Construction Business Owner
APRIL 14, 2021
Why Rental Is on the Rise. Alex Headley. Wed, 04/14/2021 - 07:30. Complex projects paired with tight labor markets and timelines have put additional pressure on construction contractors. Having the right equipment available at the right time is critical to staying on track. A strategic, well-executed fleet strategy can eliminate downtime that strains your schedule — and your bottom line.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 14, 2021
Virtual series brings construction professionals together to discuss key industry issues throughout 2021.
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The Constructor
APRIL 14, 2021
The Rongjiang Bridge is a part of the Xiamen-Shenzhen high-speed railway route constructed in the Jieyang City of Guangdong Province, China. It is.
Business Facilities
APRIL 14, 2021
Home appliance manufacturer LG Electronics will add another shift, creating 334 jobs and bringing total employment at its Clarksville, TN operations to about 1,000. - Read: LG Electronics Investing Additional $20.5M In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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.
Pro Builder
APRIL 14, 2021
Consumers Grow Fearful of a Housing Crash. cbroderick. Wed, 04/14/2021 - 09:12. Concern about the fierce housing market and a potential bubble appears to be rising amongst consumers. Google searches for, “When is the housing market going to crash?” jumped 2,450% in just the past month, reports CNBC. “Why is the market so hot?” searches doubled in one week and, “How much over asking price should I offer on a home 2021” leaped 350% at the same time.
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Construction Equipment
APRIL 14, 2021
IVECO, a brand of CNH Industrial N.V. announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Plus, a leading global autonomous trucking company, to jointly develop autonomous trucks.
Natural Building
APRIL 14, 2021
Chinmay Pareek of Brzee Studio sent me more information about their natural building projects in India that I recently posted images of here. Brzee Studio is based in Jaipur, India and wants to break the noxious cycle exploiting Mother Earth and support the shift in consciousness needed to heal our alienation from the natural world. Recent projects are a blend of art, spirituality and community development.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 14, 2021
Continental is celebrating its 150th year in business in 2021. The company was founded in Hanover, Germany, in 1871, and has nearly 15,000 employees in the United States. The company began by manufacturing horse “hoof buffers” along with solid tires for carriages and bicycles.
Civiconcepts
APRIL 14, 2021
Load Bearing Structure is the most widely used form of construction for low-rise and small buildings from the 1700s to the mid-1900s. It is very rarely used today for large … What Is Load Bearing Structure? ( Load Bearing vs Framed Structure) Read More ».
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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.
BD+C
APRIL 14, 2021
A new version of ASTM E1527 standard for Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments is expected to be completed this year.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 14, 2021
IVECO, a brand of CNH Industrial N.V. announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Plus, a leading global autonomous trucking company, to jointly develop autonomous trucks.
ENR Construction
APRIL 14, 2021
Construction, engineering and transportation groups support new fee, but projected VMT revenue is far short of closing Highway Trust Fund shortfall.
Revit OpEd
APRIL 14, 2021
Lately we see this warning message appear, in BIM 360 hosted projects, when clicking the Save button (local) instead of the Synchronize with Central button. It isn't happening for all models or all projects. I haven't isolated a cause yet and it shouldn't be happening at all. This is true for projects running in Revit 2020.2.3. Anyone else see this?
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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?
ENR Construction
APRIL 14, 2021
The Las Vegas City Council has approved a negotiating agreement with a company that wants to build a 19-mile light rail or other high capacity mass transit line along Charleston Boulevard, one of the main east-west arterials in the Las Vegas Valley.
BD+C
APRIL 14, 2021
The new 130,000-sf expansion of Great Lakes Academy, a K-8 charter school in South Chicago, has begun construction. The expansion will more than double the size of the school.
ENR Construction
APRIL 14, 2021
Construction, engineering and transportation groups support new fee, but projected VMT revenue is far short of closing Highway Trust Fund shortfall.
Pro Builder
APRIL 14, 2021
The Downside of 3D Home Printing. cbroderick. Wed, 04/14/2021 - 09:41. New communities developed through 3D printing have been making headlines, from a 15 net-zero home community in Rancho Mirage, Calif. to the first 3D-printed homes for sale—but are these revolutionary? Curbed says not necessarily. Two big 3D printing technology companies, ICON and Mighty Buildings, promise to cut down on construction time, minimize waste, resulting in a more eco-friendly, less expensive construction method.
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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.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 14, 2021
Terex brand Powerscreen has unveiled a battery-powered screener concept called the Eco-Warrior.
Pro Builder
APRIL 14, 2021
Retirees are Reversing the Downsizing Narrative. cbroderick. Wed, 04/14/2021 - 09:47. It’s a well-known trend: the average American retiree lists their home to downsize into a more affordable and manageable one, but the pandemic has impacted the idea of downsizing. A recent Merrill Lynch and Age Wave retirement study found 49% of retirees did not downsize in their last move and 30% moved into bigger homes.
BD+C
APRIL 14, 2021
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Pro Builder
APRIL 14, 2021
Are Millennials to Blame for Low Housing Stock? cbroderick. Wed, 04/14/2021 - 10:01. Millennials are poised to drive homeownership for years to come, and many reached homebuying age during the pandemic. This generation, aged between 25 and 44, led homebuying last year and have the fastest rising homeownership rates. The younger share of Millennials outnumber the older by 9%, pointing toward consistent home demand.
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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!
ENR Construction
APRIL 14, 2021
ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics.
Pro Builder
APRIL 14, 2021
The Hottest Housing Markets Right Now. cbroderick. Wed, 04/14/2021 - 10:07. Homebuyer activity perked up last month returning to its seasonal norm, a drastic difference from one year ago when the market came to a screeching halt. With the spring market here, Realtor.com rounded up the housing markets receiving the most attention and some show buyers are picking up where they left off last year.
Pro Builder
APRIL 14, 2021
The Downfalls of 3D Home Printing. cbroderick. Wed, 04/14/2021 - 09:41. New communities developed through 3D printing have been making headlines, from a 15 net-zero home community in Rancho Mirage, Calif. to the first 3D-printed homes for sale—but are these revolutionary? Curbed says not necessarily. The two big 3D printing technology companies, ICON and Mighty Buildings, promise to cut down on construction time, minimize waste, resulting in a more eco-friendly, less expensive construction metho
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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!
ENR Construction
APRIL 14, 2021
An examination of the new normal COVID-19 productivity factor.
Pro Builder
APRIL 14, 2021
Super Polymer. Super Protective. kcichowicz. Wed, 04/14/2021 - 12:02. ProVia Super Polymer Siding contains anti-fade and impact-resistant compounds to keep our siding looking great for years. In 9 styles and over 30 vibrant colors. Siding + Trim. Siding + Trim. sponsored.
ENR Construction
APRIL 14, 2021
A look at COVID’s impact on engineering and construction M&A and what could be around the corner in 2021 and 2022.
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