What is Steel Reinforcement? Types and Properties of Steel Rebars
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
What is Steel Reinforcement? Steel reinforcement are steel bars that are provided in combination with plain cement concrete to make it reinforced.
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Construction labor shortage exacerbates safety issues
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Safety issues prominent in the industry such as substance abuse, aging employees and accelerated construction schedules are even worse when there's a smaller pool of workers.
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Success in cold storage warehouse construction
The Korte Company
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Cold storage warehouses are key waypoints in our nation’s food supply and distribution network. Due to changes in the way food is processed, moved, bought and consumed, cold storage warehouse construction is top-of-mind for players up and down the supply chain. When it’s time to consider building or expanding a cold storage space, facility managers for large-scale food processors, distributors and local grocers alike need contractors to understand some important considerations specific to these
Cracks in Masonry Walls – Types, Causes and Repair of Cracks
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Several types of cracks occur in masonry walls in a building which can be minor and insignificant, some requiring expensive repairs and in some.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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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.
September 2018 Construction Industry Stats
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
The Construction Business Owner team compiles statistics each month from multiple sources, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau, to give you a better understanding of the current state of affairs for the construction industry. The statistics featured in each month's print issue are for 3 months prior to the publication of the magazine, based on the data available.
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Medical office construction isn’t keeping pace with the aging of America
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
By 2025, there could be 65.2 million people in the U.S. aged 65 years old and up, compared to 47.7 million in 2015. That increase would be exponentially higher by percentage than the growth for Americans under 64, and would put seniors ever closer to 20% of the country’s total population.
What is Steel Reinforcement? Needs and Types
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Steel reinforcement are steel bars that are provided in combination with plain cement concrete to make it reinforced concrete. Hence these structures.
Safety risks in commercial construction industry exacerbated by workforce shortages
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
The Q3 2018 USG Corporation + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index (Index) released today indicates skilled labor shortages will have the greatest impact on commercial construction businesses over the next three years. The report revealed 88% of contractors expect to feel at least a moderate impact from the workforce shortages in the next three years with over half (57%) expecting the impact to be high/very high.
South Carolina Governor Presented With 2017 State Of The Year Award
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
The Palmetto State earned Business Facilities' annual award by doubling down on its solid manufacturing base while diversifying into new growth sectors. - Read: South Carolina Governor Presented With 2017 State Of The Year Award at BusinessFacilities.com.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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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.
Certified Green Buildings may have an advantage in capital markets
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Research indicates that green certification lowers the cost of capital for real estate investors, according to a recent column at GlobeSt.
6 showcase hotel construction projects
The Korte Company
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
With over 60 years of construction experience, The Korte Company has delivered hotel and housing facilities from coast to coast. It’s helped us learn a few important lessons we take with us on every hotel construction project: First, we’re responsible for designing and delivering lodging spaces that meet owners’ business goals. Second, we meet those goals by applying our architectural design and construction knowledge to the pursuit of making life a little easier for both the hotel owners and th
NIST releases report outlining steps to bolster disaster resiliency
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
The National Institute of Standards and Technology recently submitted a report to Congress outlining steps to improve building functionality after natural disasters.
The website conversion process: How quality and quantity combine to provide your success metrics
Construction Marketing Ideas
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Matt Handal of Helpeverybodyeveryday.com has written a useful e-publication, The Ultimate Guide to Converting Website Visitors to Clients. (You’ll have to subscribe to his eletter to receive the book — part of his lead generation system.) Handal correctly observes that conversion is really more important than traffic when measuring a website’s effectiveness.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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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?
Multi-unit Lower East Side project features versatile long-span composite flooring system
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
When the architect and the project engineer on 100 Norfolk Street—an eye-popping luxury cantilevered multi-unit residential building on Manhattan’s historic Lower East Side—needed extra support to navigate the project’s many complexities, they turned to New Millennium Building Systems. New Millennium is a nationwide manufacturer of steel joists, special profile joists, and steel roof and floor decking, and is a one-stop resource for the broadest range of custom-engineered structural steel build
Fall Lawn Care Tips
Green Industry Professionals
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Though it may seem counterintuitive, seeding, weed control and fertilization is most effective late in the season.
2018 Economic Development Deal of the Year Entries Being Accepted
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
The deadline for submissions for Business Facilities' 2018 Economic Development Deal of the Year is November 9, 2018. - Read: 2018 Economic Development Deal of the Year Entries Being Accepted at BusinessFacilities.com.
Oroville Dam repair costs top $1B
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
California's Department of Water Resources said cost estimates could change as crews work to meet a Nov. 1 concrete replacement deadline.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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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.
Unique Contractor Bookkeeping Problems Regarding Accounts Payable
Contractor Bookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Common Issues With Accounts Payable. It is easy to put transactions in Accounts Payable (A/P) Aging Summary, and them forget about them. When writing a check from the checking QuickBooks does not automatically go look to see if you put something in Accounts Payable. Sometimes Accounts Payable will have transactions in Accounts Payable that do not belong there.
Construction exec indicted for trying to bribe DC Metro official
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Contractor Hardutt Singh allegedly attempted to bribe the former head of the Metro's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Department.
VIDEO: Recounting the Value of Telematics
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Since "Masters of the Universe," "The Masters," and of course, "Fleet Masters," are all taken, Caterpillar has brought us a video titled "Masters of the Fleet.
LUMBERYARD Grand Opening Celebrated in Catskill, NY
PC Construction
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
The grand opening of LUMBERYARD was enthusiastically celebrated last weekend, with events hosted by Alan Cumming and inaugural performances on Saturday and Sunday by acclaimed tap dancer, Savion Glover, and celebrated jazz drummer, Marcus Gilmore.
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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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!
Video Takes Tour of New Conexpo Space
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers conducted a video tour of the new Festival Grounds in Las Vegas, an area to be deployed for Conexpo 2020.
Post Echo - Units - Accuracy - Tolerance
Revit OpEd
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
I saw David Baldacchino's tweet yesterday sharing a link to a blog post for another software product called FME from Safe Software. The article goes into detail more related to their own product naturally but it does describe the math and computer problems that developers deal with. I found it quite interesting as well as confirming much of what I'd read and been told in the past.
National Group Pushes to Protect Heat-Exposed Workers
Green Industry Professionals
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Right now across the country, few regulations are in place to protect workers from being overworked in the heat.
Construction Gains 21,000 Jobs in Aug., Jobless Rate Stays Low
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Nearly all industry sectors gained jobs, led by specialty trade contractors, which added 15,300 positions.
Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High
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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!
Make Project Team Leaders Accountable and Responsible for Results
Green Industry Professionals
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Project team leaders need to know what results are expected and who is accountable for them to be successful.
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