Construction Business Owner
APRIL 19, 2016
The recent discovery of long-buried crypts during a routine water main replacement project in New York City's Washington Square Park should serve as a reminder to developers and contractors that a review of archaeological records should be an important part of their due diligence prior to beginning construction, according to CBRE Valuation & Advisory Services group.
The Constructor
APRIL 22, 2016
What is pointing in Construction? The term Pointing in construction is applied to the finishing of mortar joints in masonry (stone or brick). In.
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HardHatChat
APRIL 18, 2016
The construction industry has a reputation for sometimes being slow to change, and in some instances that reputation is understandable. After all, many practices used on the job site are tried and true – the way construction firms pour cement, lay brick and erect steel has been virtually unchanged for decades. But while many longstanding construction techniques are still the best way to do business, one area where construction firms have a responsibility as employers to continually evolve, chang
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 21, 2016
When you watch re-runs of Dad’s Army do you believe Private Frazer when he informs the platoon.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 18, 2016
We asked you what construction business owners can do to combat the labor shortage, and you answered! Here are some of your top comments from the Construction Business Owner LinkedIn group.
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Construction Equipment
APRIL 19, 2016
. . They're going to need more Force. The Chicago Tribune reports details of the latest proposal to bring the George Lucas museum to Chicago will require galactic-size funding. The George Lucas Museum of Narrative Art and the City of Chicago have been working on a deal to build a new museum facility in the area around McCormick Place. The museum will feature Lucas' collection of paintings, illustrations and digital art.
Contractor Magazine
APRIL 18, 2016
Perry Plumbing Heating & Air will be awarded “Family-Owned Business of the Year” for 2016 by the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the North San Diego Small Business Development Center. read more.
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 19, 2016
The recent discovery of long-buried crypts during a routine water main replacement project in New York City's Washington Square Park should serve as a reminder to developers and contractors that a review of archaeological records should be an important part of their due diligence prior to beginning construction, according to CBRE Valuation & Advisory Services group.
Mr Ethics
APRIL 21, 2016
Dear Mr. Ethics, Our company owner instituted a program when the market tanked a few years ago. The program called for each project manager to meet with our regular developers and potential clients at least once a month. These meetings could include luncheons as well as meeting for cocktails. The program was a success in getting us opportunities and actual projects.
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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 Korte Company
APRIL 21, 2016
The Korte Company has begun work to renovate and expand the kitchen and food pantry on the campus of Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada. The renovations will help grow the Hands of Hope Community Food Pantry and Meals on Wheels programs. Both services are managed through the Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada, one of the largest nonprofit social service providers in the state.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 20, 2016
. . . The tideflats of Tacoma, Washington, was the desired site to build the world's largest methanol plant, slated to produce 7 million tons of methanol a year for use in Asia. However, after 24 months of discussion, Northwest Innovation Works has pulled the plug on Tuesday, decrying "the misinformation swirling about potential impacts of our project.
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 18, 2016
Any experienced contractor knows that even carefully planned projects can result in devastating losses and unanticipated budget overruns due to a number of factors. That's often when legal disputes often arise. If litigation ensues, the success of your claim or position will depend largely upon key steps taken before, during and after execution of the construction project.
Mr Ethics
APRIL 21, 2016
Dear Mr. Ethics, Our company owner instituted a program when the market tanked a few years ago. The program called for each project manager to meet with our regular developers and potential clients at least once a month. These meetings could include luncheons as well as meeting for cocktails. The program was a success in getting us opportunities and actual projects.
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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?
Construction Marketing Ideas
APRIL 20, 2016
The sharp recent decline in China’s real estate and construction marketplace, after years of boom-style growth, has resulted in some unique events, including this six-machine construction equipment street fight. The Guardian reports : The video shows one driver running unhurt out of his toppled bulldozer, a fast-moving type of vehicle also known as a wheel loader, while another bulldozer tries to lift it back up.
Digger Blog
APRIL 18, 2016
Kubota UK has achieved the landmark sale of its 50,000th excavator in the British and Irish market. Kubota UK has achieved the landmark sale of its 50,000th excavator in the British and Irish market.
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 17, 2016
One common thread on any jobsite is an emphasis on crew safety, no matter the crew size, scope of work or site environment. Many companies strive to foster a safety culture with a zero-accident policy, since even a minor incident could cause a long-term injury and a significant expense. With more utility vehicles (UTVs) on jobsites than ever before, making UTV safety a top priority is critical.
Green Industry Professionals
APRIL 21, 2016
Massachusetts community invites organic lawn care expert to address town, says growing body of scientific evidence shows that pesticide exposure, even at low levels, can adversely affect health and environment.
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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.
Construction Marketing Ideas
APRIL 19, 2016
The story behind content marketing is now less generating content, than generating content with insight (and sometimes controversy). Mark Mitchell in a recent blog posting deliberately used a provocative heading: Content Marketing Is Dead in Building Materials. You needed to read to the end of the post to realize he was pulling your strings with a deliberately provocative headline.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 21, 2016
Caterpillar 3-month rolling retail sales report for January, February and March 2016. Actual sales figures will be released April 22,2016.
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 20, 2016
Online marketplaces are changing the way fleet operators and asset managers do business globally. Used heavy equipment auctions, both online and on-site, are much more than just equipment disposition or purchase. Rather, the right mix of online marketplaces and asset management tools are making buying and selling used equipment a much easier and more efficient experience.
Green Industry Professionals
APRIL 20, 2016
Siteworx Global has pulled together a team of hydroseeding experts to re-engineer a product that gives contractors more versatility and peace of mind.
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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!
Contractor Bookkeeping
APRIL 22, 2016
There Are Three Unique Types Of Construction Workers. Construction Is A Wonderful Profession for anyone with the grit and determination to take it on and master it. And it is getting better every day in every way mostly because of the recession that began in 2008. The economic downturn put enormous pressure on all Construction Companies to innovate and change or go out of business!
Construction Equipment
APRIL 20, 2016
Utility workers and linemen will join the ranks of law enforcement, public safety and transportation personnel who will be better protected under a new law signed by Georgia Governor Nathan Deal. Georgia House Bill 767 requires any motorist approaching utility linemen at an active work site, as indicated by traffic cones or flashing yellow, amber, white or red lights, to change lanes or reduce their speed to a reasonable and proper speed below the posted speed limit.
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 20, 2016
For heavy equipment rental companies, business is only as good as their equipment uptime because assets can quickly turn into costly liabilities when they fail in the field. Without proper care, faulty equipment will also turn good customers into ex-customers, as well as decrease service life and resale value.
Construction Dive
APRIL 21, 2016
Actually, the equipment involved were front end loaders. Nevertheless, it's hard to believe this actually happened. A dispute among workers on a construction project resulted in a street brawl with six clashing bulldozers. Read more.
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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!
Construction Marketing Ideas
APRIL 21, 2016
How much should you pay for a sales lead? It depends, but the numbers suggest budgets of between 1 and 5 per cent maximum for overall marketing initiatives. A key question in marketing AEC services is how much you should spend to achieve your desired results. This isn’t an easy calculation, especially for designers and contractors working on high-ticket projects.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 21, 2016
. . . Trimble is partnering with the University of Cambridge in England to collaborate on research to advance technology development in the engineering and construction industry.
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 20, 2016
An insufficient disaster recovery plan is much like having cracks in the foundation of a building. If a disaster strikes, the damage to your construction business can be difficult, if not impossible, to overcome. Consider the cost you might incur if lightning struck and took down your primary business server. Would your contracts, engineering plans, CAD files and site maps be recoverable?
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