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How Has the Gig Economy Affected the Construction Industry?

Construction Business Owner

Construction Business Owner's industry experts weigh in on how the increase in freelance workers has affected contractors.

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11 Properties of Ceramic Tiles Flooring for use in Buildings

The Constructor

Ceramic tiles are commonly used flooring material for all types of buildings such as residential, commercial or public buildings. Ceramic tiles.

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The Role of Construction Software Technology in Mitigating Risk

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Conflicts and other project risks can delay work and negatively impact bottom lines. If you do a little digging, you may notice that many industries utilise development and maintenance processes that are often repetitive and standardised across the scope of their operations. This may work for them. However, within the construction sector there are multiple aspects which require different approaches, meaning a one-size fits all approach is not appropriate.

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5 Special Types of Flooring used in Building Construction

The Constructor

There are various types of flooring used in building construction, but these 5 special types of flooring are different from commonly used types. They.

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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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How Has the Gig Economy Affected the Construction Industry?

Construction Business Owner

Construction Business Owner's industry experts weigh in on how the increase in freelance workers has affected contractors.

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Global Investment: Destinations Of Choice

Business Facilities

Attracting foreign direct investment has become a top priority for economic development organizations seeking to leverage the status of the U.S. as the top global destination for FDI. - Read: Global Investment: Destinations Of Choice at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Plantworx 2019 preview: what to see

Digger Blog

The UK's dedicated working construction event with a showcase of plant, tools, equipment & services takes place from Tuesday 11th to Thursday 13th June 2019 at the East of England Arena in Peterborough.

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11 trends in senior living

BD+C

Enter The Carillon at Belleview Station from the streets of Denver’s bustling Tech Center District, and your first impression is of a residence that is contemporary, sleek, and upscale. The sliding glass doors open to a quartz-and-wood reception desk with a staggered row of pendant lights overhead and a striking abstract painting on the wall. A floor-to-ceiling stone-look porcelain tile wall is accented with a greenery-filled window that peers into the expansive lobby.

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The slow story (or when will you finally report on the Best Construction Blog winner)?

Construction Marketing Ideas

Voting for the 2019 Best Construction Blog competition opened in January, and concluded at the end of March. Why then, haven’t I announced the finalists for the judged portion of the competition? The main reason for the slowness here is entirely my doing — with the challenges of managing our bootstrap launch of Ontario Construction […].

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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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Volvo Hybrid Excavator Could Improve Fuel Efficiency by 17 Percent

Construction Equipment

Volvo is testing a hybrid excavator that harvests “free” energy generated by the down motion of the excavator’s boom, using it to supercharge the hydraulic system.

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Ciminelli, other Buffalo Billion players appeal convictions

Construction Dive

The head of general contractor LP Ciminelli is appealing his sentence of 28 months in federal prison, a $500,000 fine and the release of $7.6 million in profit, primarily by claiming the state was not harmed by his actions.

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eBook Offers Tips to Construction Careers

Construction Equipment

The Ultimate Construction Career Guide, available for free download from Conexpo, includes articles and guides that provide tips and advice for those interested in the construction trades.

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Nonresidential construction spending up 6.4% year over year in April

BD+C

According to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data released today, national nonresidential construction spending rose 0.3% in April, totaling $792.6 billion on a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, which is a 6.4% increase compared to the same time last year. While public nonresidential spending expanded 4.8% on a monthly basis and increased 15.4% since April 2018, private nonresidential spending fell 2.9% in April and is up just 0.6 % year-over-year.

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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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Construction Employment Increases in 250 Metros, Declines in 53

Construction Equipment

Construction employment grew in 250 out of 358 metro areas between April 2018 and 2019, declined in 53, and was unchanged in 55, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).

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Florida may eliminate certificate of need requirement for new hospitals

BD+C

A bill now before Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis includes a repeal of the certificate of need (CON) requirement for new hospital construction.

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Terex Utilities TL Series Aerial Platform

Construction Equipment

Truck-mounted TL Series aerial platforms includes TL80, TL100, and TL80/112 with 80-, 100-, and 112-foot working heights, respectively. Two-person platforms handle up to 800 pounds and rotate 180 degrees. Platforms can be lowered to within inches of the ground.

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Haskell invests in BLOX, creator of modular-based delivery method

BD+C

AEC firm Haskell says it has made a strategic investment in BLOX, creator of what it calls “the Design Manufacture Construct (DMC) delivery method.”. “DMC is an emerging movement that combines vertically-integrated, innovative design with modular construction, ultimately delivering manufacturing efficiency and customer value,” according to a Haskell news release.

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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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Landscape software firm LMN marks decade with move to new headquarters

Green Industry Professionals

The leading landscape management software provider, LMN, expands to a newly designed office in Markham, Ontario that reflects its strong team culture, further promotes workplace happiness and will serve to attract new talent.

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4.1% annual growth in office asking rents above five-year compound annual growth rate

BD+C

Transwestern’s first quarter national office report confirmed the general opinion that the U.S. office market remains strong, with overall vacancy holding steady at 9.8%. National average asking rents nudged higher during the quarter to $26.63 per square foot, reflecting a 4.1% annual growth rate that exceeded the five-year compound annual average (CAGR) of 3.4%.

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Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas finds traction in snow removal market

Green Industry Professionals

Company will exhibit snow management solutions at SIMA Symposium

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12-story mixed-use development opens in Washington, D.C.

BD+C

Columbia Place, a 12-story mixed-use development in Washington, D.C. features hospitality, residential, and retail offerings in the Shaw Historic District. The recently completed adaptive reuse project incorporates eight historic buildings, one of which is a Civil War-era home, into the design.

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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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Hyundai HL900 Series wheel loader

Green Industry Professionals

Hyundai's Tier 4 Final HL900 wheel loaders deliver as much as 5% greater productivity and 10% lower fuel consumption compared to the previous 9A series loaders

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Four Steps to Growing Your Contracting Business with Smart Leak Detection

Contractor Magazine

Did you know that you are part of a fast-growing industry? The Bureau of Labor and Statistics reports that plumbing and HVAC jobs are expected to grow by 16 and 15%, respectively, by the year 2024 – which is much faster than the national average.

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How to generate a floor plan to scale for any space

Construction Cost Estimating

Given below, some vital steps and items for creating a solid diagram for floor plan: List requirements: Create a brief list of the requirements of the people who will capture the space. Measure - Ensure to obtain the exact measurements for the following items : Exterior walls or footprint of your space, any doorways or entries, and windows. The walls from side to side and from the floor to the ceiling.

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PakGlobal

Green Industry Professionals

PAKGlobal is a leading source for custom-made fabric products and supplies. Founded in 1971 by Larry Galloway, PAK has a proven track record of superior quality made-to-order products that outlast and outperform. PAKGlobal is poised to become a.

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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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Residential development reaps multiple benefits from permeable pavement infrastructure

BD+C

. The Challenge. Meridian is the fastest growing city in Idaho, currently boasting more than 85,000 residents. This fast-paced growth means high demand for new homes and increased competition among residential developers to appeal to selective buyers. With plans for a 500-acre master planned community in northwest Meridian, the developer for BridgeTower Heights wanted to create an upscale look while at the same time reducing infrastructure costs and maximizing the amount of land available for d

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Bringing Lamar High School Into the Future

ENR Construction

Extensive campus overhaul updates this Houston high school with a new academic wing and renovations to an 80-year-old building.

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Johnson Controls Releases Enterprise Management 2.0 Platform

Contractor Magazine

The platform utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies to proactively analyze building data.