BD+C

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Created by Dr. Matyas Gutai of Loughborough University, the water-filled glass (WFG) system uses water to heat and cool structures in an attempt to reduce building energy use. WFG utilizes a sheet of water trapped between a panel of glass. The system involves connecting the water-filled window panels to a storage tank, which can be located anywhere in the building, using pipes hidden in the walls, allowing the water to circulate between the two.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 6, 2020

The construction of footing for residential buildings of a maximum two-story is relatively easy. This is because the imposed load is small, hence.

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 6, 2020

With environmental benefits and lower labor costs, mass timber has grown into a market that could rival steel and concrete in the construction industry, according to the New York Times.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Riveting and bolting are the most commonly adopted procedure used for connecting steel members in a steel structure. The detailed procedures for.

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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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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Engcon has begun offering the Quick Hitch Standard Control (QSC) its safe locking system as standard on all tiltrotators with Engcon’s control system. The current system for controlling the bucket lock under the tiltrotator is being replaced by Engcon’s standardized locking panel.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Boston, Seattle, Minneapolis, and San Francisco round out the top U.S. cities growing their clean energy efforts, according to ACEEE's newly-released 2020 City Clean Energy Scorecard. - Read: New York City Leads 2020 City Clean Energy Scorecard at BusinessFacilities.com.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 6, 2020

The International Code Council will hold its inaugural virtual education summit, ICC Learn Live , on November 9-13, 2020. The online event will include a series of panel sessions and keynotes from experts across the building industry. Topics will include training the next generation of talent, the impact of COVID-19 on building safety and the economy, adopting virtual capabilities, and an in-depth overview of the upcoming 2021 International Codes (I-Codes).

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 6, 2020

What Amenities Are Homeowners Requesting Most? cbroderick. Tue, 10/06/2020 - 09:26. The hottest trends right now for residential design are all a result of the pandemic. The American Institute of Architect’s third quarter 2020 Home Design Trends Survey found an increase in the number of home offices, exercise spaces, flex rooms, and indoor air quality products requested by homeowners.

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Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Via Twitter // Houston Fire Department. In what seems to be an all-too-common occurrence recently, a partial building collapse yesterday has sadly cost the lives of 3 construction workers and injured one additional worker. Yesterday afternoon, the Houston Fire Department responded to an emergency call involving a partially collapsed building on the West side of the city.

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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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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Technology in the construction industry has not changed much over the years, according to an article on the Conexpo-Con/AGG website. Studies indicate the industry is behind other industries in terms of automation, innovation, and adapting to change.

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Learn Civil Engineering

OCTOBER 6, 2020

In our society, just think of that if there is no need to reuse wastewater, collected rainwater, then soak pits can provide the best alternative for a partial treatment of wastewater or ash. For example, septic tanks, double pits for flush toilets, anaerobic reactors, biogas collectors, etc. It’s a very safe and healthy way to […].

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BD+C

OCTOBER 6, 2020

The Green Gateway—a zero-emission, highly sustainable multimodal hub—has been named the winner for the 2020 Fentress Global Challenge (FGC), an annual global student design competition launched in 2011 by Fentress Architects that represents the firm’s commitment to advancing innovative design in public architecture and attracts students from around the world. .

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Only 20 out of 100 U.S. cities surveyed in the 2020 City Clean Energy Scorecard have community-wide greenhouse gas reduction goals and are on track to meet them.

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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

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Increased public awareness of the hazards posed by indoor pollutants has raised tenant expectations for healthy indoor air. In response, builders, owners and managers of multi-family housing are installing healthy air systems for individual units as a means of both attracting and retaining tenants and warding off potential liability. . .

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 6, 2020

It’s Game Day at the GPA! Executive Director Griff Lynch will present the Georgia Ports Authority’s virtual 2020 State of the Port Address, with the latest developments in infrastructure and global trade at the Port of Savannah: 11 a.m., Oct. 22, 2020. Register for the free online event at gaports.com. - Read: It’s Game Day at the Georgia Ports Authority!

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Which was the last time you travelled on an air plane? Mine was four months back while I was travelling from Atlanta to Chicago for a business deal! And fortunately or unfortunately I was wearing a steel toe boot and was worried whether I could get through the security checking point or not as steel toe boots cannot easily get through the metal detectors as we all know!

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BD+C

OCTOBER 6, 2020

The PGA of America’s new 106,622-sf headquarters is now under construction on 6.2 acres of the 660-acre PGA Frisco campus. Once completed, the overall campus will include two new championship golf courses, a 500-room Omni Resort, and a golf entertainment district. The four-story HQ building will be predominantly glass and limestone. It will initially house 150 corporate employees, with three floors of office space, a top floor conference room, and an outdoor terrace lounge space overlooking the

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OCTOBER 6, 2020

Wildfire Prevention Includes Rebuilding Safer Homes. cbroderick. Tue, 10/06/2020 - 09:53. How do you prevent wildfires from ravaging more neighborhoods, homes, and lives? The answer may not be found in foliage management, but home building, says the Seattle Times. Safe, equitable housing could save more residents, such as those whose trailer homes were decimated by the fires.

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Construction employment increased by 26,000 jobs in September to a total of 7,245,000, but the gains were concentrated in housing, while employment in the infrastructure and nonresidential building construction sector remained little changed, according to an analysis by the Associated General…

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BD+C

OCTOBER 6, 2020

1. Construction spending rises 1.4% in August as residential boom outweighs private nonresidential decline and flat public categories (AGC) .

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 6, 2020

The new home court for the Golden State Warriors boasts curves that echo the San Francisco Bay.

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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Viewpoint has migrated many of its clients to Microsoft Azure to provide faster performance, improve scalability and be more responsive to their needs.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 6, 2020

U.S. Green Building Council and Green Business Certification Inc. have bolstered their programs and resources to drive resilience-enhancing strategies to help businesses and governments mitigate climate risks.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 6, 2020

What Is Veneer? A veneer is a very thin piece of wood that is attached to particleboard or other types of manufactured wood. Veneers are used to lessen the cost of a project without sacrificing the overall appearance. It may be attached using an adhesive, nails, or screws. Veneers are frequently used on cabinets, furniture, and floors. The frame and shelves of the units are made of particleboard, MDF, or plywood, but the viewable surfaces are covered with veneers.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 6, 2020

It’s Game Day at the GPA! Executive Director Griff Lynch will present the Georgia Ports Authority’s virtual 2020 State of the Port Address, with the latest developments in infrastructure and global trade at the Port of Savannah: 11 a.m., Oct. 22, 2020. Register for the free online event at gaports.com. - Read: It’s Game Day at the Georgia Ports Authority!

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

OCTOBER 6, 2020

The Marcum Commercial Construction Index for the second quarter of 2020 reports the industry is holding relatively well in the face of the COVID-19-driven recession. Construction employment has rebounded since plummeting in March and April, and the industry’s unemployment rate stands at 8.9%, below the 10.2% rate observed across all industries. The index is produced by Marcum’s National Construction Services group.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 6, 2020

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Proposal would make incentive payments eligible for federal grants.

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