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6 Imperatives for Safer Equipment Maintenance & Operations

Construction Business Owner

6 Imperatives for Safer Equipment Maintenance & Operations. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 02/12/2020 - 15:11. What you need to do on a regular basis to make sure your equipment maintenance and operations processes are safe and efficient for all your compact equipment.

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OpenBUILD(TM) LEAN Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Solution

Job Order Contracting

The early and ongoing integration of People, Process, Information, and Technology can drive optimal repair, renovation, and new construction outcomes. LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery can consistently drive significant improvement over traditional methods. People – With the appropriate levels of owner leadership and competency, all participants can work within an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect and share both risks and rewards.

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Tempered Glass for Buildings – Features, Uses

The Constructor

Tempered glass is a type of glass that is processed by treating the float glass, by applying controlled thermal and chemical treatments, so as to.

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Contractors increasingly involved in shaping blueprints through Generative Design practices

Construction Dive

Proponents of generative design believe that it can streamline the design process and allow contractors to exert influence that is beneficial to a project’s ultimate design.

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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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The Various Uses Of Marble In Home

The Constructor

People love using marble while designing their homes as it is a versatile stone. It is commonly used for countertops but there are numerous ways to.

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Sketches of types of scaffolding used in building construction

The Constructor

Can i get sketches of types of scaffolding? The post Sketches of types of scaffolding used in building construction appeared first on The.

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Clark Construction uses scans, animation to smooth installation of elevated airport walkway

Construction Dive

Placing the 780-foot-long pedestrian bridge over an active taxiway at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport was a complex undertaking that required months of planning, high-tech tools and coordination among all stakeholders.

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6 Construction Tech Trends in 2020

Construction Equipment

Increased integration of technologies Innovation is increasing as shown by advancements brought about by technology, according to an article in Reading Eagle. For example, drones and 3D printing are now more prevalent than before, and may be further embraced by the construction industry in 2020.

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2019 Economic Development Deal Of The Year

Business Facilities

We received nominations for projects in nearly two dozen states for our 2019 Deal of The Year awards. Our all-star panel of judges has spoken, so it’s time to reveal their picks for our top three prizes (and nine honorable mentions). - Read: 2019 Economic Development Deal Of The Year at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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ConTech Conversations: ABC's Mike Bellaman

Construction Dive

The CEO of ABC shares his thoughts on the best practices for most contractors in the goal of implementing a tangible tech solution.

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Contractor Sued for Firing Worker Following Trench Hazard

Construction Equipment

The U.S. Department of Labor has sued DKS Structural Services and owner Jeffery Kennedy for allegedly terminating an employee who refused to enter a 15-foot-deep trench that did not have adequate protection to prevent cave-ins.

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What is quantity of 10mm steel for roof slab of 12 x 12 room?

The Constructor

Please tell me about the quantity of 10mm steel for 12 x12 room for its roof slab. The post What is quantity of 10mm steel for roof slab of 12 x 12.

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HGA-designed hotel becomes one of the tallest buildings in Rochester, Minn.

BD+C

The Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area hotel is now open in Rochester, Minn. . The 264-room, 20-story hotel is one of the first completed projects in Rochester’s Destination Medical Center initiative – a public-private partnership to position Rochester as the world’s leading destination for health and wellness. The hotel offers a blend of dining, hospitality, conferencing, and wellness options for area residents, the business community, and medical tourism. . .

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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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How to Calculate Rate Analysis For Concrete 1:2:4?

The Constructor

Do we calculate wastage for Cement, 20mm and coarse aggregate in rate analysis for concrete? The post How to Calculate Rate Analysis For Concrete.

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Difference Between Lap length and Development Length

Civil Lead

Difference Between Lap Length and Development Length There are two important terms used in reinforcement binding. Lap length and Development length. But many of us get confused with the difference between these two. All these extra length or extension are provided to safely transfer of stresses from one member to another. Today in this article we are going to discuss the difference between these two terms.

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How to Determine E value of Concrete?

The Constructor

Hi Neenu, how to determine E value in concrete property? Is there any lab testing that can be carried out or specification to be referred?

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AECOM, Skanska, Katerra, more switch up execs in new year

Construction Dive

Suffolk, Granite and Swinerton have all made big personnel changes as well so far this year, and Thornton Tomasetti leadership changes are six-fold. Women and people of color are predictabily underepresented.

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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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Light Tower-Maker Allmand Expands

Construction Equipment

Allmand, a manufacturer of light towers and other portable job site equipment, reports significant progress on its Holdredge, Nebraska, plant expansion, which will allow for increased operational capabilities by late spring.

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What is M Sand? - Properties | Advantages | Disadvantages

Civil Lead

What is M Sand? Full form of M Sand is Manufactured sand also known crushed sand or manufactured fine aggregate. It is a substitute for river sand for construction work. It is manufactured by crushing rocks, quarry stone or larger aggregate pieces into sand size particle in a factory or query. M sand has a cubical and angular shape. It has a size of less than 4.75 mm.

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Genie Z-45 FE Articulating MEWP

Construction Equipment

The Genie Z-45 FE is a hybrid articulating mobile elevating work platform with unrestricted range of motion and a maximum lift height of 660 pounds. Maximum working height is 51 feet 8 inches, maximum horizontal reach is 22 feet 9 inches, and maximum up-and-over reach is 24 feet 7 inches.

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Prodigy Cabinetry Investing $2.5M In South Carolina

Business Facilities

The newly-formed cabinetry manufacturing company will establish its manufacturing operations and headquarters in Greenville County, SC creating 80 jobs. - Read: Prodigy Cabinetry Investing $2.5M In South Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Genie S-60 J Telescoping MEWP

Construction Equipment

Genie S-60 J telescoping mobile elevating work platform has an unrestricted platform capacity of 660 pounds with a 6-foot jib. Platform height is 60 feet 10 inches with a horizontal reach of 40 feet 6 inches.

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Rebar-Tying Robots Draw Crowds at World of Concrete

ENR Construction

Standing before a crowd of curious onlookers at a corner of the show floor at the World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas, Advanced Construction Robotics president and cofounder Jeremy Searock made a sales pitch for TyBot, his company’s rebar-tying robot.

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JCB Enters Generator Market with RS Range

Construction Equipment

JCB RS line of portable generators includes five models ranging from 56 to 500 kW. Model G70RS produces 56 kW; the G125RS produces 100 kW; the G220RS, 175 kW; the G400RS, 320 kW; and model G625RS produces 500 kW. Operating weights range from 7,239 to 25,209 pounds.

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Doosan tops out 40-tonne family

Digger Blog

The new DX380LC-7 crawler excavator represents the completion of Doosan’s 30-40 tonne family of Stage V excavators.

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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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Nikola Badger Pickup Promises 600 Mile Range

Construction Equipment

Nikola Badger electric pickup truck has an estimated range of 300 miles when powered in battery-electric mode (BEV), and 600 miles with a hydrogen-powered fuel-cell electric (FCEV) power source. It operates on blended FCEV / BEV or BEV-only by touch of a button.

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January / February 2020 Issue (Volume 53, Number 1)

Business Facilities

The January / February 2020 Issue features our State of the Year and Deal of the Year winners. Plus, a look at energy, aerospace, exports and data centers. - Read: January / February 2020 Issue (Volume 53, Number 1) at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Volvo Trucks Shows Off Electric Heavy Truck

Construction Equipment

Volvo Trucks North America showed its battery-electric Class 8 truck at an event in Fontana, California.