The Constructor
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
When water is added to dry mixture, chemical reactions would occur. Water content declines as a result of chemical reactions and consequently.
FDR Safety
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
OSHA Audits can be nerve wracking, tedious, and costly for any business. Rather than being caught off guard by the findings of OSHA during one of their audits, we highly recommend that you implement Mock OSHA Audits into your regular safety program. Here are 10 benefits that you’ll discover by doing so: Identify the good parts of your safety program.
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Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
The emergence of new regulations, awareness campaigns and best practices across the United States and Canada has thrust the topic of damage prevention to the forefront of construction safety conversations. Excavation remains one of the riskiest construction activities, and a utility line is damaged every 6 minutes across the country.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
LEAN construction practices consistently deliver 90%+ of repair, renovation, and new construction projects on-time, on-budget, and to everyone’s satisfaction. LEAN Principles. Successful Methods (IPD, JOC…). JOC Operations Manual / JOC Execution Plan. Roles/Responsibilities. Documentation. Common Data Environment. Assessment & Strategy.
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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.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Allowing workers to set their own pace has advantages and drawbacks. Here are the key things you need to know to determine if this payment system is right for your company.
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BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Ten years from now, a hotel stay will be a much different experience than today. Picture this: As you approach the property entrance, you see a massive art installation illuminated by an LED light show. You walk through the door to the lobby, bypass the check-in area, and are guided to your room by your smartphone and dynamic digital signage.
The Korte Company
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
While The Korte Company has delivered thousands of jobs in 43 U.S. states and counting, we’ve become attached to working in the Northwest—and it’s not because of the weather. Instead, it’s because this dynamic region has given us opportunities to learn more about how to deliver quality buildings no matter where you are. And in the process, we’ve built some rock-solid long-term relationships.
Construction Marketing Ideas
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
This is another review in the series for entries in the 2018 Best Construction Blog competition. Voting for nominated blogs continues through March 31. Undoubtedly, the Brantley Agency’s blog is professional-quality. It should be. The agency, with offices in New York and Los Angeles, provides professional-level web design, SEO, branding and marketing services.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Transwestern released its 2017 year-end report on the national office market , which revealed that December’s 11.5% vacancy rate was the lowest reported in 10 years. . Significant net absorption in markets such as Dallas/Fort Worth; San Jose/Silicon Valley; Seattle; Northern Virginia; and Austin, Texas, contributed to this decline in vacancy, as did a deceleration in new construction starts during the fourth quarter.
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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 Dive
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Tesla-SpaceX founder may propose a version of the high-speed sled system he's sought for Los Angeles — but he's up against heavy-hitter bidders like Kiewit, Amtrak and Mott MacDonald.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Following January's alert to 2,900 owners of model-year 2006 Ford Ranger pickup trucks to stop driving their vehicles immediately, Ford has released a new statement advising an additional 33,428 2006 Ford Rangers have been added to the Do Not Drive list.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Niles' mayor is advocating for the project, which he says will help turn the town into a destination rather than a pass-through community. It's a strategy being employed by cities nationwide.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
The Big Easy is known for Mardi Gras partying and too-frequent flooding. Unfortunately, it appears that the remnants of those good times have been aggravating the city's water and sewer woes. Just this year, crews pulled 93,000 pounds of plastic carnival celebration beads from storm drains along a five-block stretch of St. Charles Avenue in downtown New Orleans.
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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?
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
This week’s gallery spotlights truck accessories: a console desk for organization of electronics while on service calls; a customizable aluminum truck service body; interior lift systems with left- or right-hand mounting configurations; a bed-mounted ladder rack system; a series of composite truck service bodies; and a line of aluminum saddle boxes and universal chests for parts and tool storage.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
The historic old Bell Labs building in Holmdel, New Jersey, is being converted into a “metroburb,” a giant, indoor “Main Street” that will house stores, a food hall, and technology company offices.
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
The U.S. geothermal heat pump (GHP) industry scored a victory for its workforce and their employers as federal legislation has been passed to extend federal tax credits for residential and commercial installations of GHPs.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Contracts to small businesses account for only 18% of the total contracts awarded, although the stated goal is 50%. In other cities, heavy fines have been levied against contractors not meeting local hiring requirements.
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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.
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Johnstone Supply, Inc. and the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) have announced a national HVAC training partnership with Johnstone University.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Tolling will likely play a bigger role in state highway funding, as the president's infrastructure plan puts more of the financing burden on states and local agencies.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Prosecutors are looking for negligence or infractions such as shortcuts during construction, using inferior building materials or failing to comply with construction regulations
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Next-generation technology services to support digital transformations will be provided at DXC’s new center in the Central Business District of New Orleans. - Read: 2017 Economic Development Deal of the Year: Silver Award at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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!
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
The International Spy Museum's sleek new building above existing structures on L'Enfant Plaza required an innovative structural design.
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
The Switzerland-based supplier to the beverage industry will invest $25 million to build a new manufacturing facility in Newnan, GA. - Read: Georgia Lands Corvaglia Group’s First U.S. Manufacturing Facility at BusinessFacilities.com.
The Korte Company
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
The Korte Company has a long history of delivering quality structures at sites across the U.S., developing key long-term relationships along the way. That’s the case in the Northwest, where we’ve amassed an impressive repertoire of jobs well done in Washington and have nearly finished a huge distribution center Portland, OR. We’re building a reputation as a go-to contractor in the northwestern U.S.
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Formwork is a concrete construction that is used as either short or permanent molds into which fresh concrete or similar kind of materials are gushed to make it harden. The different types of concrete formwork construction depend on the material and the kind of structural element. They are given various names as per the type of structural member construction like slab framework, beam framework, column framework etc. to use in beams and columns.
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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!
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Editorial Director Bob Mader talks with Brian Fenske, Director of Commercial Sales for Navein at AHR Expo 2018.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
The latest class of MidAtlantic young leaders show an impressive range of accomplishments.
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
When record-breaking cold temperatures hit and the heat goes out, mechanical contractors are out helping panic-stricken customers.
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