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Integrated LEAN Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery for Owners and Design-Builders

Job Order Contracting

While we hear about integrated project delivery (IPD), alternative project delivery, and job order contracting, are they truly fully developed processes with supporting tools and services …integrated LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery for owners and design-builders requires internal and external teams to collaborate appropriately through the project lifecycle.

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How to Use Purchase Orders to Combat the Rising Cost of Construction Materials

Viewpoint Construction Technology

With rising material costs in construction, purchase orders are a great way to control costs… IF you can track your budget!

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Phase Change Materials (PCMs) for Building Applications

The Constructor

Phase-change materials (PCMs) possess high storage density in a narrow temperature interval. They release or absorb sufficient energy at phase.

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Scrap the Silos: Why a Connected Construction Environment is Necessary for ANZ Contractors' Success

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A look at how modern construction project management has evolved and why connected data and workflows will change the game.

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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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13 Best Bed Alternatives | Top Alternatives To Bed | Bed Alternatives For Small Spaces

Civiconcepts

If you live in a small apartment or tiny house then have a tiny bedroom or no dedicated space for a bedroom, in that case, you required a Bed Alternative … 13 Best Bed Alternatives | Top Alternatives To Bed | Bed Alternatives For Small Spaces Read More ».

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Better Buildings Initiative Creates More Than $15B In Energy Savings

Business Facilities

Since 2011, the Better Buildings Initiative has partnered with public and private sector leaders to improve energy efficiency of commercial buildings and industrial plants.

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Proposed $700M Wis. Gas Plant Survives Legal Hurdles, But More Loom

ENR Construction

Judge upholds state regulators' decision to allow construction to proceed on Nemadji Trail Energy Center in Superior, Wis.

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Shinhwa To Invest $78M In Alabama Expansion

Business Facilities

The South Korea-based auto parts supplier will create 42 jobs with its second facility in the Auburn Technology Park West.

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Construction Economics for May 23, 2022

ENR Construction

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics.

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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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22 Types of Drill Bits | Drill Bit Types And Uses | Different Drill Bits Name | Best Drill Bits For Cutting Work ?

Civiconcepts

What Are Drill Bits? Drill bits are one type of cutting tool, which is used for enlarging and making holes in solid metal. These drill bits are used with drill … 22 Types of Drill Bits | Drill Bit Types And Uses | Different Drill Bits Name | Best Drill Bits For Cutting Work ? Read More ».

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First Model Code Specific to Temporary Structures Out for Public Comment

ENR Construction

Engineers have drafted requirements to improve the ability of public-occupancy temporary structures to resist wind, flood, snow and earthquake loads.

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Building With Mud in India

Natural Building

Mathews George is building a two-story mud house in Karunapuram village. He emphasizes that mud lasts as long as concrete and it can withstand the attack of termites, ants or other insects. He is also saving on the cost of cement and steel. Mr George is building on a plot that also has organic crops of cardamom, plantain, pepper, and other crops. The farming venture was his plan when he left a lucrative job at an international bank to live in the lap of nature.

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Asking Rents Continued to Rise in April, But at a Slower Pace

Pro Builder

Asking Rents Continued to Rise in April, But at a Slower Pace. ldeakins. Wed, 05/18/2022 - 10:53. An overheated rental market may finally be cooling down, but prices remain at record highs in most major metros. Rents continued to rise at a slower pace in April, but some major metros still reported gains of more than 30%, Redfin reports. The rental market seems to be gradually slowing in response to the Fed’s inflation control methods, but costs are still growing at nearly double the rate of over

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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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5 Best Chemical Resistant Work Boots

Work Gearz

For professionals that work with chemicals, the hazards faced on the job are multiple and dangerous. While not all chemicals may be toxic or present the same level of danger, there is a sufficient number in numerous industrial settings to warrant extreme prudence when choosing appropriate protective gear. Chemicals pose health dangers as they can be the cause of injuries and illnesses, some life-changing as well as fatalities in worse case scenarios.

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13 Best Bed Alternatives | Top Alternatives To Bed | Bed Alternatives For Small Spaces

Civiconcepts

If you live in a small apartment or tiny house then have a tiny bedroom or no dedicated space for a bedroom, in that case, you required a Bed Alternative … 13 Best Bed Alternatives | Top Alternatives To Bed | Bed Alternatives For Small Spaces Read More ».

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Proposed $700M Gas Plant in Wis. Survives Legal Challenges, Though More Loom

ENR Construction

Judge upholds state regulators' decision to allow construction to proceed on Nemadji Trail Energy Center in Superior, Wis.

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Building a Pedestrian-Friendly Legacy Community

Pro Builder

Building a Pedestrian-Friendly Legacy Community. ldeakins. Wed, 05/18/2022 - 10:43. A home's community is an often overlooked "X factor" determining (at least in part) its resale value. These tips from Housing Design Matters make community a priority. A home’s surrounding community is a major factor in its resale value, and creating an attractive legacy community can benefit not just one property, but every home on the block.

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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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AECOM, Skanska, Obayashi Picked for $1.4B Utah Railroad Project

ENR Construction

The planned Uinta Basin Railway would connect a mineral-rich region to the national rail network.

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How to Get Paid on Louisiana Public Projects

Levelset

Continuing the state’s long-standing focus on infrastructure spending focused on environmental well-being, Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards announced in April 2022 that the state would be allocating $150 million in surplus state funding towards coastal restoration and protection projects. A major focal point of the Biden administration, public construction spending has over a trillion dollars at the federal level heading its way in the next decade, with much of that to be distributed at the s

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Equipment Cart Derailments Delay MBTA's Accelerated Tunnel Repair Project

ENR Construction

MBTA Blue Line trains are running following a series of mishaps on an accelerated repair project.

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Investors Are Taking Over Southern Housing Markets

Pro Builder

Investors Are Taking Over Southern Housing Markets. ldeakins. Wed, 05/18/2022 - 10:36. Investors account for over a quarter of all home purchases in some popular housing markets, and first-time buyers can't compete. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, homebuyers have squared off against deep-pocketed investment firms looking to flip affordable single-family homes for resale or turn them into rentals.

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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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Equipment Cart Derailments Delay MBTA Tunnel Repairs

ENR Construction

MBTA Blue Line trains are running following a series of mishaps on an accelerated repair project.

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Builder Confidence Drops as Interest Rates Climb Higher

Pro Builder

Builder Confidence Drops as Interest Rates Climb Higher. ldeakins. Wed, 05/18/2022 - 10:49. Builders are feeling the pressure of rising mortgage rates coupled with surging prices for building materials . As the housing market slows in the wake of rising interest rates, builder confidence is also steadily declining, Eye on Housing reports. Builder confidence in the single-family sector dropped for the fifth consecutive month in May, falling eight points to 69. .

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