Construction Junkie

JULY 8, 2020

Construction Junkie's 2020 Best Construction Podcast Competition Results. With so many new innovations and technologies entering the world of construction, host Todd Weyandt leads the discussion with industry experts to help keep you up-to-speed with the latest the industry has to offer.

Construction 121

Construction Lien Zoning Industrial 121

Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Scientists at Vicksburg’s ERDC have been deploying Supercomputers to develop models illustrating how the coronavirus spreads. Read: Mississippi: Modeling A Battle Plan For COVID-19 at BusinessFacilities.com.

Mississippi 60

Mississippi Modeling Plans Defense 60

BD+C

JUNE 12, 2020

This new environment may herald innovative economic models and change the way we think about museum design.". How will museums change after COVID-19 (SmithGroup) .

Industrial 52

Industrial Innovation Modeling Environment 52

Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Margaret Whelan on How Capital is Fueling Innovation. Mon, 11/30/2020 - 06:00. Investment banker Margaret Whelan talks about labor constraints and how access to capital is fueling innovation in a home building industry not typically known for it. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor. Margaret Whelan. CEO and Founder. Whelan Advisory. ??.

Innovation 52

Innovation Equity Site Modeling 52

Construction Junkie

MAY 20, 2020

The voting booth will be open until July 1st, 2020 until 11:59:59pm PST. CONEXPO/CON-AGG Radio Previous nominations: 2018 (winner) , 2019 (winner) Listen to it here: [link] The back-to-back champs are back to defend their crown in 2020, but this year they have a brand new look and a brand new host. Duplicate votes will be disqualified.

Lien 116

Lien Construction Zoning Industrial 116

Pro Builder

JULY 31, 2020

2020 Pro Builder Top 100 Products. Fri, 07/31/2020 - 06:00. Available in an array of colors and styles, with new colors added in 2020 as well as a new, matte Brushed Finish, the nonporous surface resists stains, chemicals, and heat, and doesn’t require sealants, the company says. . . New Innovations / Frigidaire .

Products 116

Products Design Engineering Remodeling 116

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

The negative environmental impact of concrete, the most common man made substance on Earth, has not been meaningfully responded to in 2020. Possibly most significant, the code provides a form of non-residential specification and residential specification that could be a model for construction contract provisions.

Concrete 245

Concrete Green Materials California 245

Pro Builder

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Tue, 12/01/2020 - 11:14. Home Innovation Research Labs’ new study looks at the cost effectiveness of solar panels across five markets across the country: Phoenix, Tampa, Boston, Kansas City, and Seattle. New Study Reveals Cost Effectiveness of Solar Panels. cbroderick.

Kansas City 52

Kansas City Tampa Phoenix Seattle 52

Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

How strategic Building America research helped create an innovative, market-ready HVAC solution for heating and cooling ducts inside conditioned spaces. In fact, IBACOS used the “PEX model” when developing the system. “We From 2015 to 2017, IBACOS performed lab tests and modeling to validate the technology. Eric Werling.

Residential 98

Residential Roads America Innovation 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Belgian construction company Ibens uses prefabrication and extensive BIM modelling to deliver the highest quality project outcomes. Digital Innovator Christopher Baute explains, “We truly believe in prefabrication, because the site isn’t the best place to create the elements of a building – and today skilled people are scarce.

BIM 98

BIM Modeling Autodesk Innovation 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

A lot has changed in the nearly 10 years since the research was conducted, and the construction industry has made significant efforts in innovation and productivity over the last several years alone. Now, anyone can curate models—including project engineers. Now, anyone can curate models by nearly any set of parameters.

Products 105

Products Autodesk Construction Modeling 105

Pro Builder

JANUARY 6, 2023

“It’s not only the most homes we’ve ever had at Show Village , but the most innovative,” says Tony Mancini, group director and principal of SGC Horizon, publisher of Pro Builder Media. “We RELATED What’s Happening on the IBS 2023 Show Floor? ADU: 2/1 / Builder: Genesis Homes by Champion Home Builders, Greenville, S.C.

Housing 105

Housing Las Vegas Modeling Plans 105

Pro Builder

JULY 19, 2021

Pacaso, a real estate start-up launched in October, says its business model modernizes an old practice, making better use of the tight housing inventory. Launched by two former Zillow executives, the company purchases luxury single-family vacation homes and sells them to a group of buyers through a fractional ownership model, explains CNBC.

Inventory 52

Inventory Innovation Modeling Finance 52

Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

These included a debut series from Delta Faucets, some with dishwasher-friendly accessories enhancing that convenience, and Bocchi, whose award-winning Baveno model can be ordered with a retractable faucet, creating more counter space when closed off. There were numerous new workstation sinks that make preparing healthy meals easier.

Products 52

Products Design Construction Innovation 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 22, 2022

They strive to increase social impact in a value-driven context through an economically sustainable model. Koenraad Belsack , co-CEO and Founder of Upgrade Estate, has a firm vision on the important link between sustainability and innovation. “At The team developed a digital replica of the building by creating a 3D BIM model.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability BIM Modeling Autodesk 98

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Thu, 10/15/2020 - 12:00. She develops and manages OCLA Division Virtual Design and Construction modeling procedures, and provides leadership for Building Information Modeling Engineer personnel and assist management in VDC development and coordination responsibilities. Vice President - Technology & Innovation.

Virgin Islands 296

Virgin Islands Autodesk Puerto Rico Samoa 296

Green Building Law Update

MAY 23, 2021

As such, the bill retroactively allows forest conservation that was completed in a then qualified forest mitigation bank on or before December 31, 2020, to be used, under both State and local forest conservation programs. In a model for other places, Maryland is repairing the world with planting trees.

Maryland 156

Maryland Banking Housing Sustainability 156

Business Facilities

DECEMBER 8, 2015

“The 2016 Global Manufacturing Competiveness Index shows the importance of policy, investment, and innovation for company and country level competitiveness,” says Deborah L. National Network for Manufacturing Innovation is Important to Reviving Manufacturing. Expected To Be Top Manufacturing Nation By 2020.

Innovation 40

Innovation United States Industrial Products 40

Pro Builder

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Tue, 12/01/2020 - 07:00. . Craftsman has expanded its line of brushless tools with the addition of a new 4 1/2-inch small angle grinder (model CMCG450B) that achieves a no-load speed of up to 8,500 rpm and provides up to 65% more power compared with the company’s larger 5 1/2-inch, 20-volt cordless unit. 8 New Tools for the Jobsite.

Modeling 75

Modeling Products Equipment Design 75

BD+C

APRIL 5, 2023

AEC Innovators Women in Design+Construction After nearly 40 years at Shepley Bulfinch, including 17 as President and CEO, Carole Wedge, FAIA, LEED AP will be retiring on April 30th of this year. in 2019, and Durham, N.C., She led a new generation that achieved certification as a women-owned and led business.

AIA 52

AIA Houston Phoenix Equity 52

Building Information Management

OCTOBER 26, 2012

14 Reasons to Register: Building Innovation 2013 . NIBS Building Innovation 2013 Visit Booth #5 – 4Clicks Introduces CEASAL. 1: Building Innovation 2013 is delivered by the National Institute of Building Sciences – an authoritative source of innovative solutions for the built environment.

Innovation 53

Innovation Washington BIM Conference 53

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 16, 2022

AR can also be used to showcase 3D models and even provide tours, giving clients a solid idea of what a building would look like before it’s built. These labels can then bring up text or even 3D models to communicate safety or hazard information. Akular brings 3D models into the user’s physical environment.

Construction 119

Construction Visualization Modeling Mobility 119

Contractor Magazine

JUNE 7, 2016

Dedicated business unit now established to replicate the model, with target of improving the lives of 100 million people by 2020. LIXIL Group Corporation is set to exceed one million units of the innovative SaTo (“Safe Toilet”) brand products in use within July this year. read more.

Products 40

Products Innovation Modeling 40

BD+C

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

During Heinfeld’s 37-years as president, LPA created a new model for a diverse design studio with architects, engineers, landscape architects and interior designers focused on tackling the largest issues facing the built environment. On every project, designers develop goals around wellness, community, experience and performance.

AIA 52

AIA Architecture Sustainability California 52

Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Tue, 11/24/2020 - 09:47. Innovation. This Agrihood Connects Suburban Living and Agriculture. cbroderick. One Canadian developer has owned 500 acres of agricultural land in Vancouver since 1989 but remained unsure of what to do with it until now. Already half of the first 75 homes have been sold. Read More. . Planning + Development.

Georgia 52

Georgia Innovation Plans Modeling 52

Pro Builder

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Mon, 10/05/2020 - 09:37. Indeed, our propensity for innovation and cooperation are now thought to be the most important traits leading to our success. . We are seeing a microcosm of this sort of behavioral innovation happening in our industry right now in response to the pressures put on it by the pandemic. No In-Person Crowds?

Innovation 104

Innovation Metro Management Legal 104

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Read on to discover some of the innovators and changemakers making waves in construction today. . Case in point: Jason and his team won AKF’s 2021 Innovation Contest because they found a better way to access and maintain record drawings. . 40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2022 . New York, NY.

Construction 122

Construction BIM Management Project Management 122

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

There are several maturity models that describe the degree of maturity of an organization and/or associated projects. The various capability maturity models (CMM) can be applied to virtually any industry or market segment. Performance Evaluation Model for Project Managers Using Managerial Practices?, CHANGE MANAGEMENT.

Project Management 162

Project Management Capterra Organization Management 162

Pro Builder

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Thu, 10/15/2020 - 11:07. KB’s chatbot can communicate in more than 100 languages, schedule model home visits and appointments, and answer questions about communities and floor plans quickly. KB Home Launches AI-Powered Chatbot for Customers. cbroderick.

Schedule 52

Schedule Innovation Modeling Office 52

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JANUARY 23, 2014

The true foundation of highly dynamic cities emerges from such factors as speed of innovation and creation of cutting-edge businesses along with new building construction, property price movement and investment in real estate from cross-border investors and corporations.

San Francisco 99

San Francisco San Jose Los Angeles New York 99

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 7, 2021

million tonnes of CO2e, which is equivalent to the 26 CO2e saved by the whole Australian economy in 2020,” said Ms Simpson. . The report also presents real-world case studies to inspire project teams to utilise, adapt, scale and accelerate further innovation. Technology is also identified as a key enabler of decarbonisation. .

Infrastructure 52

Infrastructure Industrial Autodesk Sustainability 52

Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Mon, 09/14/2020 - 06:00. And at the 2020 International Builders’ Show , GE wowed crowds with its next-generation Kitchen Hub , a smart screen attached to a vent hood, offering a front-facing camera for video chatting and a downward-facing camera that images the food as it cooks. . Expert Luxury Kitchen Insights for 2020.

Products 71

Products Modeling Electrical Sustainability 71

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 22, 2020

Parametric Cost Data- Replacement unit costs are based on less detailed, representative models that demonstrate what a finished task/project may cost. Cost derived in this many from a robust, locally researched unit price book should track actual project costs by +/- 5%.

Construction 151

Construction Statistics Life Cycle Renovating 151

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 9, 2023

more collaboration events on issues and tasks and a 121% increase in digital collaborators since 2020. The percentage complete and statuses of the tasks will be applied to the 4D project model. Teams can import 3D models from Autodesk Build, Autodesk Docs, or BIM 360.

Autodesk 59

Autodesk BIM Construction Visualization 59

Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Tue, 09/01/2020 - 07:00. Green Building Council's 2020 LEED Homes Awards for single-family residential projects. These are the single-family homes USGBC deemed outstanding in 2020. More 2020 LEED Homes Awards winners: Outstanding affordable projects. Homes LEEDing the Way to Sustainability and Resiliency.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Green Dallas Phoenix 105

Pro Builder

JUNE 1, 2022

Entering 2020, housing was coming off its best year since 2007, the near-culmination of a recovery from the depths of despair a decade earlier. Housing's Incremental Innovation Path. Build one model home and put the rest online. I see the logic. Why not just pick up where we left off before COVID punched us in the gut?

Housing 52

Housing Modeling Sustainability Materials 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 6, 2022

Claire Orchard, Head of Digital Innovation at MKUH, works alongside the Trust’s Strategic Estates team who will oversee the NHP at the hospital. Developing a data strategy with Building Information Modelling (BIM). Another example was the federation of 3D models between Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) partners.

BIM 52

BIM Modeling Environment Autodesk 52