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Diffrences Between Mortar and Grout

The Constructor

Mortar Mortar is a mixture of cement, sand and water made as a thick paste that is used to bind two surfaces with each other. It is majorly used in.

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The Top 10 Surveyor Posts of 2018

Viewpoint Construction Technology

As 2018 comes to a close, two things are clear: it was a transformative year in the construction software space, and there’s more activity than ever about our industry to keep up with. That’s partially why we started this blog […]. The post The Top 10 Surveyor Posts of 2018 appeared first on Viewpoint Surveyor.

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Backfilling Procedure in Basement

The Constructor

Proper backfilling of the basement is an important and essential step in the basement construction and its structural stability. Choosing the right.

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The Top 10 Surveyor Posts of 2018

Viewpoint Construction Technology

As 2018 comes to a close, two things are clear: it was a transformative year in the construction software space,

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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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Preventive Maintenance of Batching Plant

The Constructor

Preventive maintenance of batching plant is required to increase the batch plant efficiency as well as its lifespan. The maintenance cost required.

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What are the soil tests required for a 3 storey building?

The Constructor

What are the soil tests required for a 3 storey building and the standards for each test? The post What are the soil tests required for a 3 storey.

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Google plans $1B New York City project

Construction Dive

Through capital improvements, the tech giant will increase its presence by 1.7 million square feet near the Hudson River on Manhattan's West Side.

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Which cement is best for concrete slab construction? OPC or PPC?

The Constructor

Which cement is best for concrete slab construction? OPC or PPC? What is the difference and advantages of these cements for slab? The post Which.

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Data and analytics are becoming essential for EC firms competing to rebuild America’s infrastructure

BD+C

An expanding engineering and construction industry faces a digital future that is not only reshaping cities but also how the industry’s businesses operate. This is one of the key observations that Deloitte Consulting presents in its recent paper “2019 Engineering and Construction Industry Outlook.” The paper’s author—Michelle Meisels, Principal and Engineering and Construction Leader—emphasizes the centrality of data analysis in the ability of the industry to deliver urban projects for cities wh

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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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Confidence index holding steady, despite challenges ahead

Construction Dive

Despite optimism, contractors are concerned about limited labor and higher material costs, found the USG and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's fourth-quarter Commercial Construction Index.

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Redesigning the intergenerational village: Innovative solutions for communities and homes of the future

BD+C

Design is innovation. And innovation in architectural design poses a challenge to reimagine space, reinterpret architectural vocabulary, repurpose material and reinvent building techniques – all with the ultimate aim of reshaping the environment in which we dwell.

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$50B of development in Washington, DC's pipeline

Construction Dive

Residential represents the biggest share of the construction boom, but many hotel, office and retail projects are also underway.

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Gahhhh and greatness (all within minutes): Or how to mess up and still find the ultimate construction marketing solutions

Construction Marketing Ideas

I’m writing this post in the middle of a self-induced website crisis. Carelessly, I uploaded some files onto the server, and managed in the process to trash one of our company’s major websites — just as we were preparing to launch a new publication issue. Ouch. Not all is lost, of course. I can tell […].

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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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Paper mill piping project gets 3D spin

BD+C

For a recent U.S. paper mill project, a global supplier of specialty papers and engineered products called upon the experts at Piping Layout Consultants (PLC), a full-service, mechanical design firm based in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Business Development Manager Job Description

Help Everybody Everyday

This page was created to help you: Put together a great job description for a Business Development Manager position. Understand what a Business Development Manager is and what you should expect from one. Learn more about being a Business Development Manager. This specific page simply gives you the Business Development Manager job description. This site also provides supplementary material related to business development and what you should expect from your Business Development Manager.

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More-frequent catastrophes are exposing commercial real estate and properties to potentially higher insurance rates

BD+C

The commercial property and casualty (P&C) market is driven by two powerful, albeit conflicting, forces: large catastrophic losses and excess capital. As a substantial part of real estate development is happening in areas exposed to floods, wildfires, severe storms, hurricanes and earthquakes, insurance companies are rethinking how to deploy their capital to manage aggregation in catastrophe exposed areas.

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Infrastructure Spending Back on the Agenda

Construction Equipment

State and local government investment in infrastructure hasn’t quite returned to its peak, but it is now showing signs of recovery. According to the Wall Street Journal, bigger state and local tax collections are currently boosting capital projects and driving a municipal borrowing boom.

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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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Google announces new $1B Hudson Square campus project

BD+C

Not to be outdone by Amazon and Apple , Google recently announced its very own campus expansion project: Google Hudson Square. The $1 billion project will establish a new campus and expand the company’s New York City presence.

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Construction Employment Rises in November, Hourly Pay Jumps 3.7 Percent

Construction Equipment

Construction employment increased by 5,000 jobs in November and 282,000 jobs over the past year. Average pay continued to increase, and unemployment decreased to a historic low, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).

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Development in Africa, Asia, and uptake in air conditioning will require more efficient buildings

BD+C

As development increases in Africa and Asia, and the adoption of air conditioning grows around the globe, pressure on the building sector to continue to boost energy efficiency may grow.

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Indigo Ag Establishing North American HQ In Tennessee

Business Facilities

The agricultural technology company will invest $6.6 million and create approximately 700 jobs at its new Memphis headquarters over the next three years. - Read: Indigo Ag Establishing North American HQ In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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New Startup Delves into Automated Lawn Care Robots

Green Industry Professionals

The first product, a retrofit kit that sits atop of a commercial mower, is being marketed solely toward lawn care companies.

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Essel Propack Investing $31.2M In Virginia

Business Facilities

The packaging company will create 45 new jobs with an expansion of its Danville, VA manufacturing facility. - Read: Essel Propack Investing $31.2M In Virginia at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Some major cement ingredients and their uses

Construction Cost Estimating

Cement is considered as strong binding material for building construction. So, there should be proper knowledge on the composition of cement. The functionality of cement constituents plays a major role for cement composition. To attain the superior quality of cement, the amount of constituents should be modified at the time of producing cement. Formation of Cement - The following constituents are part and parcel of cement.

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Rad Projects of 2018

Stok

After a year like 2018, all we can really say is thank you. It’s been an absolute freaking pleasure innovating with our incredible clients and collaborating with project teams on some crazy exciting work. We’re grateful to get to be a part of it and so stoked to see the mind-blowing projects our clients and partners brought from vision to reality this year.

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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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Cape Cod Woman Crusades against Potentially Harmful Herbicides

Green Industry Professionals

She hopes all 15 Cape Cod towns won’t use the herbicide Roundup or other products containing glyphosate.

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TDIndustries Promotes Sheri Tillman to General Counsel

Contractor Magazine

Tillman will take on a broader role of providing legal advice and will serve as a primary liaison with external legal counsel.

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Maxim RM4H Commercial Tiller

Green Industry Professionals

Mix, Till, and Dig with Maxim's Commercial Compact Tiller: the RM4H. With Maxim's serviceable roller chain and sprocket transmission, the tines (approximately 150 rpm) can really throw dirt. The combination of durability, ease of operation, and.