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What is a submittal in construction? A comprehensive guide

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The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc. They ensure the contractor adheres to the defined guidelines, uses the correct materials, and stays within the timelines. A good example is the shop drawing, which provides detailed plans for fabrications that are completed off-site.

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What is a submittal in construction? A comprehensive guide

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The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc. They ensure the contractor adheres to the defined guidelines, uses the correct materials, and stays within the timelines. A good example is the shop drawing, which provides detailed plans for fabrications that are completed off-site.

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What is a submittal in construction? A comprehensive guide

Lets Build

The submittals include samples, drawings, project data, material listings, quality assurance, etc. They ensure the contractor adheres to the defined guidelines, uses the correct materials, and stays within the timelines. A good example is the shop drawing, which provides detailed plans for fabrications that are completed off-site.

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The 8 wastes of lean construction

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We’ve outlined the cause and solution for all seven below, according to Lean literature, along with an eighth waste that’s emerging in the construction industry: 1) Transportation Transportation waste involves the unnecessary movement of materials or equipment. In lean construction, this includes damaged material, rework, or punch list items.

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What’s the difference between RFIs, Submittals and Specifications?

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Specifications, often called specs, in construction documents usually include information about the project’s materials, the timeline, methods and requirements. Prior to and during construction, every piece of equipment, material types, and even details such as the exact color of paint need to be reviewed and approved via submittals.

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Five Causes of Construction Rework and How to Avoid Them

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Material and Equipment Defects. Sometimes work is constructed properly, but materials do not meet specifications, triggering rework. Fabrication Issues. Contractors are often at the mercy of fabricators in such situations, but may ultimately be responsible for rework-related delays if the fabricator is hired by the contractor.

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Achieving greater productivity with complete solutions from Hilti

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It is estimated that only a third of a worker’s day is spent performing their craft, with the other part of their day filled with non productive tasks, such as locating equipment and material, reviewing plans and assigning tasks, and dealing with fabrication and logistics. Check out some of our system solutions.