Wed.Aug 10, 2022

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The Connected Construction Professional Series: Operations and Project Management Roles

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How Connected Construction Solutions Can Simplify Your Work, Reduce the Typical Project Headaches, and Get You Home in Time for Dinner for a Change.

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Applications of Controlled Low-Strength Materials (CLSM)

The Constructor

Controlled low-strength material (CLSM) is a self-consolidating cementing material used primarily as an alternative to compacted fill (ACI 229R). It is intended to result in a compressive strength of 1200 psi or less. CLSM mixture usually consists of water, portland cement, fly ash or similar products, fine aggregates, coarse aggregate, or both. The material is […].

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7 Habits for Highly Effective Project Management in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The role of a project manager in construction is more critical than ever. Read these tips for effective Project Management in Construction.

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Work Boots Vs Motorcycle Boots: What’s the Difference?

Work Gearz

There is not much difference between a work boot and a motorcycle boot, as what we look for in a solid pair of boots is safety and comfort. And both work and motorcycle boot provides us that.  However, there are considerable differences between the two and that is why they are employed for different activities.  The most noticeable difference between a work boot and a motorcycle boot is the extra padding in the toe designed in motorcycle boots to protect it.

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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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New Single-Family Starts Surged in 2021

Pro Builder

New Single-Family Starts Surged in 2021. ldeakins. Wed, 08/10/2022 - 12:07. 2021 single-family housing starts expanded at the fastest pace in close to a decade with the highest total share since the Great Recession. New single-family construction starts grew at the fastest pace in nearly a decade in 2021 with a total of 1,133,145 units started, 14% higher than in 2020, NAHB Eye on Housing reports.

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The Rebirth of the Barn Door—Putting a New Twist on an Old Classic

Pro Builder

The Rebirth of the Barn Door—Putting a New Twist on an Old Classic. ldeakins. Wed, 08/10/2022 - 11:57. The barn door isn't exclusively suited for a rustic home. According to Housing Design Matters, it can be a practical addition to nearly every home, no matter the style. Despite all of its functional benefits, the barn door is typically associated with rustic interior design, but according to Housing Design Matters, this space-saving feature can complement any style preference.

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North Carolina: Broadening Horizons

Business Facilities

In North Carolina, economic development is flourishing with record investment in 2021. An Annual report from EDPNC shares the highlights.

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Korean, Chinese Firms Win $480M South Africa Battery Storage Project

ENR Construction

The project will add a total of 199MW of battery-storage capacity at carefully selected sites across the country to improve reliability of public power utility Eskom's transmission grid.

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The Bank Of London To Create 350 Jobs In North Carolina

Business Facilities

The Bank Of London has announced it will open its US Global Platform & Services headquarters in Charlotte, NC.

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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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Tomorrow's Equipment Operators

ENR Construction

With a tight labor market and construction still booming in many regions of the country, one category of worker that has felt stretched thin has been equipment operators.

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Matter. Space. Soul Restaurant Pavilion in Bangladesh

Natural Building

The Matter. Space. Soul restaurant pavilion in Bangladesh is minimal in that entire elements constituting the mass of the structure are stripped away. What remains is a beacon of extreme utility related to vernacular construction and materials. . The restaurant owner wished to extend his existing restaurant space, away from the metropolitan, wanting patrons to “breathe and isolate” The site fits that description, and the structure was realized as a stilted bamboo pavilion bordering e

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Architect Batey Gresham Jr. Gresham Smith Cofounder Dies at 88

ENR Construction

Batey M. Gresham, Jr., former president of the American Institute of Architects and cofounder of Gresham Smith, died Aug. 6 at 88. .

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A Seller’s Market No More? Home Listings Go Stale As Market Cools

Pro Builder

A Seller’s Market No More? Home Listings Go Stale As Market Cools. ldeakins. Wed, 08/10/2022 - 11:46. For-sale homes are spending more time on the market before going under contract as buyers rethink their purchasing plans. Buyers are putting home purchases on the backburner as they wait for mortgage rates to drop and home price growth to decelerate, and as a result, for-sale listings are spending more time on the market before going under contract, Redfin reports.

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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 Economics for August 15, 2022

ENR Construction

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics.

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Smart Home Tech Will Take a More 'User-Centric' Route in the Next Five Years

Pro Builder

Smart Home Tech Will Take a More 'User-Centric' Route in the Next Five Years. ldeakins. Wed, 08/10/2022 - 11:50. Advancements in smart home technology will create a more holistic experience for users by 2027, according to these industry pros. New technology innovations are hitting the residential sector seemingly every day, catching the attention of a growing consumer base looking to automate and simplify everyday tasks within their homes.

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Korean, Chinese Firms Selected for $480M South Africa Battery Storage Project

ENR Construction

The project will add a total of 199MW of battery-storage capacity at carefully selected sites across the country to improve reliability of public power utility Eskom's transmission grid.

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Tri Pointe Homes CEO Reports 'Very Strong Demand' for New Construction Despite Market Slowdown

Pro Builder

Tri Pointe Homes CEO Reports 'Very Strong Demand' for New Construction Despite Market Slowdown. ldeakins. Wed, 08/10/2022 - 12:03. The housing market is finally cooling after years of record growth, but according to Doug Bauer, CEO of Tri Pointe Homes, business is still booming. Steady price gains and rising interest rates have created a roadblock for homebuyers struggling to find affordable options in an inflated market, but according to Tri Pointe Homes CEO Doug Bauer, demand remains historica

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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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EV Battery Plant Projects Get US Energy Dept. Financial Boost

ENR Construction

Hundreds of millions in new agency loans go to builders of U.S. advanced battery component plants to chip away at China's market dominance.

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Cowboy Boots Vs Work Boots: Which is Better?

Work Gearz

After a dose of the good old Indie movies, one might actually fantasize about donning a pair of cowboy boots. Always in vogue and perfect for any occasion, the no-nonsense cowboy boots do possess a charm that is hard to evade. But will it be able to replace work boots with its charm. Well that’s quite a question and it might take some detailed analysis and comparison to answer that.

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Industry Leads for the Week of August 15, 2022

ENR Construction

Information derived from Industrial Reports, a market intelligence firm specializing in industrial construction and equipment leads.

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OpenSpace Builds Out Site Documentation to Go Global

ENR Construction

With $111 million in capital raised in 2022, reality capture startup OpenSpace is taking its 360° imaging technology to a global construction market.

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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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2022 Top 225 International Design Firms: War Fuels Global Priority Shifts

ENR Construction

Comparing Top 225 International Design Firms revenue from 2020 to 2021 reveals a market at times paralyzed by project risks.

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Forest Service OKs Plan to Restore Tundra Damaged in Resort Construction

ENR Construction

Keystone Resort says a misunderstanding led to unauthorized road construction as part of an expansion project.

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Project Management and the Pandemic: Lean Progress Has Slowed

ENR Construction

I started working in construction, as many did, at a young age, beginning as a gopher and working my way up.

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Pulse: Project News for the Week of August 15, 2022

ENR Construction

Project news from Dodge Data & Analytics.

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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!