Fri.Jan 12, 2018

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Ram Truck Manufacturing Coming Home to Michigan

Construction Equipment

Fiat Chrysler announced Thursday it will move production of its Ram heavy-duty trucks to its plant in Warren, Michigan. In doing so, the plant will add 2,500 new jobs. Currently, the Ram is built in Saltillo, Mexico. FCA said it does not plan to shutter the Mexico plant but hasn't said what plans it may have for the facility. The move is in part a result of what FCA CEO Sergio Marchionne calls an "improvement in the U.S. business environment," referring to the new tax laws.

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Beware of JOC Cooperatives that Require Low Bid Acceptance

Job Order Contracting

Beware of JOC Cooperatives that Require Low Bid Acceptance… seek our BEST VALUE JOB ORDER CONTRACTING SOLUTIONS. In today’s world, it’s more important than ever to research the facts. If you are a public sector facilities manager look for a best-in-class Job Order Contract, and perhaps considering starting off with a JOC Cooperative, make certain that the program is based upon BEST VALUE procurement, as well as other core Job Order Contract principles.

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VIDEO: SILCOR® 900HA application process

GCP Applied Technologies

VIDEO: SILCOR® 900HA application process. Phillip.fry@gc…. Fri, 01/12/2018 - 16:08. GCP Applied Technologies. January 12, 2018. Play. SILCOR® 900HA application process after proper surface preparation. . "Question on a project? Design Advantage experts provide technical consultation throughout project design and construction. We'll work closely with your team to get everybody on the same page, from specification to installation.". - learn more >.

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‘Kit of parts’ anchors university’s remake

BD+C

Last summer, the 6,450-sf La Carreta pavilion and a new 183,000-sf library opened on the Monterrey, Mexico, campus of Tecnológico de Monterrey, that country’s largest university system.

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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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VIDEO: SILCOR® waterproofing sports agile performance, incredible results

GCP Applied Technologies

VIDEO: SILCOR® waterproofing sports agile performance, incredible results. Phillip.fry@gc…. Fri, 01/12/2018 - 16:02. GCP Applied Technologies. January 12, 2018. Play. Patricio Andrade of Andr Services Group describes how the properties of SILCOR® liquid waterproofing support agile performance and results. . "Question on a project? Design Advantage experts provide technical consultation throughout project design and construction.

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VIDEO: SILCOR® waterproofing has an industry-backed reputation

GCP Applied Technologies

VIDEO: SILCOR® waterproofing has an industry-backed reputation. Phillip.fry@gc…. Fri, 01/12/2018 - 16:13. GCP Applied Technologies. January 12, 2018. Play. SILCOR ® liquid waterproofing has industry backing, comments from Joe Schenone of Maspeth Roofing. . "Question on a project? Design Advantage experts provide technical consultation throughout project design and construction.

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December material prices edge down, up 5% for 2017

Construction Dive

Material price inflation largely was kept at bay in December, but the Associated Builders and Contractors said increases are likely in 2018.

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Tips for Avoiding Air Barrier Installation Issues

GCP Applied Technologies

Tips for Avoiding Air Barrier Installation Issues. Phillip.fry@gc…. Fri, 01/12/2018 - 08:57. GCP Applied Technologies. January 12, 2018. Proper air barrier installation. So you’ve selected the ideal air barrier for your building project. Now what? Proper installation is critical to achieving the benefits of a continuous air barrier. As with many construction tasks, getting the details right is the key to a successful outcome.

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Tom Reber Of The Contractor Fight Part 2 Of 2

Contractor Bookkeeping

Today's Guest Article Is From Tom Reber Of The Contractor Fight. --. Trying Something New Part 2 Of 2. Get A Picture The second approach I recommend is having them send you a picture.

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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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VIDEO: SILCOR® waterproofing solves complex challenges

GCP Applied Technologies

VIDEO: SILCOR® waterproofing solves complex challenges. Phillip.fry@gc…. Fri, 01/12/2018 - 15:59. GCP Applied Technologies. January 12, 2018. Play. Joe Schenone of Maspeth Roofing discusses solving complex challenges with SILCOR® liquid waterproofing. . "Question on a project? Design Advantage experts provide technical consultation throughout project design and construction.

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Bertha Tunnel May Open Sooner: Video

Construction Equipment

The tunnel that Bertha built is scheduled to open to Seattle drivers this fall, possibly on October 25, based on an updated schedule from contractor STP. The new opening is sooner than originally estimated by STP, but the project as a whole is about three years behind due to cost overruns, Bertha the Tunnel Boring Machine's breakdowns, giant sinkholes, lawsuits, and political wrangling.

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VIDEO: SILCOR® waterproofing includes service-based solutions

GCP Applied Technologies

VIDEO: SILCOR® waterproofing includes service-based solutions. Phillip.fry@gc…. Fri, 01/12/2018 - 16:09. GCP Applied Technologies. January 12, 2018. Play. Patricio Andrade of Andr Services Group discusses the technical support received from GCP Applied Technologies. . "Question on a project? Design Advantage experts provide technical consultation throughout project design and construction.

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Bipartisan congressional caucus introduces infrastructure guidelines

Construction Dive

In its report, the group said the quality of U.S. infrastructure has lagged other countries and faces a potential $2 trillion gap by 2025.

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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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VIDEO: SILCOR® waterproofing comes with renowned service, remarkable performance

GCP Applied Technologies

VIDEO: SILCOR® waterproofing comes with renowned service, remarkable performance. Phillip.fry@gc…. Fri, 01/12/2018 - 16:10. GCP Applied Technologies. January 12, 2018. Play. Mark Eksuzian of ABN Realty, LLC, talks about his experience with GCP Applied Technologies providing renowned service and performance. . "Question on a project? Design Advantage experts provide technical consultation throughout project design and construction.

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Arlington County, Va., earns first LEED for Communities Platinum Certification

BD+C

Arlington County, Va., is the first community to achieve Platinum level under the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) newly created LEED for Communities program.

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Cat Consolidiates in Milwaukee and Makes Deerfield Official

Construction Equipment

The Journal Sentinel reports Caterpillar is consolidating and closing down all operations on the south side of Rawson Avenue and moving them across the avenue to the Caterpillar-owned campus by the end of this year.

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CT governor shelves more than $4B in infrastructure projects

Construction Dive

Gov. Dannel Malloy said he made the decision amid concerns surrounding the solvency of the state's Special Transportation Fund.

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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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Video: Ahead of Schedule (sort of) and Ready for Demo

Construction Equipment

The tunnel that Bertha built is scheduled to open to Seattle drivers this fall, possibly on October 25, based on an updated schedule from contractor STP. The new opening is sooner than the originally estimated by STP, but the project as a whole is about three years behind due to cost overruns, Bertha the Tunnel Boring Machine's breakdowns, giant sinkholes, lawsuits, and political wrangling.

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Relationships, associations, and competition: What happens when the story changes?

Construction Marketing Ideas

I’m researching a challenging Canadian story relating to shifting alliances in the specialized standardized specifications business. In some respects, the details are so arcane an outsider to the specifications community would find the whole issue to be beyond comprehension. Yet there are some incredibly important marketing and competitive challenges here.

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Cat Consolidiates in Milwaukee, Makes Deerfield Official

Construction Equipment

The Journal Sentinel reports Caterpillar is consolidating and closing down all operations on the south side of Milwaukee's Rawson Avenue and moving them across the avenue to the Caterpillar-owned campus by the end of this year.

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Amazon could be leaning toward Boston for new HQ2

Construction Dive

The company's leasing efforts in the seaport city mimic the first phase of its HQ2 plan.

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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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Construction input prices inch down in December, Up YOY despite low inflation

BD+C

Overall construction input prices declined 0.1% in December, yet despite the lack of inflation for the month, prices are up 5% on a year-over-year basis, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics data released today. Nonresidential construction materials prices also declined 0.1% for the month and are up 4.8% from the same time one year ago. .

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How to survive the boom economy of 2018

Contractor Magazine

Sometimes it good to reflect, to take stock of the past year, and contemplate just where we are, what we did that worked, what didn’t and what we can do to make this year better.

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Project Update: Blue Plains AWWTP TDPS & ECF

PC Construction

The Tunnel Dewatering Pump Station and Enhanced Clarification Facility, part of DC Water’s Clean Rivers Program, has begun the final stage prior to going online: commissioning. This winter, the PC Construction team will reach two.

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A day in the life of a manufacturers’ rep (Part 1)

Contractor Magazine

As this year begins, I’ve decided to take some time out of my normally busy schedule and do some ride-alongs with some of the many segments of the hydronic heating industry.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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ELK Group International To Create 100 Jobs In Georgia

Business Facilities

The company’s new 510,000-square-foot Rabun Gap distribution center is its second in Georgia. - Read: ELK Group International To Create 100 Jobs In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Economy is improving as Millennials lead

Contractor Magazine

The Millennials are coming along with the recovery. The economy is dramatically better than it has been through the interminably slow recovery following the recession.

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Simplify the rectangular & continuous footing design with StruCalc

Construction Cost Estimating

StruCalc’s footing design module is very useful to create the design of square, rectangular and/or continuous footings. The footing module can be used to meet size and reinforcement requirements for any concrete footing loaded with pure vertical load. Once a footing type is set, StruCalc will then require what is providing the load; it signifies that the type of column is set for the square or rectangular footing, or the stemwall type for the continuous footing.

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