Fri.Mar 15, 2019

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How To Manage Late Payments For Builders, An Expert Guide

Contractor Bookkeeping

Today's Guest Article Is From John Dela Cruz. One major headache for builders are the late payments of invoices. Builders seldom get the payment for their completed construction work at the right time and date. Professionals have recorded multiple payment cases and the slow paying issues are at the top of it. The unacceptable idea is that contractors seem like the last person to receive the reward for their hard work.

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Small Business Owners Say They’re Better Prepared for a Recession

Green Industry Professionals

More than three-quarters of owners reported being very (25 percent) or somewhat (52 percent) prepared for a downturn.

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Phase 1 of NYC's $25B Hudson Yards debuts

Construction Dive

Roughly six years into construction of the "city within a city," six high-rises have opened while the full 28-acre buildout continues.

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Newly developed building materials could have big impact on sustainability

BD+C

Recently developed products such as transparent wood, hydrogel embedded in walls, and bricks that help filter air pollution could make a substantial impact on building sustainability in coming years. Swedish researchers have developed a wood material that is 85% transparent by compressing strips of wood veneer and replacing lignin with polymer. It could be a greener alternative to glass and plastic.

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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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Amid $5B building boom, Milwaukee aims to stand out from its Rust Belt peers

Construction Dive

Projects transforming the city range from the Bucks' $524 million arena to the $122 million Couture luxury apartment high-rise.

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Advocacy groups take aim at $1B NYC gas pipeline

Construction Dive

Williams' proposed 37-mile extension into Queens has regulatory support so far, but critics say construction under New York Bay would be overly expensive and cause harm to marine and human health.

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The Gemini Factor: Digital twin tech enters the AEC market

BD+C

Last year, just under half of organizations that implemented Internet of Things technology were either already using or planned to use digital twins. And by 2020, at least half of manufacturers with annual revenues of $5 billion or more will have launched at least one digital twin initiative. Those estimates from research firm Gartner—based on a 2017 survey of 202 organizations in the U.S., Germany, and Japan—confirm a trend that’s been building for several years.

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The Ledgerwood Associates blog: Speaking to the heart and level of its intended audience

Construction Marketing Ideas

I believe an effective blog should speak to the heart and level of its intended audience — and its message should support the business objectives of the company publishing the blog. These two qualities may seem obvious at first sight, but it can be a challenge to produce compelling content that doesn’t sound like a […]. The post The Ledgerwood Associates blog: Speaking to the heart and level of its intended audience appeared first on Construction Marketing Ideas.

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Digital twin applications: 7 steps to a better-managed jobsite

BD+C

“What if we could have instant access to all the information about a construction site, down to the smallest detail about every person, tool, and bolt?”. That’s a question asked, and answered, in a blog authored in January 2018 by software development firm Intellectsoft.

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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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F-600 Super Duty Leads Updated Ford Commercial Vehicle Lineup

Contractor Magazine

Updates to Transit, Super Duty chassis cab, Medium Duty trucks, E-Series and stripped chassis complete the refresh of Ford’s entire commercial vehicle lineup.

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The Gemini Factor: Digital twin tech enters the AEC market

BD+C

Last year, just under half of organizations that implemented Internet of Things technology were either already using or planned to use digital twins. And by 2020, at least half of manufacturers with annual revenues of $5 billion or more will have launched at least one digital twin initiative. Those estimates from research firm Gartner—based on a 2017 survey of 202 organizations in the U.S., Germany, and Japan—confirm a trend that’s been building for several years.

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Video: Robots Could Build Future Cities

Construction Equipment

Researchers at Imperial College in London say that robots could be the perfect tools to help build and maintain cities of the future. Using robots would reduce human risk while working on risky job sites, and allow monitoring alongside construction.

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Toyota Ramps Up U.S. Investment

Business Facilities

By 2021, Toyota will now invest nearly $13 billion in its U.S. operations with plans to add nearly 600 new jobs at American manufacturing plants. - Read: Toyota Ramps Up U.S. Investment at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Liebherr-France SAS Invests in Assembly Line for New Excavators

Construction Equipment

Liebherr-France SAS in Colmar, France, has invested 5 million Euro in an assembly line for its new “Generation 8” excavators, seven models that will be rolled out in various markets throughout 2019.

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The Gemini Factor

BD+C

Last year, just under half of organizations that implemented Internet of Things technology were either already using or planned to use digital twins. And by 2020, at least half of manufacturers with annual revenues of $5 billion or more will have launched at least one digital twin initiative. Those estimates from research firm Gartner—based on a 2017 survey of 202 organizations in the U.S., Germany, and Japan—confirm a trend that’s been building for several years.

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A Fresh Cup of Coffee in 5 Minutes on the Jobsite

Green Industry Professionals

Makita recently released the DCM501Z lithium-ion cordless coffee maker for those desiring coffee on the jobsite.

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GM Launches Fleet Parts Discount Program at The Work Truck Show

Contractor Magazine

Through the new program, Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac dealers will be able to offer commercial, government and rental fleets substantial discounts.

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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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Company Formed to Automate Steering on Toro Mowers

Green Industry Professionals

TurfTroniq will develop and deliver technology to automate the steering of Toro mowers to the UK and Ireland.

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‘That’s Not How We Used to Do It’

Contractor Magazine

There has always been a certain ‘friction’ between new journeymen and the ‘old school’ guys about how things could and should be done.

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Video: Alaskan Way Viaduct Demolition Begins

Construction Equipment

Kiewit has begun demolition on Seattle’s Alaskan Way Viaduct, removing the first section of the double-deck structure.

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Smart Concrete – The newest upcoming technology to detects cracks in concrete earlier

Construction Cost Estimating

The concrete is extensively used as a composite material for several types of structures but the concrete lacks the strength to resist tension and as a result it can be cracked easily. Therefore, the concrete should be examined thoroughly for cracks and proper and timely repairs should be undertaken so that the quality of the concrete is not deteriorated.

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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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Toro Offers Dingo TXL 2000 Attachments

Construction Equipment

Toro is introducing a full lineup of attachments to complement its Dingo TXL 2000 compact utility loader.

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Connected Commercial Vehicle and Asset Technologies

Green Industry Professionals

Verizon Connect now offers a new solution for asset tracking, more Workforce Mobile features and an enhanced Verizon Connect Marketplace.

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Maine Needs Techs!

Contractor Magazine

Local TV report describes long wait times for those seeking a plumber or HVAC technician.

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Drilling Diameters Up to 4 Inches and Lengths Up to 8 Feet

Green Industry Professionals

SiBore Drill introduces electric power to its horizontal boring machines with the SB2-18 EB drill, which can reverse direction.

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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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2019 starts off with expansion in nonresidential spending

BD+C

National nonresidential construction spending rose 2.4% in January, according to an .

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Small Business Construction Expo Coming to Oakland March 22

ENR Construction

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Still Time to Submit For Midwest's Top Design Firms

ENR Construction

Still time to enter ENR Midwest's Top Design Firms!

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