State of the Industry: The Year of Great Transition
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 17, 2019
Dodge Data & Analytics on How Washington, Project Costs, The Labor Shortage & New Tech Will Define the Construction Industry in 2019.
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Survey Says: Contractors Committed to Tech, Industry Still Faces Hurdles
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 17, 2019
Now in its seventh year, the annual Construction Technology Report compiled by JBKnowledge is one of the most impressive surveys in the industry, providing the latest trends on everything from construction software, IT budgets and workflows, mobile apps, emerging technologies and more. The 2018 Construction Technology Report is now available and we recommend checking it out.
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The Organic Life of Digitized Data
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 17, 2019
Too many of today’s project management workflows, while automated, do not facilitate the use of all the data that is created on a project. Few owners are able to query all the information generated on a project—from emails, documents, spreadsheets, CAD files and other apps—to find an answer to a question. To make data work for us, to find answers to as yet unknown questions, we must separate the data creators and data users.
Microsilica in Concrete- Types, Properties, and Practical Applications
The Constructor
JANUARY 17, 2019
Microsilica, which is also known as silica fume, or condensed silica fume, is a mineral admixture composed of very fine solid glassy spheres of.
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.
Green Building Pioneers Take on Accessibility & Independence
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 17, 2019
Green building pioneers take on accessibility and independence with the USGBC Malcom Lewis IMPACT! Award-winning project, Ramboland.
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10 Hydraulic Attachments to Elevate Your Projects to the Next Level
Construction Business Owner
JANUARY 17, 2019
How to perfectly pick from 10 Hydraulic Attachments to Elevate Your Projects to the Next Level.
Construction Services Procurement Best Management Practices
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 17, 2019
Construction services procurement best management practices focus upon collaboration and change management. LEAN alliance contracts such as Integrated Project Delivery, IPD (for major new construction), and Job Order Contracting, JOC (for repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and minor new construction) has a proven track record demonstrating the positive impact of mutually beneficial procurement and contracting practices.
Strategies to improve the human experience during interior renovations
BD+C
JANUARY 17, 2019
Healthcare facilities offer a unique challenge for renovations due both to the rapid changes in technology and delivery of care, and also difficulty in preserving vital operations during construction. Often, the areas of the hospital that most urgently need upgrading are the ones that will be most difficult to relocate or temporarily shut-down. On occasion, the needed upgrades are so extreme that the hospital will build a replacement facility elsewhere to minimize the disruption to patient care,
Volvo Vows to End Diesels in Some Compacts, Go Electric in 2020
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 17, 2019
In a bold move that the European equipment market will see first, Volvo Construction Equipment has announced that by mid-2020 it will start introducing a range of electric compact excavators (EC15 to EC27) and wheel loaders (L20 to L28), halting new diesel engine-based development of these models.
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.
The coming bonanza in marijuana facilities
BD+C
JANUARY 17, 2019
Right now, 33 states allow the sale of marijuana for medical purposes; another 14 allow it under more stringent medical supervision. Ten states have OK’d it for both medical and recreational use. Only Idaho, Nebraska, and South Dakota have a total ban on the sale of marijuana. Cannabis is the source of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol)—the stuff that gets you high—and CBD (cannabidiol), which is used to treat anxiety, PTSD, sleep disorders, seizures, and pain.
Suffolk hiring outside of industry to fill executive spots
Construction Dive
JANUARY 17, 2019
The general contractor is increasing its focus on tech with recent hires from E-Trade and General Electric and the absence of "Construction" from its name in marketing materials.
First resilience benchmarks for U.S. communities released
BD+C
JANUARY 17, 2019
First-of-their-kind resilience benchmarks for U.S. communities that can be used to evaluate the current state of resilience and guidance for areas of improvement has been released.
Katerra's valuation could hit $4B following a rumored $700M SoftBank funding round
Construction Dive
JANUARY 17, 2019
SoftBank's Vision Fund is a big investor in construction- and real estate-related companies, having led a massive round for Katerra in 2018.
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?
enVerid Leads New Class of AHR Innovation Award Winners
Contractor Magazine
JANUARY 17, 2019
Firms honored at AHR Expo in Atlanta, cited by ASHRAE judges for contributions to building automation, cooling, green building, heating, IAQ, plumbing, refrigeration, software, tools and instruments, and ventilation.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, region sees $1.6B of construction since 2016
Construction Dive
JANUARY 17, 2019
Linn County has seen 125 projects valued at $1 million or more, offering testament to the trend of big development booms happening in small pockets outside the country's major metros.
First resilience benchmarks for U.S. communities released
BD+C
JANUARY 17, 2019
First-of-their-kind resilience benchmarks for U.S. communities that can be used to evaluate the current state of resilience and guidance for areas of improvement has been released.
Caltrans awards Granite projects worth $520M
Construction Dive
JANUARY 17, 2019
Granite plans to pursue more than $4 billion of construction manager and general contractor work in 2019, with $1 billion of that in California.
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.
New year, new fire rated glass game-changer: Introducing SuperClear 45-HS-LI
BD+C
JANUARY 17, 2019
SAFTI FIRST started the new year with a bang announcing its newest patent-pending SuperClear 45-HS-LI (hose stream, low-iron) product - a revolutionary, 45-minute, fire rated glazing product that is set to disrupt the market – in a good way.
Use Technology to Eliminate Bolting Pinch Points and Protect Hands
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 17, 2019
Hand injuries in bolting are far too commonplace in heavy industry, but they can be avoided entirely by removing the pinch point—where hands and fingers are placed in harm’s way—through eliminating the use of a reaction arm and backup wrench while performing bolting work.
New Trucks and Equipment Rolling Out at The Work Truck Show 2019
Contractor Magazine
JANUARY 17, 2019
Ford, FCCC, Freightliner, International, Mack, Mitsubishi, Nissan and Ram plan news.
The Future of Drones to Allow More Construction and Commercial Use
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 17, 2019
Federal regulators announced plans on Monday to change drone operating rules, which would allow individuals to fly UAVs over populated areas and at night, without needing a permit. According to NPR, these changes could allow for drones to be used to survey construction sites, among other uses.
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!
Fuyao North America Opening Processing Center In South Carolina
Business Facilities
JANUARY 17, 2019
The auto glass supplier will invest $16.1 million and create 70 new jobs at its new Greenville County, SC processing center. . - Read: Fuyao North America Opening Processing Center In South Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com.
Box Truck Crashes into Boom Crane, Leaves Two Injured
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 17, 2019
A box truck struck a crane last week, injuring both the driver and the crane operator. The accident occurred at the entrance to Specialty Minerals, a Massachusetts-based building material company.
Design of Beam
Construction Cost Estimating
JANUARY 17, 2019
1. Estimation of constants. -For the specified set of stresses, determine KC, JC and RC. 2. Kc= M~cbc/M~cbc+~st 3. Jc= 1-(Kc/3) 4. Rc= 0.5*L*Kc Jc 5. Estimation of bending moment. Suppose appropriate values of overall depth and breadth of beam, and find out the effective span. Work out the self-weight and total U.D.L. and maximum bending moment in the beam. 6.
Takeuchi TB250-2 Excavator
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 17, 2019
The TB250-2 compact excavator has an operating weight of 10,957 pounds, putting it in the 5-ton category. Maximum dig depth is 12 feet 4.8 inches. The excavator has a four-pump hydraulic system that allows for multi-function capability. The primary auxiliary circuit delivers 24.
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!
EGIA’s 'Cracking the Code' Weekly Show: Maximizing No-Heat Calls During Winter
Contractor Magazine
JANUARY 17, 2019
It's important for the good of your company and your customer.
Orders for New Trailers Taper Off, but Post Record Year
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 17, 2019
December trailer orders fell 38 percent compared to November, and 39 percent compared to December 2017, according to FTR Transportation Intelligence. After three months of “tremendous” levels, order tapered off to 28,000 units, FTR reports.
Two State DOTs Delay Highway Bid Lettings, Citing Federal Funding Issues
ENR Construction
JANUARY 17, 2019
Thanks to Trust Fund, highway dollars are available, but a stopgap CR could put newly committed obligations at risk.
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