Fri.Nov 01, 2019

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Will Robots Replace Humans in Construction?

Construction Business Owner

Construction has continued to evolve and attempt to replicate many of the successes that have aided manufacturing (e.g., prefabrication, modularization, automation, autonomous equipment and robotics have all become the zeitgeists). So, what does this mean for the construction company of tomorrow? .

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The Complexity Of OSHA’s PSM Standard

FDR Safety

FDRsafety continues to encounter situations where worker training is incomplete or lacking, especially in safety. Unfortunately, we find that much of this training has no foundation… Let me explain. I recently attended the 2 nd Annual Process Safety Summit in Washington DC on Oct 15-16, 2019. The Summit brought together safety and legal professionals from chemical manufacturing, petroleum refining, paper and other industries covered by OSHA’s PSM Standard and EPA’s RMP Rule, with officials from

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What is Bridge Pier? Types of Bridge Piers

The Constructor

A bridge pier is a type of structure that extend to the ground below or into the water. It is used to support bridge superstructure and transfer the.

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GlaxoSmithKline To Create 150 New Jobs In Virginia

Business Facilities

The global healthcare company will invest $16.7 million investment to expand its research and development operation in Richmond, VA. - Read: GlaxoSmithKline To Create 150 New Jobs In Virginia at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Deere Intros UTVs for Government, First Responders

Construction Equipment

John Deere has developed a new line of Special Application Vehicles to suit the needs of federal, state, and local governments, and first responders.

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Skanska, 3 other U.K. contractors pilot flex hours for site workers

Construction Dive

To help alleviate the labor shortage, British construction firms are exploring ways to offer flexible hours for craft workers and project managers. Could the idea work in the U.S.?

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Coldefy & Associés’ design selected for Pulse nightclub shooting memorial

BD+C

After a seven month design competition that comprised 68 entries and six shortlisted designs, the onePULSE Foundation (a nonprofit established by the owner of the Pulse nightclub after the mass shooting that took place) has selected Coldefy & Associés’ design for a permanent memorial and museum.

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MTI Equipment Under New Ownership

Construction Equipment

MTI Equipment, a distributor of used horizontal directional drills (HDD), has been re-purchased by its founding ownership group. MTI was established in 1986 as a telecommunications installation provider, and in the early 1990s began selling pre-owned underground construction equipment.

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Do car-free downtown zones work? Oslo, yes; Chicago, no

BD+C

Two well-researched articles explore the question of whether keeping cars out of downtown is good or bad for business, for people's health, and for the environment.

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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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Cascade Trader Adds New Location in Northeast

Construction Equipment

Cascade Trader Inc., a Doosan dealer, has opened a new location in Hayden, Idaho. The facility will serve customers in Hayden and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho; and Spokane, Washington. It carries Doosan-branded crawler excavators, wheeled excavators, wheel loaders, and other equipment.

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10 Hidden Construction Contract Traps And How To Avoid Them

Contractor Bookkeeping

A new contractor meets an experienced customer, and money changes hands and not the way you expect it. Typically, this is what happens when you first get started: You bid on a project, and you are the low bidder. You are given the client's standard contract, which contains the client's favorite set of commercial terms and conditions, to sign as a condition of getting the project.

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Cat Updates Small Wheel Loader Line

Construction Equipment

Caterpillar has launched design enhancements for its small wheel loader (SWL) line, Cat 926M, 930M, and 938M models, centered on improving attachment visibility, operator comfort, and machine performance, according to the company. The Cat 930M is powered by a Cat C7.

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Fluor reports $782M loss in Q3 2019

Construction Dive

Amid major restructuring, a potential $1 billion sale and focus on project selections that mitigate risk, Fluor recorded another substantial loss.

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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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Cat HM315 and HM415 Bite Limiter Mulchers

Construction Equipment

Three new bite limiter mulchers for skid steer loaders and compact track loaders (HM315 and HM415) are designed with disks to limit the amount of mulched material at a time. New tooth designs improve cutting capability, and two speed motor helps provide faster recovery.

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[VIDEO] Caterpillar 299D3 XE Land Management Compact Track Loader

Green Industry Professionals

Caterpillar's Kevin Coleman shared the benefits of the 299D3 XE Land Management, a purpose-built machine designed for rugged vegetation management and site clearing applications.

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Cat Adds Seat Options to UTVs

Construction Equipment

Caterpillar will be adding an option for a third seat in its two seat vehicles (CUV82 and CUV102D) and adding the option for the sixth seat on its five seat vehicles (CUV85 and CUV105D). All UTVs now come from the factory ready to accept the additional seat.

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Rider Levett Bucknall Releases Quarterly Cost Report for North America, Puts Construction Trends in Perspective

Construction Superintendent Magazine

International property and construction consultancy firm Rider Levett Bucknall has released its new quarterly cost report for North America. With data up to date to July 1 and featuring construction cost information for 14 U.S. and Canadian markets, the QCR provides a statistical view of the state of the construction industry, detailing indicative construction costs for eight building sectors.

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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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Terex Net Sales Down 4.7 Percent

Construction Equipment

Terex Corporation’s Q3 net sales reached $1.0 billion, down 6.8 percent versus the third quarter of 2018. Global sales declined 4.7 percent compared to the third quarter of 2018. The Terex AWP business segment reported net sales of $628 million, down 13.9 percent versus Q3 2018, or 12.

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[PODCAST] E12: Kioti Enters the Turf-Care Market With a Line of Zero Turns

Green Industry Professionals

KIOTI ZTRs boast an impressive set of features to ensure the same reliability and comfortable performance for operators as the company's tractor and UTV lineups

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Caterpillar TRS8 Tilt Rotate

Construction Equipment

The Caterpillar TRS8 tilt rotate coupler for mini hydraulic excavators offers 360 degrees of rotation and 40 degrees of tilt. The attachment also has the ability to position cutting edge at any position. Rotation also reduces machine repositioning.

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Design unveiled for the University of Maryland’s School of Public Policy building

BD+C

The University of Maryland has a new landmark architectural presence in its new School of Public Policy building.

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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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Atlas Copco QAS 625 Generator

Construction Equipment

The Atlas Copco QAS 625 mobile generator is the company’s largest, with a power rating of 625 kVA. It is powered by a 724-horsepower Volvo Penta Tier 4-F diesel that uses selective catalytic reduction (SCR) for exhaust aftertreatment.

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Thompson Pump Awarded Municipal Purchasing Contracts

Contractor Magazine

Heavy equipment procurement agreements effective for one year in North Carolina and Virginia.

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Skid Steer Backhoe BH130

Construction Equipment

The skid steer backhoe BH130 for D3 skid steer loaders and compact track loaders feature in-cab operation, stabilizers, side shift, auxiliary functions, and more.

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Construction Oct. Jobless Rate Falters Despite Gain of 10,000 Jobs

ENR Construction

Industry's unemployment rate increased to 4.0% from September's 3.2% and October 2018's 3.6%.

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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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Skid Steer Backhoe BH130

Construction Equipment

The skid steer backhoe BH130 for D3 skid steer loaders and compact track loaders feature in-cab operation, stabilizers, side shift, auxiliary functions, and more.

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Is There Risk in Your Fleet?

Contractor Magazine

Learn the Risks - Take the Quiz

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Epiroc Releases Fleet Management App

Construction Equipment

Epiroc My Epiroc digital fleet-management platform is a web- and mobile-application that helps users keep track of equipment productivity.