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Brick Basement Wall- Construction Procedure, Practical Consideration

The Constructor

Brick masonry walls are not commonly used as a basement wall but it can be constructed to serve this purpose. Brick basement wall must be built.

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2018 CMA STAR Awards – Winners Announced

Construction Marketing

Winners of the 2018 CMA STAR Awards and CONSTRUCTION MARKETER OF THE YEAR Awards are announced by program sponsor, the Construction Marketing Association (CMA). The STAR awards recognize excellence in 16 marketing categories and 80 sub-categories. SUPERSTAR and STAR (first place/second place respectively) are awarded for each category or sub-category.

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What is R-value and U-value of Concrete Slab per inch, Calculation

The Constructor

R-value is the measurement of concrete slab (or other material) capacity to resist heat flow i.e. it measures the effectiveness of insulation or.

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ABC: Construction momentum should remain strong in 2019

Construction Dive

Contractors can expect continued industry upticks through next year, but factors like rising material prices and the labor shortage could present some obstacles beyond that.

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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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10 Largest Concrete Production Companies in USA

The Constructor

Concrete production companies produce substantial amount of concrete in the United States which is over 500 million tons per year. Concrete is an.

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10 Largest Concrete Production Companies in USA

The Constructor

Concrete production companies produce a substantial amount of concrete in the United States which is over 500 million tons per year. Concrete is an.

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Queens calls on Amazon to help fund $2.7B Brooklyn-Queens Connector

Construction Dive

Borough of Queens President Melinda Katz said Amazon support for the streetcar project, which will be the only direct connection between the two New York City boroughs, would be a "fair investment.

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10 Largest Concrete Production Companies in the USA

The Constructor

Concrete production companies produce substantial amount of concrete in the United States which is over 500 million tons per year. Concrete is an.

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Planning and constructing a hybrid operating room: Lessons learned

BD+C

On average, 51 Million surgical inpatient procedures are performed in the United States each year. With the increased focus on wellness, preventative, and team-based medicine, an introduction of new technology, and a change to patient outcome-based reimbursement, many traditional surgical procedures are evolving.

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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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Managing transitions (and building for the future)

Construction Marketing Ideas

As I write this on the new version of WordPress, I am thinking about a major business transition/restructuring that the company’s lawyers had suggested a couple of months ago, but I put on hold after receiving initial advice from our accountants. The project doesn’t have extreme urgency (in fact the delay here will make the […].

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2019 AIA Gold Medal awarded to Lord Richard Rogers, Hon. FAIA

BD+C

The Board of Directors and the Strategic Council of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) are honoring Lord Richard Rogers, Hon. FAIA, with the 2019 Gold Medal. . The Gold Medal honors an individual whose significant body of work has had a lasting influence on the theory and practice of architecture. Rogers is being recognized as his influence on the built environment has redefined an architect’s responsibilities to society.

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Check-Mate Industries Creating 230 Jobs In Georgia

Business Facilities

The manufacturer of metal stampings, assemblies, tools and dies will invest $16 million in a new manufacturing plant in Thomasville, GA. . - Read: Check-Mate Industries Creating 230 Jobs In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Worker Killed After Being Struck in the Head by Backhoe

Construction Equipment

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is in the process of investigating the construction death of Jay Wasisang, who died after being struck in the head by a backhoe in Mangilao, Guam.

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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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Florida tops ABC’s 2018 Merit Shop Scorecard rankings

BD+C

Florida ranked first in the Associated Builders and Contractors 2018 Merit Shop Scorecard rankings. ABC cited the Sunshine State for its pro-construction policies, job growth, and opportunities for contractors. After the repeal of the state’s prevailing wage law, Michigan improved its rating the most during the past year, moving from 24 th to 7 th.

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Experts Forecast Three Residential Landscape Trends for 2019

Green Industry Professionals

More homeowners continue to plant food in their landscapes by using containers, ornamental edibles and herb gardens.

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3 Key Tips to Improve Customer Service

Contractor Magazine

Technicians, contractors, and business owners face similar issues when it comes to customer service in today’s increasingly competitive market. How do you resolve these pain points so you can focus on what you do best?

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Kaeser M82 Portable Compressor

Construction Equipment

The new M82 is the latest heavy-duty portable compressor in the Mobilair line, delivering up to 295 cfm at 100 psig. It includes a 37-gallon fuel tank for 10 hours of uninterrupted operation.

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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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Home Robbery Forces Man to Shut Down Local Lawn Care Business

Green Industry Professionals

The shed was busted open and the lawn care equipment stolen, including more than $2,000 worth of equipment.

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Loftness Battle Ax Mulcher for Skid Steers

Construction Equipment

The Battle Ax horizontal drum mulcher is designed specifically for skid steers, and features a new rotor, tooth design, and two-stage cutting chamber. It is available with 61- and 71-inch cutting widths for skid steers with 50 to 120 hydraulic horsepower.

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REHAU Appoints Theo Haast President and Dr. Thomas Troeger CMO of Americas

Contractor Magazine

Former Regional Head Christian Fabian transfers to Group Executive Board in Germany.

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NCCCO Releases Employer Guide on New Crane Operator Requirements

Construction Equipment

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) has published three employer guides on The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) updated crane operator requirements, addressing the organization's final rule training, certification, and evaluation.

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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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Execs Concerned About U.S. Economy, Confident In Own Companies

Business Facilities

Executives are taking a more tempered view of revenue and profit growth, but maintain fairly broad optimism about business expansion, according to AICPA survey. - Read: Execs Concerned About U.S. Economy, Confident In Own Companies at BusinessFacilities.com.

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John Deere 655K, 755K Crawler Loaders

Construction Equipment

The 655K and 755K crawler loaders use Tier 4-F John Deere PVS 6.8-liter engines that deliver more horsepower than predecessors: 155 for the 655K and 194 for the 755K.

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How to calculate quantity of earthwork in road

Construction Cost Estimating

In this civil engineering video tutorial, you will learn step-by-step guidelines for measuring the quantity of earthwork (soil) in road, railway, canal work with the help of mean area method. For explanation, the solution is given on the following example :- Example – Calculate the quantity of earthwork for an embankment with length 120 m and width 10 m at the top.

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Ann Arbor Is Defending its Right to Regulate Landscaping and Protect Trees

Green Industry Professionals

A proposed law could limit the city’s ability to require protection of certain trees and cultivation of urban green spaces.

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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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New Plan Submitted for Explosive Demolition of Old Tappan Zee Bridge

ENR Construction

Safety concerns could tilt the decision toward use of explosives on the partly dismantled old Hudson River crossing.

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Evans Landscaping Trial: 'Ergon Controlled the Money. Evans Did Not.'

Green Industry Professionals

The defense's first witness, Evans Landscaping general counsel, disputed much of the prior testimony given in the trial.

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Explosive New Demolition Plans Submitted for Old Tappan Zee Bridge

ENR Construction

Safety concerns could tilt the decision toward use of explosives on the partly dismantled old Hudson River crossing.

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