypertunnel has developed a revolutionary approach to tunneling including tunnel construction, enlargement, repair.
Drapes Vs Curtains | Types of Drapes | Types of Curtains | Top 10 Differences Between Curtains and Drapes
Civiconcepts
APRIL 16, 2022
Introduction Window treatment for the decorative purpose mostly used Drapes and curtains that give a classy and cool look and also gives a soothing effect at your house, room, hotel, … Drapes Vs Curtains | Types of Drapes | Types of Curtains | Top 10 Differences Between Curtains and Drapes Read More ».
Americans Are Looking For Smaller Homes as Prices Rise to Record Highs
Pro Builder
APRIL 21, 2022
Americans Are Looking For Smaller Homes as Prices Rise to Record Highs. ldeakins. Thu, 04/21/2022 - 10:17. Homebuyers searching for expansive floor plans throughout the COVID-19 pandemic are now reevaluating their preferences to stay on budget. American homebuyers are downsizing after the median price per square foot increased 20.1% to a record $230 in March home sales, according to Redfin.
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!
What Will It Take for the Construction Industry to Reduce Carbon Emissions?
Fieldwire
APRIL 18, 2022
Climate change is a global issue that requires all hands on deck. Eco-conscious organizations like the United Nations are developing sustainability targets to reduce adverse ecological effects. Many countries are evaluating different pollution-reduction methods to achieve net-zero emissions. One industry significantly impacting global emissions is construction.
FIDIC Suite of Contracts
The Constructor
APRIL 16, 2022
The International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC, French: Federation Internationale des Ingenieurs-Conseil) drafts and publishes the FIDIC.
The Circle Of Life
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APRIL 20, 2022
The life sciences field has taken on much greater significance in recent years. Economic developers are responding with more options to make their communities more appealing.
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