12 Factors Influencing Bearing Capacity of Soils
The Constructor
JULY 30, 2019
The bearing capacity of soil is influenced by many factors for instance soil strength, foundation width and depth, soil weight and surcharge, and.
The Constructor
JULY 30, 2019
The bearing capacity of soil is influenced by many factors for instance soil strength, foundation width and depth, soil weight and surcharge, and.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 30, 2019
How Encore Electric developed a Culture of Safety Excellence and was named the safest construction company in America.
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Construction Business Owner
JULY 30, 2019
American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau construction stats.
Construction Marketing
JULY 30, 2019
Plumbing contractors are the professionals that are trained to assemble, install and repair water pipes. They are also called upon when the toilet or the entire sewerage system is not functioning as usual. While hiring a plumbing contractor can help in salvaging your home from a water crisis, it can also worsen a situation. As a matter of fact, hiring the wrong plumber is a recipe for disaster.
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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.
The Constructor
JULY 30, 2019
Installation of windows in brick masonry walls need to be carried out properly in order to avoid faults and subsequent failure of walls or deflection.
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The Constructor
JULY 30, 2019
Installing windows in concrete wall is sometimes required when the function of certain spaces is varied or lights are required in garages or.
Lets Build
JULY 30, 2019
What is a Gantt Chart? A Gantt chart is an essential element of most major construction projects these days. Named after the American engineer, Henry L. Gantt, who came up with the idea in the early part of the 20th century, in simple terms it is a bar chart used to display the details of.
The Constructor
JULY 30, 2019
Stones are derived from the rocks which are naturally occurred as the portion of earth’s crust. Each rock has a different chemical composition and.
Construction Dive
JULY 30, 2019
Fisher Sand & Gravel, for example, used what it says is an entirely novel cast-in-place concrete system on the privately funded We Build the Wall section.
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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.
BD+C
JULY 30, 2019
The profession of architecture is one that dates back to ancient times, with a profound impact on the built environment of civilizations all over the world. The evolution of the practice has been relatively slow; while technologies and styles have evolved, the fundamentals today are not all that different than they were historically.
Construction Dive
JULY 30, 2019
Gain control over the “uncontrollable.” Mitigate your own risk by ensuring your subs are compliant.
BD+C
JULY 30, 2019
Gensler has recently unveiled the design for the Pavilion Notre-Dame, which will provide a temporary place of worship in Parvis Square while the Notre-Dame Cathedral is being restored from the fire that nearly destroyed it just over 100 days ago.
Construction Dive
JULY 30, 2019
General contractors and subs continue to make costly errors that prevent them from getting paid on time. Here are what experts recommend for avoiding these issues.
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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?
The Korte Company
JULY 30, 2019
Our company’s history began with a $5 bill a dad gave to his son before putting him on a bus to the Army. Ralph Korte didn’t make that $5 stretch over the last 65 years. But it was his father’s generosity that inspired his own desire to give back. One of Ralph’s lifelong mantras sums it up nicely: “You always do the right thing, all the time, and things will go your way.”.
Construction Dive
JULY 30, 2019
Toronto's hot mixed-use market continues to pick up steam as a wave of billion-dollar projects gets underway.
Construction Equipment
JULY 30, 2019
Caterpillar has upgraded the propel drive system on its 7495 and 7495 HF Electric Rope Shovels. The upgrade reconfigures the crawler undercarriage to allow drive shaft and tumbler replacement from the outboard side, improving access and reducing downtime.
Construction Dive
JULY 30, 2019
Adding to the $113 million it raised last year, the infusion signals continued interest from outside investors in fueling the tunnel-drilling and transportation tech firm's current and proposed projects.
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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.
Construction Equipment
JULY 30, 2019
Doosan Infracore North America add Bobcat of Springfield (Illinois) to its dealer network. The dealership is a branch of Bobcat of St. Louis, and is one of 11 locations in five states. Bobcat of Springfield will now carry Doosan machines, including crawler excavators and wheeled excavators.
Construction Dive
JULY 30, 2019
Berkeley is the first U.S. city to pass such a measure, designed to curb greenhouse gas emissions and prepare new buildings for electric infrastructure.
Business Facilities
JULY 30, 2019
Austin , Denver and New York are the cities with the top Startup Ecosystems in Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings Report. “The capital of Texas has everything you need to get a startup off the ground,” said BF Editor in Chief Jack Rogers. “Austin is a dynamic, cosmopolitan city that established its high-tech bona fides years ago. It’s got a diverse workforce with the skills that are needed in tech-oriented startups and an eclectic cultural scene that draws new talent,” Rogers added.
Construction Equipment
JULY 30, 2019
A team of researchers at Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) have developed an app that shows potential dangers at building sites.
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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!
Contractor Bookkeeping
JULY 30, 2019
All construction contractors have experienced the financial pain of bad debt, which is defined as a customer who refuses to pay no matter what you do. I've been there before, and it will probably happen again in the future. Owning and operating any business, including accounting, means sometimes you provide goods and services and not get paid. Knowing The Answers Helps.
Construction Equipment
JULY 30, 2019
Hitachi ZW220-6 is the first mid-sized wheel loader in the Dash-6 Series from Hitachi Construction Machinery Loaders America (HCMA, formerly Kawasaki). Operating weight is 38,910 pounds, and the 200-horsepower loader has a heaped bucket capacity of 4.2 to 4.7 cubic yards.
Construction Dive
JULY 30, 2019
Berkeley is the first U.S. city to pass such a measure, designed to curb greenhouse gas emissions and prepare new buildings for electric infrastructure.
BD+C
JULY 30, 2019
The student housing boom that continues to sweep across America has elevated the expectations of today’s college students. . Long gone are the days of dorms with cinder block walls and drab décor. They’ve been replaced with stylish, high-tech facilities inspired by luxury apartments, comfortable hotels, and even posh resorts.
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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!
Contractor Magazine
JULY 30, 2019
This week's gallery focuses on a digital reporting monitor for in-pipe inspection; fast-action tongue-and-groove pliers; an inverted ducted packaged air-source heat pump; hard hats designed for safety, comfort and fit; new water closet bolt sizes; and an outdoor hose sprayer using tankless technology.
ENR Construction
JULY 30, 2019
For the first time ever, climate change and resilience have been included in a federal highway bill, which passed unanimously out of committee.
The Korte Company
JULY 30, 2019
Susan Bowman’s affiliation with Girl Scouts started early. She was 7 when three local moms stepped up to lead a troop. Donna Korte, the wife of our company founder Ralph Korte, was one of the three. The formation of that troop put Susan on a journey with the organization that she’s still taking more than 50 years later. Girl Scouts, a nonprofit serving over 2 million girls worldwide, believes in the power of every G.I.R.L.
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