Fri.Sep 11, 2020

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A Guide To Construction Business Recovery In The Pandemic World

Contractor Bookkeeping

As you well know, the COVID-19 pandemic is not just a public health issue; it's also caused lock-downs and resulting financial worries on a global scale. Almost all business sectors have experienced declining profits, liquidity that is drying out, and even bankruptcy. Although the short-term outlook varies depending on your industry sector, all business leaders need to set up a strategy to guide their way towards recovery.

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Type of Soft Flooring: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Maintenance

The Constructor

Soft flooring, also known as resilient flooring, acts as a secondary floor to any type of hard flooring and has a high elasticity level. The addition.

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5 Tips for Safe Trailering

Construction Equipment

Low-boy equipment trailer safety techniques do not stray far from decades-long recommendations. Following these basic steps can help prevent mishaps on the road, and keep equipment in proper condition.

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How to Choose Quality Coarse Aggregate for Concrete Construction?

The Constructor

The selection of good quality coarse aggregate is essential for the production of concrete that meets the desired strength and durability.

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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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$7M Grant To Help Tennessee Build Port Of Cates Landing Rail Extension 

Business Facilities

Federal BUILD grant will help construct 5.5 miles of rail to connect to nearby railroad and industrial park, promoting job creation in Tennessee’s most economically disadvantaged county. - Read: $7M Grant To Help Tennessee Build Port Of Cates Landing Rail Extension at BusinessFacilities.com.

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3 Tips for Recruiting and Retaining Construction Employees as We Emerge from COVID-19

Pro Builder

3 Tips for Recruiting and Retaining Construction Employees as We Emerge from COVID-19. mbeirne. Fri, 09/11/2020 - 06:00. Business owners are navigating uncharted waters from finding new employees to recruit, retaining current employees, and addressing compensation needs following record unemployment. Construction industry leaders must focus on communicating clearly about growth opportunities, leading with empathy, and getting creative with recruiting techniques to successfully steer through the

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Leisure Pools and Spas North America Investing $6.1M In South Carolina

Business Facilities

Fiberglass in-ground pool manufacturer Leisure Pools and Spas North America will establish operations and create 200 new jobs in Marion County, SC. . - Read: Leisure Pools and Spas North America Investing $6.1M In South Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Primco Invests in the Right People, Equipment

Construction Equipment

Primco Inc. has built out an excavator fleet for road and bridge construction that runs the gamut between full-sized (the CASE CX210D) and minimum swing radius (CASE CX145D SR and CX245D SR). Each excavator plays a specific role in the demo and construction process.

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Jobless Claims Surged This Month, Here’s Why

Pro Builder

Jobless Claims Surged This Month, Here’s Why. cbroderick. Fri, 09/11/2020 - 09:10. As more Americans return to work, it may be concerning that applications for unemployment benefits have risen these past four weeks. During the last week of August, there were 1.59 million jobless claims, but by early September, that number grew to 1.7 million, according to MarketWatch.

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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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Cumberland International Trucks Acquires Maudlin International

Construction Equipment

Cumberland International Trucks of Nashville, Tennessee, has acquired Maudlin International Trucks of Florida. The acquisition brings a with it employees and six additional locations that serve Central and Northeast Florida.

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Closing the gap: What to consider when choosing an expansion joint system

Construction Specifier

by Steve Cooper. Metal expansion joint covers are used across carpeted floors, painted drywall, and ceilings at the Hyatt Regency Orlando in Orlando, Florida. All images courtesy Balco. Everyone understands the importance of expansion joint systems. Their placement within floors, walls, ceilings, and roofs provide the wherewithal to stabilize large footprint structures from experiencing structural stress under changing conditions.

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Cummins Collabs with Lab to Produce Masks

Construction Equipment

A collaboration between Cummins and the Carbon Fiber Technology Facility has resulted in the ability to produce filter media to supply more than a million face masks and respirators per day to U.S. healthcare facilities.

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5 must reads for the AEC industry today: September 11, 2020

BD+C

1. The Weekly show: Curtis Fentress, FAIA, on airport design, and how P3s are keeping university projects alive (BD+C) . "The September 10 episode of BD+C's "The Weekly" is available for viewing on demand.".

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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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Volvo Trucks Signs Memo of Understanding With IoT Provider

Construction Equipment

Volvo Trucks North America has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Samsara, a leader in industrial Internet of Things (IoT).

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Gable Art 101: Types, Tips, and What Not To Do

Pro Builder

Gable Art 101: Types, Tips, and What Not To Do. cbroderick. Fri, 09/11/2020 - 09:19. Gable art comes in many forms and with many questions. Housing Design Matters gives the low-down on the most popular pieces of gable art including where to put them and what not to do with them. Knee braces are most commonly used under the shed roof above garage doors.

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Milwaukee Pipeline Ep 2 Recap: PACKOUT Expansion and Laser Levels

Construction Junkie

Every year, Milwaukee Tool organizes an invite-only media event, called NPS , in order to showcase dozens of new products that they plan to release over the next year. This year, the company had to pivot to an online event – and everyone is invited. The online event, called Milwaukee Pipeline , is being split up into 4 different events over the next few months.

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Top 10 States for Homeowners

Pro Builder

Top 10 States for Homeowners. cbroderick. Fri, 09/11/2020 - 09:25. As mortgage rates drop to new lows and the pandemic puts a new emphasis on living spaces, more Americans are buying up homes. SmartAsset wanted to find the states that will give buyers more bang for their buck in terms of home value appreciation, median price per square foot, ratio of home value to income, foreclosures, taxes, crime, and more.

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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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Court Ruling Clears P3 Team to Leave Disputed $2B Md. Purple Line Rail Project

ENR Construction

Rail job contract allows end to public-private deal if delay exceeds 1 year, judge says, as industry owner-contractor risk debate amplifies.

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More Golf Homes Are Taking a Swing at Sustainability

Pro Builder

More Golf Homes Are Taking a Swing at Sustainability. cbroderick. Fri, 09/11/2020 - 09:30. Some homeowners enjoy their lake house, others have their cabin in Aspen, and some enjoy golf homes. These residential properties are linked to golf courses and interestingly enough, are seeing a surge in sustainable building practices, says the New York Times.

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ENR Mountain States Announces Project of the Year Finalists for 2020

ENR Construction

Our six Project of the Year finalists represent a broad spectrum of work, from higher education to airports and renovations.

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Learn the Latest Outdoor Space Innovations in this 3-Part Video Series

Pro Builder

Learn the Latest Outdoor Space Innovations in this 3-Part Video Series. sparker. Fri, 09/11/2020 - 09:46. Discover 10+ exterior solutions that integrate seamlessly to create 3 ultimate outdoor spaces. Brought to you by Phantom Screens. sponsored.

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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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Should Electricians Wear Steel Toe Boots?

Work Gearz

According to the letter by OSHA, it is very clear that safety toes have no relation with electrical hazard protection. The reason behind it is that the safety toe material remains inside the material of the boots or shoes and does not come in contact with the floor. So, it does not really matter if your boots are made of steel toe; as they are still safe for you as an electrician.

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States Sue EPA over Chesapeake Cleanup Plan Enforcement

ENR Construction

Md., Del., Va., D.C. contend EPA hasn't been tough enough on Pa., N.Y. pollution reduction efforts.

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Using VR to Increase Resiliency in a Remote-Work Environment

Construction Business Owner

Using VR to Increase Resiliency in a Remote-Work Environment. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 09/11/2020 - 15:01. This year has upended many of the methods contractors have relied on to complete work for decades. Suddenly, business owners and project management teams are having to think about every single person who comes on and off the jobsite on any given day.

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Alabama Biomass Project Wins ENR Southeast's 2020 Excellence in Safety Award

ENR Construction

The Naheola Mill Biomass project, submitted by TIC—The Industrial Co., was the unanimous choice for this year's Southeast Excellence in Safety award.

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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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Using Collaborative VR to Increase Resiliency in a Remote-Work World

Construction Business Owner

Using Collaborative VR to Increase Resiliency in a Remote-Work World. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 09/11/2020 - 15:01. This year has upended many of the methods contractors have relied on to complete work for decades. Suddenly, business owners and project management teams are having to think about every single person who comes on and off the jobsite on any given day.

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Iowa Landscape Subcontractor Debarred Over Inflated Payments Scheme

ENR Construction

An Iowa landscaping contractor's former vice president inflated the value of its invoices to give the company a no-interest loan. It was caught when a geofoam supplier complained to the Iowa Department of Transportation that it hadn't been paid.

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IS 1200 Important Point Part-2

CivilJungle

IS 1200 1972 Part 7 Hardware. Scope of Work ( IS 1200 Part 7, Page no.- 4, Cl 1.1). This standard (Part VII) coven the method of measurement of hardware in buildings and civil -engineering works. Limits of Mesurmants ( IS 1200 Part 7, Page no.- 4, Cl 2.2). The dimensions shall be measured net in the decimal system nearest to 0.01 m. Bills of Quantities ( IS 1200 Part 7, Page no.- 4, Cl 2.3).