Construction Junkie

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

One thing that I’ve been concerned about since the coronavirus pandemic started is how it will affect training. With social distancing guidelines, the reduction of in-person meetings, and other challenges, it’s easy to just push training down the line and get back to it when it’s more convenient. Heavy equipment operators have had access to remote training through computerized simulators for years, but one training solution just created a platform that’s even more remote.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Your Strategy for Restarting Projects During & After the Pandemic. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 14:26. Advice for how to successfully restart work on your construction project jobsites during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

In this time of global crisis, having a garden or a yard in your home is invaluable. Very few households get to enjoy fresh air and sunlight without.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

3 Principles of an Optimized Prequalification Workflow. How to maximize efficiency & make better use of your time. Terri Jackson. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 15:16. When it comes to your subcontractor prequalification workflow, the term “successful” can mean many things. Let’s be clear: as construction management firms are asked to take on more complex jobs and complete them in less time, success hinges on the ability to identify and mitigate subcontractor risks well before a project starts. .

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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.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Insulated buildings not only minimize the transmission of thermal energy but also control the energy costs. Various forms of insulations are used in.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

The Statue of Unity depicts India’s first deputy prime minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. It is situated near the Sardar Sarovar dam in the.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Construction Equipment editors put the Caterpillar 395 excavator in the dirt at IUOE Local 649 in Bartonville, IL, where professional operators took it through its paces in this edition of Earthmoving Field Test.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Samantha Lewandowski on Creating a Recovery-Friendly Workplace. ibush. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 12:50. Key to helping people with substance abuse disorders is providing workplaces that don't shame or stigmatize. New Hampshire's Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative is doing just that by educating employers and employees and providing much-needed resources .

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

RV Associates has implemented machine-control technologies across its site-building business, and increased its production nearly four-fold. In this video case study from Leica Geosystems, company officials explain how technology is sharpening its competitive edge.

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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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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Working From Home Could Bring 2 Million Buyers Into the Market. cbroderick. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 09:38. By analyzing renter households in the largest U.S. metros, Zillow discovered that nearly 2 million renters could become homeowners if given the option to work from home. The company evaluated renter households which cannot afford starter homes in their metro areas, then created a probability of those renters to telecommute based on income, industry, and occupation.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

With the construction industry already suffering from a labor shortage when the Covid-19 pandemic struck, interest in autonomous technology has doubled since March, according to an article in Bisnow.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Waterproofing Showers, Part 2: Site-Built Pans. ibush. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 10:37. Pay attention to these details to properly waterproof site-fabricated shower pans. Tim Kampert. Most luxury and move-up production homes have tiled showers in the owner’s suite bathroom. Those with curbed entries are common, but curbless installations—where the shower floor is flush with the bathroom floor, then slopes to a drain at center or along the back of the stall—are gaining popularity.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Ford Commercial Solutions has launched Ford Telematics, a web-based software platform and subscription service designed to grant fleet managers easy access to important connected vehicle data.

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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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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

1. New affordable housing in the Bronx is designed for both seniors and teens (BD+C) . "Designed by Body Lawson Associates and located on Freeman Square in the Foxhurst section of the Bronx, the building comprises 63 affordable apartments averaging 550 sf each.".

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

As the 2020-21 college year starts, design and construction students, educators and employers adapt to—and debate—altered boundaries of learning and team interaction now and long term.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

The coronavirus has harmed the construction industry, prompting project delays and cancellations, layoffs and furloughs, yet it remains difficult for a majority of firms to find craft workers to hire, according to the Associated General Contractors of America and Autodesk.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Sustainability has been about buildings that help the environment. But COVID-19 has focused attention on healthy buildings.

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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.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

This week on The Weekly, BD+C editors spoke with leaders from DLR Group, HMC Architects, and JLL on three important topics: . • How AEC firms can help school districts successfully implement innovative learning spaces. • COVID-19's impact on sustainability. • The construction outlook for the second half of 2020 and beyond. . WATCH THE SEGMENTS ON DEMAND BELOW . .

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Province signed MOU to support 186-mile superspeed carrier as project awaits investors for $380M first-phase and has feasibility questions.

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Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

So, I didn’t do any favoritism and chose to write this article to please all the handsome men and beautiful ladies out there! As in this article, I have mentioned the best leather work boots available in the market that are sure to match your needs. Each boot that I mentioned in this article is apt for a particular purpose and the best from the rest.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

10 Design has won the design competition to redevelop an old military airport in Nanjing, China into a 2.6 million-sf contemporary mixed-use development. The redevelopment has been designed with the central theme of echoing the past while reflecting the future for the city of Nanjing. The winning design features three interconnected buildings linked by a sunken street, incorporating office, retail, and cultural spaces.

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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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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Why come to Michigan? Pure opportunity. Looking for tech talent? Ours is among the fastest growing. Need a low cost of living? Ours is the 4th lowest in the nation. Sick of paying high taxes? Michigan’s business environment is ranked in the top 10. - Read: [VIDEO] Why Michigan? | Pure Opportunity | MEDC at BusinessFacilities.com.

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CivilJungle

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

What Is Superelevation? Superelevation on the horizontal curve is one of the most important features in the construction of the roads. It is very essential to provide superelevation in roads for the safe movement of vehicles on the curved portion of the roads. It helps the fast-moving vehicles to safely pass through the curved portion of the roads with stability.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Can California's Real Estate Market Survive? cbroderick. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 09:45. With increasing home prices, a shortage of homes, and many tech employees working from home, is California’s real estate market poised for a drastic change? The state is known for its opportunities and dreams of Hollywood success stories, but the pandemic has since rattled everything.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Manitex International has expanded its distribution network to include Atlantic & Southern Equipment, headquartered in Lake City, Georgia, and Keystone Crane Services, located in Rhome, Texas.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Younger Millennials Are Flooding the Market. cbroderick. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 09:55. Millennials took advantage of July’s low mortgage rates, especially younger Millennials. National Mortgage News describes younger Millennials as those between 21 and 29 and older Millennials between the ages of 30 and 40. COO of Ellie Mae suggested now is the ideal time for those younger Millennials to jump into home buying, but it appears they do not need to be told.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Turner Construction has experienced racist incidents on its jobsites in recent months and has responded strongly.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

To Prevent a Housing Crisis, Renters Need More Than an Eviction Ban. cbroderick. Thu, 09/03/2020 - 09:59. Talks about an eviction crisis have been occurring since the beginning of the pandemic and the housing market has pleaded with Washington for help in the form of funds. Many cities have enacted some sort of rent relief, whether it be for utilities or rentals themselves.

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