How Specialty Contractors Can Make Sense of Real-Time Construction Analytics
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 5, 2021
How specialty contractors use real-time construction data and analytics to improve profitability and productivity in 2021.
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Protecting Your Business & Recovering From a Major Loss
Construction Business Owner
APRIL 5, 2021
Protecting Your Business & Recovering From a Major Loss. Alex Headley. Mon, 04/05/2021 - 07:30. The still-evolving circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic paired with construction’s already demanding work environment has the industry operating at the height of caution and risk management. Much of the more recent workplace safety risks have been centered on employees, with unprecedented safety measures being put in place on the jobsite and renewed efforts to monitor and mitigate health risks and e
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Delhi Noida International Airport set to be India’s Greenest Airport
The Constructor
APRIL 5, 2021
India is all set to begin the construction of its greenest airport on the outskirts of Greater Noida in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The Delhi Noida.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Creating 150 High Tech Jobs In Ireland
Business Facilities
APRIL 5, 2021
Building on its long term commitment to the country, new jobs will be in the fields of R&D, cyber security, software development and cloud consulting. - Read: Hewlett Packard Enterprise Creating 150 High Tech Jobs In Ireland at BusinessFacilities.com.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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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.
Innovation One completes at University Research Park in Madison, Wis.
BD+C
APRIL 5, 2021
University Research Park (URP) recently partnered with Valerio Dewalt Train (VDT) to produce a master plan meant to enliven and densify the office park’s existing facilities. A master plan was created with the intention of carving a new road from a bordering main artery street and adding below-grade parking to leave the ground level open for public space and amenities accessible by foot.
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Edmonton, Alberta: On The Short List For Global Players
Business Facilities
APRIL 5, 2021
The Edmonton Metro region is an innovative hub of emerging growth sectors with a diverse and talented population creating opportunities for investment right now.?. - Read: Edmonton, Alberta: On The Short List For Global Players at BusinessFacilities.com.
Predicting condensation performance of custom-designed curtain wall
Construction Specifier
APRIL 5, 2021
Photo courtesy Wasco. by Steven Saffell. Condensation on glazed areas of building envelopes may seem innocuous—at worst an annoying interference with outdoor views due to glass fogging. However, in addition to being unsightly, it can be unsanitary and over long periods of time, damage adjacent building materials through staining, mold growth, or rot that can lead to costly remediation and even lawsuits over alleged toxic reactions.
If Home Prices and Inventory Weren’t Enough, Buyers Now Struggle to Get Mortgages
Pro Builder
APRIL 5, 2021
If Home Prices and Inventory Weren’t Enough, Buyers Now Struggle to Get Mortgages. cbroderick. Mon, 04/05/2021 - 08:49. Mortgage credit availability has reached near its lowest level since 2014, adding another hurdle for prospective buyers on top of low inventory and rising home prices. While there are a large number of home loans handed out, borrowers without prime credit histories and large down payments are excluded.
Sany Dev. Hydrogen Fuel Trucks
Construction Equipment
APRIL 5, 2021
China-based construction company, Sany, is developing hydrogen fuel cell construction vehicles; two recent examples include a dump truck and a mixer truck, freshly rolled out of Sany’s intelligent flagship factory, according to Green Car Congress.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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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 Unions Protest Amazon Projects in Massachusetts
ENR Construction
APRIL 5, 2021
Amazon faces rising opposition from trade unions and other critics as it forges ahead with plans to build a series of giant logistics centers across Massachusetts.
Cat Tandem and Combination Utility Compactors
Construction Equipment
APRIL 5, 2021
Caterpillar has introduced 10 new tandem and combination utility compactors. The new line includes the following weight-based model nomenclature changes: The Cat CB2.5 and CB2.5 GC replace the CB22B CB2.7 and CB2.7 GC replace the CB24B CC2.7 and CC2.7 GC replace the CC24B CB2.
Plumbers Saving the Health of Texans
Contractor Magazine
APRIL 5, 2021
Volunteers left their businesses and journeyed to Texas to restore running water to the elderly and under-resourced, disabled and uninsured residents.
Caterpillar 816 Landfill Compactor
Construction Equipment
APRIL 5, 2021
The Cat 816 landfill compactor features improved guarding and structure engineering, a new grouping of service points, and an updated cab design. Alleviating potential damage, new frame deflectors divert trash away from the frame and hood enclosure.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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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?
FXCollaborative selected to create new lobby, amenity space for 3 Times Square
BD+C
APRIL 5, 2021
The Rudin Family has launched a multi-million dollar building-wide capital improvement program for 3 Times Square that will transform and reposition the Midtown office tower into a 21st-century workplace destination. As part of the capital improvement program, Rudin engaged FXCollaborative to create a new, glass-walled triple-height lobby. The ground floor exterior will feature a sculptural facade screen designed to diffuse the light of Times Square.
M55PE, 185 cfm compressor: Packed with features, built for durability
Construction Equipment
APRIL 5, 2021
Explore Kaeser's popular, 185 cfm M55PE Mobilair™ compressor in this new video. This unit is packed with features that increase reliability and safety while reducing downtime.
More Than 100,000 Construction Workers Were Hired in March
Pro Builder
APRIL 5, 2021
More Than 100,000 Construction Workers Were Hired in March. cbroderick. Mon, 04/05/2021 - 08:57. The construction industry welcomed 110,100 new workers in March alone as the country’s unemployment rate dropped to 6%. Overall, total payroll employment increased by 916,000 in March. The National Association of Home Builders says this improvement can be attributed to more states easing restrictions and increased vaccinations.
Link Mfg. Building High-Tech Manufacturing, Training Facility In Iowa
Business Facilities
APRIL 5, 2021
Link's 50,000-square-foot expansion project sets the stage for continued growth in Sioux Center, IA and will help the company accommodate a new, broader product line. - Read: Link Mfg. Building High-Tech Manufacturing, Training Facility In Iowa at BusinessFacilities.com.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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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.
Virginia Children’s Hospital Built For Durability, Safety, Serenity
ENR Construction
APRIL 5, 2021
Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters is erecting a behavioral and mental health facility that allows patients to safely “act out in place.
Stok Leaders Take New Roles to Ensure Strategic Future Growth
Stok
APRIL 5, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO (April 6, 2021) – Stok, a provider of sustainability and high-performance building services, announces the appointment of Jacob Arlein as Chief Executive Officer. Stok Founder and Managing Member Matt Macko will move to Chief Strategy Officer. The moves support the company’s plans for continued expansion and commitment to helping clients maximize the positive impact of their real estate on the environment and in their communities.
New NJ Turnpike Widening Upsets Enviros as AECOM Wins $48M Study Contract
ENR Construction
APRIL 5, 2021
$1.1B project to add north-south lane to 34 miles of southern roadway is years from construction, but advocates say it contradicts NJ's clean energy push.
Specification for sliding door, lift and slide roller assemblies updated
BD+C
APRIL 5, 2021
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance ( FGIA ) released an updated version of a document pertaining to roller assemblies, with or without height adjustment features, for use in sliding doors and lift and slide doors.
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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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!
Health and Wellness Now a Top Feature for Master Planned Communities
Pro Builder
APRIL 5, 2021
Health and Wellness Now a Top Feature for Master Planned Communities. cbroderick. Mon, 04/05/2021 - 09:03. Master planned community developers now say health and wellness are more important factors than offering a “resort lifestyle,” according to a new report by John Burns Real Estate Consulting. “Resort lifestyle” topped the list for master planned community attractions for years, with only family friendliness coming in above it.
19 Different Types of Slabs in Construction | What Is a Slab
CivilJungle
APRIL 5, 2021
What Is a Slab? Slabs are structural elements manufactured from concrete constructed to produce flat surfaces, usually horizontal, in building floors, roofs, bridges. The slab is usually several inches hefty & is additionally supported by walls , by concrete beams usually cast monolithically with the slab, by steel beams , by columns, or anchored by the bottom.
This Unexpected California City Could be the Nation's Hottest
Pro Builder
APRIL 5, 2021
This Unexpected California City Could be the Nation's Hottest. cbroderick. Mon, 04/05/2021 - 09:08. A city known for ranking on lists of America’s worst places to live is now one of the country's hottest housing markets. Rents in Fresno, Calif. Increased 39% since 2017, including a 12% increase that occurred during the pandemic. It’s contradictory to rents in other highly sought out California cities such as Los Angeles and San Jose.
Boston Properties Rises to the Occasion
ENR Construction
APRIL 5, 2021
ENR MidAtlantic’s Owner of the Year strives to develop and own premier properties in the region’s top markets.
Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High
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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!
Should the Government Buy At-Risk Coastal Homes?
Pro Builder
APRIL 5, 2021
Should the Government Buy At-Risk Coastal Homes? cbroderick. Mon, 04/05/2021 - 09:12. Buying a home on the coast could mean spending millions for a picturesque ocean view, sandy beaches outside your door—and the serious risk of flooding. Over the course of a 30-year mortgage, many Americans face rising sea levels threatening the habitability of their seaside homes.
Maze Painted Nails
Pro Builder
APRIL 5, 2021
Maze Painted Nails. kcichowicz. Mon, 04/05/2021 - 08:55. Add richness, sophistication and eye-appeal to all of your building projects by using Maze pre-finished nails. And, save time by eliminating the labor intensive job of touching up nail heads! Many of the sizes and colors of our “Split-Less” ® Wood Siding Nails, Rubber Washer Nails, Stainless Steel Trim Nails and Fiber Cement Siding Nails are kept in stock - ready to ship.
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