Fri.Nov 10, 2017

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Infographic – Top 8 Skills for Successful Project Managers

Lets Build

Project management is a scientific process through which you manage a wide range of projects from its initial design to planning and ultimately to the successful completion of the project. In other words, project management could be defined as the use of techniques, tools and other skills sets to successfully.

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Austin’s first indoor shopping mall becomes Austin Community College’s new digital media center

BD+C

The first indoor shopping mall in Austin, Texas is currently undergoing a major renovation to become Austin Community College’s new digital media center. The redesigned building will contain space for art, music, dance drama, radio-television-film, photography, visual communication, computer programming, and gaming technology. . Rendering courtesy of Perkins+Will. .

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Update: EPA Proposes Change in Glider Kit Emission Rule

Construction Equipment

The Environmental Protection Agency has released text of its proposal to change the way glider kits - those truck bodies that are sold as incomplete trucks which will later be fitted with either new or used engines, transmissions, and other components - are viewed regarding the GHG Phase 2 emission standard put in place by the Obama administration.

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The hotel of the future has just the right amount of tech

BD+C

It’s no surprise that robots have chosen hotels to invade first—after all, in no other sector or building is service so highly valued and scrutinized. Whether it’s automating the check-in desk, bringing additional toiletries to the room or booking dinner reservations, digitally driven services and technology have altered the guest experience. But are guests ready for even more drastic changes?

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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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Update: President's Asia Trip Includes Deal for Terex

Construction Equipment

The U.S. Commerce Department has release a list of the 37 major deals signed between U.S. and Chinese companies during President Trump's visit.

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Technology and construction marketing: How important is it to keep up with the latest options?

Construction Marketing Ideas

How much do we (should we) need to embrace the latest technologies in our architectural, engineering and construction initiatives? The answer, I think, depends on our personality and character and there isn’t a single correct answer. For example, for years our business had a truly inspiring sales representative who developed her mostly by phone (even […].

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HercRentals Up 14.7% in Q3

Construction Equipment

Herc Holdings Inc. has reported financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2017. Equipment rental revenues were $413.1 million and total revenues were $457.6 million in the third quarter of 2017, up from $360.3 million and $403.6 million, respectively, for the same period last year. The Company reported net income of $12.8 million in the third quarter of 2017, compared to net income of $3.0 million for the same period last year.

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Product roundup: 12 flooring tech products

BD+C

Indoors, outdoors, and everything inbetween, these 12 flooring tech products offer solutions for a variety of projects. . 1. Deconstructed metal. Patcraft.

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Off-the-wall heating

Contractor Magazine

Sometimes, putting radiant tubing in the floor is not always the best installation for every radiant heating application.

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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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Raising Men Lawn Care Spending Off-Season Collecting Christmas Gifts for the Homeless

Green Industry Professionals

Inside Rodney Smith`s garage, the mowers have been pushed to the side to make room for a mountain of Christmas gifts.

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PC’s Joe Daigneault Recognized as 2017 Rising Star

PC Construction

Last night PC Construction celebrated the achievements of Chief Estimator Joe Daigneault. Surrounded by his co-workers and friends, Joe was recognized as a 2017 Vermont Business Magazine ‘Rising Star.’ This recognition is bestowed on Vermont.

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Metal fabric optimizes solar control without jeopardizing views

BD+C

GKD’s new Solar Omega stainless steel metal fabric panels are geared for sun shading. As the sun rises higher in the sky, the stacking effects of the horizontal metal rods shade the building façade. As the sun descends, more daylight is allowed through the mesh. Options include deeper horizontal rods, which increase the amount of shading while maintaining views through the fabric, and the ability to vary the open area based on the unique solar needs of the project. .

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Sprinkler pipe fails, floods Phoenix library

Contractor Magazine

Phoenix officials learned the hard way recently that it’s not sufficient to merely inspect fire sprinkler systems; any problems found during those inspections must be fixed.

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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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Duke Energy Plans To Strengthen South Carolina Energy Grid

Business Facilities

Duke Energy will invest $3 billion over roughly the next 10 years in South Carolina to strengthen the state’s energy grid and provide a major boost to the state’s economy for years to come. Photo: Duke Energy. The program – Power/Forward Carolinas – will consist of upgrades that will harden the system against storms and outages, further protect it against cyberattacks and physical threats, help expand renewable energy, generate jobs and stimulate economic growth.

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10.5 Business tips that helped me

Contractor Magazine

Small businesses that survive in the long haul have managed to build into their daily practices rules to govern how they conduct business that helps to ensure success.

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Last Week, 100 Meetings with Congress Regarding H-2B

Green Industry Professionals

Representatives and senators heard from seasonal business owners about the real-world implications of the H-2B cap.

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Structural Dynamo Irwin Cantor Dies at 90

ENR Construction

Structural engineer Irwin G. Cantor, this year's ENR New York Legacy Award winner, died Nov. 7. He was 90 years old.

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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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Winterizing Irrigation Systems

Green Industry Professionals

Precautions have to be taken with your outdoor irrigation plumbing; otherwise it could cost you.

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Trane Acquires Energy Storage Firm CALMAC

Contractor Magazine

CALMAC ice storage tanks are integrated with Trane commercial HVAC systems to take pressure off the energy grid.

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Cancellation of Rail Tunnel Expansion Cramps Baltimore Port Expansion Plans

ENR Construction

Maryland officials are scrambling to find another strategy to finance the $425 million expansion of an aging Baltimore freight rail tunnel, following CSX Transportation’s withdrawal from the project earlier this month.

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Fire and Ice

Business Facilities

When President Trump warned North Korea this week not to underestimate America’s resolve, he wasn’t bluffing. You don’t double-park three of the U.S. Navy’s carrier battle groups off the coast of the Korean peninsula if you’re not prepared to use them. A showdown over North Korea’s accelerating nuclear weapons program may be looming.

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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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Port of San Francisco Selects Design Team for Seawall Resiliency Project

ENR Construction

Arcadis, a global design and consultancy firm for natural and built assets, announced November 8 that along with CH2M, it has been selected by the Port of San Francisco to lead the design and engineering for the 10-year Seawall Resiliency Project.

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Hong Kong Construction Worker Wage Climbs for 9th Consecutive Year

ENR Construction

Last year, construction workers were on the job 20-22 days per month. The total this year has dropped to 13-15 days, and legal fights augur further slowdowns.

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Massive Petrochemical Complex on the Rise in Pennsylvania

ENR Construction

Construction is underway at Shell Chemicals’ new $6 billion ethane cracker plant in central Pennsylvania.