The Constructor

APRIL 19, 2019

Notre Dame de Paris, translated to Our lady of Paris, is one of the greatest marvels of French Gothic architecture much like the Eiffel tower in.

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Architecture 164

Construction Marketing

APRIL 19, 2019

Owning a home is an important investment. Many homeowners find it hard to decide on whether to buy a home or have one custom built. With the help of a general contractor in charlotte , recent research shows that many people are opting for custom home builders. There are many reasons why people are making this decision. We are going to review the main reasons to enable you to make the right decision.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 19, 2019

Paris officials have vowed to restore Notre Dame Cathedral after fire destroyed the roof and other parts of the historic building, and construction technology will speed the process.

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BD+C

APRIL 19, 2019

As the 1990s were drawing to a close, Jesse Devitte wasn’t sure there was much of a future investing in the tech-averse AEC world. He had formed that opinion after stints as President of the AutoCAD software startup Softdesk, which went public in 1994; and then as Vice President of Autodesk’s AEC Market Group after Autodesk paid $90 million to acquire Softdesk in 1996.

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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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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 19, 2019

MARTHA’S VINEYARD, MASS.—When homeowners choose to be more environmentally conscious with their decisions and take a more sustainable route for their home, they are generally lauded for their efforts. But when the homeowners of a 3,000-sq.-ft.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

APRIL 19, 2019

Right now, if you are like most construction company owners, your construction accounting records are in an unlocked file cabinet, or worse, sitting on someone's desk. As an accounting firm, our client's privacy and security remain our top priorities and are continually looking at ways to develop and evaluate our system to prevent breach and network holes.

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BD+C

APRIL 19, 2019

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) now welcomes developers and owners to join its 2030 Commitment with the goal of creating carbon neutral buildings, developments, and major renovations by 2030.

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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 19, 2019

Weldon Long explains how you can secure an answer from the homeowner by providing solutions. Also hear from Gary Elekes on tracking digital conversions.

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Security 53

BD+C

APRIL 19, 2019

For many, the thought of a construction project brings to mind an unorganized job site being run by a contractor who’s behind schedule and over budget. This common misconception often leaves owners fearful when building a new space or renovating a current one. However, by debunking a few common myths about construction, owners can feel more prepared and excited for their next project. .

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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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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 19, 2019

It turns out that some building managers have actually learned that maintenance is supposed to pay for itself in longevity, reliability and efficiency.

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Management 51

BD+C

APRIL 19, 2019

The devastating fire at Notre-Dame de Paris is the latest blaze to damage or destroy historic buildings while undergoing renovations. It highlights how vulnerable such structures are to fire while undergoing repairs. While the cause of the fire has not yet been determined, it may well be due to activity during the restoration project on the ancient cathedral.

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Renovating 84

Contractor Magazine

APRIL 19, 2019

By Pat Lenius and John Murphy, The National Association of Plumbing Showroom Professionals (NAOPSP)

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BD+C

APRIL 19, 2019

As the 1990s were drawing to a close, Jesse Devitte wasn’t sure there was much of a future investing in the tech-averse AEC world. He had formed that opinion after stints as President of the AutoCAD software startup Softdesk, which went public in 1994; and then as Vice President of Autodesk’s AEC Market Group after Autodesk paid $90 million to acquire Softdesk in 1996.

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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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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 19, 2019

How can you as a Contractor create happier customers while also selling more and serving your customers at the highest level?

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Contractors 51

BD+C

APRIL 19, 2019

A new concrete manufacturing technique extracts carbon dioxide out of the air, or directly out of industrial exhaust pipes, and turns it into synthetic limestone.

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Construction Cost Estimating

APRIL 19, 2019

This civil engineering article sheds light on the inspection method of various civil works as well as necessary documents to carry out an inspection at construction project. Civil Inspection: Purpose - It is conducted to verify that the civil construction activities accomplished on the construction projects adhere to relevant codes, standards, specifications and drawings.

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BD+C

APRIL 19, 2019

On Wednesday, the U.S. Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service released new regulations and guidelines for investments in the 8,700 distressed or lower-income census tracts that governors across the country have designated as Opportunity Zones (OZs). The new regulations, which expand upon the initial round that came out last October, are meant to provide greater clarity for investors and developers about how funds raised for such investments might qualify for tax breaks.

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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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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 19, 2019

Many, but not all, are obvious. Use this as a marketing checklist.

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BD+C

APRIL 19, 2019

Skender and Z Modular have signed an agreement to manufacture multifamily housing components in a factory on the southwest side of Chicago. Skender, a design, construction, and manufacturing firm, will use Z Modular’s self-bracing structural VectorBloc system to fabricate building components. The aim is to produce “high-quality, multi-story modular housing that addresses a critical affordable housing need in Chicago,” according to a Skender news release.

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Stok

APRIL 19, 2019

If you want to reduce your real estate’s carbon footprint, you should care about embodied carbon. Whether you’re pursuing the ILFI’s recently-launched Zero Carbon Certification or creating your own framework, addressing embodied carbon (in tandem with operational carbon reduction strategies like electrification and carbon offsets ) is a critical component of achieving true Net Zero Carbon goals.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 19, 2019

Caterpillar said its electrification strategy will match the right product to the application.

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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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