Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 26, 2020
How to Overcome the Loneliness of Leadership. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 08/26/2020 - 11:04. Leadership is lonely. I have the privilege of coaching top leaders in organizations around the world—both in and out of the construction industry—and this loneliness is ubiquitous. In good times, it feels like you are figuring it out and your work stays on an even keel.
The Constructor
AUGUST 26, 2020
Soil-cement is a highly-compacted mixture produced by mixing cement with soils. Generally, in-situ walls constructed with soil-cement are used for.
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GCP Applied Technologies
AUGUST 26, 2020
Is offsite construction the answer to jobsite safety concerns? Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 08/26/2020 - 10:37. GCP Applied Technologies. August 26, 2020. While some folks commonly think of precast as grey concrete, used for sewer systems or structural elements, it can also be used to construct entire buildings, including schools, office structures, and condominiums.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 26, 2020
The treated wood products company will increase the workforce at its North Little Rock facility over the next two years. . - Read: Koppers To Invest $23M In Arkansas Expansion 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.
BD+C
AUGUST 26, 2020
I am an architect. I am also a woman of color. As a brown woman, and now a citizen who emigrated to the United States from India 17 years ago, the recent unrest in our country following the death of George Floyd has made me pause and think about the role of architecture and architects in building a world that not only encourages but demands equity through design.
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BD+C
AUGUST 26, 2020
A decade after completing two student housing projects for Austin College in Sherman, Texas, KWA Construction, which specializes in multifamily developments throughout the Lone Star State, reconnected with the college recently to build North Flats, a three-story 43,613-sf residence hall that added 38 units to the campus’s housing stock. Dallas-based KWA completed North Flats last month.
Pro Builder
AUGUST 26, 2020
What’s Your Home’s Flood Risk Score? mbeirne. Wed, 08/26/2020 - 10:40. A shortcoming of FEMA flood maps is they’re dated, look backwards, and don’t account for the impact of climate changes since they were drawn. However, starting this week every U.S. homeowner and home buyer will be able to see a new analysis of their property’s flood risk. A nonprofit research and technology group, First Street Foundation launched an interactive website offering flood risk data on more than 142 million homes
Natural Building
AUGUST 26, 2020
Judy Quick has lived in a custom-built, subterranean home in Western Pennsylvania since 2003. “I mow my roof,” Quick said while giving a tour of her unorthodox three-bedroom, two-bathroom home that’s on more than 11 acres. She said advantages of underground living include quiet conditions, added protection from severe weather and a nearly constant indoor temperature.
Pro Builder
AUGUST 26, 2020
New Construction Home Sales Surged in July. mbeirne. Wed, 08/26/2020 - 10:12. The notion that new home sales are being driven by buyers fleeing to the suburbs might be debatable, but the impact of tight inventory and low mortgage interest rates on the latest monthly figures is obvious. “The new home market has everything going for it right now including limited resale supply, fear of missing out, heightened dissatisfaction of our current living situation, low mortgage rates, months of saving mon
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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.
Construction Junkie
AUGUST 26, 2020
Lowe’s, hot off the heels of their new deal to carry the extremely popular outdoor power equipment brand, EGO, in store , has yet another major announcement that will have its customers excited: tool rental. Announced last week, Lowe’s will be rolling out a tool rental program for contractors. Starting with their first tool rental department opening on August 20th at one of their Charlotte, North Carolina stores, the home center will continue to expand the concept throughout the country over the
GCP Applied Technologies
AUGUST 26, 2020
Is offsite construction the answer to jobsite safety concerns? Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 08/26/2020 - 10:37. GCP Applied Technologies. August 26, 2020. While some folks commonly think of precast as grey concrete, used for sewer systems or structural elements, it can also be used to construct entire buildings, including schools, office structures, and condominiums.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 26, 2020
Data from tech tools such as Procore, Smartvid.io and others are helping firms understand what's going on in state economies and work through the new restrictions. Some are even thriving.
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 26, 2020
Manitowoc has updated its free diagnostic app to include Potain tower cranes equipped with Crane Control System (CCS). The update will help operators interpret diagnostic codes generated by on-board control systems and reduce machine downtime.
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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?
ENR Construction
AUGUST 26, 2020
At ENR's Groundbreaking Women in Construction conference, noted organizational behavior researcher stressed key factors that drive engineers to leave the industry.
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 26, 2020
SANY Europe won the IFOY Award 2020 (International Intralogistics and Forklift Truck of the Year) in the category of “special vehicle” with its SRSC45H9A Hybrid Reach Stacker. The IFOY award recognizes outstanding achievements in intralogistics as well as innovation.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 26, 2020
In 2019 total capital spending on water infrastructure projects at local, state and federal levels was approximately $48 billion, compared to investment needs of $129 billion—an $81 billion difference. That gap is only expected to widen, the report’s authors say.
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 26, 2020
Navistar’s NEXT eMobility Solutions business unit has signed a master services agreement with In-Charge Energy, an energy solutions company based in Los Angeles, to provide charging infrastructure and consulting services to Navistar and its electric vehicle customers.
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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.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 26, 2020
Construction and civil engineering organizations are increasingly looking to construction technology like augmented reality (AR) to enhance workflows and improve stakeholder engagement.
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 26, 2020
Overall business volume in the equipment finance sector grew 3 percent in July to $9.1 billion, up from $8.9 billion in June, reports the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25).
ENR Construction
AUGUST 26, 2020
Data from tech tools such as Procore, Smartvid.io and others are helping firms understand what's going on in state economies and work through the new restrictions. Some are even thriving.
PC Construction
AUGUST 26, 2020
The Atlanta Water Supply Program project includes two pumping station facilities – the Hemphill Pump Station and the Quarry Pump Station, both of which were designed and constructed with a focus on sustainability and LEED. The post Atlanta Water Supply Program Facilities Achieve LEED Ratings first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.
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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!
Building Information Management
AUGUST 26, 2020
Peter Cholakis. Senior Vice President at Four BT, LLC. Best value construction metrics involve continuous assessment of team performance and improvement. Key areas monitored include the level of collaboration, timeline, costs and cost comparisons, specifications, satisfaction, and quality. Best value construction requires the integration of planning, procurement, and project delivery people, processes, information, and technology.
CivilJungle
AUGUST 26, 2020
What Is Self Compact Concrete? Making concrete structures without vibration has been done in the past. For example, the placement of concrete under-water is done by the use of tremie without vibration.
Pro Builder
AUGUST 26, 2020
Housing Continues to Withstand the Pandemic. mbeirne. Wed, 08/26/2020 - 10:25. While the pandemic has hammered retail, hospitality, restaurants, and many other sectors of the economy, the housing market continues to surge, according to the national Case-Shiller Home Price Index. The national Case-Shiller Home Price Index rose 4.4% year-over-year in June.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
AUGUST 26, 2020
Construction employment decreased from June to July in 26 states and the District of Columbia as earlier widespread job gains gave way to more project cancellations, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government employment data. Association officials said construction employment is likely to continue falling in many parts of the country without new federal recovery measures, including liability reform and new infrastructure funding.
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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!
Pro Builder
AUGUST 26, 2020
Lighting and the 55+ Buyer. mbeirne. Wed, 08/26/2020 - 10:29. Want to help a 55+ home buyer find their black pants amid a closet full of navy blue outfits? “This is where thoughtful lighting comes into play. I don’t mean merely adding a ton of recessed can lights that are too bright, harsh, and unflattering to the people they serve. Let’s instead consider ambient, layered, accent, and way-finding lighting,” says Deryl Patterson, president of Housing Design Matters. .
CivilJungle
AUGUST 26, 2020
What to Look While Buying Best Door Locks for Your Next Home. All of us have a place to live in, which we call ‘our home.’ It’s our valuable asset and we want it to be the most secure place. But let us just agree, we don’t actually consider a lot of things before installing a security system in our houses. Though this concept doesn’t get all the attention it requires, it still remains to be among the most vital ones.
Pro Builder
AUGUST 26, 2020
Disasters Plus Coronavirus Complicate Recovery. mbeirne. Wed, 08/26/2020 - 10:35. Wildfires and hurricanes exert emotional and financial hardship on their own, but combining those natural disasters with a pandemic can further complicate recovery and the availability of shelter for victims. "I've never seen anything like this," says Randall Bell, CEO of Landmark Research Group, which analyzes real estate after cataclysmic events.
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