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OCTOBER 26, 2021

5 Ways to Upgrade Project Management Practices for 2022. mbeirne. Tue, 10/26/2021 - 09:52. The successful completion of a task is accomplished through effective construction project management. Contractors have to deliver a quality project within budget and on time while keeping the revolving door of subcontractors happy. That’s no easy feat. For construction contractors, attaining those accomplishments will require planning, detailed monitoring of the project progress, better communication, and

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Learn Civil Engineering

OCTOBER 26, 2021

What Is PPC Cement? PPC stands for Portland Pozzolana cement. Portland pozzolana cement is a type of ordinary Portland cement. It is prepared by the inter grinding of the OPC clinker along with the pozzolanic material and gypsum in proper ratio. It is used for building construction. It is properly blended and consists of 30-35% […].

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Labor and Material Shortages Delay Home Construction. ldeakins. Tue, 10/26/2021 - 09:51. Market demand is high, but some home builders are unable to keep up. Though the COVID-19 pandemic has caused housing demand to soar in the past year, contractors are facing major labor and supply shortages delaying home construction. Americans are looking for more indoor space while adapting to work-from-home orders and social distancing mandates, but extensive backlogs for raw materials and a waning workfor

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

The National Institute of Standards and Technology has added a remote sensing and visualization project to its roster of queries into the June 24 partial collapse of the Champlain Towers South residential condominium in Surfside, Fla., which killed 98 people.

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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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Civil Lead

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Load Bearing Structure Vs Framed Structure There are two ways of building houses: the load bearing structure and the RCC. Read more.

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Contractor Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2021

What happens in Washington doesn't stay there! This breakout session from PHCCCONNECT2021 discussed the latest in regulation, legislation and policy coming out of DC.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

This 50,000-sq-ft tenant improvement project transformed an empty shell into an immersive art installation that features over 250 unique pieces from more than 325 art, music and digital creators.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 26, 2021

A hard hat is the most important safety equipment in a worksite. Without a hard hat, a worker is not allowed to do his job as this protective personal equipment ensures safety like no other. . Being an engineer, I find these hard helmets quite fascinating. What surprised me, even more, was when I found a few of my colleagues pasting vinyl on their hard hats for personalization. .

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

As the latest addition to the Phoenix Biomedical Campus, the seven-story, 240,000-sq-ft 850 PBC project involved multiple stakeholders, each with specific requirements for the facility.

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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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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Polyester may be found in many of the items you wear every day. It is used to create a wide range of fabrics, as well as to combine with other natural and synthetic fibres. Polyester’s characteristics and how it is made, influences whether it is used in the winter or in the summer. It is one of the most commonly used clothing fabrics today. It’s a low-cost material that’s ideal for mass-producing clothes, bags and shoes.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

An aggressive fast-track approach enabled the project team on this $900-million convention center expansion to keep up with a breakneck delivery schedule—even after COVID-19 restrictions were in place—and complete construction in just 26 months.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Siemens Gamesa will partner with Dominion Energy on the largest new renewable energy project in U.S., creating hundreds of new jobs in Portsmouth, VA. The post Virginia Picked For $200M Offshore Wind Turbine Blade Facility appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

The 21,000-sq-ft central utility plant (CUP) is the first phase of a major overhaul to an aging county hospital campus that primarily serves underprivileged and uninsured patients in Maricopa County.

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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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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Medical technology company Hologic will invest more than $20 million to expand operations in Newark, DE, creating 225 jobs. The post Medical Tech Company Hologic Expands In Delaware appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

This five-story medical center provides comprehensive neurological care and includes an infusions suite, bio-skills lab, offices for surgeons, a conference center and physical therapy and wellness centers. .

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 26, 2021

This 385-square meter (4,144 sf) four-bedroom residence, located on the New Zealand North Island settlement of ?pokongaro, was constructed with cob. Known as the Matatara Cob House, it took several years to build to New Zealand Earth Building Standards – with its original owners completing the process by hand in 2012. An estimated 80-tons of cob were used in the process.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

To support the needs of this growing community south of Tucson, the 17,000-sq-ft library includes areas for specific types of book collections; meeting rooms; a large multipurpose room that expands to the outdoor performance patio for special presentations; and the “next big thing room,” designed to accommodate future community needs.

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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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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Why Single Homebuyers Are Running Out of Options. ldeakins. Tue, 10/26/2021 - 09:42. Rising prices and shrinking opportunities are creating a difficult market for single buyers. In the last 40 years, the number of one-person households in the United States doubled, reaching 36.1 million in 2020, Realtor.com reports. Single homebuyers entering the market are facing high nationwide demand and a shrinking number of entry-level homes, leaving them with very few options at competitive prices.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Improved sustainability, efficiency and emergency response times were top of mind in construction and design of the new Fire Station 85 for the city of Henderson, Nev. .

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Ed Williams. Ed Williams is the senior team lead at ProjectPro , an integrated construction accounting software headquartered in Pittsford, N.Y. Ed is an experienced Microsoft Dynamics enthusiast and a visionary leader focused on successful implementations of Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Microsoft D365 along with ProjectPro, delivering the best to the construction and project-oriented industries. mbeirne.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

The Health Science Innovation Campus wanted its first building to be a 100-year structure that would anchor the campus and serve as a magnet for new development.

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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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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 26, 2021

How First-Year Homeownership Costs Compare by City. ldeakins. Tue, 10/26/2021 - 09:47. A recent SmartAsset study reveals the most expensive cities for new homeowners. Down payments and closing costs can sometimes make the first year of homeownership the most expensive, particularly in major cities like New York, where additional taxes drive up prices for metropolitan properties.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

This two-phase addition and renovation project in Avondale, west of Phoenix, provides a state-of-the-art facility with more space to store sensitive material.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Safety footwear is a must have at the workplace according to OSHA requirements. The feet has to tread safely as there are indeed a gazillion accidents waiting to happen at the workplace. Thanks to ASTM standards and OSHA requirements, safety is of utmost importance at any place of work. Newer and newer safety work gear are coming out on a daily. . Newer features are being introduced in the safety footwear segment, starting from hazard protection to odor control technology.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Since being built in 1956, parts of the Salt River Project’s corporate headquarters had undergone additions every decade to support the company’s growth.

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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!

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 26, 2021

When we think of scrubs, the first thing we have in our minds is hospital. That’s because medical practitioners, doctors and nurses wear them as their daily uniform. They require attire that fits properly in order for them to be as flexible and comfortable as possible. . Scrubs are often required to be worn by nurses, physicians, and other healthcare personnel for 8-12 hours every shift, and occasionally longer.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2021

This project replaced a partial cloverleaf interchange originally built in 1965 that connects Interstate 19 and Ajo Way (State Route 86) in Tucson.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Nobody likes it when the boots choke the life out of your feet or when it threatens to fall off any second. Finding a pair of boots that fit you perfectly and gives you ample comfort is one cumbersome task. . Since rubber boots do not have laces to tighten them up to our liking, the task of finding a pair with the perfect fit gets even more harder. If you are out there shopping for rubber boots, you must really be sweating it out trying to figure out what sort of fit you require.

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