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Job Order Contracting Has Never Been Easier…. Or Lower In Administration Costs

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting has never been easier. 91% of FM managers say there’s a gap between the knowledge and skills their team has and what they need to excel. – 2021 PMI Survey. Improvement is never easy and is especially difficult in the public sector where the same methods have been in place for decades. Savvy public facility management professionals are diligently working to significantly alter the ‘status quo’ and achieve significant performance gains.

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Auxetic Geometries for Improved Reinforcement

The Constructor

The brittle nature of masonry walls causes them to fracture easily under extreme loads by vehicular crashes, blasts, gas explosions, earthquakes,

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Logistics: Constant State Of Change

Business Facilities

Massive disruptions to global supply chains during the pandemic have forced the logistics sector to rapidly adapt, with manufacturers moving their supplier networks closer to home. The post Logistics: Constant State Of Change appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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OSHA Now Set To Offer Vaccine Mandate Options to Big Employers

ENR Construction

Companies and others with 100+ workers could "regularly" test them as option to mandated vaccine in forthcoming standard, a Labor Dept. spokesperson says, but issues are still unclear, including its publication and effective dates.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

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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Key Characteristics of the 2021 Housing Market

Pro Builder

Key Characteristics of the 2021 Housing Market. ldeakins. Tue, 11/02/2021 - 09:33. Here's what buyers can expect in the months to come. High demand, low housing supply, a lack of starter homes, and fierce competition are the critical factors of a booming 2021 housing market reporting record-breaking prices, says Forbes Business Council. As demand continues to outpace supply and interest rates steadily increase, prices will likely rise in areas where housing options are limited, making it especia

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What Is a Soft Safety Toe?

Work Gearz

Soft safety toe boots are meant to be worn in working conditions where there is minimal to no risk of falling or rolling or penetrating objects. Whenever you hear safety toe, the first thought that would pop up in your mind would be a strong and sturdy protective reinforcement that would keep your toes safe and sound. . But if you have been out there hunting for the perfect pair of Safety Toe boots you would’ve definitely come across soft safety toes. .

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Residential/Hospitality Award of Merit: Star Metals

ENR Construction

Part of Allen Morris Co.’s live-work-play Star Metals development in Atlanta’s West Midtown district, this nine-story, 675,000-sq-ft mixed-use development was “filled with obstacles,” according to the project team. The hurdles included zero laydown area and the need to remove roughly 15,000 cu yd of rock. .

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6 Best All-Purpose Work Gloves

Work Gearz

Everyone and we mean everyone, needs a pair of all-purpose work gloves. You don’t have to be a professional tradesman or laborer to get good use out of a pair of work gloves. Quite on the contrary, you should have a pair on hand for any odd job around your home or property to protect your hands and your skin from cuts, bruising, abrasions, chemicals, punctures, or anything else that can cause damage to your skin.

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Methane Rule Would Cut Emissions 41M Tons By 2035, Says EPA

ENR Construction

US Environmental Protection Agency proposal is set to regulate existing oil and natural gas sector sources as well as new and modified ones; also, new DOT final rules now cover 400K miles of unregulated gas 'gathering' lines and Interior Dept. is set to extend scrutiny of flaring.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

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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Intermediate House in Paraguay

Natural Building

Intermediate House in Paraguay, designed by Equipo de Arquitectura, is a fusion between the inside and outside, light and shadow, natural and artificial. A vaulted roof made with compressed earth blocks covered by a thin layer of concrete rests on floor-to-ceiling furniture, making up the perimeter of the property. The favorite space in this region is usually the intermediate space, a setting for receiving and sharing.

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Methane Rule Would Cut Emissions by 41M Tons by 2035, Says EPA

ENR Construction

US Environmental Protection Agency proposal is set to regulate existing oil and natural gas sector sources as well as new and modified ones; also, new DOT final rules now cover 400K miles of unregulated gas 'gathering' lines and Interior Dept. is set to extend scrutiny of flaring.

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Year-Over-Year Rental Prices Accelerate

Pro Builder

Year-Over-Year Rental Prices Accelerate. ldeakins. Tue, 11/02/2021 - 09:28. Prospective renters are seeing major price increases and tighter competition reflective of a wild 2021 housing market. The national rental market is seeing a major year-over-year price increase with a quick acceleration in September, according to the CalculatedRisk Newsletter.

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Terminated Nuke Plant Workers Seek New Ruling in Pay Suit Against Fluor

ENR Construction

Appellate court is set to decide whether workers at abandoned VC Summer project in South Carolina are entitled to compensation for lack of layoff notice; a lower court ruled for the contractor in January.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

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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Webinar On Demand: Indoor Air Quality for the Healthy/Clean Home

Pro Builder

Webinar On Demand: Indoor Air Quality for the Healthy/Clean Home. rbinsacca. Tue, 11/02/2021 - 09:47. The Healthy/Clean Home, one of three immersive home experiences at Pro Builder Show Village 2021 , presents the pinnacle of indoor air quality for new housing design and performance. This tight, 43-minute recorded webinar dives deep into the details of how that performance was achieved, with expert insight from Stephen Myers of Thrive Home Builders and Nick Hurst from the EPA's Indoor air PLUS p

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Residential/Hospitality Award of Merit: Osprey

ENR Construction

Part of Allen Morris Co.’s live-work-play Star Metals development in Atlanta’s West Midtown district, this nine-story, 675,000-sq-ft mixed-use development was “filled with obstacles,” according to the project team. The hurdles included zero laydown area and the need to remove roughly 15,000 cu yd of rock. .

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How to efficiently manage and resolve project constraints

Lets Build

Move your schedule and all project communication to the cloud. Moving all your project information to a live, shared place in the cloud ensures that all stakeholders access the same data. By doing so, everyone obtains an up-to-date picture of what exactly is happening on site. When armed with instant information, people on site can instantly take action when a problem appears and resolve any issue before it could expand out of proportion.

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EPA Orders Repairs at Water Plant in Michigan City With High Levels of Lead

ENR Construction

The EPA-issues repair order directs Benton Harbor to initiate repairs. The city is already in the process of replacing thousands of lead pipe service lines.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

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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40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2021

Autodesk Construction Cloud

These past 18 months have challenged contractors across the globe in more ways that anyone could have imagined. Managing pandemic disruptions and getting projects over the finish line has required a well-tempered balance of leadership, creativity, and innovation to solve incredibly challenging problems. If the resilience seen this year has shown construction professionals anything, it’s that this industry, and the people who work in it, are remarkable.

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Terminated Nuke Project Workers Seek New Ruling in Pay Suit Against Fluor

ENR Construction

Appellate court is set to decide whether workers at abandoned VC Summer project in South Carolina are entitled to compensation for lack of layoff notice.

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Are Zipper Boots Durable?

Work Gearz

Zipper boots are versatile, fashionable, and functional boots that go with a wide range of clothes. They are available in a variety of styles and materials and are useful to everyone. The zipper boots became a very practical option that is comparatively better than laces that require tying and adjusting everytime. These zipper boots allow you to keep your shoelaces in place once you’ve found your perfect fit.

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EPA Orders Repairs at Michigan Water Plant With High Lead Levels

ENR Construction

Order to Benton Harbor comes as city already is in process of replacing thousands of lead pipe water service lines.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

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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Boomers Face Off With First-Time Buyers for Smaller Homes

Pro Builder

Boomers Face Off With First-Time Buyers for Smaller Homes. ldeakins. Tue, 11/02/2021 - 09:37. A nationwide housing shortage is heating up the competition between demographic groups. Older buyers looking to downsize are facing younger competition in a market where soaring prices for bigger homes are shifting buyer interest to smaller family homes. A major housing shortage is leaving first-time buyers and older demographics with few options for small homes, particularly as a limited supply drives

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Proposed Rule Would Reduce Methane Emissions by 41M tons by 2035, Says EPA

ENR Construction

EPA's rule will regulate methane emissions from both new and existing oil and gas sector sources. .

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100 Above The Park, Old Cook County Hospital, Locks and Dams Are Project of the Year Finalists

ENR Construction

Two of three project of the year finalists are reconstructions in a year of rebuilding.

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Skanska Battles to the End as a Verdict Looms in the Breakaway Barges Trial

ENR Construction

Depositions and motions show detailed questions about storm preparations and chain of command.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

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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Best Sports/Entertainment: Georgia Aquarium Predator Exhibit

ENR Construction

The four-story, 104,149-sq-ft expansion and renovation of the Georgia Aquarium houses a 1-million-gallon shark exhibit—one of the largest in North America. With its floor-to-ceiling acrylic viewing windows, the gallery, which was completed in November 2020, brings visitors face-to-face with these predators and aims to provide a fresh perspective on the role sharks play in the health of the ocean.

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Skanska Battles to the End as Breakaway Barges Trial Verdict Looms

ENR Construction

Depositions show detailed questions about storm preparations and chain of command.

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Small Project Award of Merit: Parker Poe Charlotte Headquarters

ENR Construction

Designed by Gensler, this three-floor upfit was created with agility and adaptability in mind. Straying from the traditional office hierarchy model, the design adopts a uniform office structure where all offices occupy identical dimensions.