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Oblique Drawing, Projection – its Types, Examples.

CivilSeek

In this article, You are going to learn about the Oblique Projection, Oblique Drawing, Its Types, Dimensioning, etc. So, Let’s Get Started. Oblique Projection. This is such type of projection. Read more Oblique Drawing, Projection – its Types, Examples. The post Oblique Drawing, Projection – its Types, Examples. appeared first on CivilSeek.

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Mass timber's striking case for sustainability

Construction Dive

As mass timber lays claim to increasingly innovative technology and prefabrication, it also hopes to get an edge up on its traditional building material counterparts through its lower carbon footprint and renewability traits.

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Tall Mass Timber code proposals approved at Intl. Code Council public comment hearings

BD+C

Fourteen tall mass timber code change proposals were approved during the International Code Council (ICC) public comment hearings. The proposals are now subject to ICC’s online voting, scheduled to begin in November. The final outcome of the voting is expected in December. The proposals deal with type of construction, performance method, and fire and safety issues.

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Dodge: 2019 construction starts to hold steady at $808B

Construction Dive

Activity appears to be "rounding the peak" at its current level, helped by overall economic momentum but threatened by rising inflation, Dodge Data & Analytics Chief Economist Robert Murray said at a conference yesterday.

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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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Future proofing multifamily housing amenities for Generation Z

BD+C

Are multifamily property owners perpetuating an amenities arms race? A panel discussion at the recent Bisnow Multifamily Annual Conference made it seem so.

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Siemens, Chromalloy Open Florida Advanced Manufacturing Facility

Business Facilities

The new joint venture, Advanced Airfoil Components, represents a capital investment of $139 million and will add 350 jobs in the Tampa Bay Area. - Read: Siemens, Chromalloy Open Florida Advanced Manufacturing Facility at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Top 5 Strategy Tips to Project Management Success

Contractor Bookkeeping

Today's Guest Article Is From Joseph McLean F ull-Time Freelance Writer. Managing an entire project on your own can be overwhelming. Being in charge of endless tasks and assignments is pressuring – sometimes, you even feel that there’s no way you could handle anything anymore. Feelings of anxiety and concern might overthrow your balance, and that’s a sign you should bring a change in your work life.

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SEWON America Investing $160M In Georgia

Business Facilities

The automotive supplier will create 100 jobs in its expansion of its North American headquarters and manufacturing facility in LaGrange, GA. - Read: SEWON America Investing $160M In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Nonresidential fixed investment returns to earth in Q3

BD+C

The U.S. economy expanded at a 3.5% annualized rate during the third quarter of 2018, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis data released today. This represents the first time there have been two consecutive quarters of 3%-plus growth since the beginning of 2015.

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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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VIDEO: World’s First 3D Printed Steel Bridge to be Installed in Amsterdam

Construction Equipment

The world’s first 3D printed steel bridge has been created by Dutch robotics company MX3D, and will be installed across a canal in Amsterdam in 2019, according to 3ders.org. Mathematicians from the Alan Turing Institute and Arup also contributed to its production.

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Strike teams up with Sentinel Energy to form $854M business

Construction Dive

Pipeline infrastructure contractor Strike's operations are expected to generate $1.8 billion in revenue this year.

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Equipment Named as One of Top 5 Onsite Delays

Construction Equipment

According to a Construction Industry Institute (CII) study, 19 percent of a typical construction worker’s day on a large project is spent locating and setting up equipment.

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Virginia DOT agrees to pay up to $500M for repairs to Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel infrastructure

Construction Dive

The state is getting involved because the commission that is funding the multibillion project said it cannot spend money on existing infrastructure.

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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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Volvo EC220E Excavator Field Test

Construction Equipment

Veteran IUOE operators push the capabilities of Volvo’s most popular excavator, the EC220E, in situations routinely encountered on job sites. Read more.

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EGIA’s 'Cracking the Code' Weekly Show: Questions Selling Techs Need to Ask

Contractor Magazine

The right questions lead you to an understanding of what the customer wants.

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MWH Constructors To Get New Corporate Home in Stantec Spinoff

ENR Construction

National Academy of Constructors names 37 new members for industry contribution.

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Trump authorizes $6B of water infrastructure projects

Construction Dive

The legislation, which the president signed into law this week, also reauthorizes the EPA's WIFIA program, allowing the agency to loan money to contractors and others for eligible water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

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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.