Wed.Mar 17, 2021

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Machine Data Changes Operator Behavior

Construction Equipment

Telematics has given equipment managers in-depth understanding into machine performance and operation.

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How to Beat the Construction Labor Shortage Through Youth and Technology

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Attract — and Retain — Younger Construction Professionals by Implementing the Modern Solutions They Know.

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RELIABLE Construction Cost Estimating

Job Order Contracting

Reliable construction cost estimating is important to real property owners, facilities management professions, architects, and engineers. If a job is estimated correctly all parties should have a detailed understanding of the scope of work, costs, time, labor, and materials required. If the job is poorly estimated the lack of technical and cost visibility for all participants spells disaster… as noted by the fact that 80% – 90% of repair, renovation, and new builds are over budget, l

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Donaldson P553009 Secondary Fuel Filter

Construction Equipment

P553009 secondary fuel filter with Synteq media technology is designed to meet rigorous standards for quality and performance. The user-friendly filter is designed specifically for Cummins B-series and L-series engines and must be changed according to the OEM’s recommended maintenance schedule.

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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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UIC’s Computer Design Center will help meet the demands of a growing student body

BD+C

The Computer Design, Research, and Learning Center (CDRLC) at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) will establish a new front door for technology in downtown Chicago. The building, designed by LMN Architects in collaboration with Booth Hansen, will be located at a unique, prominent site on campus and will celebrate the natural setting and organic form of the Memorial Grove.

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Plinth Beam: Its Purpose, Importance & Protection in Building

Learn Civil Engineering

What is the meaning of the term “Plinth”? The plinth can be defined as a level that comes above the ground level and just below the floor level. Plinth Beam: It is an R.C.C. beam constructed between columns. These are provided to support the walls. these beams help to avoid the settlement of walls that […].

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[VIDEO] Volvo Sells 1M Toy Machines

Construction Equipment

Volvo CE has released its biggest ever range of toy excavators, loaders, haulers, and trucks—and even a wrecking ball—in collaboration with German toymaker Dickie Toys. The collaboration represents the company’s first venture into fully-immersive play sets for all ages.

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Arrival Building Second U.S. Microfactory In North Carolina

Business Facilities

Electric vehicle (EV) maker Arrival will invest $41.2M in a new microfactory in Charlotte, NC, bringing more than 250 new jobs to the region. - Read: Arrival Building Second U.S. Microfactory In North Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Engcon Tiltrotator Quick Hitch Smart Features

Construction Equipment

Additional smart features are now on the company’s tiltrotators' quick hitch. The quick hitch had previously been adapted for installation of the detachable GRD grab cassette and SWD rotating sweeper.

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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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Louisiana: Shintech Invests $1.3 Billion In Plastics Expansion

Business Facilities

Shintech, the world’s top producer of polyvinyl chloride resins, will grow manufacturing and packaging facilities at its Iberville/West Baton Rouge complex. - Read: Louisiana: Shintech Invests $1.3 Billion In Plastics Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Nonresidential Weakness Fuels Employment Lag: AGC

Construction Equipment

Nonresidential contractors are not adding jobs, which helped fuel lagging construction employment figures in January, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors. Construction employment remained below pre-pandemic levels in all but eight states, according to AGC.

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Drinking Water Quality Standards (WHO Guidelines)

Civiconcepts

Drinking water quality standards gives the important quality parameters set for drinking water. These drinking water quality standards describe the allowable limit and permissible limit in the absence of an alternate source. It is recommended that the allowable limit should be applied because water exceeding those values mentioned under ‘Acceptable’ is not appropriate.

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That’s A Goocher: SD Court Finds Enforceable Construction Contract Despite Lack of Time Component

Best Practices Construction Law

What’s a goocher? If you saw the movie, Stand By Me , then you know exactly what I mean. And there are times when parties to a construction contract face a goocher. Here’s what I mean… In J. Clancy, Inc. v. Khan Comfort, LLC , the Supreme Court of South Dakota held that a missing time element in a construction contract did not invalidate the contract.

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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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Lordstown Responds to Negative Report From Short-Seller

Construction Equipment

The CEO of electric-truck manufacturer Lordstown Motors, accused by short-seller Hindenburg Research of inflating preorders for its Endurance pickup, responded to the allegations by invoking Taylor Swift lyrics, saying, "Haters gonna hate.

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Five tips to improve project controls

ENR Construction

Project controls are mission critical—and that makes them difficult to change. If your legacy systems and spreadsheets are impeding contractors to operate with needed levels of productivity, transparency and control, then now is the time to make the case for modern project controls.

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Brigade Electronics Shutter Cameras

Construction Equipment

Shutter cameras, found in the company’s Elite and Select ranges, are designed to aid visibility in difficult environmental conditions. The cameras feature an automatic shutter to protect the camera while it is not in use.

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Bring a new level of intelligence to your construction projects

ENR Construction

Construction projects often run into problems that impact productivity, safety, and profitability. Find out more about Oracle Construction Intelligence Cloud Service which uses machine learning to continually analyze project data managed in Oracle Construction and Engineering solutions to identify potential risks and inefficiencies early, helping your organization make better decisions.

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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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Husqvarna Integrates HTC Products

Construction Equipment

Husqvarna Construction has integrated the HTC products, services, and solutions into the global Husqvarna Construction offering to the surface preparation industry. The rebranded range is promoted under the tagline “The Orange Evolution” and includes several new products.

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Harris County, Texas, Pivots To Close $1.4B Gap in Flood Control Funding

ENR Construction

County officials are exploring alternative funding opportunities to avoid construction delays.

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Prospective Buyer Savings Significantly Lower Than Average Down Payment

Pro Builder

Prospective Buyer Savings Significantly Lower Than Average Down Payment. cbroderick. Wed, 03/17/2021 - 08:49. Down payments are one of the biggest barriers to homeownership, and recent research found 75% of current prospective buyers have saved much less than the average down payment. The national average savings rate in the U.S. hovered at 8% for some time before reaching 17% in spring 2020 when the pandemic went into full swing, according to Point2.

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7 Best Moisture-Wicking Work Shirts to Keep You Dry ALL Day

Work Gearz

Moisture-wicking shirts are a blessing when doing physical labor, working in direct sunlight, or working in a very hot and/or humid environment. If you need to keep dry, cool, and odor-free during a physically engaging job, the moisture-wicking feature is an absolute must. Of all the shirts that our team of tradesmen and professionals tested and wore throughout an entire workday, we recommend the Clothe Company Short Sleeve as the best moisture-wicking shirt because it performed exceptionally w

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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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How Has the Pandemic Shifted Buyer Preferences?

Pro Builder

How Has the Pandemic Shifted Buyer Preferences? cbroderick. Wed, 03/17/2021 - 09:05. The National Association of Home Builders’ What Home Buyers Really Want 2021 study found 25% of prospective buyers acknowledge that their housing preferences have changed due to the pandemic. The remaining share of buyers either reported the pandemic has not made an impact on housing preferences (67%) or they are unsure (8%).

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What Is Frost Wall | Types of Frost Wall | Requirements for Frost Wall Construction | Application of Frost Wall | Advantages of Frost Wall | Uses of Frost Wall

CivilJungle

What Is Frost Wall? The Frost wall or frost-protected wall structure is built to keep soil below the building against freezing to secure the foundations in freezing conditions. The Types of frost walls, their specifications, and applications are addressed. The frosting is a significant problem for buildings in colder climates. These undesirable results are more prominent and thus detected on the base of the house.

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Photos With Masks Positively Impact Buyer Perception of Listings

Pro Builder

Photos With Masks Positively Impact Buyer Perception of Listings. cbroderick. Wed, 03/17/2021 - 09:09. Including an image of a listing agent wearing a face mask could be a key to attracting buyers, Zillow finds. Mask wearing, social distancing, and anxieties relating to the virus will be commonplace for the foreseeable future, leaving agents and builders with the task to ensure prospective buyers feel comfortable and safe at showings.

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Top 10 Cement Companies in USA

CivilJungle

USA cement companies produce more than 4% of the world’s Cement that makes the USA the third largest cement producer after India and China. Most of the cement companies in the USA are multinationals having origins in Mexico, Switzerland, Ireland. Given below are the Top 10 Biggest Cement Producers in the United States of America. Who Is the World’s Largest Manufacturer of Cement?

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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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Builder Confidence Takes a Hit Amid Rising Mortgage Rates, Lumber Prices

Pro Builder

Builder Confidence Takes a Hit Amid Rising Mortgage Rates, Lumber Prices. cbroderick. Wed, 03/17/2021 - 09:13. Builder confidence dipped 2 points this month as pressing issues, such as rising building material prices, delivery times, and mortgage rates, continue. The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index reported an 82 builder confidence rating for March, down from 84 in February.

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Do Boot Inserts Work?

Work Gearz

Are you switching your shifts with your co-workers because of pain in your soles, arches or ankles? This is a very common scene at various construction sites, in the field or on boards mainly because of damaged inserts. While we all know that work boots are important for foot protection and traction, we often see that their inserts don’t last long. That is why most boots nowadays come with removable inserts so that you can replace them from time to time.

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Boomers Benefit Most From Pandemic Housing Market

Pro Builder

Boomers Benefit Most From Pandemic Housing Market. cbroderick. Wed, 03/17/2021 - 09:17. Sellers are making a median $66,000 on the sale of their homes right now, and most of them are Boomers, says Realtor.com. Compared to 2020, sellers are making $6,000 more today off their home sale. Realtor.com’s chief economist says older homeowners and Boomers are better equipped to handle market conditions and the sale of their homes can easily support their search for their next home.

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