FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

In my 40 years as a Safety Professional and Instructor, I have trained over 50,000 people on the topic of workplace safety. Whether it be through 8-hour courses, presentations at conferences, or meetings with executives, my message and my delivery has remained the same for the vast majority of my career; I stand in front of a group of individuals and gradually lead them on a winding road of stories, scenarios, and questions involving workplace safety that result in an “Aha” moment.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

With Millennials placing increased emphasis on design as a deciding factor in where they choose to live, multifamily housing developers are looking for distinct architectural features to stylize their projects in competitive apartment and condominium markets. . One increasingly popular choice for enhancing aesthetic qualities of multifamily projects is metal mesh.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

The classic way to win public sector “open bid” projects is to set the rules in advance — to your favour. That is, the organization sets out the RFP or tender proposals with clauses and wording pre-arranged to support your business. Even though technically, anyone can bid the work, the scores will almost certainly favour […].

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Farm-to-table dining has officially made the transition from the “I did it before it was cool” hipster movement into the mainstream. The problem is, space limitations in cities around the world mean the farm can only be so close to the table. But Beladon, a Dutch property development firm, has plans to bring farms from the country to the big city.

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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.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

The new measure, which is in response to critics of Proposition 6, would force the governor to stop construction on the bullet train and spend remaining funds on other state transportation projects.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Kiewit beat out such competitors as Dragados Canada, Graham Construction and Engineering, and Astaldi to deliver the CA$180 million (U.S. $138 million) Kingston, Ontario, bridge via the integrated project delivery method.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

If you’re hoping to minimize emissions to levels thought to be unfeasible, look no further: Cummins has revealed a new emissions control system that will help achieve a reduction in the carbon footprint.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

The future of the expansion was in question after cost overruns of more than $2 billion, which approximately doubled owners' original estimates.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index reported their overall new business volume for August was $8.9 billion, up 14 percent year-over-year from August 2017. According to an ELFA press release, volume was up 9 percent from $8.2 billion in July.

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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.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

The future of the expansion was in question after cost overruns of more than $2 billion, which approximately doubled owners' original estimates.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Cummins has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with KAMAZ regarding the collaboration to create electrified power-trucks and buses. Cummins will develop and supply high-voltage, fully electric powertrain prototypes for KAMAZ, who is developing these vehicles.

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Revit OpEd

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

This warning appeared quite a bit with Revit 2016 and patched in subsequent updates. I've clicked Restart to no joy and I've submitted the error. I've done the Edit Color Scheme and Cancel process described for Revit 2016 with no joy either. Hopefully it will get sorted out again.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

The EW240E material handler is a purpose-built machine for the waste and recycling market. The unit has a newly designed center frame, a reinforced undercarriage, 9-foot axles, and extra-wide outriggers.

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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?

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BIM & Beam

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

We have exciting news to share with you. BIM and BEAM is joining forces with the Autodesk Revit Blog to create one robust blog for expert-authored posts on BIM solutions for AEC design. Since BIM and BEAM started 11 years ago, we’ve built a large community of structural engineers, detailers and fabricators who wanted to hear the latest news on product updates and events, and learn tips and tricks for getting the most from their Autodesk software subscription.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Volvo Trucks will introduce all-electric truck demonstrators in California next year, commercializing them in North America by 2020. Several smart technologies will be used in the units including remote diagnostics and geofencing.

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Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Various sections of structures are supported with different types of columns. Column stands for a vertical structural member that bears loads primarily in compression. It generally transmits loads from a ceiling, floor slab, roof slab, or from a beam, to a floor or foundations. Usually, columns also bear bending moments about one or both of the cross-section axes.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has launched a North America statistics program for crawler carriers. Five manufacturers will report rigid frame machines, while three of the five will report crawler carriers with a rotating upper structure.

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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.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

A construction worker was killed and another injured after being struck by a car in a construction zone on Michigan’s U.S. 31. Manistee County police told the Detroit Free Press a 20-year-old Pentwater worker was standing off road with a 23-year-old worker from Ludington when the accident occured.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Louisiana’s I-10 West has been reopened following an accident involving a crane falling onto a vehicle. The crane had fallen across the westbound lanes of I-10, sending one driver to the hospital with moderate injuries.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Komastu Mining Corp. will soon relocate its operations from West Milwaukee to Harbor View, along the city’s riverfront. The state’s economic development agency will give $59.

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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!

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Perkins Engines Co., a subsidiary of Caterpillar, will purchase IHI Agri-Tech’s (IAT) remaining share of the 400 series engines joint venture.

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