Mon.Sep 13, 2021

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JLG Experts on 5 trends Shaping the Future of Lift Equipment

Construction Business Owner

JLG Experts on 5 trends Shaping the Future of Lift Equipment. Alex Headley. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 07:30. Scissor and boom lifts, now known as mobile elevated work platforms (MEWP), were already getting a makeover due to the updated design requirements of the new ANSI A92 suite of standards. To achieve compliance, MEWPs produced after June 1, 2020, must include features intended to improve safety, such as platform load sensing, tilt sensing, higher railings and more.

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A Unique Inward-Facing House Built in Bangkok

The Constructor

The concept of inward-facing structures involves a defensive posture design without compromising on the ventilation and airflow requirements. The.

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Remove Construction Barriers to Efficient Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery

Job Order Contracting

It’s now easier that ever to Remove Construction Barriers to Efficient Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery… that, in the past, have resulted in rampant waste and poor satisfaction for everyone involved. Facilities repair, renovation, and new builds are NOT complex, unmanageable beasts. On the contrary, if a programmatic approach is applied for all projects and work orders, any organization can assure quality, on-time, and on-budget outcomes.

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Air Products To Build World’s Largest Hydrogen Network In Edmonton

Business Facilities

Aurum Energy Park will be home to a $1.3-billion, net-zero hydrogen network that will become operational in 2024. The post Air Products To Build World’s Largest Hydrogen Network In Edmonton appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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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Heat pumps shown to be best option for efficient cooling and heating

BD+C

Heat pumps can keep a home cool and comfortable in the summer and heat a home without fossil fuels in the winter more efficiently than other heating and cooling options, according to a recent study by Rocky Mountain Institute ( RMI ). RMI modeled the performance of several cooling options for a Seattle home during a record three-day heat wave in June 2021.

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Plans move forward on Central Place Sydney, duel towers with an AI-driven facade system

BD+C

The development team for Sydney's latest mega-project, the $2.5 billion Central Place Sydney towers, has formally submitted plans for development approval. It's the next step in the development of the dual-tower property, which is expected to contribute to Tech Central in Sydney’s Central Business District.

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New England: Balancing Business & Beauty

Business Facilities

While parts of the New England economy experienced a setback, much like its fall foliage, the region will soon experience a beautiful change. The post New England: Balancing Business & Beauty appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Despite rapidly changing technology, landlords should invest in EV charging now

BD+C

Over the past few years, landlords have been installing charging stations in apartment buildings, retail centers, and office buildings—sometimes without a cost for vehicle owners to use them.

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How COVID Will Shift Community Design

Pro Builder

How COVID Will Shift Community Design. cbroderick. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 09:40. Architects, planners, and developers say that the pandemic will not cause any dramatic shifts to community planning, but there will be a refreshed appreciation for four community elements. The first, a greater emphasis on remote working opportunities, could manifest itself as an uptick in shared co-working spaces rather than a central office, Don Powers of Union Studio Architecture & Community Design told the National As

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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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News predicting the post 9/11 decline of the skyscraper was premature

BD+C

Eighty-six of the world’s tallest 100 buildings have been constructed since 2001, the year that terrorists crashed two jets into the World Trade Center towers in New York. In fact, 84% of all buildings 200 meters (656.2 ft) or taller have been constructed over the last 20 years, including the 1,776-ft-tall One World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan, according to the Council of Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, which has released a white paper on the global impact of 9/11 on tall buildings.

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McGough, EwingCole Tackle Duluth's Hillside Hospital

ENR Construction

McGough and EwingCole develop novel solutions for a hillside site, allowing Essentia Health to create more efficient patient services.

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Are Bamboo Socks Good?

Work Gearz

When it comes to choosing a good pair of socks, we mostly think we do not have as many options as we do with our clothes. But well, we do! . There are various fabrics you can choose from, but there is a serious competition between cotton and bamboo socks. . Yes, you heard that right! Bamboo socks are extremely soft and pleasant to your feet thanks to the high porosity of the fibres, which also makes them super-absorbent and keeps your feet dry.

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Elegantly Simple Finish Tiny Home

Natural Building

Nido (meaning “bird’s nest” in Italian) is a tiny cabin with a 100-square-foot floor plan to meet Finland’s zoning laws that do not require a building permit for houses with a floor plan between 96 and 128 square feet. Robin Falck, of Helsinki, constructed his very own “compact getaway” deep in the woods, using mostly recycled building materials. He spent around $10,500, doing most of the construction work on his own.

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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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Millions of Renters Left Waiting as Aid Disbursement Lags

Pro Builder

Millions of Renters Left Waiting as Aid Disbursement Lags. cbroderick. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 09:44. CNBC says the $45 billion in rent aid has been “bafflingly slow” to reach Americans, leaving more than 6 million households behind on payments. The funds were approved in the December and March stimulus packages, yet as of the end of August, just $5 billion has been spent.

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5 Best Work Boot Cleaning Kit

Work Gearz

While there are many shoe cleaning kits available on the market, these are not necessarily the best choice when it comes to cleaning work boots. Most work boots are manufactures in leather which will require specific products, while shoes come in all types of materials and combinations of material. Maintenance is an important part of getting the most worth out of your investment in a pair of work boots.

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These Female Construction Workers Are Fighting Discrimination

Pro Builder

These Female Construction Workers Are Fighting Discrimination. cbroderick. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 09:49. Launched earlier this year, the Lean In Circle for Tradeswomen aims to help women in construction battle harassment and bias on jobsites. About 700 tradeswomen participate, sharing stories ranging from name calling to receiving pointed questions about their sexuality at work.

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20 years later: A first responder reflects on 9/11

BD+C

On the evening of September 11, 2001, I was sitting in an airplane hangar in Homestead, Florida, waiting to be sent into the heart of darkness. I was part of a search and rescue team headed to Ground Zero to look for survivors. We were trained for heavy rescue in urban settings, but nothing could have prepared us for this.

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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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Millions of Renters Left Waiting as Aid Dispersement Lags

Pro Builder

Millions of Renters Left Waiting as Aid Dispersement Lags. cbroderick. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 09:44. CNBC says the $45 billion in rent aid has been “bafflingly slow” to reach Americans, leaving more than 6 million households behind on payments. The funds were approved in the December and March stimulus packages, yet as of the end of August, just $5 billion has been spent.

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Motor City Electric Powers Michigan

ENR Construction

Specialty Contractor of the Year is delivering on owners’ investments in solar, wind and data centers.

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These Female Constructions Workers Are Fighting Discrimination

Pro Builder

These Female Constructions Workers Are Fighting Discrimination. cbroderick. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 09:49. Launched earlier this year, the Lean In Circle for Tradeswomen aims to help women in construction battle harassment and bias on jobsites. About 700 tradeswomen participate, sharing stories ranging from being called “whores” to receiving pointed questions about their sexuality at work.

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White House Issues Vaccinate or Test Mandate

Contractor Magazine

The mandate for businesses with more than 100 employees will affect more than 80 million workers across the country.

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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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Prices for key construction materials continue to increase in August

BD+C

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2021 Kitchen & Laundry Lookbook

Pro Builder

2021 Kitchen & Laundry Lookbook. kcichowicz. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 13:30. Get informed and inspired by the newest appliance designs and finishes, plus room layout ideas, from Whirlpool Corporation’s portfolio of trusted brands.

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Virginia Water Infrastructure Project Gets Boost From EPA Loan

ENR Construction

The loan, one of two EPA is providing to Hampton Roads Sanitation District, will help replenish the aquifer, address rising sea levels and help protect the Chesapeake Bay. .

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Is Oil Resistant the Same as Slip Resistant?

Work Gearz

Oil and slip-resistant are both important features in your work boot that provide traction and protection from falling and injuring yourself. Without these features, you cannot claim full guarantee of your safety because a good pair of work boots comes with these important features. . Oil resistant is not the same as slip resistant but there are very subtle differences between them.

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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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Midwest Specialty Contractors Persevere in a Pandemic Year

ENR Construction

Specialty contractors add new services and take precautions to grow despite the market challenges linked to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Pandemic Boosts Business for Off-Site Construction Company

Pro Builder

Pandemic Boosts Business for Off-Site Construction Company. cbroderick. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 10:03. Just as the pandemic spurred a building boom, it did the same for off-site construction company Factory OS. Factory OS constructs apartment building components on Mare Island in Vallejo, Calif., then ships the pieces out to their final destination, cutting down apartment construction in half.

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New York and New England Specialty Firms Look to Bounce Back from Pandemic Punch

ENR Construction

Firms ranked in New York, New Jersey and New England saw an overall decline in revenue in 2020.