Mon.Oct 11, 2021

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Inside GVWR & GAWR Rules & Regulations

Construction Business Owner

Inside GVWR & GAWR Rules & Regulations. Alex Headley. Mon, 10/11/2021 - 07:35. Companies with vehicle certification responsibilities are familiar with chassis gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and gross axle weight rating (GAWR), and their importance in the labeling portion of the certification process.

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Common Piping Materials Used in Commercial Building Settings

The Constructor

A commercial building’s plumbing infrastructure is vital to its operations.

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Inside the Rules, Regulations & Recertification Requirements Regarding GVWR & GAWR

Construction Business Owner

Inside the Rules, Regulations & Recertification Requirements Regarding GVWR & GAWR. Alex Headley. Mon, 10/11/2021 - 07:35. Companies with vehicle certification responsibilities are familiar with chassis gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and gross axle weight rating (GAWR), and their importance in the labeling portion of the certification process.

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Strategic facilities portfolio management technology

Job Order Contracting

Strategic facilities portfolio management technology, when combined with enabling robust integrated LEAN planning, procurement, and project delivery processes, helps public sector leaders, facilities management and procurement professionals, and their design-builders to execute an efficient enterprise-wide strategy-to-execution alignment and adaptation.

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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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Appliance Delays Prompt Confusion and Aggravation

Pro Builder

Appliance Delays Prompt Confusion and Aggravation. ldeakins. Mon, 10/11/2021 - 10:16. After nearly a year of waiting for delayed orders, customers are finding unconventional ways to cope with their frustrations. From storing food in Yeti coolers to washing dishes in a walk-up bathtub, consumers are facing the drawn out consequences of product and labor shortages as well as supply-chain challenges for appliance manufacturers. .

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Kansas: Where Innovation And Fun Converge

Business Facilities

You can find Hutchinson’s history 650 feet under the ground in its famous salt mines. On the surface it’s a thriving business hub. The post Kansas: Where Innovation And Fun Converge appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Building Efficiency Drives Customer Retention

Pro Builder

Building Efficiency Drives Customer Retention. ldeakins. Mon, 10/11/2021 - 08:28. Infill builders are pushing efficiency to the forefront and getting a stamp of approval from returning customers. With a focus on product efficiency and high performance building, infill development companies like Thrive Home Builders are garnering increased customer loyalty rates.

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Plate Load Test – Its Procedure, Limitations, Advantages & Precautions

Learn Civil Engineering

Plate Load Test The plate load test is performed in the field to find out the bearing capacity of the soil or how it can be settled at each increment under the given load. This test is really useful for designing the foundation, especially the shallow foundation. Easy to determine the bearing capacity of the […].

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Best Office/Retail/Mixed-Use and Project of the Year: The Wilson and The Elm

ENR Construction

The Wilson and The Elm, a 1.3-million-sq-ft mixed-use development completed in May, now rises 300 ft above downtown Bethesda, Md.—and in the eyes of the Best Projects judges, it towers over the competition as well.

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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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What is Plumbing | Plumbing Fixture | Types of Plumbing Fixtures | Water Pipe Sizing Charts

CivilJungle

What is Plumbing? Plumbing may be a system that conveys fluids for a good range of operations. The plumbing system is used for water distribution systems. Plumbing systems use pipes, valves, plumbing.

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Best Highway/Bridge: US 422 Schuylkill River Bridge

ENR Construction

The central aims of this complex $96.6-million project were to replace the U.S. Route 422 Schuylkill River bridge with a modern, wider prestressed concrete beam bridge as well as to widen and reconstruct one mile of U.S. 422 between the state Route 23 and Route 363 interchanges. .

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6 Best Safety Glasses for Small Faces

Work Gearz

This weekend my wife and I decided to take our sons on an adventure trip. We planned to camp out and enjoy some outdoor activities like paintball, archery, and hiking in the woods. My wife, correctly so, wanted to make sure our sons had adequate protection as freak accidents do happen. Some of the first pieces of protective gear we looked for were safety glasses.

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Quarter of US Critical Infrastructure Now at Risk of Failing From Floods, Report Finds

ENR Construction

A new analysis from the First Street Foundation shows that a quarter of the country's critical infrastructure may be at risk of becoming inoperable from flooding. .

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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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4 Best Carhartt Jackets for Working Outside

Work Gearz

Manufacturer Carhartt is undoubtedly a powerhouse in the workwear industry, and it has earned its reputation and standing in a crowded garment sector. Why? Most likely because of their uncompromising commitment to quality. They also can boast lots of experience considering that the company was founded way back in 1889 by Hamilton Carhartt. A company that doesn’t offer a quality product would find great difficulty in lasting more than 130 years.

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North Dakota: Connecting To The World On Intermodal Rail

Business Facilities

North Dakota’s new intermodal rail service is reducing shipping costs for agricultural exports and other goods shipped from the logistics park of ND. The post North Dakota: Connecting To The World On Intermodal Rail appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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5 Best Women’s Work Jackets

Work Gearz

Women have contributed to rugged professions as long as they have been around. Farms, industry, transportation, and even construction have all benefitted from the presence of female professionals. As more and more women take their rightful place in work situations that require physical labor and getting their hands dirty, it is only right that the workwear industry provides protective functional clothing for the ladies on the job.

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Stellantis To Invest $229M To Retool EV Production Operations

Business Facilities

Formerly Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Stellantis will retain, retrain 662 team members to support production of electrified transmissions in Kokomo, IN. The post Stellantis To Invest $229M To Retool EV Production Operations appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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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Do You Need to Waterproof New Cowboy Boots?

Work Gearz

The popularity of cowboy boots is no less. Seen as a style statement, these boots are used for both work as well as casual purposes. However, one of the biggest enemies of these footwear is water as it can be really brutal and can end up damaging them. Whether made of leather or suede, you have to take good care of them especially if you are exposing them to moisture or water.

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2021 Deal Of The Year Entries Now Being Accepted

Business Facilities

Submissions will be accepted for Business Facilities’ 2021 Economic Development Deal of the Year Awards until December 1, 2021. Awards will be featured in the January/February 2022 issue of Business Facilities. The post 2021 Deal Of The Year Entries Now Being Accepted appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Are Cowboy Boots Good for Construction?

Work Gearz

Cowboy boots are known for their impeccable style and strong, durable nature. They’re an ideal pair of boots if you are someone who works in a ranch and loves to ride horses. However, we cannot be quite sure if cowboy boots can be or should be used as work boots, especially on a construction site. . But worry not, we have done the necessary research for you to solve all your queries. .

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Rocky Mountain Natural Building Conference

Natural Building

The Rocky Mountain Natural Building Conference will be held in Moab, Utah from October 14 to 16 this year. The conference is coordinated by the Natural Building Alliance, and the program includes podium presentations, breakout sessions, round-tables, and outdoor workshops. Moab’s Community Rebuilds, a local organization that builds straw-bale, energy-efficient, affordable homes, is helping with the conference.

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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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Amenities That Matter for Single-Family Home Renters

Pro Builder

Amenities That Matter for Single-Family Home Renters. mbeirne. Mon, 10/11/2021 - 10:39. Pet friendliness is the third highest ranking reason that single-family renters choose to rent a home over an apartment. Fido or Whiskers are among the top reasons why single-family renters chose to rent a home over an apartment. But offering dog walking services for an additional fee, for example, isn’t the pet-friendly amenity that will attract these tenants.

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Jacksonville Fosters Growth, Innovation For Medical Device Manufacturers

Business Facilities

A deep workforce, a vibrant and innovative medical ecosystem and a multitude of tax and lifestyle benefits make Jacksonville the ideal home for medical device manufacturers. The post Jacksonville Fosters Growth, Innovation For Medical Device Manufacturers appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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The Women in Residential Construction Conference is Back! Oct. 27-29

Pro Builder

The Women in Residential Construction Conference is Back! Oct. 27-29. mbeirne. Mon, 10/11/2021 - 12:02. Meet more than 200 female executives and managers who will attend from top firms across home building and remodeling. Join us Live-Connected for our 7th year of bringing women together to discuss, brainstorm and celebrate our unique role in the construction industry.

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NYC City Council OKs Hundreds of 'Major' Building Code Updates

ENR Construction

The sweeping updates include a slate of construction safety code changes.

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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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Digital Builder Ep. 20: Evaluating Construction Platforms and Technology

Autodesk Construction Cloud

On the heels of Autodesk University, including dozens of engaging sessions from industry-leaders about the importance of data, the term “platform” came up often. But what does that concept really mean? A true platform is more than just a list of APIs connected to a SaaS solution. It provides a single experience where designers, engineers, and builders can harness the data and tools they need whenever and wherever they need them.

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Best Cultural/Worship: National Museum of the United States Army

ENR Construction

After more than 40 years of planning, design and reviews, the National Museum of the U.S. Army finally became a reality in November 2020.

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Where the 1950s Suburbs End

Pro Builder

Where the 1950s Suburbs End. mbeirne. Mon, 10/11/2021 - 10:45. The pressure to remake neighborhoods like Clairemont is due not to some sudden shift in what people want out of a home but rather to the sweeping social changes that have already played out inside them. As California uses density to create more housing, that transformation is clashing with the American dream of living in a single-family subdivision. .

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