Mon.Jul 02, 2018

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How to Protect Against Contingent Business Risk

Construction Business Owner

Two partners at a building supplies manufacturing company were exactly where they wanted to be. Their firm sold best-in-class building supplies at competitive prices. Profit margins were exactly where they should be. The firm had earned the trust of a dedicated client base. Suppliers had proven themselves to be conscientious and dependable. Key employees had embraced the company mission. .

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4th Of July Safety Tips

FDR Safety

The 4th of July is a celebration to be shared with family and friends. Throughout our country families are flocking to their favorite beach, backyard, or lake to celebrate in their own special way. Most of these celebrations include two things: grilling & fireworks. While the excitement surrounding the annual holiday is almost palpable, so are the risks associated with its activities.

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5 key benefits from augmented reality for the construction industry

Lets Build

Augmented reality is unlike virtual reality that can only replace the real world through a simulated environment. Instead, it creates and enhances exact replicas of the real world for a better view of the entire project through virtual reality models. AR benefits local service providers, businesses, engineering, design, architecture, project management – and the entire.

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The Constructor

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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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5 key benefits from augmented reality for the construction industry

Lets Build

Augmented reality is unlike virtual reality that can only replace the real world through a simulated environment. Instead, it creates and enhances exact replicas of the real world for a better view of the entire project through virtual reality models. AR benefits local service providers, businesses, engineering, design, architecture, project management – and the entire.

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Denver attaches hiring goals to part of $1B project

Construction Dive

City officials could impose permanent local, low-income or veteran hiring requirements if the Hensel Phelps pilot program is successful.

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School construction: Enhancing security through design

The Korte Company

Today’s headlines remind us that the world has changed. Too often our schools are thrust into the national spotlight as acts of senseless violence shake our communities to their core. And while we don’t pretend to be experts in public policy, gun control or mental health, we do know how to design and construct buildings that are safer for those who occupy them.

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Turner to lead $200M Cincinnati soccer stadium project

Construction Dive

Local African-American-owned contractor Josten Construction and MEIS Architects also are part of the construction-design team.

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Data, Dynamo, and design iteration

BD+C

There can be no denying that the practice of architecture has changed in the last 30 years, notably toward a significant a shift in digital design. Adoption takes a while in any industry and our profession is no different – architecture is one of the world’s oldest crafts, after all. It is also very different in terms of process. Design is a process of discovery to find more than an aesthetic: We find solutions to problems.

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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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New Link-Belt 2D Grade Controls Increase 210 X4 Productivity 50%

Construction Equipment

LBX Company announces two factory-installed grade control technology options for North American 210 X4 customers. The Link-Belt 2D Machine Guidance (MG) system provides an operator with visual and audible indication when they are above, below or at their desired target grade.

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OSHA cites Ohio contractor for fatal trench collapse

Construction Dive

Contractor JK Excavation & Utilities is now in the agency's Severe Violator Enforcement Program and faces a potential $200,000 fine.

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Are Trump's Metals Tariffs Unconstitutional?

Construction Equipment

The economic impact of Trump administration tariffs imposed on steel and aluminum, continues to generate growing concern – especially regarding the cost of infrastructure projects.

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Many DC projects don't comply with local hiring mandate

Construction Dive

Despite an audit revealing that Washington, D.C.'s First Source mandate is often not adhered to, the district's Department of Employment Services has issued only one fine during the history of the program.

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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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American Rental Association Unveils New Brand Identity

Construction Equipment

For the first time in more than 40 years, The American Rental Association (ARA) proudly unveils a new brand identity to reflect the evolution of the equipment and event rental industry. The move is part of an extensive branding initiative designed to carry the association forward in better serving its members and representing a community of equipment and event rental professionals.

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Going solar has never been easier

BD+C

All around the country, metal roofing use is on the rise. In the rolling farmlands of the Midwest, houses with strikingbright red metal roofsshine across the fields, visible for miles, reflecting back the rich sunshine that makes farmlandso productive. Bright green, blue and silver metal roofs also dot the landscape, whilecloser to town, metal roofs in shades of bronze and gunmetal announce stores, schools, and office buildings.

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Big River Steel Expanding Arkansas Flex Mill

Business Facilities

The company's $1.2 billion investment will double capacity of technology-based steel mill and recycling facility in Osceola, AR. - Read: Big River Steel Expanding Arkansas Flex Mill at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Columbus State Community College’s new hospitality management and culinary arts building breaks ground

BD+C

Mitchell Hall, Columbus State Community College’s new 80,000-sf, $33 million hospitality management and culinary arts building, has broken ground at 250 Cleveland Avenue in the Discovery District in Columbus, Ohio. The building will double the college’s Hospitality and Culinary Arts enrollment capacity to more than 1,500 students.

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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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Bombastic Bombardment: The State of the Overmarketed Consumer and How to Stand Out

Contractor Magazine

Studies show that the average consumer is exposed to up to 10,000 brand messages a day (TV, radio, digital, newspaper, magazine), with 50% of them being advertisements.

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17-unit condominium will rise one block south of Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood

BD+C

An existing apartment building on the corner of Fountain and North Harper Avenue in West Hollywood will be replaced by a new 17-unit, 23,000-sf condominium complex designed by SPF:architects.

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Contractors score massive LNG projects

Construction Dive

Bechtel alone announced two, multi-billion-dollar LNG facility construction projects last month.

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California High School renovates classrooms to meet the resurgence of Career Technical Education

BD+C

Career Technical Education (CTE) curriculum has seen a resurgence of late, producing results across all high schools students such as increased graduation rates and progression to higher education.

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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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Denver attaches hiring goals to part of $1B center project

Construction Dive

City officials could impose permanent local, low-income or veteran hiring requirements if the Hensel Phelps pilot program is successful.

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Sanofi Opening Global R&D Operations Hub In China

Business Facilities

The $76 million investment in Chengdu, Sichuan province confirms China as the third pillar of Sanofi Global Clinical Sciences and Operations, joining facilities in France and the U.S. - Read: Sanofi Opening Global R&D Operations Hub In China at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Outdoor Power Equipment Industry Executives Rub Elbows at Annual Meeting

Green Industry Professionals

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute held its 66th annual meeting, focusing on messages of innovation and industry advancement.

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Some useful tips to reduce the cost of your home

Construction Cost Estimating

In recent times, the construction cost of a home is significantly increased due to rise in the land costs, construction & material costs as well as labor charges. Given below, some useful tips to reduce the cost of home construction :- The construction cost of a home is segregated into following five categories :- 1. Land Cost: Cost of owning a land parcel for House construction 2.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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“We Build It Better.” | Virginia’s Industrial Advancement Alliance

Business Facilities

In a thriving region with industry-leading credentialing programs, a world-class engineering institute, Class A rail line, superior interstate access, and prospering internationally recognized companies like ABB, General Dynamics, and Mohawk Industries, we simply build it better! - Read: “We Build It Better.” | Virginia’s Industrial Advancement Alliance at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Design of concrete structures – An exclusive e-book for civil engineering students

Construction Cost Estimating

DESIGN OF CONCRETE STRUCTURES is an exclusive e-book for construction professionals. The book contains 612 pages. The book primarily focuses on various processes which are required to design the concrete structures with adherence to IS 456-2000 (Plain and Reinforced Concrete—Indian Standard Code of Practice, 4th revision, Bureau of Indian Standards).

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OSHA cites Ohio contractor for fatal trench collapse, proposes $200K fine

Construction Dive

OSHA also placed the contractor, JK Excavation & Utilities, in its Severe Violator Enforcement Program.

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