Lets Build

JUNE 10, 2021

Project managers and their teams on site should be continuously connected around the same, live version of the programme to avoid miscommunication and work as one towards safeguarding their tasks, and by extension the entire project, from uncertainties that could lead to increased operational costs, downtime, delays or even disputes and penalties. Free ebook: Why WhatsApp and Excel aren’t enough for running complex construction projects.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 10, 2021

Bridging the Skills Gap. Alex Headley. Thu, 06/10/2021 - 09:30. This year is poised to be a year of growth, with the Federal Reserve recently increasing its forecast of the nation’s gross domestic product to 6.5%. With that, the construction industry will likely face challenges around hiring cycles, evolving protocols and a widening skills gap.

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The Constructor

JUNE 10, 2021

The placement of reinforcement in concrete members should conform to the applicable code and design requirements. It should also be ensured that.

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Business Facilities

JUNE 10, 2021

Millennials will soon make up 75 percent of the U.S. workforce—and locations that offer the right balance of living, working and playing are the frontrunners to acquire their skills. - Read: Talent Attraction: Millennial Magnets at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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.

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BD+C

JUNE 10, 2021

The website expertmarketresearch.com estimates that the value of the global cross-laminated timber market hit $779 million in 2020, and is expected to grow annually by 13% to $1.624 billion in 2026.

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BD+C

JUNE 10, 2021

Safdie Architects has shared its design for ORCA Toronto, a proposed mixed-use development in Downtown Toronto that weaves together the surrounding neighborhoods with a new 10.5-acre park. By decking over the 100-meter-wide, 800-meter-long rail corridor leading to Union Station, the project looks to reclaim a 16.5-acre site just west of CN Tower. Of the 16.5 acres, 10.5 acres are available for an urban park with six acres that feature residential, office, hotel, retail, and transit facilities.

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Civiconcepts

JUNE 10, 2021

Bridge Abutment Means Bridge Abutment is an element of a bridge, that gives vertical support to the bridge superstructure at the bridge ends, adjoins the bridge with the approach roadway, … Bridge Abutment |10 Bridge Abutment Types | Abutment Bridge Read More ».

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BD+C

JUNE 10, 2021

Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital, a 35,000-sf hospital located in Cave Creek, Ariz., has completed construction. The new hospital features a 13-bed emergency department; an operating room and a three-bed pre-op/post-anesthesia care unit; eight inpatient rooms for overnight stays; an imaging suite for x-ray, ultrasound, and CT scans; and a laboratory. The emergency room will be open year-round, 24/7.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 10, 2021

Firm has added the first new features for its cloud-based construction management software platform since its initial public offering in May.

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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.

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BD+C

JUNE 10, 2021

The City of Chicago, Chicago Department of Transportation, and Chicago Transit Authority have recently revealed preliminary designs for the State/Lake elevated station and Red Line Connection in downtown Chicago. The station is the second busiest in the CTA network. The proposed $180 million design includes wider, safer platforms, a sweeping glass canopy to protect passengers from the elements, a new accessible fly-over connection bridge, new elevators for riders of all mobilities, and a public

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ENR Construction

JUNE 10, 2021

Not so “alternative” anymore is one way to describe the rise of alternative project delivery. Revenue for construction management-at-risk and design-build delivery reached all-time highs before the recent pandemic plagued the market. But this year’s company rankings tell a more complicated story about alternative project delivery during a crisis.

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BD+C

JUNE 10, 2021

Holly Williamson, Design Director, and Nicole Zack, AIA, NCARB, Senior Designer, both with NELSON Worldwide, break down their concept for the future of the office as inclusive social clubs. Williamson and Zack envision the workplace taking on the role of the social glue for company employees, offering special amenities like coffee/wine bars, fitness areas, and partnerships with local clubs and social groups.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 10, 2021

In a surprising shift for a traditional tool manufacturer, Stanley X, the innovation division of Stanley Black & Decker, has acquired Buildup, a project management platform used by general contractors and trade workers for punchlists, RFIs and inspections.

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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?

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BD+C

JUNE 10, 2021

This month, the New York City Department of Buildings deployed teams of enforcement inspectors to perform safety inspections at the city’s larger and more complex construction sites. The action followed the deaths of three construction workers over a two-week period. Two of these fatal incidents resulted from worker falls. The three incidents are under investigation.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 10, 2021

While inequities exist in all infrastructure sectors—from highway alignments to wastewater treatment plant locations—finding solutions won’t be easy or without controversy.

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CivilJungle

JUNE 10, 2021

Introduction for Tests on Brick. Bricks are commonly used in the construction of various types of Structures. Bricks are one of the basic material which is commonly used for the construction of the walls. Bricks should be checked and tested on-site before using them for construction purposes. It is very necessary that the bricks should pass all the required criteria given by the Indian Standards.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 10, 2021

New advances in automation, data collection and the perils of too many pilot projects were the top line ideas at the first day of the 2021 ENR FutureTech conference.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 10, 2021

The Largest Net-Zero Community Will Have 21,000 Homes. cbroderick. Thu, 06/10/2021 - 09:46. Developer FivePoint Valencia broke ground on a new 21,000-home project that will become the largest net-zero community in the country. Homes will be built across 15,000 acres by production builders KB Home, Lennar, Toll Brothers, and Tri Pointe. The community will feature affordable housing, commercial space, and multifamily units.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 10, 2021

Several university projects in Maine have been moving forward with design and construction despite pricing escalation and labor shortages.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 10, 2021

Biden's Infrastructure Plan for Retrofitting Homes Could Bolster Homeownership Levels. cbroderick. Thu, 06/10/2021 - 10:15. Purchasing a home today has proven to be a difficult feat and it’s even more challenging for first-time buyers seeking affordable homes. President Joe Biden’s proposed $2 trillion infrastructure plan could make it easier for both first-time buyers and those seeking affordable housing, says the Washington Post.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 10, 2021

While inequities exist in all infrastructure sectors—from highway alignments to wastewater treatment plant locations—finding solutions won’t be easy or without controversy.

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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!

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Business Facilities

JUNE 10, 2021

Situated in Upstate New York, Oswego County is located centrally to New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Cleveland, Toronto and Montreal, with over 80 million people within a 300-mile radius. Many factors place Oswego County at the top of the list for manufacturing clusters such as metal fabrication and food processing. - Read: BF Location Video: Industrial Parks in Oswego County, NY at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Work Gearz

JUNE 10, 2021

We all know the importance of insoles and their role in keeping our boots and feet healthy. Not only do they fit almost all the boots but also provide the long lasting comfort and stability to your feet so that you keep doing your work enthusiastically. . We make use of our insoles so much that with time, they lose a lot of their properties which make them effective.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 10, 2021

While inequities exist in all infrastructure sectors—from highway alignments to wastewater treatment plant locations—finding solutions won’t be easy or without controversy.

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Work Gearz

JUNE 10, 2021

Everyone looks for durability, comfort, and quality in buying boots, and Wolverine and Thursday boots make sure that they orient the same in their boots but according to their terms. Wolverine and Thursday boots have been adopted by people very widely. . If Wolverine and Thursday boots compete, my vote will go for Thursday. The reason behind this is their high quality of footwear at an affordable price, perfect fit and comfortable to wear all day.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 10, 2021

The 2021 Viewpoint Construction Awards are now open! We want to see what our customers have accomplished in the past year. Start your submission here!

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ENR Construction

JUNE 10, 2021

Working mostly in the public sector, Harrisburg, Pa.-based Herbert, Rowland & Grubic increased its revenue 13% in 2020.

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Natural Building

JUNE 10, 2021

David Easton passed away in February this year at 72. Since the ’70s, he advocated for and experimented with earth as a building material. In a 2018 interview he described how he learned about Rammed Earth and why he chose to try it. “I found a book on the rack of a natural food store in Jackson, CA that was ‘How to Build Your House of Earth’ by an Australian named Rex Middleton.

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