Wed.Nov 21, 2018

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2018 Holiday Gift Guide

Construction Business Owner

CAT FOOTWEAR. ExcavatorXL Boot. The launch of the waterproof ExcavatorXL boot series offers an EaseHD (heavy duty) footbed, an aggressive rubber bumper on the toe box for extended wear, and an extended contoured last for even more room and superior all-day comfort, and comes with a 60-Day Comfort Guarantee.

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How to make Salt Finish Concrete Surface

The Constructor

Salt finish concrete surface is obtained by inserting course grain salt particles on the wet concrete surface and washing it off after the concrete.

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Are You Liable for Your Employee’s Sexual Misconduct?

Construction Business Owner

It is tempting to turn away from the steady drumbeat of disturbing news regarding sexual harassment. Because this news is so unpleasant, it can be alluring to convince yourself that sexual harassment couldn’t (and doesn’t) take place on your construction sites or in your office.

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Concrete Gutter Construction- Methods and Work Procedure

The Constructor

Gutter is a concrete component that constructed beside pavements. The function of concrete gutter is to discharge water and prevent it to infiltrate.

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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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2019 Construction Marketing Outlook Webcast and Survey

Construction Marketing

The Construction Marketing Association (CMA) announces a national webcast focused on marketing plans and priorities for 2019 in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. The free webcast for members and non-member is scheduled for Thursday, January 17, 2019 at 1 pm CST. The webcast will detail results of a national survey that identifies marketing strategies and tactical plans, including marketing spending in 2019.

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Autodesk to acquire PlanGrid for $875M cash

Construction Dive

In a world of integration among parallel and sometimes complementary software and technology firms geared for the construction industry, two of the arguably biggest names in the space will merge next quarter.

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Colorado’s Advanced Industries Are Booming

Business Facilities

The Rocky Mountain State is supporting advanced industries through phases of growth with four types of grants and two global business programs. - Read: Colorado’s Advanced Industries Are Booming at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Maryland could split $7.6B toll lane initiative into several P3s

Construction Dive

The MDOT says it is looking for "shockingly innovative approaches" to carrying out public-private partnerships for the expansions of Interstates 495 and 270.

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The world is small; the world is big

Construction Marketing Ideas

We’ve just returned home from our 25th anniversary vacation to New York, Singapore and Malaysia. The flights — including the ultra-long-distance 17 hour flight from Singapore to Newark — were okay, and there was luck in scheduling and timing. For example, Singapore Airlines uses the gate next door to Porter Airlines; an extreme in contrast). […].

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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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Tech Toys: Autonomous drones that don't use GPS, refreshed crane lift planning software

Construction Dive

Other new products include an application that can manage point clouds with billions of data points and a production-scale 3D printing system.

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Infosys To Create 1,200 Jobs In Australia

Business Facilities

The company will open three Innovation Hubs and create new skilled jobs for graduates and professionals by 2020. - Read: Infosys To Create 1,200 Jobs In Australia at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Fort Bragg plans $699M, 6-year construction program

Construction Dive

The value of planned retail projects and infrastructure improvements, along with construction underway, exceeds $1 billion at the North Carolina U.S. Army installation.

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Where Are The Most, Least Expensive U.S. Office Markets?

Business Facilities

Here's a rundown of the most and least expensive private sector office markets in the United States based on total operating expenses, courtesy of BOMA International. - Read: Where Are The Most, Least Expensive U.S. Office Markets? at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Tech Toys: The latest drone, VR, robot, software upgrades for construction

Construction Dive

These are some of the newest announcements in the world of technology tools that promise to save contractors time, money and labor on the jobsite and in the office.

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VIDEO: Internet of Things Technology in Construction PPE

Construction Equipment

As Internet of Things (IoT) technology continues to increase in popularity, more devices will begin to provide immediate, real-time information. From the amount of steps you take per day, to weather and road conditions, IoT technology saves time, and improves productivity across the board.

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Toyota, Mazda break ground on $1.6B Alabama auto plant

Construction Dive

Michigan-based Ghafari Associates, providing architectural and engineering services, began work on the new Huntsville facility, which is set for 2021 completion.

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VIDEO: China’s New Subterranean Hotel, Built Within Quarry, Offers Underwater Rooms

Construction Equipment

After nearly a decade of construction, China’s InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland has opened about 20 miles southwest of Shanghai. The hotel is mostly subterranean, built into the side of a quarry in the Sheshan Mountain Range.

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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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Specialty Construction: Milwaukee Bucks Arena Steel Erection

ENR Construction

The construction of the new Milwaukee Bucks Arena, as well as the steel erection, had an aggressive schedule and steel erection was the critical path of the project.

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OSHA Investigating Worker Death at Iowa Wind Farm

Construction Equipment

OSHA is investigating the death of a construction worker at Turtle Creek Wind Farm in Mitchell County, Iowa. The fatal accident occurred around 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 17, while the worker loaded equipment onto the site. The worker has since been identified as Joseph Hill of Minnesota.

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ICC/ASHRAE/USGBC/IES Green Model Code Integrates Existing Standards

ENR Construction

The release this month of the 2018 edition of the International Green Construction Code marks the first time two sustainability standards developers have joined to foster green buildings and streamline code adoption.

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Caterpillar D6 XE Dozer

Construction Equipment

The 215-horsepower D6 crawler dozer offers either electric drive (XE) or fully automatic powertrain, with operating weight ranging from 47,949 to 53,126 pounds. With both drives, the operator sets the ground speed and maximum power is provided based on load.

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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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Autodesk's Announced Acquisition of PlanGrid Aims to Tackle the Design-to-Construction Disconnect

ENR Construction

Integrating design document creation and project execution into a unified platform is the strategic goal of Autodesk's $875 million acquisition of a tech startup that set out to replace blueprints with digital workflows delivered by mobile devices on jobsites, seven years ago.

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ASHRAE Seeks Third Round of Comments on Legionella Guideline 12

Contractor Magazine

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Why Using Big Data Mitigates Risk and Helps Construction Businesses Take Flight

ENR Construction

Construction companies that adopt technology to accelerate delivery can achieve real efficiencies. But if they aren’t also gaining insight from the project data, they’re missing a major opportunity. It’s like building a better, more powerful jet engine, then never actually leaving the ground.

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Firms Seek Strategies for Charitable Giving

ENR Construction

Experts say a more coherent but less top-down approach can help contractors optimize their corporate philanthropy.

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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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Small Projects (under $10 million): Harrison/Dever Crib Complex Structural Renovations

ENR Construction

The Harrison-Dever water purification cribs are interconnected buildings located 2.5 miles east of the shoreline in Lake Michigan.

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Amazon To Build Headquarters in New York City and Washington, DC

ENR Construction

As Amazon’s decision to split its second headquarters between New York City and metropolitan Washington, D.C., draws plaudits and criticism regarding incentives used to lure the e-commerce giant, contractors are weighing the impacts of major new construction programs in what are already the nation’s top two construction markets.

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OSHA Releases Final Crane Rule

ENR Construction

The Occupational Safety and Heath Administration published the final version of its new crane rule on Nov. 9, which covers training and certification for crane operators.

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