Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
A Case for Bringing Private Bidding Processes to Public Projects. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 09:25. Looking to enter the public sector in the near future? The answer to establishing your firm as a competitive bidder on infrastructure and other public projects may be tech. Here's why.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
The 4940 m long Bogibeel bridge is currently the longest rail-road bridge in India. It is built on the mighty Brahmaputra river in Assam, 17 km away.
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Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
How to Adjust Subcontractor & Site Visitor Policies in COVID-19. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 14:53. One of the best ways to control the spread of COVID-19 on your construction project jobsites is by knowing exactly who is on-site and why. Here's a few tips to control the risk and keep your employees safe.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Roofing contractor made the decision to move to the cloud to better manage its growing business operations.
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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 Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
A Case for Bringing Private Bidding Processes to Public Projects. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 09:25. Looking to enter the public sector in the near future? The answer to establishing your firm as a competitive bidder on infrastructure and other public projects may be tech. Here's why.
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Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Mississippi remains at the forefront of the nation’s aerospace industry as leading, innovative companies continue to grow in the state, creating the high-tech, in-demand jobs of the future. - Read: Aerospace Industry Innovators Propelled To New Heights In Mississippi at BusinessFacilities.com.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Next year, Restaurant Brands International (RBI) will begin to roll out new designs for its Burger King chain that are only two fifths the physical footprint of its traditional fast-food restaurant ( which range from 3,000 to 4,000 sf on one-half to 1.5 acres) , and are meant to provide customers with different ways food can be ordered and delivered.
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Redfin August Report: No Slowdown for the Housing Market. cbroderick. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 09:46. For the four week period ending August 30, the housing industry saw more record breaking median home price increases and home inventory shortages. Active listings dropped by 28% from last year, a new all-time low, says Redfin. In addition, median home sale prices jumped 12% compared to last year, making it the highest increase on record.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Let me begin by saying, on behalf of all of us at Multifamily Design+Construction and our parent company, SGC Horizon, that I wish you and your family, friends, and coworkers well amid the turmoil of this terrible pandemic.
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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
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Pink Belts Construction, an all-female crew, has gone from Alberta, Canada, to Southwest Louisiana to help with disaster cleanup and rebuild following Hurricane Laura. Robyn Garton, President of Pink Belts Construction, says her crew specializes in roofing.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
This week on The Weekly, BD+C editors spoke with leaders from Fentress Architects, Interface Studio, Ninigret Partners, and Rockford Construction on three timely topics: . • The state of airport terminal design amid COVID-19. • How P3s are keeping university projects alive. • Retail planning after the pandemic. . WATCH THE SEGMENTS ON DEMAND BELOW . .
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Komatsu Mining Corp. officially broke ground on its new headquarters and manufacturing campus in Milwaukee's Harbor District. The company recently finalized the acquisition of two parcels of land totaling nearly 57 acres for the project.
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Could Offsite Construction Help the Industry's Labor Issue? cbroderick. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 09:39. Construction labor shortages are only one of the issues the industry faces today and one of the most important. Could offsite construction be the key to solving this problem? Home Innovation conducted a survey of more than 450 home builders this April to see what they thought.
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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?
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Equipment managers indicated a drop in desire to rent in August, according to the Rental Trends dataset within the Equipment Manager Confidence Index. The Confidence Index, free to contractors and other users of construction equipment, was 108 on September 1.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
The United States Golf Association (USGA) will invest up to $36 million to create a multi-building research and testing campus in the Village of Pinehurst, NC. - Read: United States Golf Association To Establish Operations In North Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
On tunneling projects there are two critical pieces of equipment: One is the tunnel boring machine, the other is the crane. If either of them goes down, the job effectively comes to a standstill.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Des Moines University has broken ground on its new campus on 88 acres in West Des Moines at 8025 Grand Avenue. The campus will include flexible environments that allow for didactic, active-learning and small group work. Learning studios and laboratories will be technology-rich while simulated health care environments will reflect those of modern care facilities, providing learners with a safe environment in which to practice patient care. . .
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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.
CivilJungle
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
What Is Cantilever? • A Cantilever is basically a structural element that extends horizontally and has supported at only one end. The cantilever is the structures that are fixed at one end and free at another end. • Cantilever structures are widely used in the construction of cantilever bridges , cantilever slab , and balconies. • The best example of the cantilever is chajja in our home.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
With green lending programs that spur energy efficient construction in the multifamily sector, Fannie Mae has been supporting environmentally friendly projects for several years.
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
More Homeowners Want Home Improvements, But Done Themselves. cbroderick. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 09:50. Analysts believe home improvement and DIY trends will become a mainstay as more Americans move to lower density areas. This means more green for retailers like Home Depot and Lowe’s, which have been faring well during the pandemic already, according to CNBC.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Dothan, Alabama, also known as the “Peanut Capital of the World,” is famous for its unique attractions such as outdoor hunting and fishing, restaurants, golfing, and peanut festivals, all of which bring in visitors from all around. And until December of 2019, it felt like there was something missing: a good, old-fashioned catfish house.
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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!
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Construction Job Openings Grow, Layoff Rates Drop. cbroderick. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 09:56. Layoffs for construction jobs were most intense at the beginning of the pandemic, but as the industry continues to recover, job openings are coming back. In April, the layoff rate hit 10.8%, according to NAHB. March’s layoff rate hit 7.9%, but this number has only shrunk since.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
1. Performance Hall at the Taipei Music Center opens in the Nangang District (BD+C) . "The structure is designed for both indoor and outdoor performances by seating 6,000 people inside while also accommodating several hundred people outside in the public plaza. The building’s expansive geometric volumes are meant to mirror the terrain of the nearby mountains, tying the building to its environment.".
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Household Energy Usage Increases Due to Pandemic, Energy Mortgages May Help. cbroderick. Thu, 09/10/2020 - 10:00. As Americans have stayed mostly indoors, their energy usage skyrocketed. According to a Freddie Mac report, household electrical usage in late March was 22% higher than the same time last year. Midday consumption rose by 35%, mainly due to telecommuting, the desire for more rooms to supplement business closures, such as exercise rooms.
Constructlaw
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
When is it going to return to “normal”? We all have been asking that question. Well, for the construction industry, it may never return to “normal.” COVID-19 may have permanently changed the landscape of the construction industry in many ways. Depending on your perspective, many changes could be for the better. We may have to alter how we do business to address some new issues and business concerns.
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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!
CivilJungle
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
What Is Softening Point? The resins are noncrystalline amorphous materials that soften gradually over a range of temperatures. Therefore, the softening point is controlled by the average molecular weight of the resin. The softening point is also related to the intrinsic viscosity, hardness, and brittleness of resins. The softening point is defined as the temperature at which the resin flows under a given load on heating.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Canal operating agency issued RFQ for global bids for projects to meet needs of canal and Panama population for 50 years.
Work Gearz
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Have you ever walked into a shoe store and got confused about the size which will fit you best? Well, you aren’t the only one facing this problem while buying boots. Sometimes, the boot feels too tight and the other times, too loose. So, how exactly should a boot fit? In order to buy the right size, it is essential to know how much toe room you should have in your boot.
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