Tue.Oct 29, 2019

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9 Ways Technology Is Lowering Risk on the Jobsite

Construction Business Owner

As projects become even more manifold, the number of workers, equipment and materials that need to be tracked and managed increases. Under pressure to deliver work on time and within budget, safety can often become compromised. At the same time, the global worker shortage has made it difficult to adequately staff jobsites. This nine technologies can lower safety risks on-site. . .

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What Does It Take to Practice LEAN Facilities Management

Job Order Contracting

LEAN Facilities management is a process that optimizes physical asset life-cycle reinvestment by focusing upon best value outcomes among all participants and stakeholders. The consistent delivery of prioritized quality repair, renovation, sustainability, maintenance and new construction projects on-time and on-budget is possible for any real property owner with sufficient leadership and domain-specific competency.

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NYC construction spending to hit $190B by 2022

Construction Dive

In 2019, spending is expected to reach $61.5 billion, a 10% increase from 2018's $56 billion, and will continue growing through 2021, according to the New York Building Congress' latest outlook report.

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Top takeaways from the Lean Construction Institute Congress 2019

BD+C

The building design and construction industry must embrace change now. Stresses with finding talent, budgets, schedules, and the needs of clients call for change in approach. Companies are looking not only at how we work, but how we work with others. .

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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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The Dotted Line: The growing perils of using undocumented workers

Construction Dive

Contractors risk heavy financial penalties, legal fees, a bad reputation and even jail if they hire laborers who aren't cleared to work in the U.S.

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Victims of the Hard Rock Hotel New Orleans collapse file lawsuits alleging negligent construction practices

Construction Dive

Those injured in the fatal Oct. 12 incident are claiming that, among labor-related and other shortcuts, flawed engineering processes are to blame.

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Virginia is home to Bjarke Ingels’ first U.S. public school

BD+C

The Heights, Bjarke Ingels Group’s first U.S. public school, merges two existing secondary schools (H-B Woodlawn and Eunice Kennedy Shriver) into one 180,000-sf building with space for up to 775 students.

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How to get paid: 4 cash flow solutions for construction companies

Lets Build

Have you ever dipped into your own savings or passed up paying yourself to cover payroll? If you answered yes, you’re certainly not alone. Unfortunately, in the construction industry, cash flow is a common pain point. One in 5 construction companies notes that cash flow problems are a frequent issue, according to a 2019 survey.

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A watchtower in Harlem, once a firefighter’s lookout, is restored as a landmark

BD+C

In the 1800s, firefighters in New York City watched over their communities perched from cast-iron watchtowers that dotted the metro, and rang bells in those towers to alert nearby fire companies.

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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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Construction Employment Rises by 7K in September Amidst Tight Labor Market

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction employment increased by 7,000 jobs in September and by 156,000, or 2.1%, over the past 12 months, while the number of unemployed jobseekers with construction experience reached a record low for September, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said the modest increase in employment likely reflects tight labor conditions and urged federal officials to increase funding for career and technical education a

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[VIDEO] Hyundai Anticipates Compact Excavator Market Will Continue to Grow

Green Industry Professionals

Hyundai Construction Equipment America expects emissions free (zero emissions), new features and benefits, and new applications will continue to push the growth and development of compact (mini) excavators

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Amazon’s Spheres blend extraordinary forms, conservatory function

BD+C

The crown jewel of Amazon’s $4 billion Seattle campus is an architectural marvel. Seven years in the making, The Spheres, a trio of conjoined glass domes complete with terraces, waterfall and river features, and a treehouse conference area have transformed the area.

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[VIDEO] How to Properly Store Your Powersports, Lawncare Equipment and Small Engines

Green Industry Professionals

Stabilizing your fuel, no matter what type of outdoor power equipment you operate, if it runs on gasoline will deliver protection against build-up during long periods of storage

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

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 Payment Issues Highlight Need for Accounting

Contractor Bookkeeping

Today's Guest Article Is From Jonny Finity. In the construction industry, cash is the lifeblood of every business — and accountants are the heartbeat. They keep cash flowing to the parts of a project or business that need it most. A new survey report released this week from Levelset and TSheets by Quickbooks shines a light on why accounting for a construction business is far more complicated than most other industries.

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2019 Hardscape North America Awards Recognize Outstanding Residential and Commercial Projects

Green Industry Professionals

HNA Awards honor top residential and commercial hardscaping designs for walkways, patios, pool decks, outdoor living kitchens and living spaces, and driveways as well as commercial plazas and streets

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Volvo Trucks Tops 200,000 Connected Trucks in N. America

Construction Equipment

Volvo Trucks says it now has more than 200,000 connected vehicles in North America, with more than 560,000 connected trucks globally. Including construction equipment, the company said there are 1 million connected vehicles within the Volvo Group.

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NYC construction spending to hit $190B through 2021

Construction Dive

In 2019, spending is expected to reach $61.5 billion, a 10% increase from 2018's $56 billion, according to the New York Building Congress' latest outlook report.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

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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Weekly Product Gallery: Salus, DeWalt, Alert Labs, Big Tex Trailers, Siemens, LeakSmart

Contractor Magazine

This week's gallery focuses on digital radiant floor heating controls; a tool accessory storage system; a water flow sensor requiring only cellular service; a truck ramp package to load large equipment; remote monitoring apps for process systems; and advanced water flow monitoring and analytics.

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Hino Updates Truck Names, Interiors, Cabs

Construction Equipment

Hino Trucks has updated its medium-duty models and renamed its entire vehicle lineup, the company announced during the North American Commercial Vehicle Show.

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John Deere Z955R ZTrak Zero-Turn Mower

Green Industry Professionals

John Deere’s Z955R ZTrak™ Zero-Turn Mower, provides landscape professionals with an EFI engine at a higher horsepower, increasing fuel efficiency and power in varied mowing conditions. Features include: 60-inch side discharge deck 29 hp.

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Autodesk Adds Civil 3D To Cloud Platform

ENR Construction

Development enhances collaboration between civil and vertical infrastructure.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

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!

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Greenworks 82TB16 and 82TB18 Brushless Bike Handle String Trimmer – Brush Cutter

Green Industry Professionals

Greenworks Commercial’s new bike handle string trimmer – brush cutters received the 2019 Pro Tool Innovation Award for battery-powered string trimmers

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Nations Set to Spend $840B by 2030 to Build Offshore Wind, Study Says

ENR Construction

Australia's Worley, formerly WorleyParsons, pushes into Euro markets with $38M buy of key UK-based sector engineer.

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Greenworks Commercial GS 82W1 Portable Capstan Winch

Green Industry Professionals

No rope length limit and easy carrying make the Greenworks Commercial 82W1 Portable Winch perfect for any job thrown its way

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Portland Transportation Investment Proposal Comes Into Focus

ENR Construction

The largest investment, $975 million, would go toward upgrading the Southwest Corridor parallel to I-5, and includes an 11-mile extension of the MAX light rail line.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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Greenworks Commercial GS RZ48R 48-inch Ride-On Mower

Green Industry Professionals

Greenworks GS RZ48R is ideal for powering through residential lawns with the precison of a zero-turn radius mower

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India Looks to Technology to Overcome Construction Difficulties

ENR Construction

While the conference was focused on innovation and tools, presenters also stressed the importance of basics.

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Greenworks 48TH12 48V 12” Brushless Top Handle Saw

Green Industry Professionals

Top handle saw from Greenworks Commercial offers more power and longer run-time with new lithium-ion technology