Flat Plate Floor System – Features and Advantages
The Constructor
OCTOBER 30, 2019
A flat plate floor system is a reinforced concrete frame system with a uniform thickness that is supported directly over the columns or the.
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Hack or treat: It's cybersecurity month, and experts say construction firms aren't ready for what's at the door
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 30, 2019
“Don’t fool yourself and say it’s not going to happen to me,” says attorney Richard Volack referencing a report that claims 68% of the construction industry is not prepared to stave off existing threats.
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Soak Pit – Need and Functions
The Constructor
OCTOBER 30, 2019
A soak pit or a soakaway is a closed porous chamber that is directly connected to a primary treatment unit. It serves the function of letting the.
When construction companies need to build a new identity
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Using a DBA or creating a new corporate entity are ways contractors can distribute liability, expand geographically, update brand identity or even take on work that would put them in political crosshairs.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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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.
Robot masons work with humans on a $52 million housing project in Illinois
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2019
A 166,000-sf barracks with 300 bedrooms for 600 military personnel is under construction at the Great Lakes Naval Base in Illinois with the help of robots that can lay bricks every seven to 10 seconds and can lift and place foundation blocks weighing up to 135 lbs.
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Techno-magnet: Proto Kendall Square
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2019
A shortage of rental housing in the bustling Kendall Square neighborhood of Cambridge, Mass.—a hub of top-tier universities, research centers, and tech companies—prompted the development of Proto Kendall Square. Boston Properties commissioned the 22-story, 280-unit apartment tower to help diversify the neighborhood’s office-centric property mix and expand its own multifamily portfolio.
Caterpillar Global Operator Challenge Narrows to Nine Finalists
Green Industry Professionals
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The two North American finalists earned their spots in the final competition in October and will compete against seven other global contestants in Las Vegas at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020
Illinois: A Talent Pool With World-Class Skills
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The Land of Lincoln offers a highly educated workforce and a logistics network that is hard to match. - Read: Illinois: A Talent Pool With World-Class Skills at BusinessFacilities.com.
James McHugh Construction breaks ground on 1000M, Michigan Avenue’s tallest tower to be
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2019
CHICAGO, Ill., October 30, 2019 – Co-developers Time Equities, Inc. (TEI), JK Equities and Oak Capitals, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday, October 24th, to celebrate the start of construction for 1000M , the ultra-luxury condominium building across from Grant Park in Chicago.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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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.
AEC firms applaud Autodesk's integration of BIM platforms for horizontal, vertical construction
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Tech integrations are increasingly ubiquitous?, but testers of this latest offering, such as AECOM and Pennoni, say this one is different.
SoCal JCB Opens New HQ in Fontana
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2019
SoCal JCB, a JCB-owned dealership out of Los Angeles, opened a new location in Fontana, California, that will serve as its headquarters. Fixed on 1.5 acres, the dealership includes demonstration areas and three service bays.
COX Architecture and Zaha Hadid Architects will design the Western Sydney Airport
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The Western Sydney International Airport is a new greenfield airport in Sydney’s new western Parkland City region. The team of COX Architecture and Zaha Hadid Architects will design the project after winning an international competition comprising 40 entries.
Brandt Tractor Acquires Canadian Nortrax Dealers
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The Brandt Group of Companies has acquired Nortrax Canada and Nortrax Quebec and is now the exclusive John Deere Construction & Forestry dealer for all of Canada. The acquisition brings the number of Brandt Tractor dealerships to more than 100, according to a press release.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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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?
Mowing the Alaskan Way
Green Industry Professionals
OCTOBER 30, 2019
When you think of Alaska, you don't think of landscaping but A-1 Lawn & Landscaping has made it their business for the last 28 years.
BOMAG 2200/60 Milling Machine
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The 600-horsepower BOMAG 2200/60 milling machine has an 86.3-inch cutting width and use the BMS 15 milling tooth holder system. The tapered tooth retainer claw boasts a low-resistance profile that delivers more cutting power with less wear.
Volvo's electric loader meets test drivers' approval
Digger Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The first L25 Electric compact wheeled loader from Volvo Construction Equipment has got the thumbs up from a German customer that has been testing it.
BOMAG BF 200 Asphalt Paver
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The BOMAG BF 200 asphalt paver has an operating weight of 13,228 pounds and is 51 inches wide. It paves from 3.6 to 6.6 feet. Manual screed extensions have Quick Coupling technology with a locking wedge-and-socket design for widths to 11.2 feet, and reduction skids allow widths to 1.3 feet.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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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.
The Beach Company acquires land for multifamily community in Chattanooga
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2019
October 30, 2019: The Beach Company , headquartered in Charleston, S.C., has acquired 2.79 acres of land in downtown Chattanooga’s popular Riverfront district. The site, which is located two blocks from the Tennessee River and the Walnut Street Pedestrian Bridge, will be developed as a mixed-use community called River Rock.
BOMAG BM 500/15-2, BM 600/15-2 Milling Machines
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The 140.8-horsepower BOMAG BM 500/15-2 and BM 600/15-2 milling machines work to widths of 19.7 and 23.6 inches, respectively, and both have a minimum radius of 9.6 inches. The cold planers’ drums are available in standard, fine, power, and trenching designs in widths from 3.15 to 23.6 inches.
Weedingtech Unveils New Sprayer for Herbicide-Free Alternative Weed Killer
Green Industry Professionals
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Foamstream is safe to use around people, animals, delicate environments and water
Liebherr Launches Battery-powered Drill Rig
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Liebherr has launched the LB 16 Unplugged, a nearly emissions-free battery-powered drill rig that has been successfully tested with customers in deep foundation work. The rotary drill features an electro-hydraulic drive concept and can be used without a cable.
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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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!
Demonstrating Cob Construction in Oregon
Natural Building
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Several folks got a hands-on lesson building a cob wall during a Live Culture Coast event at the Seven Fires Foundation demonstration site in Bandon, Oregon. Director Tammy Van shows the fresco decorated interior of a cob building. You can read the original article at theworldlink.com. The post Demonstrating Cob Construction in Oregon appeared first on Natural Building Blog.
Powerscreen Relaunches Phoenix Recyclers
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Powerscreen will bring back its Phoenix line of screening machines used in recycling applications. The trommel machines screen and separate materials that can create recycled useable products.
Perfecting Your Commercial HVAC Project Management Skills
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Commercial HVAC project manager must focus on planning ahead, organizing the details, and ensuring all are on the same page. Simple advice, but not always so simple.
East Mfg. Trailers Partner with Truck-Lite for Telematics
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Truck-Lite Co. will provide its Road Ready trailer telematics system on all East Manufacturing flatbed, dump, and refuse trailers.
Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High
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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!
ILFI releases new version of Living Building Challenge Framework for Affordable Housing
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The International Living Future Institute (ILFI) has released a new edition of its Living Building Challenge Framework for Affordable Housing.
Construction Workers Most Likely to Misuse Opioids
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Survey of professions highlights need for programs to prevent drug-related harm in construction.
Husqvarna 520iHT4 Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmer
Green Industry Professionals
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The new 520iHT4 hedge trimmer offers an extended reach of over 14 ft. thanks to a telescoping arm.
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