Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 23, 2021

Exploring PPE Equality. Alex Headley. Mon, 08/23/2021 - 07:30. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has stated that female construction workers face specific health and safety issues on the jobsite that may require different personal protective equipment (PPE), gear and apparel than men in the industry require. Because of this, OSHA best practices recommend that, in addition to compliance with the OSHA regulations, whenever employers are required to purchase PPE, they should

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 23, 2021

The migration of workers is not occurring in a vacuum. Available workforce is often the most important factor when companies make decisions about relocations—and where to put their corporate HQ. The post Corporate Headquarters: Base Camps For Business appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 23, 2021

The Secrets Behind The Villages' Success. cbroderick. Mon, 08/23/2021 - 09:43. Census data revealed the fastest-growing metropolitan statistical area in the country was Florida's The Villages, an area of 32 square miles that experienced 40% growth in just 10 years. The master planned retirement community has jumped from 93,000 to 130,000 residents in a decade and its growth surpasses all of the 20 largest cities in the country, reports Curbed.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 23, 2021

A $124 million investment will create the Global Transportation & Industrial Park of Oklahoma, bringing global commerce opportunities, economic development, and jobs to the region. The post Ardmore Industrial Airpark Becoming Global Multimodal Logistics Hub appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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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ENR Construction

AUGUST 23, 2021

Crews finish 3,500-ft pipeline at Energy Dept.'s Hanford site in Washington state to carry long buried radioactive wastes to giant treatment plant—two decades in the making.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 23, 2021

Crews finish 3,500-ft pipeline at Energy Dept. Hanford site in Washington state to carry buried radioactive wastes to be immobilized in giant plant, two decades in the making.

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Contractor Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2021

Homeowners knew exactly the level of comfort the REHAU radiant system would provide.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2021

The nation’s construction industry added 11,000 jobs on net in July, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Overall, the industry has recovered 886,000 (79.6%) of the jobs lost during earlier stages of the pandemic. Nonresidential construction employment expanded by 2,900 positions on net, though more than 100% of the gains were among nonresidential specialty trade contractors, which added 7,500 jobs.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 23, 2021

Best Cities for Remote Workers. cbroderick. Mon, 08/23/2021 - 10:07. Wi-Fi speed, median rent, cost of living, co-working spaces, public Wi-Fi spaces—all of these factors are ingredients for the perfect cities for remote workers. NerdWallet assessed the top 100 cities in the U.S. across these criteria to identify which are the best for remote workers.

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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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Work Gearz

AUGUST 23, 2021

Logger boots are often used to navigate through brush, mud, and other sorts of debris, as well as to aid in any climbing that may be required. It is a durable work boot with a raised heel along with a long boot shaft of 8 to 11 inches built for more support, which is necessary when working outdoors on hard terrain. Logger boots are tall as compared to other work boots in order to elevate your feet from the ground.

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Learn Civil Engineering

AUGUST 23, 2021

What is Boundary Wall? Any wall, fence, or enclosing structure constructed on or directly next to a cadastral property border, as well as any other structure fastened to or on top of a boundary wall, including security devices such as spikes, barbed wire, razor wire, or electric fences. Definition of Boundary Wall A boundary wall […].

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Work Gearz

AUGUST 23, 2021

Crocs are built for comfort! Crocs are made from a material called “crosslite” which is type of closed cell resin and looks very similar to rubber and plastic. But they do not exhibit the properties of either rubber or plastic. In fact, they are much softer, more flexible and are not slippery at all. They are extremely lightweight, very attractive and are resistant to sweat, odor and stains.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 23, 2021

Rhode Island installed storm gauges on its bridges after 2019 storm.

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Construction Junkie

AUGUST 23, 2021

This article is brought to you by ALICE Technologies Construction project delays are both frustrating and costly - but they’re also incredibly common. So common, in fact, that GCs no longer ask if a project will veer off-schedule or off-budget, they ask by how much? The bigger the project, the harder the fall. Large-scale construction and infrastructure projects involve complex scheduling, with many interdependent tasks and moving parts.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 23, 2021

The rail program's overall price rose 30% since 2010 to $24.6 billion.

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Work Gearz

AUGUST 23, 2021

Water and slippery surfaces exist everywhere and you need to bear with them in almost every job; be it construction or brick laying , or iron industry or pipe lining, or forestry or farming! Slipping off and falling is considered to be a hazard which might even be fatal at times. So, wearing boots that are slip-resistant is a must and most of the industries in US demand their workers to wear boots that are slip-resistant.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 23, 2021

A 24-hour rainfall total of 17.02 inches was recorded, nearly half during a six-hour midday window, but other radar showed amounts of 21 inches or more and 21 storm-related deaths are confirmed as of Aug. 23.

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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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Work Gearz

AUGUST 23, 2021

Wedge sole boots are generally a bit spacious as compared to the other types of boots. This is because you generally don’t get the option of pointed toe boots in wedged sole boots. In wedged sole boots, the outsole runs through the entire length of the boots in a single piece and there are no separate heel, arch and toe section for these boots (in respect of the outsole).

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 23, 2021

Redwood City, Calif. and Alameda County gain funding to support water system upgrades.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 23, 2021

Daiwa House Industry Co., Ltd. is developing a range of construction businesses, not only in single-family house building as seen in TV commercials, but also rental housing, commercial and distribution facilities, medical care, and nursing care facilities. Behind these promising developments is the enthusiasm of young employees and site managers, and the “Digital Construction Project” that supports them.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 23, 2021

The loans will go toward water system upgrades in Redwood City and Alameda County.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 23, 2021

There’s a common misconception around prefabrication—that it amounts to bland, cookie-cutter boxes rolling off an assembly line. But the truth is that prefabrication techniques can allow design teams to produce beautiful, innovative designs that meet the distinct needs of individual clients. . Plus, prefab elements can often be produced more quickly with minimal resources and waste, making it a favorable option for builders and owners alike. .

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 23, 2021

Buyers Want Larger Homes, Second Quarter Home Construction Delivers. cbroderick. Mon, 08/23/2021 - 09:53. The median and average sizes of a new single-family homes are up, and the National Association of Home Builders says the pandemic-fueled demand for more living space has influenced this trend. The median single-family square floor area increased to 1,297 square feet in the second quarter and the average square footage increased to 2,540.

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