Civil Lead

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

What is Camber In Road? Camber is the cross slope given in the pavement in a transverse direction to drain. Read more.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Complying With OSHA Silica Safety Guidelines. Alex Headley. Fri, 09/10/2021 - 07:30. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), more than. 2.3 million workers in the United States are exposed to crystalline silica dust — 90% of which are employed in construction. Inhaling silica particles can increase the risk of silicosis, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. and kidney disease.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

The Building Materials Posting the Highest Price Growth. cbroderick. Fri, 09/10/2021 - 09:36. The prices of goods used as inputs to residential construction increased 19% year-to-date according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index. Excluding energy, it has increased 12% while the index for final demand goods increased 7.2%.

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

What has not changed since September 11, 2001. (Re-published from September 9, 2016.). The post September 11: 20 Years Later appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

What to Know About Selling Homes Online. cbroderick. Fri, 09/10/2021 - 09:22. The pandemic has brought about a lot of change, but not the ultimate innovation, being able to sell new homes online. On HorizonTV this week, Do You Convert's Kevin Oakley outlines what builders will need to do to get to "Add to Cart" and "Proceed to Checkout." . “They’re inconvenient truths.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

What Do New Homes Have in Common With a Pair of Shoes? ibush. Fri, 09/10/2021 - 11:16. A new approach to improving customer satisfaction during the homebuying journey. Jimmy Diffee. Not long ago I visited Zappos’ headquarters in Las Vegas to learn how one of the world’s hottest shoe companies gained its reputation for memorable customer experiences.

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

What has not changed since September 11, 2001. (Re-published from September 9, 2011.). The post 20 Years Later appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Metros Where New Rental Construction is Thriving. cbroderick. Fri, 09/10/2021 - 09:32. A new report from RentCafe found that despite the pandemic, the number of newly constructed rental units has kept pace with years prior. For the fifth consecutive year, the number of new apartments exceeded 330,000 and dropped 2.5% from 2020 levels. The metros posting the highest expected rental unit openings this year range from Seattle to Dallas, but Charlotte, NC posted the highest one-year change in rental

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

The last element of the three-phase Flight 93 National Memorial near Shanksville, Pa.—the “Tower of Voices”—may finally be adjusted to speak this fall.

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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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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

South Korean-based logistics company Shinhung Global USA to invest $10 million in new Clarksville facility, creating more than 80 new jobs. The post Shinhung Global USA To Expand Operations In Tennessee appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Starting a construction business means you'll compete with other companies that already exist. It's a good thing if you have a competition to go up against. Competition pushes you to be innovative. It also means there's an established community for your services. What about if you're considered a veteran at this stage? Understand that you cannot outwork your competition forever because you will grow old and tired in time, and there will always be someone else who is newer, younger and works chea

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Is it possible for an entire building material category to achieve carbon neutrality? The Portland Cement Association believes so, with some time and a lot of hard work. Rick Bohan, PCA's Vice President of Sustainability, outlines the primary opportunities for (and obstacles to) eliminating carbon emissions from the concrete value chain and achieving net-carbon goals by 2050.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

ENR Texas & Louisiana honors 18 Best Projects and 29 Awards of Merit across 18 categories, and announces a new special award for Excellence in Sustainability.

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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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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

One of the keys to effective technology adoption is a strong partnership with your tech provider. While the quality of technology is certainly important, you should also consider that company’s commitment to ensuring your success. At the end of the day, successful technological deployment goes beyond savviness. It hinges on the strength of your relationships with your technology vendors and the quality of those partnerships.

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Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Working with electricity is no kids play! Electricity is the most dangerous element of nature and any contact with it with bare skin or inappropriate work gears can be hazardous. Yes, you heard it right! Not just bare skin, but wearing the incorrect PPE when working with electricity can prove to be fatal too. Wearing the wrong work wear is like wearing nothing at all or just providing fuel to the fire to ignite!

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Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

www.ecowatch.com has published a Guide to Solar Water Heater Systems that is quite informative. Solar hot water heaters are split into two broad categories: passive and active. Active systems require circulating pumps and passive systems rely on gravity to move water. So active systems require electricity and may use antifreeze to exchange the heat to the water.

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Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Leather boots aren’t just for cowboys anymore. A good leather boot is something that everybody, regardless of style, can have in their closet. A traditional leather boot can be worn to work or to complement a more relaxed, casual attire. Investing in a quality leather pair is essential if you want them to last through seasons. It’s essential to look after your leather boots if you want them for a long time.

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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 10, 2021

Investing in new technologies is always a risk, given the high failure rate of startups and the speed at which even newer technology emerges. This is particularly true of Construction Technology, with literally thousands of products and processes that are applicable to the built environment, and into which more than $1.3 billion in investment capital was poured last year, a 56% increase over 2019, according to CB Insights’ estimates.

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Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Moisture-wicking shirts are the favorite for especially those who are into sweat-evoking exercises that make the skin demand breathable comfort wear throughout the routine. For sportsmen, these shirts are inevitable that they are one of the first things included in a gym bag. . As these shirts are designed to absorb moisture, there often arises the question of whether this can make them shrink and leave them unfit for the user.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Expiration of Mortgage Bailout Programs Unlikely to Cause Foreclosure Crisis. cbroderick. Fri, 09/10/2021 - 09:25. The number of enrollments in mortgage bailout programs has dropped fast and many homeowners continue to see their home values rise. The number of active mortgage forbearance plans fell 5% in just one week as 18 month forbearance expirations begin.

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Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

We all have heard the famous quote that cowboy boots don’t define you but it’s you who define them. At the same time we all those who own a pair of cowboy boots know how difficult it is to walk in them. . The wild look of boots not only look elegant but also gives you confidence if you become habitual to them. But it’s not that easy and in fact it is a cumbersome task to many workers.

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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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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

In a “stronger together” strategy that will elevate service, design, and positive impact to clients and communities throughout California, HMC Architects is pleased to announce it has acquired Sacramento-based architecture firm Rainforth Grau Architects (RGA). An architecture firm with a 37-year history of educational design leadership in Northern California, RGA brings a seasoned team of experienced architects and designers to HMC.

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Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

When making our choices for our best work boot list, we felt one list needed to be dedicated exclusively to Keen boots because of their commitment to quality, safety, and comfort. The Keen Pittsburgh Utility Work Boot with its Steel toe protection really got our attention for its resistance to harsh weather, multiple layers of protection, together with a waterproof membrane for hygiene and comfort. .

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Site work is underway for a vaccine manufacturing facility in the New Bedford, Mass.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

The Factors Intensifying the Built-for-Rent Land Demand. cbroderick. Fri, 09/10/2021 - 09:28. Built-for-rent (BFR) developments remain the hottest housing type, but investors struggling to find existing stock are moving to find land for new neighborhood development. Forbes says that land brokers receive 50 calls from BFR newbies for every one experienced BFR buyer.

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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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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

ENR congratulates W.A. Rasic as ENR California & Northwest's Specialty Contractor of the Year.

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Federal Construction Contracting Blog

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Government contractors and subcontractors will need to learn—quickly–how to navigate new COVID-19 requirements. On September 9, 2021, President Biden issued an executive order (the order) imposing COVID-19 vaccine and testing requirements on government contractors and subcontractors. The new requirements will start appearing in contracts in a matter of weeks.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Three projects earned top marks in this year's Best Projects contest for the New York region.

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