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What’s Different About the Latest Round of PPP Loans

Pro Builder

What’s Different About the Latest Round of PPP Loans. cbroderick. Tue, 01/12/2021 - 10:16. The most recent round of Paycheck Protection Program funding, which opened yesterday, comes with a few important differences. In order to combat potential fraud and confusion, PPP applications will first be subjected to a series of checks before applicants receive a loan number, reports Construction Dive.

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Pile Cap Design | Pile Cap Construction | Piles Structure | Pile Cap Foundations | Square Piling Caps | Pile Cap Reinforcement

CivilJungle

Introduction of Pile Cap: The pile cap is a type of thick concrete mat-like structure which rests on the pile (timber or concrete) which gives a stable foundation to the whole system. This concrete pile cap transfers the entire load of the superstructure to the into the piles, which gives you a stable bearing capacity. The similar structure of the pile cap is a raft foundation, where there is also a concrete block -like structure is constructed.

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Residential Construction Employment Outperforms National Employment

Pro Builder

Residential Construction Employment Outperforms National Employment. cbroderick. Tue, 01/12/2021 - 10:22. As overall nonfarm payroll employment decreased in December amid rising COVID-19 cases, residential construction jobs increased. Nonfarm payroll employment dropped by 140,000 in December, making it the first month of losses after seven consecutive months of gains, according to the National Association of Home Builders.

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What is new in ACI 301-20, Specifications for Concrete Construction

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy American Institute of Concrete. by Michelle L. Wilson, FACI. The American Concrete Institute (ACI) published ACI 301-20, Specifications for Concrete Construction , in October 2020. This standard specification establishes criteria for concrete construction that can be incorporated by reference into contract documents. ACI 301 is written to the contractor.

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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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Two net-zero hotel projects could portend a new hospitality trend

BD+C

Two new net-zero hotel projects could be a sign of things to come for the hospitality industry , which is ripe for efficiency improvement. The industry comprises about 10% of all commercial real estate in the U.S., and has the highest energy use intensity (EUI) of all CRE sectors. The projects, the William Penn Hotel in San Francisco, and a new boutique hotel in New Haven, Conn., are on target to be the industry’s first net-zero buildings.

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Contractor of the Year: John W. Danforth Co.

Contractor Magazine

With strength, flexibility and a sense of optimism, Danforth navigates out of 2020 with purpose and a clear vision to succeed.

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Sitech Mid-Atlantic Reorganized by Trimble

Construction Equipment

Trimble has established four Sitech Technology Distributors in the territory once served by Sitech Mid-Atlantic: Sitech Chesapeake, Sitech Horizon, Sitech Palmetto, and Sitech Precision.

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Epic Games purchases North Carolina mall to convert into new HQ

BD+C

Epic Games, Turnbridge Equities, and Denali Properties have agreed to transfer the ownership of the 980,000-sf, 87-acre Cary Towne Center, located in Cary, N.C., to Epic. Epic purchased the mall for $95 million.

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Dominate the Long Haul

Construction Equipment

-sponsored- John Deere E-II Series ADTs get the job done with three new drive modes, simplified hydraulic and electrical routing, and comfort-improving cab updates.

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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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New Jersey Approves Loan Program For Brownfield Revitalization

Business Facilities

On Thursday, January 14, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) will host a webinar to provide details on its new Brownfields Loan Program. - Read: New Jersey Approves Loan Program For Brownfield Revitalization at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Momentum Builds for Major Protection Systems for Lower Mississippi River Valley

ENR Construction

Plans are moving ahead this week for two massive projects that would deliver 100-year flood protection for the lower Mississippi Valley. The question is whether the money and political will exists for the two protection systems to materialize.

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Different Types of Vitrified Tiles | What Are Vitrified Tiles | Advantages & Disadvantages of Vitrified Tiles | Glazed Vitrified Tiles Price

CivilJungle

Introduction of Vitrified Tiles. Tiles are one of the most important parts of the interior of the building. Tiles give a smooth and plane surface to the interior of the buildings. Tiles enhance the beauty of the floors in the interior of the structure. There are different types of tiles for the house are available in the market as per the requirement.

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Earth Building Online Academy

Natural Building

I just found out about the Earth Building Academy and their online courses. They have have been teaching for 20 years and recently ran a free online pizza oven course and had confirmation that online courses really work. They will cap numbers to make sure the live program experience remains productive. Here is what the program entails: Week 1: Introduction to Natural Building.

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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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Housing is Most Unaffordable in West, Northeast Regions

Pro Builder

Housing is Most Unaffordable in West, Northeast Regions. cbroderick. Tue, 01/12/2021 - 10:26. The National Association of Realtors’ housing affordability index increased 1.2 month-over-month in November, yet affordability remains lower compared to 2019. The median family income advanced 1.7% from November to October as well, helping to relieve families, yet the modest increase is not enough to combat rising home prices.

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McHugh Construction completes 5th-tallest all-residential building in the U.S.

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3 Million Unemployed Renters Remain Burdened by Housing Costs

Pro Builder

3 Million Unemployed Renters Remain Burdened by Housing Costs. cbroderick. Tue, 01/12/2021 - 10:40. There are an estimated 3 million renters who remain unemployed from March that face intense housing cost burdens. Thanks to the new stimulus package, these renters will receive an additional $300 in weekly payments, which can help housing costs. But even with the bonus cash, 43% of unemployment insurance income goes to rent, which is better than the 81.2% with only state unemployment.

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CDC: Worksite Vaccinations Not Under Consideration

ENR Construction

While the potential exists to roll out the vaccine at jobsites, the CDC is not considering that at this time.

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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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Nonresidential Construction Spending Shrinks, Says AGC

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction spending was a tale of two industries again in November, as soaring single-family construction masked ongoing downturns in private and public nonresidential construction, according to an analysis of new federal construction spending data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said the new figures underscore the need for new infrastructure investments and other measures to boost demand for nonresidential construction amid the pandemic.

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CDC: Worksite Vaccinations Not Under Considerations

ENR Construction

While the potential exists to roll out the vaccine at jobsites, the CDC is not considering that at this time.

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Department of Labor Clarifies Independent Contractor Classification

Pro Builder

Department of Labor Clarifies Independent Contractor Classification. cbroderick. Tue, 01/12/2021 - 10:36. It will be easier to classify workers between independent contractors and employees, according to the U.S Department of Labor’s latest announcement—that is, if the Biden administration implements the rule. The rule provides clarification for employers who are determining whether their worker is an independent contractor or employee.

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Game Change 2021: How Service, Offsite and Technology Disrupt the Status Quo for Construction Companies

ENR Construction

Predictions for the engineering, construction and infrastructure industry

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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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Congressman: Biden Administration Can Use ASCE Report as Guidepost

ENR Construction

U.S. Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, cited ASCE’s study, “Failure to Act: Economic Impacts of Status Quo Investment Across Infrastructure Systems,” as an ideal starting point for the infrastructure financing discussion.

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