Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 9, 2018

A Viewpoint on Construction, Modern Takes on a Transforming Industry. Episode 2: Should You Join a Construction Trade Association? In this episode of A Viewpoint on Construction, the importance of trade associations to the strength of the construction industry and the success of member contractors is examined. Michael D. Bellaman, president and CEO of Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) shares his insights about the positive impacts trade associations can have, from legislative bargaining

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FDR Safety

JULY 9, 2018

Worksites are a melting pot of tradesmen who bring a range of skills and experience of how to do the job “the right way”. While logistics and coordination are critical to the success of a project, the most important piece could be the relationship between workers. It is human nature to lack trust in someone with whom you are unfamiliar. Naturally this can cause problems on job sites especially in relationships between temporary safety managers and full time workers.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 9, 2018

Turn your JOC Program and JOC estimating into a truly efficient construction procurement and construction management asset.Turn your JOC Program and JOC estimating into a truly efficient construction procurement and construction management asset. Generic “national construction cost databases” and “localization factors” just don’t cut it.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 9, 2018

A Viewpoint on Construction, Modern Takes on a Transforming Industry.

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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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BD+C

JULY 9, 2018

“Hospitals of the future” has been the hot topic of conversation around the proverbial office watercooler. My two cent contribution to these conversations usually comes in the form of my assertion that the pragmatics of healthcare architecture can sometimes hold us back from truly imaging what the future of healthcare architecture could be.

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BD+C

JULY 9, 2018

It doesn’t look like much from the outside. But as they say, you can’t always judge a book by its cover. . And more interesting design flashes take over inside The Summit, A Dolce Hotel, featuring a 5,743-sf art gallery and an 11,600-sf rooftop terrace and garden space, which leads into a 4,750-sf ballroom that’s one of 19 meeting and banquet areas. .

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Construction Dive

JULY 9, 2018

Last year's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will bring both potential benefits and drawbacks for contractors this year.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 9, 2018

The New York Times reports that the EPA will not hold glider kit manufacturers to the previously passed restriction of building only 300 kits per year. According to the EPA, about 10,000 glider kits are sold in the U.S. each year.

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Green Industry Professionals

JULY 9, 2018

The GreenPal app allows landscapers to bid on jobs after homeowners list properties with service dates and lawn care needs.

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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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BD+C

JULY 9, 2018

Hammell, Green and Abrahamson (HGA), the national design firm that celebrates its 65 th anniversary this year, has moved forward on its strategy to elevate its sustainable design and energy planning proficiencies by acquiring Sustainable Engineering Group (SEG), an engineering firm based in Madison, Wis., effective July 1.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 9, 2018

. . Although she wasn't part of the planning process, project manager Danielle Alvarez , who has been with Iowa's Department of Transportation for nine years, now finds herself in the position of building the new $1.2 billion I-74 bridge connecting Bettendorf and Davenport, Iowa and Moline, Illinois. After the previous project manager, Doug Rick, retired, Alvarez took over, saying it was basically have someone say, 'Here are all the plans, now build it.

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Construction Dive

JULY 9, 2018

The architecture firm's design-build service is tailored to meet the relatively short off-season in which venue owners can make changes.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 9, 2018

Although she wasn't part of the planning process, project manager Danielle Alvarez, who has been with Iowa's Department of Transportation for nine years, now finds herself in the position of building the new $1.2 billion I-74 bridge connecting Iowa and Illinois. After the previous project manager, Doug Rick, retired, Alvarez took over, saying it was like, "Here are all the plans, now build it.

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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 Dive

JULY 9, 2018

According to the news agency, what the president has termed "wall construction" actually has been the replacement of existing fence.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 9, 2018

Caterpillar Inc. has announced its board of directors has appointed Ogi Redzic as a vice president of the company. Redzic will lead Caterpillar's Digital Enabled Solutions Division (DESD), effective July 30, 2018, and report to Group President of Customer & Dealer Support Bob De Lange.

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Green Industry Professionals

JULY 9, 2018

Native plants that landscapers could use instead include the oak leaf hydrangea, red chokeberry or winterberry.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 9, 2018

The New York Times reports the EPA will not hold glider kit manufacturers to the previously passed restriction of building only 300 kits per year. According to the EPA, about 10,000 glider kits are sold in the U.S. each year.

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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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Construction Marketing Ideas

JULY 9, 2018

I can reasonably assume certain aspects of your construction marketing decision-making process.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 9, 2018

Caterpillar appointed Ogi Redzic to lead its Digital Enabled Solutions Division (DESD). He will report to Bob De Lange, Group President of Customer & Dealer Support. DESD is comprised of the company's data analytics group, the enterprise data hub, equipment management tools, Cat Connect technologies, and customer experience portals. Caterpillar Vice President Julie Lagacy has led DESD on an interim basis; she will continue in her role as vice president of Global Information Services.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 9, 2018

To check the quality and strength of in-situ concrete in structural members, ultrasonic pulse velocity test is most recommended. It is applied for the following purposes :- The uniformity of a material The existence of voids, cracks or other inner flaws or defects. Changes in the concrete in due course because of the cement hydration, damage from fire, frost or chemical attach.

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Green Industry Professionals

JULY 9, 2018

Throughout the country, communities are banning or restricting the use of leaf blowers, or considering it.

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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

JULY 9, 2018

The final results are not yet in, but here are the firms—listed alphabetically—that have already taken the time to provide the details on their work.

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ENR Construction

JULY 9, 2018

Late 19th Century railroad viaduct for the Klondike Gold Rush.

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