Work Gearz

APRIL 15, 2021

Your eyes are among the most important and fragile organs in your body and that means they should be protected from injury, especially on the job or when involved in home improvement projects. Bifocal safety glasses are a wonderful piece of PPE if you normally wear bifocals and need to see both up close and at a distance. We’ve chosen the Dewalt Reinforcer DPG59-120C Rx safety Bifocal Glasses as our top choice due to the ergonomic design together with impact and scratch-resistant polycarbonate l

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Pro Builder

APRIL 15, 2021

The Present and Future of Land Demand. cbroderick. Thu, 04/15/2021 - 10:23. Two large housing trends are expected to push up competition for land, says Greg Vogel, founder and CEO of Land Advisors Organization. The white-hot housing market will clash with the growing built-for-rent sector, bringing competition for land up significantly, Vogel told John Burns Real Estate Consulting.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 15, 2021

John Deere on Industry Concerns, Looking to the Future. Alex Headley. Thu, 04/15/2021 - 11:05.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2021

The Covid-19 Pandemic has changed nearly everyone’s life in one way or another, especially the way we conduct work. For many, this change came in the way we work, specifically learning how to work remotely. With the need to hold “face to face” conversations, millions of us have adapted to video conferencing, fueling the rise of platforms like Zoom or Microsoft Teams.

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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.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 15, 2021

Learn five benefits of having a hosted solution versus on-premise software.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 15, 2021

The Volvo EC380E straight boom excavator is for demolition and replaces the traditional boom-and-stick approach with a 23-foot straight boom and purpose-built arm. It reaches higher than a standard excavator.

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BD+C

APRIL 15, 2021

Cost isn’t the only thing on building owners’ minds these days, but it certainly informs their choices of AEC partners, projects, and products. This is one of the many takeaways from BD+C ’s inaugural Owners Survey Report, which collected input from 156 building owners and developers throughout December 2020 and January 2021 on a variety of topics: their top development challenges, what they look for in AEC firm partners, and their most promising innovations. .

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Pro Builder

APRIL 15, 2021

Floor Plans, Details, and Finishes for Standout Kitchen Design. cbroderick. Thu, 04/15/2021 - 10:37. Two housing design pros will walk builders through all the components of a thoughtful, high-demand kitchen in the latest webinar from the National Association of Home Builders. On Wednesday, April 21, NAHB will host architect Deryl Patterson of Housing Design Matters and interior designer/merchandiser Doris Pearlman of Possibilities for Design in a webinar titled “The 2021 Kitchen: Floor Plans, F

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BD+C

APRIL 15, 2021

JetBrains, an international software development company, is set to receive a new green work campus overlooking the Gulf of Finland where health and connectivity are at the core of the design.

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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.

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APRIL 15, 2021

Reduce Lumber Usage With a Lean Strategy. cbroderick. Thu, 04/15/2021 - 10:42. On this episode of The Weekly, TrueNorth Development President Scott Sedam lays out a six-week process for builders to significantly cut their building costs. Sedam uses a Lean Strategy that he describes as a science, culture, disciple, and a set of tools directed toward the destruction of waste in all forms.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 15, 2021

Renting has become increasingly popular in the construction and mining industries with many companies now opting to rent instead of purchase equipment.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 15, 2021

Lumber Prices Expected to Surge Even Higher. cbroderick. Thu, 04/15/2021 - 10:35. Skyrocketing lumber prices have kept some builders away from purchasing in hopes costs would level out, but now lumber prices are expected to spike even higher. Spring and summer building and buying season is here and demand is even higher. Lumber prices reached $1,048 per thousand board feet last week, according to Random Lengths—a 193% increase from one year ago.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 15, 2021

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announced its commitment to a set of national policy priorities to revitalize the infrastructure systems that move the American economy. This new affirmative vision for U.S.

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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?

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ENR Construction

APRIL 15, 2021

In February 2020, Atul Khanzode, a member of Redwood City, California-based DPR Construction’s management committee, was wrapping up what would become his last business trip of the year.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 15, 2021

The new Cat MH3250 and MH3260 material handlers feature mechanical variable-gauge undercarriages. The track gauge retracts to 10 feet, 7 inches, and extends to 12 feet, 2 inches. The MH3250 and MH3260 have a maximum reach of 52 feet 6 inches and 59 feet 1 inch.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 15, 2021

Legislation that would have added scrutiny to Gov. Larry Hogan's use of project P3s died in state senate for third year in a row.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 15, 2021

John Deere has announced a preferred supplier agreement with engcon. Tiltrotator models ranging from the EC204 up to the EC233 will be available through John Deere construction and compact construction equipment and Hitachi excavator dealers.

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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.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 15, 2021

Crews are set to begin paving, landscaping and other final work on April 19 for the $7 million Bridge Street Bridge replacement project in Gardiner, Maine.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 15, 2021

Medium earthmoving equipment prices are up 15 percent in the first quarter of 2021 when compared to the same period in 2020, according to Ritchie Bros. Market Trends. For large earthmoving equipment, the price jump is not as great with prices up 5 percent compared to last year.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 15, 2021

The Biden administration has a $20B plan to address the racism that many transportation veterans say helped fuel highway projects in the past.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 15, 2021

Fleet managers are gaining a new choice for equipment and truck appraisal as Ritchie Bros. and Rouse Services have combined their two appraisal businesses following Ritchie Bros.' acquisition of Rouse last year.

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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!

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BD+C

APRIL 15, 2021

The Marc L. Burnett Student Recreation & Fitness Center has officially opened on Tennessee Tech University’s campus. . The new facility, designed by Wold | HFR Design, is twice the size of the 1991 facility it replaces and provides a new focal point at the campus entrance. The design and materials reflect a contemporary interpretation of the Georgian style architecture prevalent on campus. . .

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Pro Builder

APRIL 15, 2021

Here's What Housing Economists Say About Remote Work and Housing Inventory. cbroderick. Thu, 04/15/2021 - 10:29. Remote work, at least part time, will be a trend shaping the future of the housing industry permanently, according to housing economists and real estate experts. Zillow’s Quarter One Zillow Home Price Expectations survey questioned more than 100 industry experts on their views of the rental market, inventory, expectations for home value growth, and more.

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BD+C

APRIL 15, 2021

Testfit. Dallas, Texas. [link]. Founded: 2017. Founders: Clifton Harness (CEO), Ryan Griege (CTO). . Structures can be generated in seconds with TestFit by simply inputting a building’s parameters. Building types and unit styles can be swapped instantly, massing adjustments can be made on the fly, and multiple sites can be reconfigured simultaneously.

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Work Gearz

APRIL 15, 2021

Born in Michigan, Wolverine is a homegrown brand with all their boots handcrafted in the USA. The brand has still their home base in Michigan and supports nation’s workers and manufacturing. The brand has got every type of boot for you and offers insulated, waterproof and durashock options. We all know that with their style and performance, Wolverine has set a trust in the market.

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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!

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BD+C

APRIL 15, 2021

This week on The Weekly show, BD+C editors speak with AEC industry leaders from PBDW Architects and Wohlsen Construction about: . • What makes adaptive reuse projects successful. • Sensors for real-time monitoring of concrete construction . . Thanks to our episode sponsor. .

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ENR Construction

APRIL 15, 2021

The decommissioned Bonner Bridge was being demolished when the accident occurred.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 15, 2021

I always tell owners, builders, architects, and engineers to forget construction cost estimating accuracy. I would also avoid estimators and, or cost data providers that claim to provide accurate construction cost estimates. Why? There is no such thing as an accurate construction cost estimate. For an estimate to be “accurate”, it must be “correct and true in every detail.” Accuracy is referring to “the state of being exact or correct” Being accurate, and/or a

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