Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

When large, big-box chain stores were being built during the 1980s and 1990s, breaking into the business was a relatively straightforward enterprise for smaller construction firms hoping to expand. While that pioneering spirit is still needed today to succeed, the digital age has dramatically changed consumer habits making retailers shift the way they design their stores to keep customers coming in, which means construction industry professionals need the experience and knowledge to complete the

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

New concrete is commonly poured over old concrete, which may have been damaged for any reason, for repairing purpose. However, this approach is not.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

A review of some of the top construction headlines and a look forward to 2019. The post State of the Construction Industry: November Roundup appeared first on Viewpoint Surveyor.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Many type of additives are added into the concrete to enhance its properties and derive the required type of concrete. Calcium chlorides is used as.

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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.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Lawyers for TransCanada Corp. said that certain planning activities for the pipeline would not violate the essence of the current injunction, which they say threatens 700 jobs and almost $950 million of earnings.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Construction Industry to Keep Pace in 2019 with $808 Billion in New Starts Forecasted.

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Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Tire management technology musts from Bridgestone's Rob Seibert.

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Lets Build

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Who is a Contractor (definition)? In construction, a contractor is an organisation (or sometimes a person), hired by the client to carry out the work that is required for the completion of a project. Nevertheless, contractors don’t always have the expertise or the trades that are needed for completing all construction work by themselves. For.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Visual documentation and remote surveillance could be the key to reducing theft, vandalism and safety issues.

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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.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Metric Modular was tasked with providing desperately needed housing for Yale First Nation in Yale, British Columbia, Canada. The project needed to be able to combat the cold, wet climate, increase energy savings, and accommodate smaller families.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

City officials approved plans for the mixed-use Zoi House project on the condition that developers design a roofline that will "enhance" the downtown skyline.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Two decades is a long time for a hospital to sit, unused, with no future. Yet, there sat the 1920s-era hospital building in the heart of Washington, D.C.’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. Until an enterprising development team, led by Urban Structures, Borger Management, and Ronald D. Paul Companies, proposed an unusual plan to convert the 140,000-sf, four-story hospital into a luxury apartment building.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

I’ve attended Construct Canada (The Buildings Show) virtually every year since the original opportunity back in the late 1990s. Then, a unique set of circumstances resulted in my company being banned from the show even after the show’s organizers directly sought (and received) my publication’s co-operation in promoting the event. The resulting red-faced crisis certainly […].

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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?

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort is currently in the process of a major expansion, and the centerpiece of that expansion is the Gran Destino Tower. The tower will serve as the new main entry for guests visiting the resort.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released a first draft of global standards for drone use. The draft suggests there be no-fly zones around airports and other restricted areas, and requires drone operators to respect privacy.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Owners of parking garages in New York State will soon be required to have the structure undergo a condition assessment by a qualified professional engineer every three years. The new rule will require these assessments as early as next fall. An on-site structural evaluation is required, and the engineer must submit a condition assessment report to the governing authority, which could be the city, town, county, or other governmental unit.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Michigan also scored high in the Associated Builders and Contractors' criteria for determining which states encourage the highest levels of construction job growth and open competition. There were losers in the report, too.

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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.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The Brazil-based digital agriculture company will establish its U.S. headquarters in West Lafayette, IN, creating up to 334 new, high-wage jobs by 2022. - Read: Solinftec To Invest $50M In New Indiana U.S. Headquarters at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The next-generation 336 excavator has an operating weight of 81,900 pounds and maximum dig depth of 26 feet 9 inches with a 12-foot-10-inch stick. Integrated Cat Connect technology includes Cat Grade with 2D, Grade Assist, Cat payload, and a geo-fence.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the BRE Group (BRE) have formed a partnership to collaborate on standards, platforms, and research. The organizations will explore ways to: · Increase the level of engagement of existing buildings in the measurement, reporting, and improvement of their environmental, social, and wellbeing impact.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The Earthworks GO! Grade Control Platform is a 2D grade control solution for compact machine grading attachments that enables high-accuracy grading in an easy-to-use, portable platform, the company says.

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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!

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The Indian manufacturer and supplier of aluminum cast products will create 100 new jobs at its Dorchester County operations. - Read: Sundaram-Clayton Limited Investing $40M In South Carolina Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The company has integrated Loadrite Payload Management into its Earthworks Grade Control Platform for Excavators, allowing contractors to track bucket-by-bucket payload and monitor mass haul progress—by calculating the total weight loaded onto each truck—from the same Earthworks display.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The president of the Puerto Rico chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America talks about the challenges and opportunities ahead in rebuilding the island's electric grid.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released a first draft of global standards for drone use. The draft suggests there be no-fly zones around airports and other restricted areas, and requires drone operators to respect privacy.

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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!

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Construction Cost Estimating

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

This article throws light on brick wall damage due to frost & water along with cracking, spalling & white or coloured mineral salt deposits that is called effloresence. One can get details about the types of damages to structural brick walls as well as how to identify & assess movement and cracks in brick walls together with brick wall bowing or bulging and cracking failures.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The Earthworks GO! Grade Control Platform is a 2D grade control solution for compact machine grading attachments that enables high-accuracy grading in an easy-to-use, portable platform, the company says.

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Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The lone American team earned a first-place victory over 14 other selected teams and more than 60 total entrants.

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