Fri.Mar 31, 2023

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Bundle Propane Generators & Appliances for More Affordable & Resilient Protection

Construction Business Owner

Bundle Propane Generators & Appliances for More Affordable & Resilient Protection Make propane generators an easier sell by using propane for critical systems mhodges Fri, 03/31/2023 - 14:23 A reliable propane standby generator is a key part of resilient design. When the power is knocked out, standby power keeps heating and cooling, lighting, refrigeration and other critical building amenities in operation for your clients.

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5 Ways to Grow Your Construction Business in 2023

Viewpoint Construction Technology

It doesn’t have to be complicated: a little digitization goes a long way. See how to boost your construction business in 2023.

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Hazardous Waste Management: How Environmental Consulting Can Help

Construction Marketing

With rapidly growing industries and development, hazardous waste management has been a significant concern for a long time. Proper waste disposal plays an integral role in human health and environmental conservation. Prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals and substances can increase the risk of severe diseases like cancer, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and tetanus.

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Northwestern taps Turner-Walsh JV for $800M stadium project

Construction Dive

The redevelopment of Ryan Field in Evanston, Illinois, includes plans for fewer seats to foster a more intimate atmosphere for events beyond football games.

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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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Developer’s Guide To Energy Efficient Properties

Construction Marketing

Looking to buy or rent a home/building can be an exciting time, but with global warming and the rise in resource prices, there are some changes you can make to your home or business to make it more energy efficient. Developers have created a guide that can help you use methods that can assist in saving energy and pay less for the amount of energy that you are consuming.

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How To Weigh ROI Vs. Cost When Making a Business Purchase

Contractor Bookkeeping

Deciding to purchase something to help your construction business is a big decision. It can be challenging to part with hard-earned money, especially in the early days. To understand the right time to invest by purchasing something for your business, you must calculate whether the Return on Investment (ROI) would be profitable. The cost is the money you spend making the purchase plus any indirect costs (such as training costs) related to the purchase.

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Cirba Solutions plans South Carolina processing facility

Construction Dive

The $300 million recycling and processing facility is expected to be operational by the end of 2024.

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Valerie McCain, Bechtel SVP and Megaproject Leader, Dies Suddenly

ENR Construction

Cause of death of exec who led firm's $17B Hanford waste vitrification plant project was not disclosed, but it said it received last month the highest-ever US Energy Dept. rating for work.

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All About Bathroom Wall Paneling Ideas | Top Bathroom Wall Paneling Ideas

CivilJungle

Bathroom Wall Paneling Ideas Bathroom wall panels are sizeable panels. Sometimes it is considered a substitute for tiles. Bathroom wall panels are made from UPVC , and it is waterproof. The durability of the bathroom wall panels is very good. Maintenance of the panels is also not an issue. Cleaning the panels is very easy and not time taking. Paneling is now considered a waterproof substitute for tiles.

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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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Justice Dept. Sues Norfolk Southern Over Ohio Train Derailment

ENR Construction

Federal lawsuit seeks seeks penalties and injunctive relief for unlawful discharge of pollutants under the U.S. Clean Water Act, related to Feb.

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Top Safety Trends Among Steel Contractors

Jobsite with Procore

An industry-wide survey conducted by Procore and Dodge Construction network shows a number of important trends among specialty contractors. The report found that one of the most impactful issues for steel workers is safety.

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Valerie McCain, Bechtel Megaproject Leader, Dies Suddenly

ENR Construction

Cause of death of exec who led $17B Hanford nuclear waste vitrification plant project was not disclosed, but Bechtel said it received last month the highest-ever U.S. Energy Dept. rating for work there.

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HBA Hosts Career Fair for PA Tech Students

Pro Builder

HBA Hosts Career Fair for PA Tech Students ldeakins Fri, 03/31/2023 - 10:32 More than 200 students from the Middle Bucks Institute of Technology recently took part in a Building Bright Futures Career Fair that aims to address the widening skilled labor shortage Middle Bucks Institute of Technology (MBIT) recently teamed up with the Home Builders Association of Bucks and Montgomery Counties, in Fort Washington, Pa., to host a Building Bright Futures Career Fair for more than 200 MBIT students on

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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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Anatomy of Failure: The Turkey Earthquake Disaster

ENR Construction

Miyamoto International's founder Kit Miyamoto offers his thoughts after touring the quake disaster zone in Turkey.

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Georgia CareerExpo Introduces More Than 7,000 Students to the Skilled Trades

Pro Builder

Georgia CareerExpo Introduces More Than 7,000 Students to the Skilled Trades ldeakins Fri, 03/31/2023 - 10:47 Georgia's annual CareerExpo attracted more than 7,000 students from across the state Run by Construction Ready, a nonprofit organization that helps train people for entry-level construction jobs, Georgia's CareerExpo event in Atlanta drew over 7,000 students of all ages, the largest youth workforce development event for construction in the state, Construction Dive reports.

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Contractors Required to Comply with New NYC Rat Laws

ENR Construction

A new set of laws set to go into effect April 1 aims to curb one of New York City’s most notorious problems: rats.

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Federal Housing Grant Provides $13M to Fight Homelessness in Central Florida

Pro Builder

Federal Housing Grant Provides $13M to Fight Homelessness in Central Florida ldeakins Fri, 03/31/2023 - 11:14 A $13 million grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will be used to fund programs working to end homelessness across Central Florida A $12.66 million federal housing grant, announced by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, will help fund programs to provide stable, long-term housing made available through nonprofit homeless organizations and loc

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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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Tidewater Landing Construction Progresses Amid Uncertainty Following Public Funding Delay

ENR Construction

With concrete foundation work underway and steelwork set to rise in May for the $124 million Tidewater Landing soccer stadium, construction is progressing despite a hold in public funding amid inflationary pressure.

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New RESNET Label Provides Home Energy-Efficiency Ratings and Certifications Info

Pro Builder

New RESNET Label Provides Home Energy-Efficiency Ratings and Certifications Info ibush Fri, 03/31/2023 - 14:10 A one-page, consumer-friendly label is now available for all homes in the RESNET Registry Energy-efficient homes are designed to conserve and reduce energy use, saving homeowners money in utility costs while also having a positive impact on the environment.

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GE, Siemens Settle Big Wind Turbine Design Patent Legal Battle

ENR Construction

Firms won't disclose confidential pact details linked to design patent infringement for GE's iconic Haliade-X offshore wind turbine, leaving unclear if a court-mandated GE ban on U.S sales will change in an expanding wind energy market.

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Rebuild Philadelphia Introduces New Training Program

Pro Builder

Rebuild Philadelphia Introduces New Training Program ldeakins Fri, 03/31/2023 - 10:09 Rebuild Philadelphia has added a new Carpentry Academy to its Workforce Development program that seeks to bridge the construction equity gap Rebuild Philadelphia has recently implemented a Carpentry Academy as a stem of the Workforce Development program. The Carpentry Academy, is a six-week paid training program that focuses on bridging the construction equity gap.

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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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GE, Siemens Settle Big Wind Turbine Design Patent Battle

ENR Construction

Firms wont disclose confidential pact details in design of GE's iconic Haliade-X offshore wind turbine so it's unclear how a court-mandated GE ban on U.S sales will change in an expanding wind energy market.

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AHF Products: Legacy Driven & Innovation Focused

Pro Builder

AHF Products: Legacy Driven & Innovation Focused kcichowicz Fri, 03/31/2023 - 07:13 For more than 150 years, the brands of AHF Products® have stood for innovation, creative and inspirational new ideas, fine craftsmanship, and impeccable quality. Today, the flooring solutions developed at our 9 domestic and international plants – and the strategies we use to deliver them – continue to meet and exceed our partners’ expectations, bringing our heritage boldly into the future.

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LSU Engineers Eye Low-Carbon Solution to Problem of Orphan Wells

ENR Construction

The process would both increase the amount of oil recovered from abandoned wells, while also using carbon capture technology.

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Proven Technology for All Construction Phases

Construction Business Owner

Proven Technology for All Construction Phases Detailing the latest computer technologies in use, from initial design to on-site construction management mhodges Fri, 03/31/2023 - 09:28 Building information modeling (BIM) is driving better design and manageability of projects and is being adopted as a government mandated approach for projects across the globe.

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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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Deadline Extended: ENR Midwest's Top Design Firms Survey

ENR Construction

ENR Midwest is getting ready to publish the 2023 Top Designs Firm rankings

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Stop Giving Away Money With Poor Maintenance

Construction Business Owner

Stop Giving Away Money With Poor Maintenance These 4 fleet maintenance hacks will improve your efficiency, cut costs & keep your trucks on the road mhodges Fri, 03/31/2023 - 12:40 Fleet vehicle maintenance is a necessary evil — but it isn’t something you should handle casually. With the right strategies — and technology — you can slash thousands of dollars from your maintenance costs and keep your vehicles on the road more consistently.

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EPA Allocates $776M in Clean Water Revolving Funds

ENR Construction

Funds come from 2023 Omnibus appropriations package enacted back in December.

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