The Constructor

MARCH 9, 2017

There are various factors which affects the durability of fiber reinforced concrete such as temperature, weathering, corrosion, freezing and thawing.

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Lets Build

MARCH 9, 2017

Few of us really take the time to consider the types of equipment that is used in the mining industry. Mining can be extremely tricky and dangerous so it’s important to understand how the machinery miner’s use can impact all aspects of the industry. All mining equipment comes with its own specific set of jobs and settings to ensure a streamlined process is carried out at all times.

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The Constructor

MARCH 9, 2017

The most used prefabricated concrete elements for bridge construction are prestressed I beam, prestressed box beam, prestressed channel, and slab.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 9, 2017

A Construction Repair Cost Estimator for Public Agencies is now available that is independent, objective, and cost-effective. Forget out databases that claim to be the North American standard, or that supposed locally research construction labor, material, and equipment costs, including fringes, on a local basis. Select a cost database and supporting software that is TRULY researched locally for labor, material, and equipment!

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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.

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DebunkTheBIM

MARCH 9, 2017

Variations are the bread and butter of the industry. This is, of course not something that people will willingly admit to, after all it gives a bad image to accept that the ‘oil’ of the industry is something that should be eliminated by all logic of fair markets. Add to this, that for years almost all BIM promoters used the ‘No Variation’ promise to sell the idea of the industry (or at least their direct targets) upgrading to BIM – and considering the advancement of Mandated BIM in recent years

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2017

At the heart of school design is campus identity. Various levels of identity and branding can be applied to a school campus and they run the gamut from the development of logo, school colors, and mascot to a complete identity manual.

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 9, 2017

Robert Feldman of Mid-Atlantic Truck Centre in Linden, N.J., is the grand champion of the 2017 HX Series Walk-Around Competition sponsored by Navistar International. Company representatives announced the results in their booth at the ConExpo-Con/Agg 2017 show in Las Vegas, where they displayed several HX vocational trucks. Feldman (pictured, left), representing International Truck’s Mind-Atlantic region, beat out five other finalists from other areas of the U.S. and Canada, who got all-expense-p

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2017

The future of learning environments starts with the teacher. They are the facilitators to their students’ education, the curators of learning, and they play a crucial role in the next generation’s growth. Teachers are at the front line of education innovation, and they are well aware that the physical environment can make or break creativity and innovation.

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 9, 2017

The equipment-manufacturing industry supported about 1.3 million jobs and contributed over $159 billion to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the United States in 2016, according to a report issued by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). The report was prepared by IHS Markit and details the size and reach of the three major sectors (Construction, Agriculture, and Energy) that make up the core of the equipment manufacturing industry.

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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.

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2017

Much has been written about Millennials and how they differ from previous generations in their approach to work–and careers in general. Indeed, we see Millennials often unfairly saddled with the dubious reputation for being entitled, disloyal, self-centered or optimistic go-getters, but it turns out that they are actually not that different from their older work colleagues.

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Green Industry Professionals

MARCH 9, 2017

Truck office solution includes dash mounts, screen blanking solutions and docking stations; Havis Inc. offers mobile office solutions for a number of top-selling truck brands.

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2017

As part of the effort to adapt St Patrick’s Cathedral in New York to the structural and environmental standards required of the 21st century, the building has been integrated with a state-of-the-art geothermal plant. The new plant allows the cathedral and adjoining buildings to regulate temperature with increased efficiency and a reduction in CO2 emissions.

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 9, 2017

The China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products and China Construction Machinery Association made it very clear this week at ConExpo that they are ready when we are. With tons of machinery shipped across the Pacific to be displayed this week in Las Vegas, China dominated the Gold Lot at ConExpo and left no doubt that the Chinese manufacturers want a share of the estimated $100 billion North American construction market.

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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?

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2017

Whether you agree with Frank Lloyd Wright’s definition of good architecture or not, the late architect was never anything less than resolute and unswerving in his convictions. If ever you needed evidence of this, look no further than PBS Digital and Quoted Studios’ Blank on Blank animated short featuring excerpts from an interview between Wright and Mike Wallace in 1957.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 9, 2017

If you're interested in using a blog to promote your construction industry business, mark your calendar for Thursday March 16, 2017 at 1:00 PM CST by the Construction Marketing Association, with a focus on the A/E/C industry. Read more.

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2017

Th is town ain’t big enough for the both of us. It’s a trope that stirs up images of two rough, tough cowboys on opposite sides of the law squaring off in a small tinderbox of a town. Only one cowpoke will be left standing, sometimes leaving the town itself in fuliginous ruin. Nowadays, the saying might apply more readily to head-to-head battles between Uber and Lyft, iPhone and Galaxy, DC and Marvel—or, in this case, virtual reality and its new challenger, mixed reality, with the AEC industry a

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Construction Dive

MARCH 9, 2017

New Standard Design-Build and Construction Management At-Risk ConsensusDocs ContractsConsensusDocs, a coalition of 40 design and construction industry associations, announced today that it is publishing completely updated design-build and Construction Management at-risk standard documents. Read more.

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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.

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2017

Trade labor shortages. Thinner margins. Tighter schedules. Quality control issues. Weather events. Increased complexity. Safety concerns. There is a laundry list of reasons why general contractors, construction managers, and subcontractors should be jumping in with both feet to adopt prefabrication on projects.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 9, 2017

Last week in our blog highlights, we announced the availability of a construction productivity survey by the McKinsey Global Institute (MGI). This week we take a closer look at the survey and the 168-page report. Firstly, the survey was international in scope involving more than 75 MGI employees from 8 offices world-wide. In addition, the MGI staff consulted with more than 45 internationally known productivity experts, consultants, academics, economists, researchers and practitioners, including

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2017

The opening of SunTrust Park, the Atlanta Braves’ new $622 million, 41,500-seat stadium, is only 35 days away from opening day of the Major League Baseball season.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 9, 2017

This week's blog highlights from across the industry look at: Smart Buildings are Made, Not Born10 Reasons Construction Companies Go Out of BusinessMore Efficient Bulbs Will Save U.S. Consumers More Than $10 Billion a Year6 Traits to Look for When Hiring Construction ExecutivesRead more.

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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!

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Business Facilities

MARCH 9, 2017

The automotive manufacturer will invest over $4M in a new facility in Fort Wayne with help from tax credits and training grants from the state. Read Faurecia Clean Mobility Creating More Than 100 Indiana Jobs on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 9, 2017

Built in the cold and snow in the Russian town Stupino, Apis Cor 3D-printed its first house, a 409 square foot concrete house in the middle of winter. Read more.

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Business Facilities

MARCH 9, 2017

The custom storage manufacturer and retailer will create at least 61 new jobs and invest over $5.7 million in Cascade Township with help from state grants and local workforce development support. Read California Closets Chooses West Michigan For Manufacturing Facility on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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PC Construction

MARCH 9, 2017

Last night, PC Construction proudly accepted one of the Associated General Contractors of America’s highest honors – an Alliant Build America Award in the construction management renovation category – for the Waterbury State Office Complex Redevelopment project. The.

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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!

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Contractor Magazine

MARCH 9, 2017

With its October 2016 acquisition of Sensus, Xylem added smart metering, network technologies and advanced data analytics for water, gas and electric utilities to its portfolio of solutions. read more.

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2017

WiredScore recently formed WiredScore Connectivity Advisory Committee , a 10-person board composed of real estate, technology, and telecommunications experts. The committee will provide guidance on emerging trends and technologies in building connectivity. WiredScore has developed the Wired Certification standard that evaluates and distinguishes best-in-class internet connectivity in commercial buildings.

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Contractor Magazine

MARCH 9, 2017

Hunter calls the combination of radiant and geothermal a “marriage made in heaven,” since almost all the thermal energy is exchanged between various liquid media. read more.

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