Mon.Jul 11, 2022

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Construction Tolerances for Cast-in-Place Concrete Members in a Building

The Constructor

Construction tolerances are allowed variations in a designated dimension of cast-in-place reinforced concrete elements. They are necessary means of.

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What Contractors Need to Know About Surety Bonds

Construction Marketing

If you want to be a contractor, being licensed and bonded will have a major impact on your ability to work in the city and state where you live and work. Many state and local governments require that contractors who perform work above a threshold amount obtain licenses. One of the key requirements for licensing is to purchase a surety bond. If you learn that you need to purchase a surety bond to work as a contractor or to enter into a contract to perform work on a project, here is some informati

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Locations For eCommerce And Distribution: Made To Order

Business Facilities

As consumer buying patterns evolve, eCommerce and distribution operations require a changing set of location-related assets for success. .

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12 Types of Rugs | Different Types of Rugs With Pictures | Best Types of Rug For Living Room | Best Rug For Bedroom

Civiconcepts

Introduction To Rugs Rugs are one of the most used decorative elements in every house as well as for other utility purposes, in spite of the fact of rugs are … 12 Types of Rugs | Different Types of Rugs With Pictures | Best Types of Rug For Living Room | Best Rug For Bedroom Read More ».

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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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Could Falling Lumber Prices Signal a Big Economic Shift?

Pro Builder

Could Falling Lumber Prices Signal a Big Economic Shift? ldeakins. Mon, 07/11/2022 - 10:14. Elevated lumber prices in 2021 were an early harbinger of rising inflation and major economic changes, and as prices now fall, experts are gearing up for another transformative period ahead. In May 2021, lumber prices reached a record $1,607 per thousand board feet, sounding the first alarms about an inflationary shift in the U.S. economy, and the most recent price slump could point toward more big change

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IEA Report Takes Look At Solar PV Global Supply Chains

Business Facilities

China's focus on solar panel production has spurred market growth while leading to significant imbalances in global supply chains, according the special report from the International Energy Agency.

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Germany Rushes To Build $69M Gas Import Terminal, Its First

ENR Construction

As Russia's gas squeeze intensifies, Germany aims to have LNG import and regasification infrastructure operating later this year in up to four port sites.

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Alert Innovation Opens New Massachusetts Headquarters

Business Facilities

The grocery automation company has moved to larger facilities in Andover, MA to accommodate rapidly growing workforce, meet customer demand.

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Bronx Point Affordable Housing Project Also Brings Hip Hop Home

ENR Construction

A $349M public-private investment in Bronx, N.Y. set to house the Universal Hip Hop Museum in the borough where the musical genre started, also adds 3 acres of public esplanade and park space sorely needed in the community.

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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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Universal Hydrogen Launches Engineering Design Center, European HQ

Business Facilities

At its new European headquarters in Toulouse, France, Universal Hydrogen will work to decarbonize aviation through the adoption of hydrogen.

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Alaska OKs Funds for $1.85B Port Upgrade, Other Projects

ENR Construction

The state capital budget and a new law clear more than $400 million for projects in Anchorage, Nome and Seward.

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Construction Job Openings Decline, Says ABC

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The construction industry registered 434,000 job openings in May, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. The JOLTS survey defines a job opening as any unfilled position for which an employer is actively recruiting. Industry job openings decreased by 6,000 in May but are up 126,000 from the same month last year.

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DOT Proposal Would Require States to Track Highway Emissions

ENR Construction

Stakeholders differ on whether the US Transportation Dept. has congressional authority to enact a rule unrelated to its mission.

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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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Bigger, Better Jobs: Tips for Getting the Jobs That Help Grow Your Business

Levelset

There is no shortage of work in the construction industry right now. Yet, upfront costs are barriers for many specialty contractors interested in taking on more significant projects but face the challenge of waiting on payment from past jobs. Delayed payment is felt by nearly 90% of contractors, according to Levelset’s 2021 Construction Cash Flow & Payment Report.

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Zoning Regulations Pose Challenges for Regional Builders, but Three Female-Led Projects May Help

Pro Builder

Zoning Regulations Pose Challenges for Regional Builders, but Three Female-Led Projects May Help. ldeakins. Mon, 07/11/2022 - 10:22. These trailblazing women are digitizing zoning codes and regulations to help builders create more affordable housing. In order to boost nationwide housing supply and create more affordable housing units, builders are pushing for updated zoning regulations that would permit high-density development in existing neighborhoods, but ambiguous and archaic building codes

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Germany Pushes Construction of $69M LNG Import Terminal, Its First

ENR Construction

The country now most affected by Russian gas cutoffs also is the only European Union member with no import and regasification infrastructure.

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Remodelers Are Finding New Ways to Adapt to a Record-Breaking Housing Market

Pro Builder

Remodelers Are Finding New Ways to Adapt to a Record-Breaking Housing Market. ldeakins. Mon, 07/11/2022 - 10:35. Waning demand for home purchases means more projects for remodelers, but fulfilling a steady backlog of projects is proving to be a challenge amid inflated materials costs and labor shortages. It’s no surprise that the housing market is going through big changes, and while prospective homebuyers weigh the pros and cons of making home purchases in the midst of rising mortgage rates and

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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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Bronx Point Affordable Housing Project Brings Hip Hop Home

ENR Construction

The $349M project includes 3 acres of public esplanade and park space that's sorely needed in the community.

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After Years of Record Home Sales, the Bay Area Is Finally Cooling

Pro Builder

After Years of Record Home Sales, the Bay Area Is Finally Cooling. ldeakins. Mon, 07/11/2022 - 10:48. Five of the nation's 10 fastest cooling housing markets are located in California, and three are in the San Francisco Bay Area alone. All 10 of the fastest cooling housing markets are located in the American West, and five are in California, Redfin reports.

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ENR Midwest Top Contractors: Midwest Contractors don't let pandemic get them down

ENR Construction

Midwest Contractors recover revenue to top pre-pandemic level.

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What is Concrete Crazing – Causes and Treatment

Learn Civil Engineering

What is concrete crazing? The occurrence of closely spaced fine cracks on the surface of the concrete is called concrete crazing. Concrete crazing is the formation of shrinkage cracks on the surface which is caused when the concrete has cement-rich surface skin or has too much water in the mix. The same effect of crazing […].

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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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Tecovas Vs Lucchese Boots – Which is The Better Brand?

Work Gearz

What’s the first thing which comes to your mind after hearing the word cowboy boots? We are pretty sure for most of you it’s either cowboys, horse riding or ranch owners. To your surprise, in today’s world cowboy boots are not just limited to these but have become a fashion statement. With so many options available in the market it becomes confusing for the users which product to choose?

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U.S. Homeownership Rate Falls to Four-Decade Low

Pro Builder

U.S. Homeownership Rate Falls to Four-Decade Low. ldeakins. Mon, 07/11/2022 - 10:42. A growing affordability crisis is forcing many Americans to reconsider their homeownership plans. After nearly a decade of solid gains, the U.S. homeownership rate is down to one of its lowest levels in four decades, a clear indicator that a burgeoning affordability crisis is discouraging a growing number of prospective buyers nationwide.

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