Mon.Mar 16, 2020

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Force majeure clauses take center stage in contractors' coronavirus response

Construction Dive

The time is now for firms to protect themselves from the potentially devastating effects of the coronavirus pandemic, according to attorney Trent Cotney. Careful bidding and specific contract provisions can help mitigate the risk.

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Functions of Admixtures in Fresh and Hardened State of Concrete

The Constructor

admixtures (singular or combination of admixtures) are added to concrete or mortar or grout mixture to achieve or improve desired properties in the.

Concrete 151
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AEM Report Notes Importance of Manufacturing to the Nation

Construction Equipment

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers released a study of the construction, mining, and agriculture equipment manufacturing community that it hopes will help make the case for various federal actions, including an infrastructure bill.

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Concrete industry reduces carbon footprint by 13% over five years

BD+C

National Ready Mixed Concrete Association ( NRMCA ) members have lowered their carbon footprint by 13% in five years, according to an association news release. “The 13% reduction in carbon footprint is for 4,000 psi (pounds per square inch) concrete, the most frequently used concrete in the United States,” said James Bogdan, senior director, sustainability initiatives for NRMCA.

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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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Volvo Launches Machine Control System for Excavators

Construction Equipment

Volvo Construction Equipment has launched Volvo Active Control, an automated grading machine control system for its EC220E, EC250E and EC300E crawler excavators. The system allows operators to get the right depth and angle, reducing grading times by up to 45 percent, according to the company.

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Coronavirus and the water cycle—here is what treatment professionals need to know

BD+C

It's hard to miss the headlines. The recent outbreak of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV or COVID-19) has dominated news cycles in recent weeks. The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling it “public enemy number one.” But what information do we have that is related to coronaviruses in water and wastewater systems? And what can water- and wastewater-system operators do to protect public health?

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NYC zoning loophole challenged in case that would require removing top 20 floors of tower

Construction Dive

Though the state supreme court ruled that 200 Amsterdam combined two lots to exceed height limitations, a workaround that has since been invalidated, the partial demolition mandate is now up in the air. For one, the dangers and financial repercussions could be deemed too severe.

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Investments in ‘human experiences’ are paying off for employers

BD+C

The intensifying race to find and keep talent in an increasingly competitive digital business environment have enabled employees to reshape the workplace in their image, including access to a flexible work environment and schedule, overall health and well-being programs, childcare, meal services, and sustainability initiatives. And the latest data show that employers now see that these investments are critical to their workers’ business performances.

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Sumter Original Brewery Establishing Operations In South Carolina

Business Facilities

The local craft brewery's $6.5 million investment will create 20 new jobs in Sumter County, SC. - Read: Sumter Original Brewery Establishing Operations In South Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Boston mayor orders shut down of construction sites due to coronavirus

BD+C

Boston Mayor Martin Walsh has ordered that all construction projects in the city be suspended in response to the spread of the coronavirus. Walsh’s move comes after the postponement of the Boston Marathon, cancellation of the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade in South Boston, and the closure of all schools, restaurants, and bars in Massachusetts. The Bay State had a reported 164 cases of the virus on Sunday.

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PwC Survey Reveals Expected Business, Economic Impact Of COVID-19

Business Facilities

The first in a bi-monthly series shows how CFOs and finance leaders plan to react to COVID-19, and what impacts they expect to see. - Read: PwC Survey Reveals Expected Business, Economic Impact Of COVID-19 at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Effective remote workforce: Key steps and strategies for success

BD+C

Universities are implementing online learning for the near term, research institutions are asking administrative staff to work from home, and countless companies are encouraging virtual collaboration and meetings in lieu of face-to-face meetings and air travel. .

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Geotab, Donaldson Team Up on Filter Monitoring

Construction Equipment

Geotab and Donaldson have developed a way for fleet managers to integrate Donaldson’s wireless Filter Minder monitoring system into Geotab fleet management systems.

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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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Auto Industry Giants Enhancing COVID-19 Protections For Workers

Business Facilities

UAW, GM, Ford, and FCA are forming a COVID-19/Coronavirus Task Force to implement enhanced protections for manufacturing and warehouse employees at all three companies. - Read: Auto Industry Giants Enhancing COVID-19 Protections For Workers at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Trimble Kits Available for LBX Excavators

Construction Equipment

Link-Belt Precision Grade—powered by Trimble Earthworks—is available as an upgrade kit for Link-Belt 160 X4, 245 X4 Spin Ace, and 350 X4 crawler excavators.

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Boston Becomes First City to Shutter Construction Sites Because of Coronavirus

ENR Construction

Gilbane, Suffolk, Consigli among companies agreeing to shut down sites after Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh halted all construction in Boston for two weeks due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Chinese Hi-Tech District Donates 100,000 Masks To Japan, South Korea

Business Facilities

Changzhou National Hi-Tech District recently donated 100,000 masks to Japan and South Korea to help the countries control the COVID-19 pandemic. - Read: Chinese Hi-Tech District Donates 100,000 Masks To Japan, South Korea 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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USACE Earns Owner of the Year Honor for its Flood Fight, Other Projects

ENR Construction

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers mobilized to repair levees and prepare for more than 40 days of flood-level water on the rivers it manages last year all while still delivering a slate of maintenance and new construction projects that would challenge any owner.

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CloudOne To Create 320 Jobs In Tennessee

Business Facilities

The company will invest $2 million to establish a new call center operation in Nashville, TN. - Read: CloudOne To Create 320 Jobs In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Testing for Silt Content in Sand

CivilJungle

Why We Measure the Silt Content from the Sand? Silt content is a fine material that’s less than 150 microns. It’s unstable in the presence of water. It’s unstable in the presence of water. If we utilize silty sand for bonding, it will reduce the strength and cause rework. You could be experienced this while […].

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91 Year Old Babulal Gandhi Tells the Secrets of His Farm

Natural Building

Babulal Gandhi, from India’s Satara district, has lived most of his life in harmony with nature, and dedicated it towards improving the state of agriculture in India. “I am an ardent ardent disciple of great leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Lokmanya Tilak, but could never actively participate in the freedom struggle, so helping landless farmers was my way of making India better,”says the 91-year-old to The Better India.

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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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What Is SBC of Soil? | Safe Bearing Capacity of Soil

CivilJungle

The first test to be carried out before construction is the soil’s safe bearing capacity. It is a preliminary test that must be carried out before the construction of any structure. It is recommended that the safe bearing capacity of the ground be tested at all points of the foot. What Is SBC of Soil? […].

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Grumman/Butkus Associates publishes 2019 edition of Hospital Benchmarking Survey

BD+C

Grumman/Butkus Associates, a firm of energy efficiency consultants and sustainable design engineers, recently released the results of its 2019 Hospital Energy and Water Benchmarking Survey , focusing on healthcare facilities’ resource usage trends and costs for calendar year 2018.

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Contemporary 3BHK Duplex House Design

Construction Cost Estimating

Today we will review the design of Arabella, a contemporary 3BHK duplex. It is a rather small house with a space-saving design, which puts the living area in the ground floor and the sleeping area on the first floor. The total livable area in this house is 232 square meters. On top of that, you have a roof deck. The Arabella design is suitable to build in any plot with 176 square meters of area.

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AGC Slams House Coronavirus Bill's Medical/Family Leave Provisions

ENR Construction

Contractor group says having to "front" costs for leave provisions would severely hurt firms' financial health.

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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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Boston Becomes First City to Shutter Construction Sites

ENR Construction

Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh halted all construction jobs in Boston for two weeks due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Mississippi Mayors Push for Flood Resilience

ENR Construction

The Mississippi River Cities and Towns Inititiative has given environmental opportunity grants to Memphis and New Orleans and lobbied congress for resilience projects.

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Coronavirus and Construction: Latest Updates

ENR Construction

ENR tracks new industry impacts as the COVID-19 pandemic forces closures and interrupts business.