Economical Design of Reinforced Concrete Columns to Reduce Cost
The Constructor
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Economical design of reinforced concrete columns and its construction practices and recommendations to reduce its cost of construction is.
The Constructor
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Economical design of reinforced concrete columns and its construction practices and recommendations to reduce its cost of construction is.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 4, 2017
We work in the industry so it’s no surprise to us that construction has been referenced in music for decades. From kid songs like “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad” all the way to anthems like “We Built This City,” construction-themed songs have made their way into our lives. From bluegrass groups to jam bands, country to alternative rock, we’ve got you covered.
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The Constructor
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Architects in construction plays an important role and they are responsible for visual appearance of the buildings and structures before final.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Vactor Manufacturing, manufacturer of vacuum excavators and sewer and catch basin cleaners, unveiled its new concept vacuum excavator vehicle this week during the 2017 International Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition (ICUEE) Show in Louisville, Ky.
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As a specialty contractor, your success hinges on your ability to manage complex workflows, maintain cost control, and deliver projects on time. But are you still relying on outdated systems or multiple software packages that create data silos and inefficiencies? This comprehensive eBook reveals the 12 key reasons why investing in a construction-specific software platform is the game-changer your business needs.
BD+C
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Denver’s skyline may be about to undergo its biggest addition ever if the City approves a proposed $400 million project that would become the Mile High City’s first supertall skyscraper. Six Fifty 17, designed by Carlos Ott, Crown Architecture, and Davis Partnership Architects, will provide over 1 million sf of space. The mixed-use building will include 248 luxury condominiums, a boutique hotel, 22,000 sf of retail space, and over 500 parking spaces.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Climate change is the environmental challenge of our time, and one of the most pressing issues facing our cities and communities today. Because every project we work on is either part of the problem or part of the solution, we have made a commitment to measure the environmental impact of our work, and publish the results annually to drive discussions with peers and partners, clients, and communities about the best ways to make progress in the future.
Construction Marketing Ideas
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Headlines have relevance when they relate directly to your life. “How to get ready for your next big speech” by Greg Wells in the Globe and Mail certainly caught my eye as I started thinking about how I would deliver an effective presentation at the Buildings Show on Nov. 29. Earlier this week, I reported […].
BD+C
OCTOBER 4, 2017
A light touch, in the form of a mason hammer, played a key role in the $2.5 million exterior restoration of the 107-year-old 36 Gramercy Park East residential tower in New York City, for which the final punch list was completed earlier this year.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Vactor Manufacturing unveiled a concept vacuum excavator during the 2017 International Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition (ICUEE) in Louisville, Ky. . The HXX concept features an improved weight distribution design to maximize legal payloads for customers and improves operational efficiency. “Maximizing productivity while adhering to strict weight regulations is a constant challenge for vacuum excavation users,” said Ben Schmitt, product manager.
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ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2017
On Sept. 26 in New York City, the Boston-based construction company Suffolk opened the first of six Smart Labs that it is building in the heart of its key offices in the U.S.
Green Industry Professionals
OCTOBER 4, 2017
The early-season storm departed with quiet weather in store for snow removal operations through the end of the week.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Major League Soccer has expansion plans for two new clubs in 2020, and Nashville is vying for a team to call its own with the unveiling of a private-public funding plan for a new professional stadium to be built on the city's fairgrounds site. Nashville Mayor Megan Barry presented her administration's proposal to fund a new 27,500 seat soccer stadium that is estimated to cost $250 million.
Safety Services Company
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Federal Labor Law Breaks. In April, we ran an article about asphalt safety , giving some tips on how to stay safe while hazards like hot asphalt, vehicular traffic, complex machinery and heavy equipment are present. We received a comment, about federal labor law breaks, that raises issues not just on the risks of this job, but also on the complicated subject of employee breaks.
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Construction companies face daily challenges, from project delays to cost overruns. But with the right ERP software, these hurdles become opportunities for growth. This in-depth study covers how companies like Bartlett-Cocke General Contractors saw an 83% reduction in cost analysis time and a 62% decrease in vendor payment processing time by adopting a Construction ERP system.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Major League Soccer has expansion plans for two new clubs in 2020 and Nashville is vying for a team to call its own with the unveiling of a private-public funding plan for a new professional stadium to be built on the city's fairgrounds site. Nashville Mayor Megan Barry presented her administration's proposal to fund a new 27,500 seat soccer stadium that is estimated to cost $250 million.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Despite extreme weather conditions, 18,000-lb payloads that could be delivered only by helicopter crane and a year-long materials supply chain, an Anchorage-based contractor is completing a five-year effort to bring broadband to remote villages.
BD+C
OCTOBER 4, 2017
The U.S. can cut its greenhouse gas emissions by at least 80% percent by 2050 with an “ambitious, but realistic, increase in clean energy,” according to a National Resources Defense Council report. America’s Clean Energy Frontier: The Pathway to a Safer Climate Future says that such a reduction could be achieved almost entirely with tools available today.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Power has been restored to about 5% of customers in Puerto Rico after nearly all of the island’s 1.57 million customers were left in the dark on Sept. 20, when Hurricane Maria left the power grid in shambles.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Duro-Last® is a leader in vertical integration. Since the beginning, our founder, John R. Burt, strived to produce as many parts of a Duro-Last assembly in-house while also embracing the Edge-to-Edge & Deck-to-Sky™ approach. All of this allows Duro-Last to control quality from top to bottom.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2017
An initial reconnaissance of the damage from the Sept. 26 Riboso earthquake that killed over 300 people and toppled over 40 buildings in Mexico City found that new seismic building codes—put in place after 1985, after an earlier deadly quake—were effective, according to a Stanford University professor.
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 4, 2017
PowerSchool, a leading education technology platform for K-12, will invest $1.8 million to expand its operations in the City of Roanoke, VA. The company also considered California, Pennsylvania, and Texas for the project, which will retain 85 existing jobs and create 96 new jobs. (Photo: PowerSchool). “Today we are fulfilling our commitment to stay in Roanoke, Virginia, create more opportunities, and support the community,” said PowerSchool Chief Executive Officer Hardeep Gulati.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2017
The Legacy Awards are given annually by the ENR regional editors to individuals who have achieved a lifetime legacy of service in design and construction.
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Choosing the right ERP system is a pivotal decision for any construction company. Our buyer’s guide is crafted to provide leaders with the essential knowledge needed to make informed choices. This guide delves into the critical aspects of selecting a construction ERP, including making the right decision, building internal support, and identifying the best software for your organization.
BIM & Beam
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Understanding what has changed between two versions of a design is a challenge for structural engineers. BIM 360 Team provides a tool which helps project managers, designers, and engineers better understand design changes across the different versions of a 3D model. Using this tool, users can compare two versions of a Revit file and get the differences being highlighted with color-coding.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2017
This year marks the eighth year of a recovery from the deep industry recession that was sparked by the financial collapse of September 2008, the third-longest industry recovery on record.
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Ferguson’s parent company, Ferguson plc, the world's largest specialist trade distributor of plumbing and heating products, announced its financial results for the 2017 fiscal year.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2017
The third quarter brought a flurry of natural disasters, including category 4 and 5 hurricanes whose economic impacts will take years to unfold, with Harvey primarily in Texas, Irma in Florida, and Maria in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
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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.
BD+C
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Sustainability has been a part of the Duro-Last® culture for more than 20 years, and we have the products to back it up. Duro-Last’s flagship membrane achieved NSF/ANSI 347 Platinum Certification – the highest certification available – and the Duro-Tuff®, Duro-Fleece®, and Duro-Last EV membranes each earned Gold Certification.
Construction Cost Estimating
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Dr. K. R. Arora, having 25 years of teaching experience, has written an exclusive book alias soil mechanics and foundation engineering. The book is available in PDF version. The book is specifically designed for the undergraduate students as well as the students appearing for different competitive examinations and AMIE. A huge numbers of charts and tables are provided to make the text informative for practicing engineers.
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 4, 2017
The iM-100 manual total station has a measurement accuracy of up to 5,000 meters when using a prism and up to 800 meters in reflectorless mode.
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