Civiconcepts
JUNE 3, 2021
What Is Slab? The slab is an important structural element that is constructed to create horizontal or flat surfaces such as roofs, floors, decks, and ceilings. A slab has generally … Difference Between One Way Slab and Two Way Slab | What Is Slab | What Is a One Way Slab | What Is a Two Way Slab Read More ».
BD+C
JUNE 3, 2021
As humans, we need to connect with each other – and not merely on a screen. While remote work has offered a variety of benefits, we are seeing strong indicators that people want to get back to the office – as long as it feels safe and there is no loss of newfound flexibility.
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ENR Construction
JUNE 3, 2021
The reforms, which will require power plants to prepare for extreme weather conditions, were passed in response to widespread power outages in February.
BD+C
JUNE 3, 2021
In this exclusive video interview for HorizonTV, Fred Pierce, CEO of Pierce Education Properties , developer and manager of off-campus student residences, chats with Rob Cassidy, Editor, MULTIFAMILY Design + Construction about student housing during the pandemic and what to expect for on-campus and off-campus housing in Fall 2021 and into 2022.
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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.
Business Facilities
JUNE 3, 2021
The video retailer will create approximately 360 new jobs with an expansion of its Florence County, SC fulfillment center. . - Read: QVC Investing $27.5M In South Carolina Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.
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Civil Engi
JUNE 3, 2021
The demand for our over-exhausted highway system is increasing day by day. Traffic is growl, drivers are growling. The Automated Highway System program walked up in reaction to the instruction of the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA) to “develop an automated highway and vehicle prototype from which future fully automated intelligent vehicle-highway systems can be developed,” will provide the vision and technology to make the highway driving efficient, safe, and for
ENR Construction
JUNE 3, 2021
It’s clear that construction costs more in 2021 than it did in 2020. And if you’re using outdated construction costs for your estimates, even costs from a few months ago, you could end up with overruns in budgets that are already airtight. See how our RSMeans data is keeping pace with the industry.
Business Facilities
JUNE 3, 2021
Businesses are choosing Michigan for our diverse and abundant workforce, business-friendly environment, low cost of living and global supply chain assets. - Read: BF Location Video: Why Michigan? – Discover Pure Opportunity at BusinessFacilities.com.
ENR Construction
JUNE 3, 2021
Oakland, Calif.-based executives pleaded guilty May 27 in federal court to conspiracy fraud charge.
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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.
Work Gearz
JUNE 3, 2021
Do you use shampoo for your face? Or. Do you apply face cream on your hair instead of hair cream? You don’t, right? So, how can you apply leather polish on suede boots? This is not right! Leather fibers and suede fibers are differently built. Suede is the innermost layer of animal skin that is usually very soft. Therefore, suede is more sensitive and delicate than leather.
ENR Construction
JUNE 3, 2021
Builders, contractors and distributors ponder what’s behind shocking price increases.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JUNE 3, 2021
Nonresidential construction spending in April declined for the fifth-straight month to a two-year low as demand waned for numerous public and private project categories in the face of lengthening production and delivery times for materials, along with fast-rising prices for many items, according to an analysis of new federal construction spending data by the Associated General Contractors of America.
BD+C
JUNE 3, 2021
The BASE (Business, Arts, Sports, and Entertainment), a new $32 million multipurpose facility, recently opened at the Extraco Events Center in Waco, Texas. Populous designed the project with the goal of bringing more business and tourism to Waco in the form of sports tournaments, concerts, meetings, trade shows, and community events.
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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?
Pro Builder
JUNE 3, 2021
Does Your Market Make the List of Best Cities for First-Time Buyers? cbroderick. Thu, 06/03/2021 - 09:52. According to the National Association of Realtors, the share of first-time buyers today has decreased about 10% during the last decade. Historically, first-time buyers make up 40% of all U.S. buyers, but the share has dropped to 31% in 2019. Economists say it’s likely due to hurdles such as rising home prices and tight inventory.
ENR Construction
JUNE 3, 2021
Builders, contractors and distributors ponder what’s behind shocking price increases.
Pro Builder
JUNE 3, 2021
Unprecedented Economy Rebound Even Stumps Economists. cbroderick. Thu, 06/03/2021 - 09:57. The U.S. economy’s rebound has proved to be confusing, to say the least. High unemployment meets businesses unable to find workers, prices are up for some good but others remain stable, supply chain issues affect builders, automakers, and more. The New York Times says indicators for economic improvement are giving off contrasting signs, though policymakers believe the confusion will soon end.
ENR Construction
JUNE 3, 2021
Conventional wisdom says that construction material prices increase slightly year-over-year. The thinking goes that, as long as supply chains aren’t interrupted, material prices will roughly match the rise of cost-of-living and inflation rates.
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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.
Pro Builder
JUNE 3, 2021
SoftBank-Backed Construction Technology Startup Katerra Set to Close. cbroderick. Thu, 06/03/2021 - 10:13. Katerra entered the industry with a hefty goal: to revolutionize the $12 trillion global construction industry. Founded in 2015, the company received $1 billion in funding from SoftBank and was once valued at $4 billion, according to TheRealDeal.
BD+C
JUNE 3, 2021
Transforming older commercial buildings for residential use can be a fairly straightforward endeavor.
Civiconcepts
JUNE 3, 2021
The beauty of DIY skills is that you will continually design, create and repurpose anything in your home. Are you planning to build a 10×12 backyard shed? If you are … What Skills Do I Need To Build A 10×12 Backyard Shed? Read More ».
ENR Construction
JUNE 3, 2021
Worker, whose identity and jobsite role were not disclosed, died on the State Route 520 Montlake Phase project after being pinned between a semi-truck flatbed and an 11,000-lb steel beam.
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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!
Pro Builder
JUNE 3, 2021
Wildfires are Only Worsening—It May Be Time for New Construction Methods. cbroderick. Thu, 06/03/2021 - 09:46. As bushes and trees nearby turned to ash, one California resident’s home remained untouched by the Valley Fire of 2015. How? Its composition of steel and concrete. As wildfires progress and become more regular, questions of more durable, fire-resistant home construction are popping up, says TIME.
ENR Construction
JUNE 3, 2021
Just 10 minutes south of the Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida, stands a sandy-colored building with oak trees in its parking lot that serves as office of Nelson Engineering Co.
Pro Builder
JUNE 3, 2021
Single-Family Builders Report Material Costs Are Up 26% on Average. cbroderick. Thu, 06/03/2021 - 09:50. A recent survey of home builders found that on average, building material costs have increased 26.1% during the past year. The National Association of Home Builders’ NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index results found 28% of builders say prices have increased between 20% and 29.99%, though 37% reported material price increases above 30% during the past 12 months.
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