Pro Builder

MAY 5, 2021

This Uber-Like Platform for Home Building Cuts Construction Time in Half. cbroderick. Wed, 05/05/2021 - 10:23. After the 2017 Northern California wildfires, the demand for new construction exceeded all local construction capabilities, leading one resident to create a digital platform connecting builders with locals. The platform, Homebound, vets contractors and establishes secure supply chains for building materials, working as an Uber or Lyft for home building, says Fast Company.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 5, 2021

Dave Steel Company’s Babette Freund Weighs in on Moving to the Cloud and Connected Data Between ViewpointOne, Tekla PowerFab suites.

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The Constructor

MAY 5, 2021

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 5, 2021

Job Order Contract Performance Measurement is critical, but often overlooked. JOC Programs can provide significant benefit when designed and managed properly. Unfortunately, they can easily just become an abused process of simply speeding repair, renovation, and new build projects through without proper oversight and at excessive cost. JOC, when properly used, is an integrated LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery method in which the owner provides leadership and oversigh

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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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The Constructor

MAY 5, 2021

Have you heard the phrase “Less is More” before? A lot of architects live by this phrase which is often associated with architect Ludwig.

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The Constructor

MAY 5, 2021

Fiber cement flat sheets are made of an inorganic hydraulic binder or a calcium silicate binder fanned by the chemical reaction of a calcareous and.

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BD+C

MAY 5, 2021

A majority of school districts in the U.S. have taken measures to improve indoor air quality during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report from the Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council and ASHRAE.

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Business Facilities

MAY 5, 2021

SafeSource Direct and Ochsner Health will establish two manufacturing facilities for personal protective equipment (PPE) in the Acadiana Region. - Read: New PPE Production Facilities Planned For Louisiana’s Acadiana Region at BusinessFacilities.com.

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BD+C

MAY 5, 2021

Located in Sunrise, Fla., the new 174-room AC Hotel Fort Lauderdale Sawgrass Mills/Sunrise has completed. The eight-story project is located on the grounds of the Sawgrass Mills mall, the largest outlet and value retail shopping destination in the United States, and is the first AC brand hotel in Broward County.

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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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Pro Builder

MAY 5, 2021

Jonathan Simon. Jonathan Simon is the North American residential plumbing manager for Lubrizol Advanced Materials Inc., the parent company for FlowGuard Gold Pipe and Fittings. For 60 years, FlowGuard Gold Pipe and Fittings has provided reliable hot and cold water plumbing systems to residential and commercial buildings. mbeirne. Wed, 05/05/2021 - 15:05.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

MAY 5, 2021

Portland Cement Association Market Intelligence Group’s Senior Vice President and Chief Economist Ed Sullivan recently presented its annual Spring cement consumption forecast, predicting an increase in cement consumption for 2021 and 2022. “Remarkably, U.S. cement consumption recorded 2% growth during 2020. It is remarkable because COVID-19 exerted a terrible toll on the economy.

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Pro Builder

MAY 5, 2021

DuPont Launches Education Hub for Residential Construction Pros. cbroderick. Wed, 05/05/2021 - 13:06. DuPont announced the debut of its online educational resource center, Education Hub, which grants residential construction professionals access to podcasts, webinars, case studies, and more. The brand hopes the resource will provide builders and remodelers with resources to strengthen their skills.

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Work Gearz

MAY 5, 2021

If your workplace, or even a home improvement hobby exposes you to loud noise, you need protection. Some of you will not just want the noise blocked. You’ll still want to take phone calls, listen to music, or to a sporting event or other broadcasted on the radio. For this reason, we’ve researched the best ear protection radio headsets, to help you find the best protection.

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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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BD+C

MAY 5, 2021

The University of Waterloo’s School of Optometry & Vision Science has selected HOK to design the new Waterloo Eye Institute. The project will enhance and expand two floors of the existing School of Optometry & Vision Science building on the University of Waterloo’s campus.

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Pro Builder

MAY 5, 2021

Today’s Homebuyer Perception of Affordability Exceeds 2020 Levels. cbroderick. Wed, 05/05/2021 - 10:32. A larger share of homebuyers report being able to afford half or more of the homes available for sale in their markets during the first quarter of 2021 compared to one year ago. According to the National Association of Home Builders’ Housing Trends Report, 35% of homebuyers report being able to afford half or more of homes for sale in their markets while 65% can afford fewer than half.

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ENR Construction

MAY 5, 2021

A new study asked virus-hesitant workers to explain their anti-vaccine inclinations.

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Pro Builder

MAY 5, 2021

Nearly a Quarter of Millennials Say Homeownership Out of Reach Due to Pandemic. cbroderick. Wed, 05/05/2021 - 10:36. Millennials have continued to lead housing recovery during the pandemic, yet nearly a quarter of the generation says the pandemic has decreased their likelihood of becoming homeowners. Another 23% said the pandemic actually increased their chances of homeownership, according to the Bank of America Research Millennial home improvement survey.

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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

MAY 5, 2021

ENR previews the top contractors in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, and Washington and extends deadline to May 14.

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Pro Builder

MAY 5, 2021

Market Analysts Respond to the Treasury Secretary's Comments on Rising Rates. cbroderick. Wed, 05/05/2021 - 10:53. This week, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said interest rates may potentially increase to meet the economic growth, which may have spooked some investors. Market analysts shared their thoughts on rising interest rates with CNBC, largely agreeing that a rise in rates is inevitable.

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ENR Construction

MAY 5, 2021

Heavy hitters lead bidders in last sprint for Port Authority of NY and NJ project.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 5, 2021

Simplifying Installation With Click-&-Go Soffit Framing. How Valley Interior Systems saves on prefabrication time & material with SimpleSoffit. Greg Ragsdale. Wed, 05/05/2021 - 13:29. A little pre-planning of a soffit layout on the front end saves a lot of time and materials on the back end of the job. That’s what Valley Interior Systems in Nashville, Tennessee, understands about the all-new Armstrong SimpleSoffit Drywall Framing System on their project.

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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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ENR Construction

MAY 5, 2021

A new study measures changes in attitude.

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Pro Builder

MAY 5, 2021

Fortify Your Roof with the Top Defense Against Very Severe Hail. kcichowicz. Wed, 05/05/2021 - 09:23. Stand up to intensifying weather conditions and tough new hail standards with DensDeck ® StormX ™ Prime Roof Board from Georgia-Pacific. As the only gypsum cover board that meets FM Very Severe Hail classification in approved single-ply assemblies, it offers upgraded hail resistance and enhanced impact resistance.

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ENR Construction

MAY 5, 2021

ENR California & Northwest preview the region's 2021 regional Top Contractors and extends the survey deadline until May 14.

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Pro Builder

MAY 5, 2021

How Capital Gains Tax Reform Could Help Struggling Buyers. cbroderick. Wed, 05/05/2021 - 10:48. The current housing market continues to spiral with few homes for sale and hungry buyers, pushing home prices up and buyer hopes down, but one economist believes capital gains tax reform could bring relief. Ralph McLaughlin, chief economist and senior vice president for real estate finance company Haus, says reforming the capital gains tax could lure more sellers into listing and directly benefit firs

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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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ENR Construction

MAY 5, 2021

A co-founder of the NJ-based engineering firm, he championed leadership development through empowerment.

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Pro Builder

MAY 5, 2021

How Capital Tax Reform Could Help Struggling Buyers. cbroderick. Wed, 05/05/2021 - 10:48. The current housing market continues to spiral with few homes for sale and hungry buyers, pushing home prices up and buyer hopes down, but one economist believes capital tax reform could bring relief. Ralph McLaughlin, chief economist and senior vice president for real estate finance company Haus, says reforming the capital gains tax could lure more sellers into listing and directly benefit first-time buyer

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ENR Construction

MAY 5, 2021

Heavy hitters lead bidders in last sprint for Port Authority of NY and NJ DBOM job.

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