Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 18, 2020
Inside Current Builders' Transportation Logistics Strategy. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 08/18/2020 - 12:51. How one general contractor, Current Builders, safely and efficiently transports heavy machinery, equipment, and building materials to and from its jobsites.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 18, 2020
Special webinar to highlight how contractors can better control their data with modern software solutions like ViewpointOne and Viewpoint Analytics.
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Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 18, 2020
How Hoar Construction Built a Ship in a Bottle. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 08/18/2020 - 17:19. All projects have challenges, but the location and environmental setting of a construction site is perhaps the most influential factor in a project’s complexity. Specifically, working in tight, occupied spaces brings unique conditions that require extensive planning, communication and problem-solving from a project management standpoint.
The Constructor
AUGUST 18, 2020
The evaluation of the liquefaction potential of soils in seismic-prone region is essential for site selection, planning, and construction of.
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At the highest level, contractors understand the importance of accurately predicting and preparing for variances in costs or schedules when delivering a construction project. In fact, leaders know it is essential to the profitability, cash flow and potential viability of projects. For that reason, forward-thinking decision-makers who know that forecasting is a complex process, also realize that this is not feasible by using out-of-date systems.
Construction Junkie
AUGUST 18, 2020
via Pittsburgh Bureau of Police. Anytime you start excavating a new project site, there is always a chance to find some surprises buried within the soil. Typically, it’s not good news, like an unknown utility line or a leaky underground storage tank, but the lucky ones find some significant historical artifacts. As a crew from Franjo Construction were preparing a Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania site for a 274,823 square foot mixed-use apartment complex, one of their experienced excavator operators h
The Constructor
AUGUST 18, 2020
Cost of quality in construction is the cost incurred by the company in attaining and maintaining good quality throughout the product’s.
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The Constructor
AUGUST 18, 2020
Which kind of tile will be used for bathroom flooring and wall? The post Which kind of tile will be used for bathroom flooring and wall? appeared.
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 18, 2020
Buildots, a Tel Aviv and London-based startup that is using computer vision to modernize the construction management industry, announced that it has raised $16 million in total funding. This includes a $3 million seed round, and a $13 million Series A round.
The Constructor
AUGUST 18, 2020
What are the different career options after civil engineering? The post What are the different career options after civil engineering? appeared.
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 18, 2020
Diversified Product Development, marketer of the LineWise, LiftWise, and DesignWise brands, has broken ground on a new headquarters and production facility in Waco, Texas.
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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.
The Constructor
AUGUST 18, 2020
What is positive and negative reinforcement in reinforced concrete? The post What is positive and negative reinforcement in reinforced concrete?
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 18, 2020
United Rentals shared eight trench box safety tips to help contractors promote safe work practices in trenching and excavation operations. This guidance can help advance worker knowledge about trench hazards and safe deployment of trench boxes to support a productive work environment.
BD+C
AUGUST 18, 2020
The negative impact of the coronavirus is expected to result in nonresidential construction declining by 10% to 15% this year. That decline is also expected to lower construction costs by 2% to 5%.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 18, 2020
The trio of projects excel in most judging criteria, including design and construction quality, innovations, safety performance, community benefit and overcoming challenges.
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For specialty contractors, using a construction software platform helps to lay the technological foundation required to support future growth and improved financial performance. Through integrated back office and field capabilities, you can improve how you bid, plan, staff, run, monitor, and close out self-performing projects, all while improving operational excellence.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 18, 2020
MTM will add cutting-edge manufacturing technologies to its production lines and provide enhanced training to employees at its Huntsvillle, AL facility. . - Read: Mazda Toyota Manufacturing Investing Another $830M In Alabama at BusinessFacilities.com.
Pro Builder
AUGUST 18, 2020
2020's 10 Hottest ZIP Codes. cbroderick. Tue, 08/18/2020 - 09:56. Realtor.com has identified the hottest ZIP codes in the U.S., where homes are sometimes snatched up in mere hours. And how an area has handled the pandemic seems to have influenced buyer interest. All data was collected between April and June of this year. Realtor.com compared which ZIP codes received the most views per property and had the fewest days on the market.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 18, 2020
Your favorite attractions will have a different look this year. Hint: Star Wars troopers will be enforcing social distancing rules and Mickey will be wearing a mask. - Read: Tourism & Gaming: Adjusting To A New Normal at BusinessFacilities.com.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 18, 2020
The bodies have been trapped in the Hard Rock hotel rubble since Oct. 12, when upper-floors of the 18-story building collapsed, killing three site workers.
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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?
BD+C
AUGUST 18, 2020
The negative impact of the coronavirus is expected to result in nonresidential construction declining by 10% to 15% this year. That decline is also expected to lower construction costs by 2% to 5%.
Contractor Magazine
AUGUST 18, 2020
As Millennials and Generation Z join the trades, leveraging their unique skills can improve your business.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 18, 2020
2020 Colorado Contractor of the Year maintains a diversified portfolio—from high-end work in mountain towns to multifamily and affordable-housing projects
BD+C
AUGUST 18, 2020
Florida recently became the third state to adopt the American Concrete Institute’s latest code for repair of concrete structural elements in buildings.
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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.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 18, 2020
CDOT creates a westbound peak-period shoulder lane to relieve weekend congestion along a notorious resort-bound stretch of I-70 in the Colorado mountains.
BD+C
AUGUST 18, 2020
Architectural billings failed to show any progress during July, and business conditions continued to be soft at firms, according to a new report from the American Institute of Architects (AIA).
ENR Construction
AUGUST 18, 2020
Our safety judges noted that many firms improved not only their safety records but also their approaches to safety and their safety cultures.
Work Gearz
AUGUST 18, 2020
Are you wondering if all work boots have a steel shank? Is it a necessary feature to look for while buying a new pair of work boots? . To answer your question – No, all work boots don’t come with a steel shank inserted in it. There are various types of work boots designed for different job roles. Hence, some work boots come with steel shanks and some don’t.
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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.
CivilJungle
AUGUST 18, 2020
Introduction of Cement. Cement is one of the mos t important engineering construction materials. It is widely used in the construction of various Structures. It is the key ingredient of the concrete. Concrete is made by mixing sand, aggregate, and cement along with water in the fixed proportion. The Strength of the Concrete is mainly achieved by the Cemen t.
Natural Building
AUGUST 18, 2020
Marlena and Eugene built their homestead in Blanco, Texas using salvaged windows, doors, wood flooring, tile, a bathtub, a lot of plywood, and some lumber. After over a decade of building, they now have a completely off-grid home, workshop, garden, and rental cabin. They bought all six of their 500- to 700-gallon rainwater barrels for a few hundred dollars each.
BD+C
AUGUST 18, 2020
1. New Sydney towers will have the world’s first AI-driven facade system (BD+C). "The project will comprise approximately 1.6 million sf of office and retail space and be one of the most sustainable commercial developments in Australia, powered by 100% renewable energy, with workplace environments that integrate nature and a range of amenities.".
Pro Builder
AUGUST 18, 2020
Homebuyer Interest in Rural Areas Pushes Prices Up 11%. cbroderick. Tue, 08/18/2020 - 09:33. Rural and suburban neighborhoods garnered more interest than urban areas in July, and it has heavily influenced median home prices. For rural homes, Redfin reports a 11.3% year-over-year median sale price increase. Since April, rural areas have experienced higher price growth compared to their more densely populated counterparts.
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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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