Construction Marketing
APRIL 30, 2018
The trade of steel is an important part of the global economy, with about five million people involved in making this metal worldwide and a further million people employed in service centers, galvanizing plants and trading. Every year the world produces about 1,600 million tons of crude steel – the equivalent weight of about 160,000 Eiffel Towers. It’s also of vital important to the US.
Construction Dive
APRIL 30, 2018
More firms are turning to technology to help them meet their jobsite and corporate staffing needs as well as boost their bottom lines.
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Construction Marketing
APRIL 30, 2018
A pipe flange is a mechanical device which serves the purpose of joining pipes together. It can be in the form of a welding neck where it’s welded to the flange collar or threaded where it’s screwed to the flange. Other methods include the use of a lap joint to make connections using a stub end, or a socket weld or a slip on. Here are 5 tips to use a steel pipe flange for the first time: 1.
BD+C
APRIL 30, 2018
The new Virginia Treatment Center for Children, part of the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, is one of the largest free-standing children’s mental health centers in the United States. The child-specific center uses design elements to both destigmatize behavioral and mental healthcare and support healing.
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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.
Construction Marketing
APRIL 30, 2018
Unemployment has dropped to below 5%, with positive employment figures showing that the economy added more than 230,000 new jobs in February. Yet, there has been much debate and concern over the state of industries – so how come? It’s not just here in the US either, over in the UK the unemployment is an identical rate of 4.7%. Yet we do need to realize that the face of employment has shifted massively.
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GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 30, 2018
Reducing your carbon footprint with admixtures. Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 04/30/2018 - 15:49. GCP Applied Technologies. April 30, 2018. Cement is the world’s most prevalent man made material, with approximately 0.56 tons produced annually for every person on earth. It binds concrete, which is used to construct much of the built environment – including homes, schools, offices, roads, runways, tunnels and bridges.
Construction Dive
APRIL 30, 2018
Construction companies nationwide are tapping into a pool of ex-offenders who are starting over with construction skills and credentials.
BD+C
APRIL 30, 2018
Renewable energy has a mixed outlook in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, due to a reluctance to invest from some countries and an inability to afford renewables in others, according to .
Construction Marketing Ideas
APRIL 30, 2018
There’s an interesting article in the Globe and Mail citing data from a recent working paper from the U.S. National Bureau of Economic Research (but for which, using Google, I cannot yet verify the original source document, though it may be this one at the NBER.) Writer Barry McKenna says the study sought to assess […].
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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.
BD+C
APRIL 30, 2018
New projects built to California’s CALGreen energy and green building codes are now pre-approved for significant streamlining of fundamental LEED v4 requirements.
BIM & Beam
APRIL 30, 2018
BIM 360 Design is Autodesk’s cloud worksharing, design collaboration, and data management product for improved project delivery. It joins the unified BIM 360 portfolio with a familiar composition — it enables the same Revit cloud worksharing that you’ve come to love in Collaboration for Revit, except that this worksharing functionality is now also built on the new BIM 360 platform.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 30, 2018
CMG Construction , based in Billings, Montana gave the Built Robotics autonomous skid steer a chance to prove itself last week on a live construction site in Billings.
BD+C
APRIL 30, 2018
Interesting op-ed article in Crain's Chicago Business (April 23, 2018) by Andrea Zopp, CEO, World Business Chicago, pointing out the differences in annual occupancy costs per square foot (annual mortgage payment + property tax) in U.S. cities. Leading the way: San Francisco, at $60.21 occupancy cost/sf, followed by Seattle ($29.10), Boston ($28.95), and the District of Columbia ($27.94).
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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?
Construction Equipment
APRIL 30, 2018
Following a review of the requirements put in place in 2016 regarding the “Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses” regulation, OSHA has taken action to correct an error that was made with regard to implementing the final rule.
BD+C
APRIL 30, 2018
With construction costs comprising between 60% and 85% of the budget for commercial developments, the need to efficiently oversee and balance resources is a top priority. Key to this challenge is the project manager (PM), who synthesizes data on costs, materials, and time to maintain the integrity and momentum of the job.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 30, 2018
Following a review of the requirements put in place in 2016 regarding the “Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses” regulation, OSHA has taken action to correct an error that was made with regard to implementing the final rule.
Business Facilities
APRIL 30, 2018
The boat manufacturer will invest $9 million to establish a new manufacturing facility in Ridgely, TN. - Read: Excel Boat Company Will Create 200 Jobs In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 30, 2018
Goodyear Tire & Rubber’s Enhanced EMTrack OTR (off-the-road) Tire-Performance Monitoring System is designed, says the company, “ to enable more accurate tire data collection, real-time reporting, and other benefits to help mining, construction, quarry, and port operations optimize tire performance.
Green Industry Professionals
APRIL 30, 2018
After being diagnosed with an immune disorder, a teen uses lawn mowing to help with anxiety and walking.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 30, 2018
Last Friday, the House passed a Federal Aviation Administration FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 H.R. 4 (393-13) that will renew the agency's funding into 2023. The bill would freeze authorizations for FAA’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants at their current $3.35-billion level through fiscal year 2023 thus avoiding the uncertainty of short-term extension bills.
Business Facilities
APRIL 30, 2018
The new manufacturing facility will support F-35 production growth and is expected to bring more than 80 new jobs to Pinellas Park, FL. - Read: Lockheed Martin Opens New Facility In Florida at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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!
Green Industry Professionals
APRIL 30, 2018
Automatic mowers have been around for a while, but has been a slower progression in the North American market.
ENR Construction
APRIL 30, 2018
At ISM Raceway in Avondale, Ariz., creating a new fan experience led to changing where the races start.
Green Industry Professionals
APRIL 30, 2018
Automatic mowers have been around for a while, but has been a slower progression in the North American market.
ENR Construction
APRIL 30, 2018
Skilled and trained laborers make all the difference on a job site, find out why.
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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!
Green Industry Professionals
APRIL 30, 2018
Pioneer Landscape Centers acquires Grand Materials & Supply, an Arizona-based distribution company.
ENR Construction
APRIL 30, 2018
Hirings, promotions and other achievements of note in the Southwest design, construction and engineering communities.
Construction Dive
APRIL 30, 2018
Heated exchanges between President Donald Trump's son-in-law and city officials may signal that the project's completion is unlikely.
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