Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 11, 2019

The Construction Industry is Undergoing a Digital Transformation and Mobile Technologies are Leading the Movement. Paper got the job done. So, why did the industry shift from paper to computerized technologies? The quick answer is efficiency. Sure, it was a difficult transition for some, but the outcome was momentous: integrated data, improved workflows and easy access to information that isn’t in a file cabinet.

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The Constructor

APRIL 11, 2019

Modulus of elasticity of concrete (Ec) is defined as the ratio of the applied stress to the corresponding strain. Not only does it demonstrate the.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 11, 2019

The Construction Industry is Undergoing a Digital Transformation and Mobile Technologies are Leading the Movement.

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The Constructor

APRIL 11, 2019

Modulus of elasticity of concrete is the ratio of normal stress to the corresponding strain for tensile or compressive stresses below proportional.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 11, 2019

LEAN Construction Achieve agreed outcomes on the basis of mutual trust and respect, sharing risk and rewards, financial transparency, and long term mutually beneficial relationships. Substantial cost and quality benefits without the adversarial relationships common in traditional construction contracts. Optimized Schedule & Cost Clear Expectations and Objectives Commercial & Technical Innovation Proactive Risk Mitigation Full Regulatory Compliance Financial Transparency – Locally r

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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 11, 2019

In this article, I will explore some of the trends impacting the smart HVAC and plumbing space as well as provide details on why and how to enter this exciting market.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 11, 2019

The joint venture will reportedly work with designer AECOM and engineer Woolpert on the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport facility.

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Business Facilities

APRIL 11, 2019

The Canadian company will invest $7.7 million and create 48 new jobs in Lebanon, VA. - Read: Polycap Establishing First U.S. Manufacturing Facility In Virginia at BusinessFacilities.com.

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BD+C

APRIL 11, 2019

Fifteen skyscraper projects were honored this week with design and innovation awards from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) at the group's 2019 Tall + Urban Innovation Conference in Shenzhen, China. This is the 17th year CTBUH has formally recognized the world's top new tall buildings. . The 1,070-foot Salesforce Tower in San Francisco beat out dozens of projects from across the globe to take the top honor: Best Tall Building Worldwide for 2019. .

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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

APRIL 11, 2019

A coping stone was reportedly either disturbed by or moved for the installation of scaffolding and hit the 51-year-old as he did rehab on the building's facade.

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BD+C

APRIL 11, 2019

The 8-trillion dollar construction industry has a major problem. Simply put, we do not have enough people to meet construction demands worldwide.

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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 11, 2019

Software designed to streamline the use of Manual J calculations, a cloud-based collaborative inventory management solution, service management software for contractors with residential and commercial clients and more.

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BD+C

APRIL 11, 2019

A new 13-story building, commissioned by The Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York and designed by Magnusson Architecture + Planning, will provide 112 units of affordable housing for low-income families in the Bronx.

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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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Construction Equipment

APRIL 11, 2019

New York City’s John F. Kennedy airport will close one of its four runways, runway 13L-31R, for reconstruction until mid-November. The runway will be widened by 33 percent. According to Travel Pulse, workers will also install new lights, signs, cables, navigational aids.

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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 11, 2019

SMACNA Greater Chicago members learn the importance of construction data from industry tech expert.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 11, 2019

OSHA inspections exceeded 32,000 in fiscal year (FY) 2017 and 2018, Secretary of Labor R. Alexander Acosta told a congressional appropriations hearing on April 3. This surpassed the 31,948 total in FY 2016, he said.

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PC Construction

APRIL 11, 2019

Last night PC Construction was honored to accept a Build Maine Award from the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Maine for the major renovation and expansion project at three school buildings within Regional School Unit.

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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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Business Facilities

APRIL 11, 2019

The automotive supplier will invest more than $50 million to build a new manufacturing facility in the Breeding North Industrial Park in Athens, AL. . - Read: Toyota Boshoku America Creating 400 Jobs In Alabama at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 11, 2019

Maker of fresh-water supply and sewage and wastewater disposal pumps and pump systems now operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of parent company SFA Group.

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Construction Cost Estimating

APRIL 11, 2019

Shear Reinforcement means reinforcement that is designed to withstand shear or diagonal tension stresses. Shear reinforcement is generally arranged in the form of stirrups to retain the longitudinal reinforcement as well as capture the shear to which the structure is exposed to. TYPES OF SHEAR REINFORCEMENT - Described below, common types of shear reinforcement: 1.

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BD+C

APRIL 11, 2019

Professional services firms are no strangers to the M&A landscape. If your firm hasn’t been part of a merger or acquisition, some of your competition certainly has. Global M&A activity broke all-time records during the first half of 2018 — reaching over $2.5 trillion in value, with US-based firms leading the charge. Healthcare, technology and media-related brands have experienced the most consolidation, but increasingly complex and global projects have also driven the demand for similarl

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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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ENR Construction

APRIL 11, 2019

Contour Crafting plans to build six structures out of 3D-printed concrete using its proprietary gantry system in the coming months.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 11, 2019

President Trump has signed two new executive orders, making it easier for the oil and gas industry to obtain permits for pipeline construction, among other infrastructure needs.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 11, 2019

Trenchless tunneling system for power cables boasts drive distances over one kilometer.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 11, 2019

Key appropriators slam proposed $2-billion, or 31%, reduction in civil-works program.

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Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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ENR Construction

APRIL 11, 2019

Key appropriators slam proposed $2-billion, or 31%, reduction in civil-works program.

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