Tue.Mar 23, 2021

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Post-Pandemic Reflections: Things I Can’t Afford To Forget

A David Creation

I’ll never forget this past year…. Just 12 months ago I was sitting in an all-day business meeting when my phone and computer started to light up with customers wanting to talk to me about canceling, pausing, or adjusting their marketing services. I wrote about that experience, and my first few months of the lockdown, in this blog post: Embracing Uncertainty.

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Biden Administration Rescinds Rule Affecting Construction Workforce

Pro Builder

Biden Administration Rescinds Rule Affecting Construction Workforce. cbroderick. Tue, 03/23/2021 - 10:07. A rule affecting lawful immigration and affordable housing, known as the “Public Charge Rule,” has been rescinded by the Biden administration in a move the National Association of Home Builders calls “a win.” Formally known as the Inadmissibility on Public Charge Grounds regulation, the ruling grouped immigrants receiving government assistance into the definition of “public charge,” but in d

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Cat Releases Trial 10 Video Series

Construction Equipment

Caterpillar released its 10th video in its Cat Trials series. Cat Trail 10: Tech Test sets Cat service technicians against their peers in a Ninja Warrior-type obstacle challenge course.

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February Market Reveals Record Housing Supply Drop, Slow Existing Home Sales

Pro Builder

February Market Reveals Record Housing Supply Drop, Slow Existing Home Sales. cbroderick. Tue, 03/23/2021 - 09:50. Housing supply dropped dramatically from January, resulting in a hit to February existing home sales. Compared to January, February closed sales of existing homes dropped 6.6%. CNBC says this dramatic drop exceeded expectations from the National Association of Realtors.

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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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ASHRAE’s new headquarters walks the talk about net-zero energy

BD+C

This month, ASHRAE’s new global headquarters became fully net-zero energy upon the installation of its photovoltaic system.

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HBS Systems, Kubota Integrate Telematics

Construction Equipment

HBS Systems has announced a telematics integration with Kubota. This telematics integration will strengthen the support NetView ECO provides to Kubota dealerships throughout North America.

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Pittsburgh Terminal Expansion Cleared for Takeoff

ENR Construction

Pittsburgh International Airport’s tenant airlines have agreed to fund the first portion of the pandemic-stalled $1.1 billion Terminal Modernization Project.

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BlueDEF Platinum

Construction Equipment

BlueDEF Platinum is a mixture of high purity synthetic urea, de-ionized water, and a proprietary formulation featuring its new Advanced System Shield technology, which the company says significantly reduces harmful deposits that commonly build up in modern diesel exhaust systems with SCR.

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One Hundred Above the Park completes in St. Louis

BD+C

Clayco has recently completed construction on One Hundred Above the Park, a new 385-foot-tall, 518,000-sf residential tower overlooking St. Louis’s Forest Park. The 36-story, 316-unit tower features a scalloped facade and leaf-shaped floor plates. One floor was completed per week through the use of a specialized concrete mixture that cures faster than traditional materials.

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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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Transfer Flow 50-, 80-Gallon Diesel Tanks

Construction Equipment

Fifty- and 80-gallon diesel fuel tanks fit full-size pickups and come with mounting hardware, fuel cap, and rollover valve. They’re designed for manually fueling diesel trucks or equipment out in the field.

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Construction Industry Needs to Hire 430,000+ Craft Professionals in 2021, Says ABC

Construction Superintendent Magazine

In 2021, construction companies will need to hire 430,000 more workers than they employed in 2020, according to an analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released by Associated Builders and Contractors. The analysis also revealed that every $1 billion in extra construction spending generates an average of at least 5,700 construction jobs. “According to forecasts analyzed during the COVID-19 pandemic, an impressive 430,000 more construction workers still need to be hired in 2021 to meet

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Leasing Index Shows 8% Decrease

Construction Equipment

New business in the equipment finance sector totaled $7.4 billion in February, down 8 percent from January, but up 9 percent compared to February 2020. Cumulative new business volume is down 4 percent compared to 2020.

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Newacme Investing $1.5M In Delaware Warehouse, Distribution Center

Business Facilities

West Coast consumer goods distributor Newacme LLC is expanding its operations to New Castle, DE and adding 34 new jobs. - Read: Newacme Investing $1.5M In Delaware Warehouse, Distribution Center at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Perkins Appoints New Distributor in Southeast

Construction Equipment

Perkins has entered into an agreement appointing Pathfinder Power Solutions (Pathfinder) as the authorized Perkins distributor for the Southeast region of the United States.

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This House-Approved Bill Could Reclassify Independent Contractors

Pro Builder

This House-Approved Bill Could Reclassify Independent Contractors. cbroderick. Tue, 03/23/2021 - 10:01. Home builders and subcontractors go hand in hand. Independent contractors and subcontractors offer expertise and much-needed labor—workers also do not receive employee benefits, workers’ compensation coverage, or taxes on wages. The Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act, which the House of Representatives approved this month, will redefine independent contractors.

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Leica Smart 3D Surveillance System

Construction Equipment

BLK247 Smart 3D Surveillance System is now available in two versions, the BLK247 i5 and the BLK247 x5, which are suited to monitor and protect different environments.

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4 Tips for Choosing Kitchen Countertops Buyers Want

Pro Builder

4 Tips for Choosing Kitchen Countertops Buyers Want. cbroderick. Tue, 03/23/2021 - 10:19. As a work, dining, and cooking surface, countertops are the hardest working surface in the kitchen—these four tips ensure your next kitchen project will feature counters homeowners love. When homeowners plan to renovate their kitchens, countertops are the most popular feature to be upgraded, according to a recent kitchen trends survey by Houzz.

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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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The 15-minute city may not work in much of North America

BD+C

The “ 15-minute city ” where residents live within a short walk or bike ride of all their daily needs has gained favor during the COVID-19 pandemic, with some cities banning or reducing cars in designated areas.

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Difference Between Pier and Pile | What Is Pier | What Is Pile

CivilJungle

Introduction of Pier and Pile. The pile and the piers are two different types of deep foundations which are widely used in the construction. It is necessary that you should know the difference between a pile foundation and a pier foundation. In this article, you will get to know the difference between the Pier and Pile foundation. What Is Pier? A pier is basically a raised structure that is constructed to support a well-based foundation system.

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ElectraMeccanica Picks Arizona For U.S. Operations Base

Business Facilities

The electric vehicle designer and manufacturer will establish its U.S.-based assembly facility and engineering technical center in Mesa, AZ. - Read: ElectraMeccanica Picks Arizona For U.S. Operations Base at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Mfrs. Support Section 232 Reform

Construction Equipment

Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) president Dennis Slater issued the following statement in support of the Trade Security Act introduced by U.S. Senators Rob Portman (R-Ohio), Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Kyrsten Sinema (D-Ariz.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.

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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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Design Firms Tell Congress of Financial Harm From Credits for PPP Loans

ENR Construction

Rep. Kweisi Mfume relays how some U.S. agencies treat PPP loans as credits under the Federal Acquisition Regulation.

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Design firms KTGY, Simeone Deary Design Group unite to shape future of architectural design through experiential environments

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ICC Seeking Energy Code Committee Members

ENR Construction

The members will be selected from a variety of groups, reducing the influence of the government.

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10 Best Work Shirts for Women (Button Down and T-shirts)

Work Gearz

A fundamental part of every professional woman’s wardrobe, the work shirt is a great everyday option that works well regardless of your profession. A good basic work shirt can readily be paired with a pair of tapered slacks or an A-line or pencil skirt for a clean, elegant style that is appropriate for work. Add a nice blazer or jacket and a scarf and you’ve got a chic professional look.

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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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Engineering Firms Cite Financial Harm from Credits for PPP Loans

ENR Construction

Firms say some federal agencies are treating PPP loans as credits under Federal Acquisition Regulation.

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ICC Seeks Energy Code Committee Members

ENR Construction

Participants will be selected from a variety of groups, reducing the influence of the government.

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The California Projects Seeking Biden Plan Infrastructure Funds

ENR Construction

Competitors may siphon funds away from the state's controversial high-speed rail project.