Dallas contractor talks future of construction safety, data
Construction Dive
APRIL 6, 2023
Matt Terry sees more focus on emotional and mental health of the workforce and increases in data-driven decisions on projects.
Best Higher Education/Research Excellence in Safety, Award of Merit: University of Texas at Dallas Sciences Building
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 10, 2021
million University of Texas at Dallas Sciences Building. Meticulous coordination between multiple contractors was central to completing the $79.6-million
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OSHA Fines Crane Company in Fatal Dallas Collapse
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 26, 2019
Six months after Terex Peneir SK415 crane collapsed onto a Dallas apartment building, killing one, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined the crane’s owner, Bigge Crane and Rigging Co. citing serious violations.
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The impacts of affordability, remote work, and personal safety on urban life
BD+C
DECEMBER 18, 2023
The impacts of affordability, remote work, and personal safety on urban life 0 qpurcell Mon, 12/18/2023 - 10:06 Urban Planning Data from Gensler's City Pulse Survey shows that although people are satisfied with their city's experience, it may not be enough. They are also 1.5x more likely to say that their city provides a great experience.
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[VIDEO] Team Responsible for Dallas Crane Collapse Cited 17 Times in Past Decade
Construction Equipment
JUNE 12, 2019
the owner of the crane that collapsed in Dallas on Sunday, with 17 safety violations, according to a report on CBS Local. Over the past decade, OSHA has cited the Bigge Crane and Rigging Co., CBS identified the crane as a Terex Peiner SK 415, designed for winds of 95 miles per hour. CBS said the…
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Top 500 Sourcebook: Big Doin's in Big Dallas on I-635 Upgrade
ENR Construction
JUNE 19, 2019
The Interstate 635 LBJ Freeway in Dallas is set to undergo a $1.7- billion upgrade to improve capacity, safety and operational efficiency in a corridor that currently handles more than 200,000 vehicles per day.
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Dallas Crane Collapse Still Unresolved
ENR Construction
AUGUST 28, 2019
Investigators look at whether the crane had been set to weathervane during high winds; Texas’ safety record is questioned.
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What's new at the International Roofing Expo 2023
BD+C
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Roofing Rich Russo, Show Director for the International Roofing Expo ( www.theroofingexpo.com ) chats with Pro Remodeler's Erika Mosse and Building Design+Construction's David Barista about the new programs and initiates at IRE 2023, March 7-9, 2023, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas. billion. “The
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Balfour Beatty Construction Launches New Safety Orientation Video
Construction Superintendent Magazine
MAY 1, 2015
DALLAS, Texas -- Balfour Beatty Construction US has launched its new Zero Harm safety orientation video designed to help make safety personal by featuring trades professionals on a live construction site and following team members at home with their families to reinforce what’s most important – going home safe every day.
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A Rail Boom Reigns In Dallas - ENR - McGraw-Hill Construction
ENR Construction
AUGUST 8, 2012
Safety & Health. A Rail Boom Reigns In Dallas. Author: Aileen Cho in Dallas. Safety and health. Power & Industrial. Water & Dams. Rebuilding Japan. Gulf Oil Spill. Building Types. Construction Methods. Sustainability. Haiti Reconstruction. Economic Stimulus. Banking & Credit Crisis. Project Delivery.
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Building movement: When is it a problem?
BD+C
JULY 12, 2023
0 dbarista Wed, 07/12/2023 - 13:14 Building Owners As buildings age, their structural conditions can deteriorate, causing damage and safety concerns. Of course, when deformations continue untreated, the distress worsens, and the safety of the building and occupants is compromised. Building movement: When is it a problem?
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Were Dallas Crane Bolts Loosened Too Early? | ENR: Engineering.
ENR Construction
JULY 22, 2012
Safety & Health. Were Dallas Crane Bolts Loosened Too Early? Safety and health. Power & Industrial. Water & Dams. Rebuilding Japan. Gulf Oil Spill. Building Types. Construction Methods. Sustainability. Haiti Reconstruction. Economic Stimulus. Banking & Credit Crisis. Project Delivery. Ethics & Corruption.
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Excellence in Safety, Award of Merit: Harmony Hill Luxury Apartments
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 17, 2017
Harmony Hill is an upscale, seven-building apartment community located in the suburban Dallas community of Rowlett, near the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard.
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How the Construction Industry Is Rethinking Workforce Development
Pro Builder
DECEMBER 7, 2022
The trainees are employees of the builder “from day one,” Evans says, and their training regimen includes crew management, understanding the company culture, classroom and field instruction, and safety. . We are facilitators,” says Renee Zentz, CEO of CICC and of the Colorado Springs HBA. Zentz also sits on BuildStrong Academy’s board.).
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OSHA Investigates What Caused Fatal Fall of Construction Worker
Construction Equipment
MAY 15, 2015
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is investigating the death of 44-year-old Jorge Carrion Torres who fell from a four-story apartment building in Dallas, Texas. Falls are the leading cause of death in the construction industry, OSHA said in a statement. What caused Torres to fall is not yet known.
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Top Railway Projects in the US
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MARCH 17, 2022
Some of the elevated tracks would also be situated in earthquake-prone areas and thus need to be built and reinforced to comply with highly rigorous safety standards. As for the train stations, the project includes three terminals: the North Texas Station in Dallas, the Brazos Valley Station in Grimes County, and the Houston Station.
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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 25, 2023
For example, if you want to develop a piece of commercial land in Dallas , you can view multiple properties online. In addition, construction projects are also subject to strict regulations and laws that must be followed to ensure the safety and well-being of the public. You can find land on commercial real estate marketplaces.
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Upcoming Webinars & Construction Events in June 2022
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MAY 25, 2022
Some of the cities where you can attend in-person include Dallas, San Francisco, Paris, Las Vegas, Stockholm, and Washington D.C. WASHTO Centennial (Dallas, TX and Virtual). There’s a number of big construction events happening in June covering transportation, preconstruction, the future of construction technology, and more.
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Georgia Vs Red Wing Boots: Which Brand to Choose?
Work Gearz
JULY 28, 2022
In 1923, ed Wing opened its first branch in Dallas, Texas. Georgia Boots also boast an excellent reputation not only for their durability but for their safety. The Vibram sole is designed with slip resistance as well, increasing workplace safety. Red Wing Boots. Red Wing is one of the work boot industry’s leading brands.
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RAM Commercial Trucks named official truck of 2013 International Roofing Expo (IRE)
BD+C
JANUARY 14, 2013
DALLAS – January 14, 2013 – RAM Commercial Trucks has been named the official truck of the 2013 International Roofing Expo® [IRE], taking place February 5-7, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas USA. read more.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 23, 2018
It’s changed how we choose our construction teams,” said Dallas Williams, vice president and general manager at Red Deer, Alberta-based general contractor Scott Builders. We talk about crew size, productions, safety, and more, and we make sure the foreman or superintendent is on board with knowing what the expectations are.
Autodesk Construction Champions 2023: 25 People Powering the Future of Construction
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 15, 2023
Princeton University Alec Overn Business Manager, Modular Power Solutions, Dallas, TX Alec joined MPS in 2019, and implements the organization’s objectives, policies, and performance standards as well as oversees overhead departmental functions. Kim has been a champion of Autodesk Construction Cloud.
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Flynn
DECEMBER 8, 2020
Similarly, Flynn’s roofing crews are no strangers to working atop sensitive facilities, whether it be a Facebook data centre in Dallas or one of Boeing’s hangars in Seattle. The North Pole complex demands similar sensitivities. ONE THING OFF HIS LIST.
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What Is Foundation Repair | Foundation Techniques | Effects of Foundation Damage | What Foundation Repair Techniques Are Available
CivilJungle
MAY 16, 2021
In Dallas and the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex, pressed concrete piers are generally not recommended due to the high failure rate and limited depth of the pier’s penetration. The health and safety of you and your family may be at risk if you do not seek foundation repair. Advantages of Pressed Concrete Piling.
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Viewpoint Technology Awards – Call for Submissions
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 5, 2018
Southern Botanical , an industry leading commercial and residential landscaping company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, needed a better way to give its clients a secure method for online payments. The number one core value at Yates is safety. The company goes to great lengths to train employees on safety protocol and preparedness.
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FEATURE STORY: Talking The Talk And Backing It Up With Results
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
NOVEMBER 12, 2013
billion project to connect West Texas wind farms with the power grid serving Dallas and Houston. I signed a bill in 2011 that provided a common-sense approach to regulating the hydraulic fracturing process. Perry supporting a referendum to fund the State Water Plan. Credit: [link]. SMART GRIDS, DESALINIZATION. Texas is undertaking a $6.8-billion
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BUSINESS REPORT: Joplin Area Rises From The Rubble And Reaches For New Heights
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MARCH 19, 2014
It also focused on increased safety. Major metros such as Dallas, Kansas City, St. That vision included schools designed around learning (schools with flexible spaces, group areas, quiet areas for individual study and even outdoor classrooms). The Joplin Metro area in southwest Missouri is in the center of North American markets.
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Leading the Home Building Industry: Pro Builder's 2021 Forty Under 40
Pro Builder
APRIL 7, 2021
Hovnanian Homes, Dallas-Fort Worth. Nikki James , 38, Studio Manager, Ashton Woods Homes, Dallas. Steven Speer , 29, Senior Construction Superintendent and Safety Manager, Blackrock Builders, College Station, Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth. . Extracurricular • Co-chair, Dallas Builders Association first virtual McSAM Awards.
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Project Management Technology Tools Helping Contractors Modernize, Streamline Operations—Part 3 of 5
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 30, 2018
Effective project management means controlling the data flow and staying on top of transmittals, submittals, RFIs, email communications, change orders, materials, inventory, job cost and WIP reports, labor hours and wages, union rules, safety regulations, insurance and bonding, compliance data and a whole lot more.
2023 Construction Trends: 23+ Experts Share Insight
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 14, 2022
The construction industry realizes that to drive more predictability, profitability, and safety into their processes, firms must continue to embrace digital technologies and innovation in 2023. Take a look at what they have to say. . 2023 Trends: Construction Industry Transformation. New business models. ” Circularity in construction .
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Rory Woolsey's Construction Estimating Blog: Losing Your Shirt.
Rory Woolsey
FEBRUARY 28, 2012
Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail: Imagine a trip from Seattle to San Diego using a road map to Dallas, Texas. A poor plan for time, costs, resources and cash flow is sometimes worse than no plan. Good planning matters!! Hasty plans make for troubling travel.
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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Points of Entry for Cash-Rich Cargo
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
FEBRUARY 25, 2013
This service can remove about 700 trucks from the highways with each barge movement, making a major contribution to improving the air quality, safety and road capacity for our region. Current transportation inefficiencies create major issues with congestion, pollution and public safety. M-580 Project Scope.
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John Young to Head Nuclear Lobby Group | ENR: Engineering.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 6, 2012
Safety & Health. The president and CEO of Dallas utllity holding company Energy Future Holdings (EFH), he succeeds William D. Water & Dams. Rebuilding Japan. Gulf Oil Spill. -->. Building Types. Construction Methods. Sustainability. Haiti Reconstruction. Economic Stimulus. -->. Banking & Credit Crisis. --> Companies.
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BUSINESS REPORT: Texas – Innovation Moves Front And Center In Austin
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 15, 2013
Largest Cities (2011): Houston, 2,145,146; San Antonio, 1,359,758; Dallas, 1,223,229; Austin, 820,611; Fort Worth, 758,738. Fridays and is expanding to other cities including Seattle, San Francisco, Portland, Denver, DC, Dallas and Houston. The company’s commitment to the environment and safety is a top priority,” Cura said.
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Behind the Build: Interview with Devin Sherman, VDC Director, Lee Lewis Construction
Autodesk Construction Cloud
OCTOBER 22, 2021
With offices located in Lubbock, Dallas, San Angelo, and Austin, Texas, we can reach just about every area in Texas. Most of the safety protocols that we were taking before COVID were more to mitigate injury, but now there’s the concern of infection as well. We’re one of the largest “K through 12” builders in the state of Texas.
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LOCATION FOCUS: Texas: Big Heart, Country, Business
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
OCTOBER 19, 2012
Conveniently situated at the intersection of Interstate 35 and Highway 287, this prime location is less than 35 minutes to Downtown Dallas to the north, less than 60 minutes to Waco and the Texas Hill Country to the south, 18 miles to I-45 and the Piney Woods to the East, and 45 minutes to Downtown Fort Worth to the west.
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Pulse: 07/23/2012
ENR Construction
JULY 23, 2012
Safety & Health. Texas Alterra 500 South Ervay LLC, a limited liability company of Alterra International, is planning to redevelop the Butler Brothers building in Dallas. Central Expressway, Dallas, 75231. Water & Dams. Rebuilding Japan. Gulf Oil Spill. -->. Building Types. Construction Methods. Sustainability.
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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 12, 2014
Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Hours of Service (HOS) rule that went into effect on July 1, 2013 could create a reduction in industry productivity, projecting the need for another 100,000 drivers without an increase in shipping volume. Major metros such as Dallas, Kansas City, St.
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Industry Focus: Aerospace Sector Is Flying High Again
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 5, 2016
one of the world’s leading helicopter services companies, providing worldwide helicopter services that are unsurpassed in safety and customer satisfaction. air transportation system and provide verification and validation in air traffic control, communications, navigation, aircraft safety, and security. Acadiana is home to PHI, Inc.,
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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MARCH 21, 2014
The sites include the Greene and Sumter Renewal Community, made up of both counties, the Mobile Renewal Community, which includes Prichard and a section of east Mobile, and the Southern Alabama Renewal Community, which includes Wilcox County and parts of Butler, Conecuh, Dallas, Hale, Lowndes, Marengo, Monroe and Perry Counties.
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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
APRIL 15, 2014
The sites include the Greene and Sumter Renewal Community, made up of both counties, the Mobile Renewal Community, which includes Prichard and a section of east Mobile, and the Southern Alabama Renewal Community, which includes Wilcox County and parts of Butler, Conecuh, Dallas, Hale, Lowndes, Marengo, Monroe and Perry Counties.
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Construction Issues in Limbo as Nation Awaits Election Results
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Amended to delay implementing a property tax increase until 2022, the measure funds upgrades to the city’s main east-west connector routes and neighborhood safety improvements. billion measure to renovate 14 aging schools in the Dallas area. Voters in Bend, Ore., to help fund a $7-billion transportation program via a new.75%
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