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Small details make a big difference in door hardware

Construction Specifier

Photo © BigStockPhoto.com. by Jacob Wexler. Sustainability for the author, a door hardware professional, means specifying and correctly installing high-quality products on door openings that will not be damaged during occupancy and do not require extensive maintenance. In short, sustainability in an opening means the specified hardware will last for years.

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A Case Study Approach to Considering a Common Data Environment

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Why choosing the right CDE is important and a real-world example of one contractor's journey.

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Pumping Stations in a Water Distribution System

The Constructor

A pumping station is used in a water distribution system for efficient and reliable transportation and dissemination of water from one site to.

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[VIDEO] 3D Paving Drives Racetrack Const.

Construction Equipment

Caterpillar AP1055D and AP1055E asphalt pavers laid down the mix for new concrete pavement at the National Corvette Museum NCM Motorsports Park in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The location is a test track for Corvettes, with the Corvette museum and General Motor factory less than a mile away.

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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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How to Prevent Plaster Defects During the Construction Stage?

The Constructor

Plaster defects can be easily avoided in the construction stage if the necessary precautions are taken at the right time. The preventive measures.

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These Tradeswomen Are Working to Diversify the Construction Industry

Pro Builder

These Tradeswomen Are Working to Diversify the Construction Industry. cbroderick. Wed, 09/16/2020 - 09:11. Women make up 10.3% of the construction industry workforce and it has remained around that level for the past 18 years, according to NAHB. Only 3% of women in the industry work directly in the skilled trades as well, which is why NAHB’s Professional Women in Building Council is focused on inspiring more women to consider building trades.

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New Foster + Partners-designed hospital begins construction in Cairo

BD+C

The Magdi Yacoub Heart Centre Cairo has begun construction. The project marks the newest outpost of the Aswan Heart Centre founded by Egyptian surgeon Sir Magdi Yacoub and provides free treatment for the people of Egypt and those in sub-Saharan Africa. The 300-bed hospital has views of the Pyramids of Giza and is set within a verdant landscape with a lake and seeks to optimize the overall patient experience and decrease recovery times.

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Finance Industry Grows for 10th Year; Then Covid

Construction Equipment

The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association, while recognizing the recent effects of the coronavirus pandemic, reported growth in new business for 2019 of 10.5 percent, the 10th consecutive year that “businesses increased their spending on capital equipment,” it said.

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6 must reads for the AEC industry today: September 16, 2020

BD+C

1. REI sells new, unused HQ to Facebook (BD+C) . "The facility, which focused on blending inside space with outdoors space, featured courtyards, bridges, open park space, large operable windows and garage doors, and reclaimed wood all meant to promote a healthy lifestyle for employees.".

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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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Event Recordings Lead to Coaching Opportunities

Construction Equipment

Lytx MV+AI-powered DriveCam Event Recorders processed more than 15 million driving events this summer. The company says it coached its clients for 3 million risky driving events as a result.

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8 (more) noteworthy multifamily projects to debut in 2020

BD+C

. 1. MODULAR CONSTRUCTION SAVES COSTS ON 72-unit affordable housing community in Portland, Ore.

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Diversity & Inclusion at PC

PC Construction

In June, I made a commitment to spearhead change at PC. We continue to see tremendous unrest in our country with the tragic loss of lives, morality, and the basic commitment to treating everyone fairly. The post Diversity & Inclusion at PC first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.

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App Connects Skilled Labor to Projects

Construction Equipment

As a general contractor for 10 years, Joshua Engelbrecht experienced first hand the skilled labor problem that plagues the construction industry.

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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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Maryland Will Press On With Purple Line Despite Short, Long-Term Uncertainties

ENR Construction

State will deliver the much disputed and disrupted project "efficiently," its transit chief promised municipal officials on Sept. 15, citing interest by other contractors.

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July Single-Family Permits See Year-Over-Year Increase

Pro Builder

July Single-Family Permits See Year-Over-Year Increase. cbroderick. Wed, 09/16/2020 - 09:23. There were more single-family permits issued in July this year than last year, with a year-over-year increase of 5.8%. In July 2019, there were 496,726 single-family permits issued nationwide. In July of this year, that number hit 525,623, according to NAHB.

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Salt Lake Airport Opens New Regionally Themed Terminal

ENR Construction

Despite an earthquake, a pandemic and design changes, the first phase of Salt Lake City International Airport’s (SLC) $4.1-billion upgrade opened to passengers on time on Sept. 15.

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Safety Nonprofit Releases Collection of Construction Safety Resources

Construction Junkie

ASSP. Safety training and awareness building are a core fundamental of building a proper safety culture on your jobsites, so it’s important to know the resources that are available to you. The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has recently released a collection of free construction safety resources to help build and share safety knowledge.

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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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US DOT Awards $1B in Latest Round of BUILD Grants

ENR Construction

Road and bridge projects were the big winners, accounting for 54 of the 70 projects selected.

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Rate Analysis For Cement Plaster

Civil Lead

Rate Analysis for Cement Plaster Hello, friends, I have written an article on Rate Analysis for gypsum plaster before. Some. Read more Rate Analysis For Cement Plaster.

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16 Hospitalized After Crane Collision in Austin, Texas

ENR Construction

Despite a number of injuries, no fatalities or life-threatening injuries have been reported after two cranes collided above an Austin job site on Wednesday morning.

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A Great Construction Cost Estimating App for Your Mobile

Construction Cost Estimating

Today, we will talk about the Construction Estimator Calculator, which is the best mobile software of its kind. This application is extremely valuable for civil engineers to compute their construction works. Different Civil classifications are accessible in this app. Peruse more to know more insights regarding this stunning mobile app. Cost assessment in any task is most troublesome work.

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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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Esri Acquires nFrames, Maker of LiDAR-to-GIS Middleware

ENR Construction

Mapping and geomapping giant Esri acquired nFrames, a photogrammetry software company based in Stuttgart, Germany, that automates the process of creating 3D maps from photos and LiDAR data.

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Heat pumps are the future for hot water

BD+C

State and local policies nationwide that strive to eliminate fossil fuels in newly constructed buildings will spur widespread adoption of heat pumps for water heating. Heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) have been sold in the U.S. for over 40 years, but have struggled to penetrate the market. This has left the construction industry with few case studies, best practices, and expert practitioners.

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Industry Leads for the Week of September 21, 2020

ENR Construction

Bertram Yacht LLC is planning to construct a boat building and headquarters facility on a 25-acre site at the Port of Tampa Bay.

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River Ranch in Texas Features Rammed Earth

Natural Building

The River Ranch project features natural materials: rammed earth, vertical grain cedar, limestone. Rainwater catchment, and an underground cistern serve the residence. Located in the Texas Hill Country, it was designed so that the structure should be integrated into its surroundings, which is composed of beautiful oak trees, open views, and a slice of the Blanco River.

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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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Now clients can open up patio roofs and walls at the touch of a button!

Pro Builder

Now clients can open up patio roofs and walls at the touch of a button! sparker. Wed, 09/16/2020 - 14:12. This SMART pergola offers ultimate outdoor comfort in any climate or season. Brought to you by Phantom Screens. sponsored.

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Rate Analysis for Providing and Fixing Aluminum Door | How to Use Rate Analysis for Providing and Fixing Aluminum Door

CivilJungle

What is Rate Analysis? The basis of arriving at a correct and reasonable rate per unit. Work or Supply for a particular item following its specification and detailed survey of materials, labour, equipment, etc. as required for the unit work and their prevailing rates may be called an analysis of rate. How to Use Rate Analysis for Providing and Fixing Aluminum Door.

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Introducing an outdoor theater your clients can use in any season

Pro Builder

Introducing an outdoor theater your clients can use in any season. sparker. Wed, 09/16/2020 - 14:24. This cinema can be opened to warm starry skies or enclosed on chilly evenings. Brought to you by Phantom Screens. sponsored.

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