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How to Ease the Onboarding Process for Native Spanish Speakers in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

5 tips to help construction human resources teams better serve their Spanish speaking employees during the hiring process.

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4BT JOC Solution – Best Value JOB ORDER CONTRACTING

Job Order Contracting

If your organization would like to better reflect and respect the concerns and values of your stakeholders and not just push paper around, read on. Agility, adaptability, and customer centricity are fully supported by the 4BT JOC Solution. The 4BT JOC Solution was developed to address the many unforeseen risks and unanticipated costs associated with traditional JOC offerings.

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Video: Virgin Hyperloop’s Passenger Experience Vision for the 21st Century

The Constructor

On 27th January 2021, Virgin Hyperloop shared its vision for the future of high-speed transportation, taking viewers on a virtual hyperloop journey.

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Amazon Locating New Sortation Center, Delivery Station In Lubbock

Business Facilities

The company’s first sort center in Lubbock, TX will employ hundreds of associates while the new delivery station will create more than 100 new full- and part-time jobs. . - Read: Amazon Locating New Sortation Center, Delivery Station In Lubbock at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Singapore Re-imagines Ecological Urban Development

Natural Building

80% of Singapore’s residents live in public housing and it’s a tropical country where convenience and air conditioning are a way of life. So there is a great opportunity for the government to influence new, more ecological development. They are promising 42,000 new homes across five residential districts, and the eco-town of Tengah will be the 24th new settlement built by Singapore’s government since World War II.

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17 Innovative Products That Make The New American Home 2021 Exceptional

Pro Builder

17 Innovative Products That Make The New American Home 2021 Exceptional. ibush. Tue, 02/02/2021 - 18:45. The New American Home program relies on innovative products that enhance the exterior and interior of the house and contribute to its overall comfort and performance. TNAH 2021 features several product solutions from members of NAHB’s Leading Suppliers Council(*), as well as other sponsoring companies and those that contributed, donated, or discounted products and services to support the proj

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Mack Heavy Dump Truck Ready for Harsh Cold

Construction Equipment

Mack Defense and Phillips & Temro Industries (PTI) have partnered to prepare the U.S. Army M917A3 Heavy Dump Trucks (HDT) for harsh cold temperatures with an engine heating solution that allows the trucks to start and operate more efficiently and effectively in extreme cold weather.

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[VIDEO] Need to Get Some Heavy Equipment Up a Mountain? Try a Cable Car System

Construction Junkie

via YouTube // lcscablecranes. Remote jobsites with difficult terrain pose some substantial logistical challenges when it comes to getting equipment and materials on site. I’ve seen several different methods used in the past, such as heavy equipment carrying blimps , cargo planes , helicopters , and the Fat Truck , but I recently came across a new method: a cable car.

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$100M Industrial Park to be Built Near U.S.-Mexico Border

Construction Equipment

Construction has begun on a $100 million, 50-acre industrial park near San Diego’s eastern border crossing with Mexico. The Landmark Otay project is anticipated to take advantage of the rapid industrialization near Otay Mesa Port of Entry, as well as infrastructure improvements near the U.S.

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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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After a Rocky Year, PCA Forecasts Slight Growth in Cement Demand in 2021

ENR Construction

The disruptions to the U.S. construction market caused by the COVID-19 pandemic was significant, but has not fully disrupted what had been an active market, according to new economic forecast data from the Portland Cement Association.

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Safety Standard Updated for Portable Gen Sets

Construction Equipment

ANSI/PGMA G300-2018 Safety and Performance of Portable Generators Standard (G300) has been updated to include a requirement that portable generators include automatic carbon monoxide (CO) shut-off technology.

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Tahanan supportive housing development brings 145 apartments to San Francisco

BD+C

A new modular supportive housing development is currently under construction in San Francisco’s central SOMA District. Tahanan will offer 145 studio apartments (and one manager’s unit) of permanent housing and services for adults who have experienced homelessness. A poured-in-place concrete podium comprises common areas, a counseling suite, administrative offices, and retail space.

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Three Ways Data Leads to Coaching Opportunities

Construction Equipment

Machine data can help identify operator behaviors that can be changed quickly and easily through coaching, especially when the dealership carries the message.

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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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MAD Architects unveils ‘Train Station in the Forest’

BD+C

MAD Architects has unveiled the “Train Station in the Forest,” a new project that covers an area of 35.4 hectares and will encompass the Jiaxing Train Station, the plazas to the north and south, and a renovation of the adjacent People’s Park. The completed project will become a new green urban center for Jiaxing’s citizens and travelers. .

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Amazon Unveils Concept for Virginia Headquarters 'Helix'

ENR Construction

The second phase of Amazon's northern Virginia campus will center around “The Helix,” a 350-ft-tall tapered glass structure.

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Vermeer Invests in Loader Maker MultiOne

Construction Equipment

Vermeer Corporation has purchased a minority equity investment in MultiOne, a manufacturer of compact articulated loaders.

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Can A New Construction Insurance Policy Cut Delay and Estimating Risk?

ENR Construction

An insurance giant says its new project loss insurance can address estimating errors.

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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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Join us at IBSx Next Week!

Pro Builder

Join us at IBSx Next Week! sparker. Tue, 02/02/2021 - 12:02. New products, construction demos, networking and innovative strategies. Learn more and register at BuildersShow.com. . NAHB. sponsored.

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Buttigieg Confirmed as DOT Secretary as Infrastructure Plan Looms

ENR Construction

Senate approves former South Bend, Ind., mayor on a strong 86-13 vote.

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Despite Low Inventory, Buyers are Positive About Housing Availability

Pro Builder

Despite Low Inventory, Buyers are Positive About Housing Availability. cbroderick. Tue, 02/02/2021 - 09:12. Prospective homebuyers were more negative about the housing market conditions, specifically housing availability, in 2019 compared to 2020, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ Housing Trends Report. In the fourth quarter of 2020, 37% of prospective buyers said they expect their home search to become easier, while 54% believed it would remain the same or become more diff

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Amazon Unveils Design for Va. HQ2 'Helix' Tower

ENR Construction

The second phase of Amazon's northern Virginia campus will center around “The Helix,” a 350-ft-tall tapered glass structure.

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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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OX-IS Structural Insulated Sheathing

Pro Builder

OX-IS Structural Insulated Sheathing. kcichowicz. Tue, 02/02/2021 - 10:39. Rely on all-in-one OX-IS to deliver high R-values while meeting building code requirements for sheathing, insulation, and water-resistive and air barrier performance. . Sheathing. Insulation. Sheathing. sponsored.

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Amazon Unveils Design for HQ2's 'Helix' Tower in Va.

ENR Construction

The second phase of Amazon's HQ2 campus will center around “The Helix,” a 350-ft-tall tapered glass structure.

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‘Not Uncommon’ for Millennials to Spend Millions on First Home

Pro Builder

‘Not Uncommon’ for Millennials to Spend Millions on First Home. cbroderick. Tue, 02/02/2021 - 09:19. Forget the notions of Millennials doomed to rent forever. A new Bloomberg report says it’s not uncommon for Millennial first-time buyers to spend big—even millions—for their “starter homes.” Just two years ago, Millennial homeownership remained at a record low, according to Business Insider.

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Komatsu Teams With Electric-Vehicle Maker Proterra on Zero-Emission Excavators

ENR Construction

Komatsu has announced a partnership with electric battery manufacturer Proterra on an all-electric excavator.

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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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$600 Million LEED-Certified Ski Resort Coming Soon to Colorado

Pro Builder

$600 Million LEED-Certified Ski Resort Coming Soon to Colorado. cbroderick. Tue, 02/02/2021 - 09:31. A LEED-certified ski resort is coming to Snowmass, Colo., and it will house a 53-unit condo building that runs entirely on renewable electricity. Electric Pass Lodge will be powered by rooftop solar panels and additional renewable energy through local energy provider, Holy Cross Energy, according to The Denver Post.

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LA Metro CEO Washington To Step Down

ENR Construction

Transportation veteran will not seek a new contract in May.

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Could This New Material Replace Glass Windows?

Pro Builder

Could This New Material Replace Glass Windows? cbroderick. Tue, 02/02/2021 - 09:37. The University of Maryland has created a new transparent, glass-like material that offers lower thermal conductivity, greater strength, and less environmental impact than traditional glass. Fast Company says the new material can be used for energy-efficient windows and even transparent buildings—and it’s made entirely from wood.