Mon.Aug 16, 2021

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Construction SWAT or Not

Construction Business Owner

Construction SWAT or Not. Alex Headley. Mon, 08/16/2021 - 07:30. Punch list” is pair of words that consistently evokes fear into the hearts of the contracting world. Just the thought of the task has a remedial and punitive feel to it, walking room to room or phase to phase, judging and evaluating erroneous and incomplete items at the conclusion of an arduous project.

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Connecticut Governor’s Report: Leading From The Front

Business Facilities

Connecticut succeeded in mitigating the impact of the coronavirus pandemic by aggressively testing people in the early stage of the outbreak, avoiding the massive casualty levels in neighboring states. The post Connecticut Governor’s Report: Leading From The Front appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Building with bikes in mind: How cities can capitalize on the pandemic’s ‘bike boom’ to make streets safer for everyone

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Since early 2020, Americans have been forced to sequester themselves in their homes with outdoor activities, in most cases, being the sole respite for social distancing. And many of people are going back to the basics with a quintessential outdoor activity: biking. .

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IS 10262 code 2019 pdf download

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What is IS 10262 code? IS 10262-2019 is a comprehensive code for standard and high-performance concrete mix designs. Guidelines for proportioning raw materials for concrete to achieve the desired strength are provided in this IS Code. This code also specifies how ordinary concrete, standard concrete, and high-strength concrete should be mixed. IS 10262 (2019) is […].

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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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Populous’ design takes center stage for MLB’s Field of Dreams game

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The long-awaited “Field of Dreams” game between the Chicago White Sox and the New York Yankees was finally played on Thursday, Aug. 12 after being delayed by the pandemic. Neither the game, nor the stadium itself, disappointed. The game registered just over 6 million viewers at its peak, making it the most-watched regular season MLB game since 2005.

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7 Cedars Hotel completes on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula

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The new 7 Cedars Resort Properties has recently completed construction on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula just adjacent from the S’Klallam Tribe’s 7 Cedars Casino. The $33 million, 100-room hotel is the first of four phases in Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe’s Master Plan for their resort located in Sequim, Wash. Each floor of the hotel reflects the different “Layers of Life” (sea, shore, land, sky) found near the hotel’s location.

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July / August 2021 Issue (Volume 54, Number 4)

Business Facilities

The July / August 2021 Issue features our 17th annual Rankings Report, including state, metro, and global rankings. Plus, working where you want to live. The post July / August 2021 Issue (Volume 54, Number 4) appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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A Prefabricated Root Cellar

Natural Building

Weltevree , a Dutch company, is manufacturing and selling a prefabricated root cellar that can be dug into the ground and used almost immediately. They call it a GroundFridge , and it sells for between about $12,000 and $18,000 USD. I like the idea but not the price. They say that it holds about as much as 20 refrigerators. From their website: The Groundfridge is dug in and covered with the excavated soil from its new location.

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20% of the Country's Planet-Heating Emissions Come From Powering Homes

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20% of the Country's Planet-Heating Emissions Come From Powering Homes. cbroderick. Mon, 08/16/2021 - 09:00. A significant chunk of planet-heating emissions generated by the U.S. (20%) can be attributed to heating, cooling, and lighting the country’s 128 million homes. The Guardian reports that American homes use twice as much energy compared to the average British home and 10 times that of the average Chinese household.

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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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Are Wedge Sole Boots Better for Your Back?

Work Gearz

Generally, boots are either with lug sole or heeled sole. The problem with both of them is that one or the other part of the feet feel more pressurized than the rest and thus cause feet pain in certain parts. . Mostly, it is the heels and the front line of the feet that take in the most pressure of the body while walking in general work boots with heels.

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Affordability Tops List of Reasons for Homebuying Difficulties

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Affordability Tops List of Reasons for Homebuying Difficulties. cbroderick. Mon, 08/16/2021 - 09:10. Many buyers who have actively searched for a property over the course of three or more months cite affordability as the primary reason they have yet to purchase. The National Association of Home Builders’ Housing Trends report found 39% of active buyers blame the inability to find an affordable home, a change from the past two quarters where buyers cited getting outbid by other offers as the prim

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Do Wedge Boots have Steel Shank?

Work Gearz

Do you know what a steel shank is in work boots? Well, it’s a piece of rectangular steel plate that is placed in between the outsole and the insole of the work boots. To be more precise, it is placed between the ball and the heel of the feet under the arch area. It not only helps to maintain the shape of the boots, but also offers protection to the lower parts of the feet from any possible injuries. .

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Baltimore Officials Oppose Proposed $10B Maglev Carrier to DC

ENR Construction

Letter to feds cites project's lack of detail and community impacts, but boosters claim it has broad local support.

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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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What Does a Blue Hard Hat Mean?

Work Gearz

There are different industries working in the US and each industry involves work that impose certain forms of hazards on its workers. One such hazard is getting a head injury which in fact, is the most fatal one. Now, among the different industries include the construction industry, the carpentry, the electricians, etc. who require their workers to wear blue hard hats for their safety measures.

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JV Wins $1.7B US Navy ‘Mega-Project' Contract at Maine Shipyard

ENR Construction

Portsmouth project is part of 20-year, $21-billion Navy shipyard modernization program.

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Are Wedge Sole Boots Good for Roofing?

Work Gearz

Roofs are one of the toughest surfaces to tread on! They are sloppy, wet, uneven and slippery. You need boots that offer very good traction and comfort at the same time. . Wedged sole boots are considered the best when it comes to roofing because they offer the maximum traction and contact area on the roofing surfaces. This will help you to hold your grip tightly on the challenging roofs.

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Bill would reform New York’s public contracting process

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A bill to reform New York State’s public contracting process is under review by Gov. Andrew Cuomo.

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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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Go All in on Aluminum

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Go All in on Aluminum. kcichowicz. Mon, 08/16/2021 - 14:06. Fortress Building Products helps you build boldly with the strength, durability and affordability of Aluminum Railing and Fencing. Products. Products. sponsored.

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Baltimore Officials Oppose Proposed Maglev Project

ENR Construction

Draft environmental review process is still ongoing.

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Go All in on Aluminum

Pro Builder

Go All in on Aluminum. kcichowicz. Mon, 08/16/2021 - 14:06. Fortress Building Products helps you build boldly with the strength, durability and affordability of Aluminum Railing and Fencing. Products. Products. sponsored.

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Navy Awards $1.7B ‘Mega-Project' Contract at Maine Shipyard

ENR Construction

Portsmouth project is part of 20-year, $21-billion Navy shipyard modernization program.

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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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Extreme versatility. Exceptional value! The Sierra Series Electric Fireplace.

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Extreme versatility. Exceptional value! The Sierra Series Electric Fireplace. kcichowicz. Mon, 08/16/2021 - 13:00. For a quick and simple upgrade to any project or space, the Sierra Series can be built-in, wall-mounted or used on a table top. Available in 48, 60 and 72-inch lengths, the Sierra Series Electric Fireplace pairs well with flat screen TVs and works beautifully as a focal point for feature walls.

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Navy Awards $1.7B for 'Mega-Project' Contract at Maine Shipyard

ENR Construction

Portsmouth project is part of 20-year, $21 billion Navy shipyard modernization program.

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Go All in on Aluminum

Pro Builder

Go All in on Aluminum. kcichowicz. Mon, 08/16/2021 - 14:06. Fortress Building Products helps you build boldly with the strength, durability and affordability of Aluminum Railing and Fencing. Products. Products. sponsored.

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As Death Toll Rises From Haiti Earthquake, Potential Looms for Flooding, Landslides

ENR Construction

The death toll from the 7.2 earthquake of Aug. 14 has passed 1,500.

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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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What Is Classification of Bricks | Classification of Bricks Different Base 

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What Is Classification of Bricks? Many types of brick available in the market. All bricks are a different purpose and different place used, so us classification bricks as below. Classification of Bricks. Based on Shape. Based on Quality. Based on Their Using. Based on Raw Materials. Based on Building Process. Based on Manufacturing Method. Bricks Based on Weather-resisting Capability. #1.

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Increasing Share of Homeowners Use Smart Locks, Cameras

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Increasing Share of Homeowners Use Smart Locks, Cameras. cbroderick. Mon, 08/16/2021 - 09:13. The share of broadband households who own a listed smart home device increased by 10% in just two years, according to a new report from Parks Associates. The most popularly adopted smart home products include doorbells, smart light bulbs, and thermostats, but smart locks and networked cameras have been catching up, says Security Info Watch.

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These Are the Fastest Diversifying Regions in the Country

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These Are the Fastest Diversifying Regions in the Country. cbroderick. Mon, 08/16/2021 - 09:05. Recently released Census data found an increase of Asian and Hispanic populations in the country, and diversification is happening fastest in an unexpected area: small Midwestern towns. Less than an hour outside of Indianapolis is a 50,000-person city of Columbus where one in seven residents were born outside of the U.S.