Mon.Aug 02, 2021

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The Importance of Electric Supply on Construction Sites

The Constructor

Electricity is a crucial resource when it comes to construction work.

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Memphis Takes Logistics Crown, NYC Tops In Fintech

Business Facilities

Memphis, TN tops the list of Logistics Leaders, New York City leads the new Fintech ranking in Business Facilities' 2021 Metro Rankings Report. - Read: Memphis Takes Logistics Crown, NYC Tops In Fintech at BusinessFacilities.com.

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AT&T Discovery District is Dallas’ newest mixed-use destination

BD+C

AT&T Discovery District, the transformation of AT&T’s global headquarters into an immersive, mixed-use destination, has completed after five years in the making in downtown Dallas. The project is a redevelopment of a corporate campus that allows for new growth in the city’s core.

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Senate Begins Voting on Infrastructure Bill Amendments

ENR Construction

After detailed text of bipartisan group's 2,700-page bill is released, construction and engineering groups are eagerly delving through what is by far the most important infrastructure legislation in years.

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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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A new venue for the San Diego Symphony’s outdoor performances opens this week

BD+C

This weekend, after a 13-month COVID related delay, the Rady Shell at Jacobs Park , developed and managed by the San Diego Symphony, officially opens on 3.7 acres of the city’s downtown Embarcadero district.

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How school architecture design addresses food insecurity on campus

BD+C

Food is a basic human right and a source of comfort to many. Unfortunately, many students don’t have access to this vital resource. More than 13 million children in the United States experience food insecurity, and this has a significant impact on their academic success.

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Infrastructure Bill Moves to Senate Floor

ENR Construction

After detailed text of bipartisan group's 2,700-page bill is released, construction and engineering groups are eagerly delving through what is by far the most important infrastructure legislation in years.

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First-of-its-kind fulfillment center uses autonomous robotics to gather, pack, and load orders

BD+C

The new Kroger Ocado Customer Fulfillment Center (CFC) has opened in Groveland, Fla. The 338,000-sf automated warehouse is the first of its kind in the United States. In partnership with United Kingdom-based online retailer Ocado solutions, the center will feature autonomous mini fridge-sized robotics that will work alongside team members to gather, pack, and load online orders made by Kroger customers. .

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AECOM-EllisDon Push $7.2B Alberta High Speed Rail Proposal

ENR Construction

Plan for Canada's first high-speed rail line has government MOU and aims for investor-only funding, but an estimated $19B hyperloop system also is proposed to link Calgary and Edmonton.

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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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Several U.S. cities among most expensive places to build in the world

BD+C

Several U.S. cities rank in the top 10 most expensive urban areas for building construction worldwide, according to a survey by global professional services company Turner & Townsend.

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AECOM, EllisDon Push $7.2B Investor-Funded High Speed Rail Proposal

ENR Construction

Line, set to link Calgary and Edmonton and be Canada's first HSR, has Alberta agreement but also faces estimated $19B hyperloop system proposal.

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Digital Builder Ep 17: 3 Key Takeaways on Collaboration Best Practices in Construction

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In the AEC industry, it’s not uncommon to have several different companies — sometimes 20 or more — working on the same project. Dozens of people, each with their own priorities and agendas, are involved in decision-making. Because of this, working together can get complicated — even heated, in some cases. . That’s why communication and collaboration are crucial in AEC.

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Former LIUNA Official Convicted of Health Care Fraud

ENR Construction

Roderick Marvin Bennett illegally placed his girlfriend on the health care plan provided for employees of LIUNA, according to the conviction.

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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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Treehouses to Challenge the Imagination

Natural Building

Natural State Treehouses , based in Fayetteville, Arkansas has never been busier, according to owner Josh Hart. Over the last year and a half they have built an off-the-grid treehouse home; a deck 13 feet off the ground with a hot tub, fireplace and sauna; a traditional log cabin; and all manner of backyard treehouses and freestanding play structures.

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Nonresidential construction spending falls again in June

BD+C

Demand for different types of construction continued to diverge in June as residential construction increased for the month and the year while nonresidential construction spending fell again, according to a new analysis of federal construction spending data the Associated General Contractors of America released today. Officials noted the nonresidential declines include a steep drop in spending on highway and street projects and urged Congress to quickly pass a new, bipartisan infrastructure meas

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Arizona Appeals Court Says Builder Cannot Waive State's Implied Warranties

Pro Builder

Arizona Appeals Court Says Builder Cannot Waive State's Implied Warranties. cbroderick. Mon, 08/02/2021 - 09:54. When a new Arizona homeowner discovered construction defects in her newly built home—popped nails, flaws in the soil preparation, grading, and drainage—she took the builder to court. But the trial court tossed her case out, citing the contract that included waiving a workmanship and habitability warranty.

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Judge Rejects Skanska Objections to Lane Lawsuit Over I-4 Project JV

ENR Construction

Florida highway job partner claims Skanska failed to protect joint-venture team's financial interests

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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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Prospective Buyers Continue to Turn Active Despite Competitive Market

Pro Builder

Prospective Buyers Continue to Turn Active Despite Competitive Market. cbroderick. Mon, 08/02/2021 - 09:57. The share of prospective buyers turned active buyers has continually increased for the past six quarters, and the second quarter of 2021 was no different. Of the American adults surveyed by the National Association of Home Builders, 17% said they were considering a home purchase in the future, and now 61% of those buyers have begun actively searching for a home.

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Former Laborers' Union Chief of Staff Convicted of Health Care Fraud

ENR Construction

Roderick M. Bennett illegally placed his girlfriend on the union health care plan, according to federal jury conviction.

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What Saw Mills Experienced During Lumber Price Spikes and Why

Pro Builder

What Saw Mills Experienced During Lumber Price Spikes and Why. cbroderick. Mon, 08/02/2021 - 10:02. Remodeling, DIY, and home building demand pushed lumber prices to new heights this past year, and it might make sense to believe lumber mills greatly benefitted, but is that the case? Housing, timber, and raw material reporter Ryan Dezember from the Wall Street Journal tells Georgia Public Broadcasting no.

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Sandy Hook Memorial Construction Starts This Month

ENR Construction

Construction on a permanent memorial for the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School is scheduled to start this month.

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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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Flo by Moen Smart Water Security System

Pro Builder

Flo by Moen Smart Water Security System. kcichowicz. Mon, 08/02/2021 - 10:48. Flo by Moen™ is a revolutionary smart home water security system that features a suite of products to protect your home from water damage and leaks, 24/7. The Smart Water Shutoff monitors your entire water supply system for leaks and vulnerabilities, while the Smart Water Detector senses leaks and moisture outside of the pipes, such as overflowing drains, appliance failures, or weather-related issues.

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World's Highest Railroad Arch Crossing Takes Shape in Himalayas

ENR Construction

Remote site, political tensions and pandemic all added to delays in construction.

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Federal Reserve Bank Leaders Express Worries About Housing Market

Pro Builder

Federal Reserve Bank Leaders Express Worries About Housing Market. cbroderick. Mon, 08/02/2021 - 09:49. The Federal Reserve has been closely watching the housing market and some are more nervous than others about the bank’s role in bond purchases and housing's financial stability. President of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis told reporters he is “nervous” about an “incipient housing bubble,” citing anecdotal reports and data, reports the New York Times.

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Miller Electric Co. Named 2021 Southeast Specialty Contractor of the Year

ENR Construction

The Jacksonville, Fla.-based contractor reported $318 million in 2020 Southeast revenue.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

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!

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Judge Rejects Skanska’s Objections to Lane Lawsuit Over I-4 Ultimate Project

ENR Construction

Lane's lawsuit alleges that Skanska failed to protect the interests of the project's joint-venture partners.

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Sandy Hook Memorial Construction Starts in August

ENR Construction

The $3.