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Thriving During a (Potential) Coronavirus-Related Recession

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The Coronavirus could lead to a recession, but there are things that construction companies can do to ensure they survive.

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Outsourced Marketing vs. Staffing for Construction Companies

Construction Marketing

The decision to Outsource Marketing to a consultant or agency, or to hire staff for marketing is a frequent but critical consideration. Factors include the frequency of specific marketing activities, the availability of talent, and the financial return of either scenario. The latter taking on new urgency within a recessionary environment. This article will define Outsourced Marketing and staffing, along with the pros and cons of each, and some recommended resources.

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Earthquake Resistant Confined Masonry- Components, Difference, and Advantages

The Constructor

Confined masonry construction is a combination of two masonry, which consists of masonry walls (clay brick or concrete block units) and horizontal.

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Resources for Employees during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Employees are the heartbeat of your business. As the working-world changes, they likely need extra support. We’ve put together some tips and resources.

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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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Non-Destructive Test on Structural Steel and Welds

The Constructor

Non-destructive testing is a solution to find the strength of the existing steel structure and its joints such as welds.

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What is Spiral Staircase?

The Constructor

A spiral staircase is a round stair system in which the individual steps connect to a center column, hence forming a complete circle. The diameter of.

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Technical Terms used in Brick Masonry

Learn Civil Engineering

If you want to be a successful civil engineer, then you need to know all about the technical terms used in brick masonry, i hope this article will definitely help you. Definition of Masonry Masonry may be defined as the art of construction in which building units, such as clay bricks, sand-lime, bricks, stones, Precast […].

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Ultra-high-Performance Concrete: Characteristics, and Applications

The Constructor

Ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) is defined as ‘concrete that has a minimum specified compressive strength of 150 MPa with specified durability.

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Grading of Aggregates by Using Different Methods

Learn Civil Engineering

Grading of Aggregates by Using Different Methods Grading of aggregates consists of balancing the fine and the coarse aggregates in such a ratio, in order to obtain the strongest and densest mixture with the least amount of cement. Grading the aggregates is so graded as to have minimum voids when mixed with all ingredients, and […].

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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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Obituary: Bill Gianelli, 101, Built Calif.'s Landmark Water Delivery System

ENR Construction

Engineer executed epic state water-power project, followed Ronald Reagan to D.C. as his Corps of Engineers civil works chief and mentored generations of water professionals.

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How to Find House Construction Cost

CivilJungle

How to Find House Construction Cost Any house construction work started before need some basic detail like before staring work completion. How much cost requirement in house construction. Here, Before construction, we calculate two types of construction cost 1. Basic / Ruf / Lumsum Calculation 2. Final Calculation Basic / Ruf / Lumsum Calculation Basic […].

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The Women’s House in Morocco

Natural Building

In Ouled Merzoug, a small earthen village near the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, a piece of land was offered by the community to the recently founded women’s association AFOM. They built a Women’s House in close collaboration with local women and workers: a place where women can share their crafts with the community and visitors. It is a meeting, working and learning place in the center of the village.

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Ontario, Quebec Shut Projects, But Canada Keeps Most Construction Essential

ENR Construction

Labor and industry groups lobby governments to continue work with better hygiene and penalties for violators, but more megaprojects go into lockdown.

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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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Report: Small Reductions in Deficient-Bridge Total but Huge Backlog Remains

ENR Construction

ARTBA report says 2019 saw net reduction of 900 deficient bridges, or 2%.

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Bids Move Forward on Prep Work for $11.3B Turkish Canal

ENR Construction

Istanbul mayor is a vehement foe of the controversial project.

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Bids Move Forward On Prep Work for $11.3-billion Turkish Canal

ENR Construction

Istanbul mayor is a vehement foe of the controversial project.

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