Construction Business Owner
MAY 3, 2017
The latest installment of CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE took place in Las Vegas, Nevada, March 7-11. The trade show, which showcases the latest innovations in construction equipment and technology solutions, hosted nearly 128,000 attendees, with 26,000 international attendees from 150 countries.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 3, 2017
ProContractor Estimating is integrated takeoff and estimating software.
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Construction Business Owner
MAY 3, 2017
The latest installment of CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE took place in Las Vegas, Nevada, March 7-11. The trade show, which showcases the latest innovations in construction equipment and technology solutions, hosted nearly 128,000 attendees, with 26,000 international attendees from 150 countries.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 3, 2017
ProContractor Accounting is an integrated accounting solution.
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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.
Construction Equipment
MAY 3, 2017
The Home Builder’s Association of Illinois (HBAI) held a press conference Tuesday regarding a new tax proposal being discussed as a way to dig Illinois out of its self-dug budget hole. The proposed 6.25 percent tax on home repair services (but not materials) would "slow down homeowners' spending on repairing their homes," said Bill Ward, executive vice president and director of governmental affairs at the Home Builders Association of Illinois.
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ENR Construction
MAY 3, 2017
The Tennessee Valley Authority is working to determine what caused the structural supports of a refurbished condenser to fail and how best to repair the damage at the newly commissioned Watts Bar 2 nuclear unit on the Tennessee River.
BD+C
MAY 3, 2017
The Caribbean’s idyllic beaches and balmy sea breezes are a magnet for visitors from around the world; many ultimately put down roots in the community, living and working there on a permanent or extended basis. This creates a potentially lucrative market for housing and recreational development. However, in true rose-colored-glasses tradition, individual clients and even seasoned AEC professionals can be in for an unhappy surprise when undertaking a construction project in the islands.
The Korte Company
MAY 3, 2017
We treat every job like it’s our most important, but something extra comes out on school construction projects. Something about working on educational institutions as small as preschools or as large as military academies makes us reflect on why doing our best work matters.
BD+C
MAY 3, 2017
Metal panels provide a strong, multifunctional skin for buildings: they shield the interior against the elements, support wind and snow loads, and in many cases provide thermal control and noise insulation. However, every material has its limitations, and steel is vulnerable to corrosion. Fortunately, there are robust, well-proven ways to protect steel so it can perform up to its potential virtually indefinitely.
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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.
Construction Equipment
MAY 3, 2017
Raising the Roof at Milwaukee's New Bucks Arena. Workers from Merrill Iron & Steel, JP Cullen, and Mortenson Construction have started to install the 23-ton, 100-foot long and 35-foot tall roof trusses on the new stadium near Milwaukee's Bradley Center. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has posted a gallery of 19 close-up photos showing the intricacy involved with lifting the massive trusses into place.
Best Practices Construction Law
MAY 3, 2017
As a father of seven children, I am always being asked to determine the “responsible party” when something breaks, gets lost, or is simply missing. In parenting, there is no written contract between the adult and to child to transfer the responsibility for the loss or damage. In construction, there should be a written contract to transfer the risk when you are stuck between a rock and a hard place.
Construction Equipment
MAY 3, 2017
Wacker Neuson has accepted the resignation of CEO Cem Peksaglam effective this August. Peksaglam informed the supervisory board that he does not intend to renew his contract and intends to leave the company to pursue new endeavors.
Digger Blog
MAY 3, 2017
Latest new model in Case Construction Equipment’s D Series line up is the CX245D SR minimum-swing radius excavator. Latest new model in Case Construction Equipment’s D Series line up is the CX245D SR minimum-swing radius excavator.
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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?
ENR Construction
MAY 3, 2017
Of all the ideas that have been suggested for the border wall, there is one that may help to bring together Mexico and the U.S., instead of pitting the countries against each another over illegal immigration.
BD+C
MAY 3, 2017
The recently completed Apple store located in the Dubai Mall is about more than just showcasing Apple’s products. Foster + Partners wanted to reinvent the traditional introverted idea of mall-based retail and replace it with one that’s more focused on looking outward at the surrounding urban landscape.
ENR Construction
MAY 3, 2017
An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) equipped with light detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology is being tested to document cut-and-fill work on a $74-million interchange in Contra Costa County, Calif.
Business Facilities
MAY 3, 2017
The company will invest more than $5.2 million in Fort Worth, TX to expand its supply management, logistics, and transportation management operations. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions - The Source For Corporate Site Selectors.
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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.
ENR Construction
MAY 3, 2017
Many of us have experienced that proverbial “lightbulb moment,” a flash of insight when the complexities of a new or challenging concept finally make sense.
Business Facilities
MAY 3, 2017
The managed IT service provider will invest $3.75M at the Bay Vista Office Park in the City of Largo. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions - The Source For Corporate Site Selectors. Vology Expansion Creating 200 Tech Jobs In Florida.
ENR Construction
MAY 3, 2017
Biometric technology measures genetic characteristics, such as fingerprints, iris or retina patterns, facial characteristics and hand geometry and can provide companies with a new way to ensure that individuals are who they say they are.
Business Facilities
MAY 3, 2017
Learn about the benefits, costs and risks of facility consolidation, particularly personnel loss and related business disruption, and including addressing tricky political issues. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions - The Source For Corporate Site Selectors.
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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!
BD+C
MAY 3, 2017
New York State legislators recently passed a budget that includes a provision to allow state agencies to continue to use design-build on projects. The legislation expands the use of design-build for four years in existing agencies and authorizes eight new projects at four more agencies.
ENR Construction
MAY 3, 2017
Sfl+A Architects firm is leading a design and construction team currently building five energy-positive schools in Horry County, S.C.
Contractor Magazine
MAY 3, 2017
Cinnamo comes to the foundation with more than a decade of experience in nonprofit fundraising and development. read more.
ENR Construction
MAY 3, 2017
Swaminathan “Vasan” Srinivasan has been elevated to president of Terracon Consultants Inc. from chief operating officer.
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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!
Lets Build
MAY 3, 2017
The construction industry has a tendency of having bad looking websites, which is not a good thing because it has an impact on the brand experience. So it makes sense to have a good looking website. Let me tell you why. A good brand experience is important in order to make sales. And part of creating a good brand experience is having a good website.
ENR Construction
MAY 3, 2017
AECOM is teaming up with Canadian start-up Hydrostor to get a foothold in the booming energy storage market.
BD+C
MAY 3, 2017
The enthusiasm that surged through the U.S. engineering industry following the election of Donald Trump has moderated, according the latest survey of engineering firm leaders by the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC).
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