Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Fri, 09/24/2021 - 10:42. 2022 could be somewhat normal with steadier production and supply and still solid demand. Bidding wars, soaring building material costs, and builders putting the brakes on sales so production can catch up will be so last year. Next Year’s Housing Market Will Be Boring.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Thu, 12/30/2021 - 10:16. Not only is the pandemic sparking new design trends, but increased concern for sustainability is also causing many homeowners to switch to natural, recyclable materials and net-zero home construction. Creating a conducive home office environment is critical.

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Lets Build

DECEMBER 28, 2022

The Association of Professional Builders’ 2022 annual report on the state of residential construction included some alarming findings: Almost one-third of global residential construction projects were delivered late in 2021. More residential projects went over budget in 2021 compared to previous years.

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Residential Construction Project Management Software 148

Pro Builder

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Wed, 12/15/2021 - 11:07. Homebuilding is no longer exclusively about materials or land, but instead, how all the pieces fit together within an overarching puzzle. These products are not only expected to make a home more comfortable, but also to perform better over time, ultimately saving homeowners money.

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Sustainability Materials Transportation Green 111

Pro Builder

MARCH 31, 2021

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 12:00. Those of us in the lumber and building materials (LBM) industry can recall moments when we’ve uttered, “I’ve never seen anything like this,” when referring to a particular market dynamic. Everyone who buys LBM products—builders, contractors, lumberyards, and distributors alike—has a purchasing strategy.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Join us and discover how to reduce waste on the job site and find new uses for materials. In 2009, the EPA estimated we were throwing away 170 million tons of building materials every year. Fast forward ten years later, and that figure jumped to 600 tons—which is enough material to fill the Empire State Building 2,500 times.

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Atlanta Construction Georgia Materials 98

Pro Builder

APRIL 28, 2021

Wed, 04/28/2021 - 10:13. Because the Client and Architect wanted Roost to be the product of thoughtful design, the homes had to be constructed with materials that were beneficial to both the residents and the environment. The Roost homes put an emphasis on celebrating the building materials. Materials .

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Design Concrete Materials US 69

Pro Builder

MAY 4, 2021

Tue, 05/04/2021 - 09:32. Goldcrest Homes’ reasoning was that the home prices were based on appraisals and the cost of materials, there was no additional need to continually bid the price up. Utah Builder Forgoes Bidding Wars, Plans to Sell at Listing Price. cbroderick. Read More. . New-Home Sales. Innovation. New-Home Sales.

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Utah Bidding Plans Innovation 52

Pro Builder

MAY 12, 2021

Wed, 05/12/2021 - 06:00. Productivity in home construction lags behind almost every other industry, while inefficiencies and waste hurt profits and growth. For example, factory environments support social distancing practices, since workers remain in controlled, stationed zones. To increase productivity .

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Both are affected by the material science that goes into the product: How are they constructed? Where do the materials come from that make these products? The materiality of different resilient flooring products may alter some perceptions regarding sustainability.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 19, 2021

Portland Pozzolana cement is an incorporated cement produced in that certain ratio by the synthesis and characterization of OPC cement from pozzolana materials. The inclusion of pozzolana particles contributes to the production of cement , which uses less OPC but has greater longevity and strength. What Is PPC Cement?

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Portland Materials Concrete CA 52

CivilJungle

MARCH 19, 2021

Portland Pozzolana cement is an incorporated cement produced in that certain ratio by the synthesis and characterization of OPC cement from pozzolana materials. The inclusion of pozzolana particles contributes to the production of cement , which uses less OPC but has greater longevity and strength. What Is PPC Cement?

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Portland Materials Concrete CA 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 25, 2020

These designs are becoming bolder, incorporating changing technologies as well as addressing new approaches like collaborative environments and ‘resimercial’ design. They represent unique community values and have strong physical ties to the surrounding environment. According to the 2020 Fails Management Institute (FMI) U.S.

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Education Environment Visualization Design 52

Constructonomics

JULY 2, 2021

Increased health risks that came along with COVID-19 worsened the productivity and efficiency in the construction sector. Let’s find out how and what changes should we expect for 2021: Safer Construction Sites. The situation forced US-based companies to look for local manufacturers of products or in closeby countries like Mexico.

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Industrial Construction Safety Guidelines 100

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 31, 2021

Beyond the global pandemic and events in the news, both episodic weather events and new environmental regulations are placing extreme demand on building materials, including insulation. Could events of the past year be considered anything other than extreme? In response to climate change, the Canadian government and a growing number of U.S.

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Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 21, 2020

There are a ton of moving parts on each project, from the estimate, to ordering materials and equipment, to billing, and having that information where and when you need it can make all the difference. Reports within the dashboard have many different configurations to meet your needs. Find Sage at Groundbreak 2020.

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Sage Management ProCore Construction 145

Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Material costs. As of Q2 2021, German banks have seen sales growth up to 30% compared to 2019. Fifteen percent of EU contractors indicate lower production due to a lack or delayed delivery of building materials. [ Peak costs exceeded €8,738/£7,454 * per 40-ft container (as of November 2021). [ Drewry ].

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Statistics Industrial Construction Autodesk 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 24, 2023

The infrastructure pipeline ballooned to $248 billion in the 2021-22 State and Federal Budgets, and movement to net zero is ramping up across the board. But it’s not always possible to simply re-use an old design or existing materials. Will workers be less productive in extreme heat? If it rains does the soil become unworkable?

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Construction Sustainability Innovation Modeling 98

Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Mon, 11/08/2021 - 11:15. At the International Advanced Building Skins (ABS) Conference & Expo in Bern, Switzerland, I spoke about quality assurance in home building and learned about a variety of new materials and applications that address production, quality, and sustainability. How European Technology Can Benefit U.S.

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Innovation Electrical Sustainability New York City 116

Business Facilities

AUGUST 25, 2021

From the July/August 2021 Issue. A ccording to the International Energy Agency (IEA), based on current policy settings and economic trends, electricity generation from renewables, including hydropower, wind and solar PV, is on track to grow by 8 percent in 2021 and by more than 6 percent in 2022. By Dominique Cantelme.

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Florida New York Electrical Innovation 115

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND, November 24, 2021 —? The massive impact on climate change, driven by the increasing consumption in energy and materials, is accelerating the demand for sustainability across the AEC and D&M sectors. In Australia, waste products like construction debris, slag from steel plants, etc. According to?

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Sustainability Regulation Autodesk Green 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 31, 2022

In today’s construction landscape, there are a lot of products, services, and technologies that offer the promise of “better”. With rising material costs, new sustainability standards, the growing need for skilled laborers, and an influx of construction technology to manage the project lifecycle, the industry is at a tipping point. .

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Industrial Resource Construction Autodesk 98

CivilJungle

DECEMBER 26, 2021

In the construction of Self-healing Concrete cement is the most widely used material, but cement is also contributors one of the biggest to harmful carbon emissions, by using cement we increasing annual global emissions up to 7 percent. Kinetic Roads. 3D Modelling. Modular Construction. Asset Mapping. Internet of Things. Thermal Bridging.

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Engineering Concrete Roads Modeling 52

Fieldwire

AUGUST 2, 2023

Sustainability: As consumer attitudes about the environment change for the better, transitioning to more eco-friendly technologies will help your business resonate with the next generation of homeowners. Foster an ongoing learning environment You should foster a supportive ongoing learning environment.

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Management Certification Construction Education 52

Fieldwire

MARCH 1, 2022

A 2021 Taiwanese construction industry study found that risk factors affect the expected achievement rates of three main performance goals, namely cost/budget, schedule/time, and quality. million more construction workers by 2023, according to a 2021 analysis by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). alone needing an estimated 1.28

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Risk Construction Equipment Management 105

Natural Building

JULY 20, 2022

There is a wellness aspect of being surrounded by wood that includes a sense of positive energy and a sense of calm that are especially important in an urban environment. cities since the 2021 International Building Code approved its use for buildings up to 18 stories. Previous codes capped mass timber buildings at a height of 85 feet.

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Milwaukee Concrete Structural Engineering Engineering 52

Pro Builder

JANUARY 6, 2021

Wed, 01/06/2021 - 15:02. . The VirLaser Level app (shown, above) uses your iPhone’s camera to determine whether an object or material application is level. Apps for Builders —and why aren't more builders tapping this technology to boost productivity? Tech Tools for Builders: Mobile Apps. Virtual level. No In-Person Crowds?

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Mobility Bidding Estimating Documentation 107

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 25, 2021

The 442nd session of the Maryland legislature adjourned on April 12, 2021. Generally, the Maryland Department of the Environment must enforce the prohibitions, but MDE is authorized to delegate enforcement authority to specified local authorities. Facility and Product Specific Processing Bans and Restrictions. Enforcement.

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Maryland Housing Commissioning Regulation 156

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

According to Global Data , construction revenues in 2021 exceeded $270bn across the key markets of Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden. Around a third of firms (34%) struggle to offer competitive salaries, pointing to the rising price of materials and a need to balance the books without breaking their wage structure.

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Construction Sustainability Regulation Deals 52

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 28, 2019

Styrofoam is actually a registered trademark of Dow Chemical Company and is a brand generally used in industrial settings for building materials and pipe insulation. Styrofoam is not used in the food service industry for coffee cups, coolers, or packaging materials, which are generally made of expanded polystyrene.

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Maryland Permits Sewer Housing 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 4, 2022

Though initially developed for product prototyping purposes, 3D printing technology has advanced to the point where it has emerged as a key player in a variety of industries. SLA works as a high-powered laser and turns a liquid resin into a solid material. 3D printing offers big promises for construction. 3D Printing Concrete.

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Construction Concrete Innovation Regulation 105

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 3, 2022

At the end of 2021, the Covid-19 pandemic is far from over, and making predictions for the year ahead seems challenging when we’re still such a long way from normality. Organisations have worked hard to become more resilient, and improved their safety, quality and productivity in the process. It’s the same outcome.”.

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Construction Sustainability Management Environment 52

Levelset

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Construction activity is incredibly intensive work — creating the built environment is inherently disruptive to the natural environment. Construction material suppliers, especially those that produce or distribute solvents and other chemicals, may qualify as LQGs or SQGs. Handling hazardous materials & toxic substances.

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CivilJungle

MAY 1, 2021

Fly ash is a fine powder that would be a by-product of the combustion of pulverized coal in power plants. Fly ash is a pozzolan, a liquid that contains aluminous as well as siliceous material which creates cement in the presence of water. Fly ash in concrete provides good use of portal cement hydration products. Silicon Oxides.

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Concrete Portland Materials Products 52

Work Gearz

JANUARY 23, 2021

They are generally made of leather or suede materials and are very comfortable to wear especially in the winters. Prices pulled from the Amazon Product Advertising API on: Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Recommended Grey Riding Boot. When to wear them?

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Products Materials Site Safety 52

CivilJungle

MARCH 26, 2021

Considering all the building materials , Plywood has become one of the most eye-catching materials in the woodworking industry. Nowadays, because of the beneficial properties of plywood, they have become much more needed building materials than traditional materials such as natural wood , brick , plastic , etc.

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Materials Foundation Concrete Portland 52

CivilJungle

MAY 19, 2021

Fiber Reinforcement Concrete is a composite material that consists of mixtures of cement , concrete , and randomly distributed fibers. The fibrous material increases the compressive strength of the concrete by 0 to 15 percent. Fiber Reinforcement Concrete. Properties of Fiber Reinforcement Concrete. Modulus of Elasticity.

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