Bill would allow temporary visas for construction workers
Construction Dive
MARCH 19, 2019
The AGC urged support of a Pennsylvania congressman's proposal to supplement the construction labor force with temporary foreign workers.
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Redefining Construction Document Management
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 19, 2019
As contractors digitize the days of paperwork nightmares like these can be a thing of the past. The one constant on any construction project is change. The end result of a completed building, roadway or other structure is almost never exactly how it was drawn up in the beginning. Once building begins, plans, specs and drawings are tweaked as efficiencies are noted, errors are corrected or work gets completed throughout the process.
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Creating a Simplified System for Spawning Digital Twins
ENR Construction
MARCH 19, 2019
The drive to create “digital twins” of physical facilities is transiting from idea to reality, as sophisticated owners and their construction management consultants begin harnessing the growing power of computer processing, reality capture and improved data management tools and techniques to begin putting digital meat on the twins’ bones.
ConTech expert Niels Falk: Construction needs to stop running on tradition
Lets Build
MARCH 19, 2019
“It’s a choice to run on tradition, not a fact. We need to stop running on tradition and start running on data!” This is one of the main points made by Niels Falk, Partner and CEO at HD Lab, during his keynote speech at European ConTech Summit 2019. The discussion took place in London at.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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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.
LEAN Job Order Contracting – Today
Job Order Contracting
MARCH 19, 2019
Lean Integrated Project Delivery (Lean/IPD), and more specifically OpenJOC(TM) LEAN Job Order Contracting is a robust process and toolset that delivers significant and measurable benefits facilities and project owners, operators, and builders. Engaging all project participants in an early and on-going basis through a. non-traditional, BEST VALUE partner selection and team forming process focused upon mutually beneficial, long-term relationships, enables the entire value stream to be maximized fo
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DuPont Investing $200M In Ohio Expansion
Business Facilities
MARCH 19, 2019
DuPont is expanding its plant in Circleville, OH, investing in its Kapton® film production capabilities and creating 46 jobs. - Read: DuPont Investing $200M In Ohio Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.
Porsche’s next-gen showroom prototype opens in Palm Springs, Ca.
BD+C
MARCH 19, 2019
Described as the first-of-its-kind, Porsche Palm Springs was designed to provide customers with architectural and tech-immersive elements that offer an exclusive Porsche experience.
Redefining Construction Document Management
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MARCH 19, 2019
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Green innovation in the construction industry
BD+C
MARCH 19, 2019
As concern for climate change and dwindling natural resources increases, there has been a global shift in the construction industry. Sustainable design is being applied to save energy and conserve finite resources while protecting air and water quality. Sherwin-Williams Coil Coatings is at the forefront of green innovation.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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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.
Feds charge New Jersey contractor with defrauding schools
Construction Dive
MARCH 19, 2019
Prosecutors allege that Orba Construction Co. turned in false certified payrolls for work it performed on New York City School Construction Authority projects.
The business case for environmentally-friendly facilities
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 19, 2019
The business case for environmentally-friendly facilities. Phillip.fry@gc…. Tue, 03/19/2019 - 16:06. GCP Applied Technologies. March 19, 2019. Environmentally-friendly buildings appeal to many of today’s corporations looking to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability. As you embark on your next big development project, it can be advantageous to consider how the type of concrete slab as well as the paving you use can radically reduce your carbon footprint – and save money in the process. .
Kiewit wraps up $3.3B Alaskan Way Viaduct replacement with demolition
Construction Dive
MARCH 19, 2019
The $97 million demo is the final phase of the defunct Seattle freeway's $3.3 billion replacement with the new State Route 99 tunnel.
Conserva Irrigation Grows National Footprint with Florida Expansion
Green Industry Professionals
MARCH 19, 2019
The franchise is now serving 29 counties in the Sunshine State, and seeking to expand into Tallahassee, Tampa, Naples and Miami.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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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?
ELFF March Confidence Index Released
Construction Equipment
MARCH 19, 2019
The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry has been released, with 20 percent of executives saying they believe business conditions will improve over the next four months, up from 10 percent in February.
The Sixth Annual Mower Madness Tournament Begins
Green Industry Professionals
MARCH 19, 2019
The bracket-style competition determines the best-loved lawn mower brand in the U.S. and enters voters into a mower giveaway.
Engcon’s Big Dig Day
Digger Blog
MARCH 19, 2019
Excavator operators from across the UK are invited to get hands-on experience and see for themselves the impact that tiltrotators can have on their working lives at Engcon’s first Big Dig Day of 2019. Excavator operators from across the UK are invited to get hands-on experience and see for themselves the impact that tiltrotators can have on their working lives at Engcon’s first Big Dig Day of 2019.
Landscaping Enterprise Employs Residents Who Face Hiring Barriers
Green Industry Professionals
MARCH 19, 2019
Blue Skies seeks to build a highly skilled team, and it invests earnings in training and certifications for employees.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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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.
Ten Tips For Project Management Success
Contractor Bookkeeping
MARCH 19, 2019
Today's Guest Article Is From Marry Maddyson. On the surface, project management is a straightforward task. You set requirements for a project, get the right people, monitor the work and everything gets done on time. Well, it is more complicated than that and in reality, most projects managers are harassed a lot. Many things that can go wrong do go wrong leading to delays and budget overshoot among other problems.
I Never Saw it Coming
Contractor Magazine
MARCH 19, 2019
I am now at a point in my life where sometimes I can actually see some things coming ahead of time. And there is one thing I see coming in the future that we in the industry need to address.
Plan for transformation of Lower Manhattan streetscapes unveiled
BD+C
MARCH 19, 2019
The Financial District Neighborhood Association ( FDNA ) released “ Make Way for Lower Manhattan ,” a multi-year report to provide a vision to transform the historic neighborhood and create safer and cleaner streets.
New Insights Into The Global Market for Heat Pumps
Contractor Magazine
MARCH 19, 2019
Surging demand for sustainable and cost-effective heating and cooling solutions predicted to stimulate the market share.
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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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!
Volvo CE Wins Gold for LEGO Construction Vehicle Design
Construction Equipment
MARCH 19, 2019
Volvo CE’s concept wheel loader “ZEUX,” a digital prototype for an autonomous construction machine, won the Gold Award in the Professional Concept discipline at the global iF Design Awards on Friday, March 15.
Cook County General Hospital's $90-Million Redevelopment Saves a Chicago Icon
ENR Construction
MARCH 19, 2019
Until last year, Cook County General Hospital sat vacant for 17 years. As redevelopment plans fizzled, graffiti from squatters began to turn up inside the 1.2-million-sq-ft building once known as Chicago’s Ellis Island.
ELFA March Confidence Index Released
Construction Equipment
MARCH 19, 2019
The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry has been released, with 20 percent of executives saying they believe business conditions will improve over the next four months, up from 10 percent in February.
Craig and Diane Martin Endow First of its Kind Construction Safety Center at Kansas
ENR Construction
MARCH 19, 2019
Craig Martin, a University of Kansas alumnus, and his wife, Diane, recently made a gift of $3.5 million to establish the Center for Construction Safety at KU’s School of Engineering.
Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High
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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!
Custom Truck Partners with EZ Trac
Construction Equipment
MARCH 19, 2019
Custom Truck One Source has partnered with EZ Trac, authorizing Custom Truck as a dealer and installer in the U.S. Through the partnership, customers will have access to EZ Track at all Custom Truck locations in the U.S., as well as Custom Truck’s service network.
Florida Reservoir Project Sets Records for Owner and Contractor
ENR Construction
MARCH 19, 2019
The five-year, $524-million lump-sum contract is the largest ever awarded by the South Florida Water Management District under the $16.4-billion Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan and the first CERP project for the contractor.
Genie Develops New Telematics Platform
Construction Equipment
MARCH 19, 2019
Genie now offers Lift Connect telematics on all new scissors, boom, and telehandlers including a three-year subscription. Telematics hardware for Genie GR and QS vertical masts, TZ trailer-mounted booms, as well as for Terex and Genie branded light towers, can be purchased as an option.
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