Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Data, collaboration and communication. While they may not be new concepts to the construction business owner, they are taking new forms throughout the industry. Watching trends in technology and keeping an eye on the industry’s existing challenges, CBO spoke with industry professionals to learn more about the advancements they see shaping—and reshaping—what we know about the future of construction.
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The much awaited and anticipated revolution in construction is gaining momentum. We now have drones, virtual reality, augmented reality, BIM, project management and more. But it doesn’t stop here! Researchers and various institutes are taking technology to the next level. Development in concrete and various other construction materials has been.
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Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association reports there are 174 million crossings over structurally deficient bridges each day.
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Solar energy is the fastest growing alternative energy industry on Earth. Numerous countries are adapting solar panels; it’s revolutionizing the way construction works around the globe, and the changes aren’t far out on the horizon—they’re already in motion. Construction trends are rapidly adapting to solar energy, becoming infused with the.
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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.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Smaller rooms, keyless entries, flowing spaces and rooftop bars are just some of the many features shaping hotel renovations.
Professional Constructor Central brings together the best content for construction professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
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BD+C
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
When your firm adopts project accounting, you’ll get information that’ll change the way you do business. By practicing accounting on a project-by-project basis, you’ll get data that will make you understand your projects, employees, clients, and firm on a deeper level. Consequently, you’ll be able to dramatically increase efficiency and profits.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
A Seattle hotel owner who knew his building contained asbestos decided to cut corners and save money by removing it using untrained workers. As a result, the Seattle Pacific Hotel has been cited for multiple egregious safety and health violations and faces $355,000 in fines for exposing the workers to asbestos hazards.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Business development for architecture firms continues to get more sophisticated. While the Architecture Billings Index is more stable and even on a slight upward trend, closing new business can still be a struggle. Client referrals and networking are no longer the only way for architects to generate leads. So, when it comes to lead generation techniques for competing in today’s dynamic marketplace, three important lessons should be top of mind. .
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The Chicago Area Plumbing Industry Hall of Fame honors individuals who have shown personal commitment, ingenuity and passion to improve the plumbing industry during their careers.
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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.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Nonresidential construction spending expanded 0.8% in December, totaling $720.4 billion on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to Associated Builders and Contractors’ (ABC) analysis of data released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. This represents the fifth consecutive month during which the pace of nonresidential spending has increased.
Construction Marketing Ideas
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The popular vote has started, and here are the results so far. (This is updated live so will change as new votes come in.) You can vote for as many blogs as you like, but you can only vote once. It is okay for organizations to seek out votes and engage in “get out the […].
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Navistar International Corp. is sufficiently confident in the reliability of its recently introduced A26 diesel that it’s offering to repair or replace damaged concrete mixer barrels if the engine ever quits and the barrel stops turning while a truck is on delivery run. The company also announced separate warranties covering the A26 and powertrains of trucks powered by the 12.4-liter diesel which is replacing the N13 diesel in International trucks.
Best Practices Construction Law
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Our middle child of seven kids suffers from classic Middle Child Syndrome. She has the largest heart in the family, and yet every other minute is a moment of devastation, wrought with feelings of neglect, resentfulness and sadness. We love her and we have empathy, but—like government contractors who sometimes feel burned—there are no devastation damages available.
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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?
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The Mountain Valley gas pipeline scheduled to begin construction through southwest Virginia today was ordered delayed by U.S. District Court Judge Elizabeth Dillon yesterday.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
This is the second-straight year that Massachusetts led the U.S. Green Building Council's rankings.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. announces it is expanding its portfolio of industry-leading technology solutions with PressureStat, a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) launched for off-the-road (OTR) tires in the construction, quarry, underground hard rock and port industries. The PressureStat system is easy to use and provides instant access to important tire pressure and temperature data, allowing customers to accurately manage tire pressure on a real-time basis.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Engineering firm Black and Veatch is leading the study and donating $400,000 worth of services as part of the effort.
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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.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The Wall Street Journal reports IAV GmbH, a Berlin-based engineering company, is likely to face allegations that it aided Volkswagen's efforts to defeat U.S.emissions tests and regulations on diesel-powered vehicles using llegal software. Volkswagen owns 50 percent of IAV GmbH with its subsidiary, IAV Automotive Engineering Inc., in Northville, Michigan.
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Two Oxfordshire quarries have new Volvo machines at work. and so does one near Alloa in Scotland. Two Oxfordshire quarries have new Volvo machines at work. and so does one near Alloa in Scotland.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The Wall Street Journal reports IAV GmbH, a Berlin-based engineering company, is likely to face allegations that it aided Volkswagen's efforts to defeat U.S.emissions tests and regulations on diesel-powered vehicles using llegal software.
Green Industry Professionals
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The organization announced Landscape Career Day, a nationwide program to bring attention to lawn and landscape careers.
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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!
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Work trucks sometimes need storage space beyond what’s available in their basic cabs, so Western Star is offering “back packs” as an economical alternative to integral cab extensions.
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The Dutch manufacturer of automated transport and sorting solutions will create more than 70 jobs in Fulton County, GA. - Read: VanRiet Material Handling Systems Opening First U.S. Location In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Companies are realizing the importance and benefits of supply chain management to boost service, improve financials, and reduce operating costs. Efficient supply chains enable companies to be more competitive in the marketplace. Effective supply chain organizations are designed to deliver goods and services fast, cost effectively, and without compromising quality.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The number of cranes dotting the Seattle skyline dropped below 50 for the first time since 2015.
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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!
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Tim Kirlin, owner of American Combustion Industries, Inc., with offices in Glenn Dale, Md., Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Md., was named president of the Mechanical Contractors Association of Metropolitan Washington for 2018.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Nonresidential construction spending expanded 0.8 percent in December, totaling $720.4 billion on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data released by the U.S. Census Bureau. This represents the fifth consecutive month during which the pace of nonresidential spending has increased.
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Patrick Peterson from Cash Acme demonstrates the firm's invention for water testing commercial building DWV systems. The device has a hose thread connection and valve on it so the DWV can be filled with water from the test plug rather than from the top of the vent on the roof.
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