Thu.Jan 31, 2019

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Engineering the Digitalized Jobsite

Construction Business Owner

Last week, Autodesk announced the official closing of its acquisition of BuildingConnected, an online bid management solution designed to serve general contractors and subcontractors. The tech solution facilitates a more streamlined bidding process and gives users access to a network of industry contacts. The closing follows two other Autodesk acquisitions in 2018: PlanGrid and Assemble Systems.

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State of the Construction Industry: January Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We’re one month into 2019 and already there are some big stories making waves across the United States — from the government shutdown and battle over a potential border wall to the impacts from tariffs and concerns of a slowing economy. In construction, however, signs point to at least one more big year, with a rush of infrastructure projects getting rolled out, new technologies showing positive impacts and new ideas to overcome labor shortages.

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The Return on Investment in People

Construction Business Owner

How mentorship increases your ROI and makes for a successful company and culture. .

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3 Wooden Furniture Making Tips

Construction Marketing

Wooden furniture is not going away any time soon. Carpenters and woodworkers have continually found ways of reinventing and reincarnating wood furniture over time. This is done by coming up with creative designs and shapes that ensure that wooden furniture remains stylish for the long haul. Whether a couch, a cabinet, a bed, a dining set, or a table, wood never disappoints.

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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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State of the Construction Industry: January 2019 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

We’re one month into 2019 and already there are some big stories making waves across the United States.

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How to manage late payments and non-payments for contractors

Lets Build

Let’s face it. Builders seldom get the payment for their work at the right time with the exact amount. The harsh reality is that contractors seem like at the bottom of the payment pile. Late payments and unpaid invoices are huge headaches for numerous small construction businesses and even for most independent contractors in many.

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LEAN Performance-based Construction Services Procurement and Project Delivery

Job Order Contracting

LEAN Performance-based Construction Services Procurement and Project Delivery. Consistently Deliver Quality Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction Projects On-Time & On-Budget! NOVEMBER 27, 2018. Traditional procurement and construction delivery methods commonly produce poor outcomes. The integration of best value procurement with collaborative LEAN construction delivery, as in the case of the 4BT OpenJOC Job Order Contracting Solution(TM), consistently provides significantly improve

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Green & For All

Construction Business Owner

An in-depth Q&A with the Ramboland project team, winners of the USGBC Malcom Lewis IMPACT! Award.

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New York City will reform construction bid process

BD+C

After studies found that municipal building projects in New York City took far longer and were more costly than similar projects in the private sector, city officials will unveil a plan to reform the bidding process, Crain’s New York reported.

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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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Nashville, Bozeman Top 2019 Economic Strength Ranking

Business Facilities

POLICOM’s annual ranking of U.S. Metropolitan and Micropolitan statistical areas is based on their long-term tendency to consistently grow in both size and quality. - Read: Nashville, Bozeman Top 2019 Economic Strength Ranking at BusinessFacilities.com.

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The Glorya Kaufman Performing Arts Center begins construction

BD+C

Construction is now underway on the Glorya Kaufman Performing Arts Center located on the Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services campus. The building combines a remodel of and an addition to an existing temple building that was built in 1965 as the campus Synagogue.

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DOJ settles with Washington, DC, Metro's Silver Line concrete supplier for $1M

Construction Dive

The agreement settles allegations that Universal Concrete Products falsified test records for concrete panels used in the extension of the Metrorail line.

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Admixtures and sustainability

GCP Applied Technologies

Admixtures and sustainability. Phillip.fry@gc…. Thu, 01/31/2019 - 13:31. GCP Applied Technologies. January 31, 2019. Cement additives and concrete admixtures are construction chemicals that reliably improve the sustainability of a broad range of cement-based systems. This improvement can be derived from enhancing durability and strength through water reduction, and catalyzing the cement hydration process to enable replacement of clinker with supplementary cementitious materials. .

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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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California wage deal could boost housing development

Construction Dive

Proposed legislation could offer regulatory relief to residential developers in exchange for guaranteed wages for workers and other benefits.

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Top Three Ways to Make Your Next Warehouse Project More Marketable

GCP Applied Technologies

Top Three Ways to Make Your Next Warehouse Project More Marketable. Phillip.fry@gc…. Thu, 01/31/2019 - 13:25. GCP Applied Technologies. January 31, 2019. Industrial brokers and developers are always seeking new ways to differentiate their warehouse projects and make them appealing to potential tenants. DUCTILCRETE® engineered slab systems can help to make a warehouse more appealing to corporate tenants by: Driving down warehouse operating costs.

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Today’s the final day (Jan. 31, 2019) for Best Construction Blog competition nominations

Construction Marketing Ideas

In just a few hours (from writing) the nominations will close for the 2019 Best Construction Blog Competition . There’s been a healthy surge in nominations in the past few days, indicating a solid competition. At the moment, 21 individuals have returned nomination forms, some with more than one blog referenced, but some of the nominations are […].

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Genie to Release Fleet Management Platform ‘Lift Connect’

Construction Equipment

Genie’s Lift Connect program, a new rental fleet management solution, will soon allow managers to know how their equipment is performing, how often a piece is being utilized, and when each unit is ready for maintenance.

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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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First phase of SickKids campus redevelopment plan unveiled

BD+C

B+H Architects recently revealed the design of the Patient Support Centre (PSC) located on the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) campus. The 22-story tower represents the first phase of Project Horizon, the SickKids campus redevelopment plan.

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Manitowoc Releases Free App for Boom Setup

Construction Equipment

Manitowoc has announced a new smartphone app for iOS and Android that will allow crane operators to determine the overall boom and jib length combination required for a lift.

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New Jersey lawmakers keep pressure on feds to help fund $13B Hudson River tunnel

Construction Dive

The tunnel sustained significant damage from Superstorm Sandy in 2012 and could fail in the next 10 to 15 years.

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KanPak U.S. Opens New Warehouse In Kansas

Business Facilities

The 202,800-square-foot Arkansas City facility will serve customers such as Chick-fil-A and Whataburger, among others. - Read: KanPak U.S. Opens New Warehouse In Kansas 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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Volvo Q4 Net Sales Increase 21 Percent to $2.2 Billion

Construction Equipment

Volvo CE’s Q4 net sales increased by 21 percent to $2.2 billion. Operating income rose by 19 percent, and amounted to $2.4 million. These earnings were impacted by higher sales, offset by production costs and selling expenses. Full year net sales increased by 27 percent to $9.

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3D Drone Mapping Captures Project Conditions from the Air

PC Construction

Waterhead Mill, located in Lowell, Massachusetts, is a four-story, brick building originally built in the early 20th century as a corduroy mill. The building is situated on a two-acre site surrounded by the Concord River.

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Dolan Named President/CEO of Custom Equipment

Construction Equipment

Terry Dolan has been named president/CEO of Custom Equipment, LLC. He was most recently president of Ritchie Bros. “Terry’s background and industry expertise are the perfect fit for the company’s future,” said Steve Ellis, board chairman.

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Hyundai unwraps new 90 tonner

Digger Blog

Hyundai has replaced its R800LC-9 crawler excavator with the new 90-tonne HX900 L. Hyundai has replaced its R800LC-9 crawler excavator with the new 90-tonne HX900 L.

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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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Student housing series: Designing a home away from home in The Golden State

BD+C

Student housing projects serve as home away from home but still need to give the student residents the most authentic collegiate experience. Colleges and universities have embraced the idea of infusing local flavor into standardized principles to create residential facilities specific to that student population. My recent design work on a student housing project at the University of California, Davis revealed the challenges and restrictions unique to California that make these types of projects

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How bubble deck technology is used in construction work

Construction Cost Estimating

Bubble Deck belongs to the original combination method of connecting air, steel and concrete in two-way structural slab. Hollow plastic balls is embedded into the slab and reinforced with steel. The end result eliminates up to 35% of concrete that contains carrying effect at the time of restoring the two-way span strength. It can be used with most of the buildings particularly open floor design : educational, commercial, hospital and other organizational buildings.

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Nonresidential Building Spending to Grow through 2019, Cautious Outlook for 2020

Construction Superintendent Magazine

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Nonresidential construction spending on buildings is projected to grow by 4.4 percent through 2019, according to a new consensus forecast from The American Institute of Architects. Healthy gains in the industrial and institutional building sectors have bolstered growth projections for 2019; however, the AIA Consensus Construction Forecast Panel—consisting of leading economic forecasters—is suggesting that a broader economic downturn may be materializing over the next 12-24 mon