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Understanding the lines Used in Architectural Drawings

The Constructor

The structure that is planned to be built is described by using lines, symbols and notes in architectural drawings. Read More at Understanding the.

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L.A.’s John Anson Ford Amphitheater might finally be ready for its close-up

BD+C

On July 14, Los Angeles County will conduct a dedication and open house for its 1,200-seat John Anson Ford Theater, the 97-year-old outdoor performance center nestled in the Hollywood Hills that has received a $72.2 million facelift, which took more than four years to complete.

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Health Issues with Building Materials During and After Construction

The Constructor

Building materials used in construction of building structures can welcome health issues subsequently for occupants or to workmen involved in.

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Designing for academics and student life in the middle of a city

BD+C

North Park University is in the midst of dramatic transformation. Founded in 1891 by the Evangelical Covenant Church, the Chicago area liberal arts school has gradually instituted major changes in its master plan. When the Johnson Center for Science and Community Life opened in September 2014, it was the latest in a series of landscape and campus design initiatives started in 1999, many completed in 2005, transforming North Park from a loose grouping of buildings on a city grid into a classic, u

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

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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Fire and Safety Features of High-Rise Buildings and Structures

The Constructor

Fire and other safety features of high rise buildings and structures is essential. Types and concerns related to these features is discussed. Read.

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Contractors Are In The Business Of Being In Business

Contractor Bookkeeping

As A Contractor You Are Either Getting Paid, Paying Someone Or Both. Contracting Is All About The Money And Taxes. Which is better for you, Employees or 1099 Contractors? In the world of the State and Federal Agencies. Someone who works for you is either an Employee (on W-2) or a Subcontractor. You need to be issued 1099 at the end of the year, and you need be able to prove they are legitimate Subcontractors!

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Envy, anger and marketing: Can we really drain the swamp?

Construction Marketing Ideas

This blog will step into sensitive political territory. The motivation for writing it is influenced in part by the politics of the wonderful nation just a 45 minute drive from my home, but caused primarily by some internal business communications by one of our company’s employees late last night. In his email which he sent […].

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Weekly Product Gallery: Pumps

Contractor Magazine

This weeks gallery includes a new line of condensate booster pumps, a line of cast iron pumps, a parallel pump offered in a range of sizes, a self-sensing pump, a pump designed exclusively for mini-splits and more.

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Geiger Counting

Construction Equipment

Off-line. Exelon, owner of the nuclear plant at Three Mile Island in Pennsylvania, has advised the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission it intends to retire the plant on or about Sept. 30, 2019, due to severe economic challenges. Earlier this month, Exelon sent a deactivation notice to PJM Interconnection, the overseer of the largest electric grid in North America.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

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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Water Gardeners Beware: Keep Nature and Your Landscape Separate

Green Industry Professionals

Water gardens can be the focus of a landscape, but without caution, they can breed aquatic invasive species.

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Georgia-Pacific Investing $400M In Florida Mill

Business Facilities

The investment supports continued growth for the company's premium private label towel products, and will create 80 new jobs in Palatka, FL. . - Read: Georgia-Pacific Investing $400M In Florida Mill.

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All about that Irrigation and Sprinkler System

Green Industry Professionals

A professionally installed home sprinkler and irrigation system can make up for bad weather regarding lawn care.

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VCMX-20 SERIES OF CONDENSATE PUMPS

Contractor Magazine

THE VCMX-20 SERIES OF CONDENSATE PUMPS are for the automatic collection and removal of condensate from air conditioning, refrigeration, and dehumidification equipment when gravity drainage is not possible or practical. Its slim 4.8" by 10.2" by 6.5" footprint allows for installation flexibility in tight areas, while a unique mounting bracket slips onto the pump for easy mounting and removal.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

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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Variations among Warren Truss, Howe Truss and Pratt Truss

Construction Cost Estimating

In engineering, a truss belongs to a structure that contains two-force members only. The members are arranged in order that the truss can act like a single object. The truss facilitates the structures to transmit weight to its foundations and anchors securely. The members of truss are only dependent on axial compression and tension and not on bending moment.