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What are Bituminous Paints?

The Constructor

Bituminous paints are special paints used in construction for waterproofing, corrosion resistance, and damp proofing applications for different.

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Public Sector FM – Informed Decision-making

Job Order Contracting

FM – Informed Decision-making. Informed decision-making is critical to public sector facilities management. It is made possible through the integration of planning, procurement, and project delivery team, however, can only be truly enable via the support of leadership. The LEAN Core. The lean core framework requires all participants, including all external providers and internal actors (finance, real property, design, engineering, operations and maintenance, personnel, purchasing/procureme

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What Is Building Layout | Layout of Building Plan | Foundation Marking and Building Layout Method

Civiconcepts

Introduction The placement of the structure, particularly its foundations, will be determined by controlling measurements and also references on a drawing and this process is called Building Layout. Overall length and … What Is Building Layout | Layout of Building Plan | Foundation Marking and Building Layout Method Read More ».

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The Right Way to Waterproof Recessed Windows in Concrete Block Walls

Pro Builder

The Right Way to Waterproof Recessed Windows in Concrete Block Walls. ibush. Wed, 09/29/2021 - 15:01. Use these best practices for installing recessed windows in CMU walls to prevent water intrusion and moisture problems. Graham Davis. CMU walls are common in Florida and other parts of the Southeast, but the practice of recessing windows and doors into rough openings in concrete block walls creates a waterproofing challenge for home builders.

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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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World's Longest Suspension Bridge Takes Shape in Turkey

ENR Construction

It was a long-standing dream—not only of Ersin Ar?o?lu, but of a nation. Could a suspension bridge someday cross the Dardanelles Strait in Turkey and provide another link between Europe and Asia?

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Southwest Airlines Terminal 1.5 Development Program at Los Angeles International Airport

ENR Construction

The $344-million, five-story connection between Terminals 1 and 2 provides nearly 240,000 sq ft for ticket counters, baggage carousels, a bus gate and an additional screening checkpoint as well as a vertical circulation core that will connect with LAX’s future automated people mover. .

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How Permasteelisa Deploys Hands-free Construction Management

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Today, construction companies have more choice than ever before when it comes to technology. Not only are software solutions proliferating construction businesses, but innovative hardware is becoming prevalent on the jobsite. . Twenty years ago, technology-forward companies were setting up infrastructure to have laptops and internet at jobsites. Ten years later, we saw smart phones and tablets becoming an industry standard.

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ENR Southwest Announces 2022 Top Young Professionals

ENR Construction

ENR Southwest is pleased to name its 2022 class of Top Young Professionals. This annual awards program honors 20 individuals under 40 years of age in each of ENR's 10 regions who have shown extraordinary leadership and service throughout their careers.

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Mortgage Applications Fall as Rates Rise

Pro Builder

Mortgage Applications Fall as Rates Rise. mbeirne. Wed, 09/29/2021 - 10:33. Mortgage applications fell last week as the interest rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose to 3.1% from 3.03%. Total mortgage application volume fell 1.1% last week from the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s seasonally adjusted index. That dip occurred as the interest rate for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage rose to 3.1% from 3.03% along with an increase in points and origination fees.

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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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ENR Texas & Louisiana Names 2022 Top Young Professionals

ENR Construction

After weeks of review, an independent panel of judges has selected 20 individuals as ENR Texas & Louisiana’s 2022 class of Top Young Professionals. This annual awards program honors 20 individuals under 40 years of age in each of ENR's 10 regions who have shown exceptional leadership and service throughout their career.

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Consumer Confidence Falls to 7-Month Low

Pro Builder

Consumer Confidence Falls to 7-Month Low. mbeirne. Wed, 09/29/2021 - 10:41. The share of respondents planning to buy a home within the next six months dropped to 5.6% in September. Consumer confidence declined for a third consecutive month in September as concerns about the Delta variant and higher prices continued to dampen optimism, according to the Conference Board. .

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Schuyler Heim Bridge Fender Lowering

ENR Construction

As part of the replacement of a critical bridge serving the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, the project team developed a strategy to install two 2.1-million-lb precast concrete bridge fenders to safeguard the structure from vessel impacts.

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Pending Home Sales Recover

Pro Builder

Pending Home Sales Recover. mbeirne. Wed, 09/29/2021 - 11:25. Sales rose the most in the least-expensive regions, namely the Midwest and South, reflecting how the shift to remote work in some industries gave buyers an incentive to relocate. Signed contracts to buy existing homes increased 8.1% from July to August, reversing two straight months of declines, per the National Association of Realtors.

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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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City of Yorba Linda, Library & Cultural Arts Center

ENR Construction

Located on a 4.7-acre former brownfield, the two-story library and arts center provide the centerpiece of the city’s effort to create a walkable arts and community center.

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2022: Challenges, Changes, or Status Quo?

Pro Builder

2022: Challenges, Changes, or Status Quo? mbeirne. Wed, 09/29/2021 - 12:01. Take our 2022 Housing Forecast Survey (and win!). Share your forecast for the coming year by completing Pro Builder’s 2022 Housing Forecast Survey! Complete the survey by October 5, 2021 and be eligible to win one of four $50 Visa gift cards from a random drawing of all qualified survey respondents. .

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Pile Test Likely for Settling Millennium Tower

ENR Construction

A pilot pile program to prove the efficacy of a less-disruptive method for the paused foundation fix at the ailing Millennium Tower in San Francisco could begin the week of Oct. 4.

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10 Innovative Wall Painting Decors of 2021 — Turn the Interior Room into Artwork

Learn Civil Engineering

Undoubtedly, wall paint designs can increase the resale value of the house. Nowadays, 60% of homeowners use wall decors to increase the aesthetics of the rooms. With the right wall paint art, you can enhance the visual appearance of the apartment. But, deciding which design will look perfect on the walls might be daunting. You […].

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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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Santa Anita Dam Spillway Modification

ENR Construction

To remediate seismic safety issues and enhance flood-handling capacity at the concrete thin-arch dam, the $32-million project called for cutting a notch in the existing structure, placing a new ogee-shaped spillway and installing reinforced armor at the dam’s base.

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Generac Investing $53M In Wisconsin Expansion

Business Facilities

Energy technology solutions company Generac will create more than 700 manufacturing and office jobs throughout Wisconsin. The post Generac Investing $53M In Wisconsin Expansion appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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California State University Monterey Bay Otter Student Union

ENR Construction

Overcoming potential delays ranging from steel fabrication and permits to wildfires and the global pandemic, the three-level facility was substantially complete just two years after construction began.

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Visa’s New Atlanta Office Hub To Create 1,000 Jobs

Business Facilities

Visa will open a new 123,000-square-foot hub in Midtown Atlanta. This major expansion is expected to create approximately 1,000 jobs in the region over the next several years. The post Visa’s New Atlanta Office Hub To Create 1,000 Jobs appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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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Study Shows Popularity of Design-Build Contracts Grows

ENR Construction

Analysis by Design-Build Institute of America and consultant FMI says the construction approach will account for $400 billion of U.S. work by 2025.

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Why Do Farmers Wear Flannel Shirts?

Work Gearz

The flannel shirt became the classic symbol of the rough American man according to the traditions. It was associated with professions such as chopping woods, building fires, farming where tough work was required. And every profession requires a certain set of clothes (uniform) that are appropriate for the workplace and surroundings. Wearing the right clothes for work not only distinguishes your industry, but it also protects you from things that could harm you or cause discomfort at work. .

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Swinerton Builders Exec Named to Lead Its PE-Acquired Renewables Spinoff

ENR Construction

George Hershman, to be CEO of new business, also is a top exec of a solar sector trade group opposing possible U.S. tariffs on China-made components.

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Moen Cia - a versatile bath suite that stands the test of time

Pro Builder

Moen Cia - a versatile bath suite that stands the test of time. kcichowicz. Wed, 09/29/2021 - 13:27. Cia offers the best of modern style and technology in one stunning faucet now with Moen’s MotionSense Wave touchless technology in the bath. The spout's contemporary curves combined with the handle’s defined edges offer a look that feels classic, yet fresh.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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Carpenters Union Dissolves St. Louis-Kansas City Council, Merges Locals with Chicago

ENR Construction

The merger follows a trend of reorganizing smaller districts into larger regional councils.

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The Blueprint for Better Expense Management

Construction Business Owner

The Blueprint for Better Expense Management. How Construction Companies Can Boost Cash Flow and Profitability. Greg Ragsdale. Wed, 09/29/2021 - 08:43. How your company pays for purchases and manages expenses impacts your employees, your customers, and your key business metrics, including profitability. When the expense management process runs smoothly, your crew can keep jobs running, the accounting team can bill customers promptly and close the books on time, and your management team has the ri

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Cedars-Sinai Ventana Cancer Care Clinic

ENR Construction

The cancer clinic is the second in a series of prototypes Cedars-Sinai is using to expand offerings and develop new ways of delivering enhanced medical care.

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