Fri.Nov 19, 2021

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How to Make a Concrete Floor Slip-Resistant?

The Constructor

Concrete floors can be really slippery when they are wet or icy, especially during winters. Slippery concrete can be extremely dangerous, leading to.

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James Hardie Industries Unveils New Chicago Headquarters

Business Facilities

Cement manufacturer James Hardie now has a place on the Chicago skyline with a new 68,000-square-foot U.S. headquarters. The post James Hardie Industries Unveils New Chicago Headquarters appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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What Is Window | 23 Types of Windows | Window Types and Window Styles Used For Home

Civiconcepts

What Is Window? A window is defined as a wall opening to admit fresh air and sunlight into the building also to give an outside view. The window is provided … What Is Window | 23 Types of Windows | Window Types and Window Styles Used For Home Read More ».

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Texas Instruments Constructing Semiconductor Plant In North Texas

Business Facilities

Texas Instruments will begin construction on its Sherman, TX fabrication plants by next year, with production anticipated to begin as early as 2025. The post Texas Instruments Constructing Semiconductor Plant In North Texas appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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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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3 Home Building Innovations You Have to See

Pro Builder

3 Home Building Innovations You Have to See. ldeakins. Fri, 11/19/2021 - 07:31. Efficient tools for the job site, sales center, and inspections—a Horizon TV classic. On Horizon TV this week: Editor Rich Binsacca presents three industry innovations for workplace efficiency. From a robotic arm for concrete block jobs to virtual apps for sales and inspections, these tools are specifically designed to assist industry professionals.

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Best Renovation/Restoration and Project of the Year Finalist: CALA

ENR Construction

Once a fortress-like bunker, the former Powder House Community School was transformed into an inclusive, intergenerational urban village through the extensive collaborative efforts of the CALA project team. .

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The Key Players of the Nation’s Hottest Housing Markets: Affordable Homes

Pro Builder

The Key Players of the Nation’s Hottest Housing Markets: Affordable Homes. ldeakins. Fri, 11/19/2021 - 09:13. Realtor.com releases its monthly ranking of the top U.S. housing markets. While the majority of the country is competing for housing at record high prices, the fastest selling homes are the most affordable even if they may be hard to find, says Realtor.com.

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Settlement Enables Start of $464M Dam Expansion Near Boulder, Colo.

ENR Construction

Agreement marks end of several years of legal disputes between Denver Water and Boulder County over disruptive nature of Gross Reservoi constructionr.

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Housing Market Data and Predictions

Pro Builder

Housing Market Data and Predictions. ldeakins. Fri, 11/19/2021 - 09:17. How mortgage rates are affecting housing inventory. Low housing inventory could continue to drive up prices unless increased mortgage rates slow demand, says Bill McBride in his CalculatedRisk Newsletter. House price growth appears to be slowing and lending is solid, but unless inventories increase, buyers will struggle to find affordable housing on the market. .

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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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Settlement Clears Way for Work to Begin on $464M Gross Reservoir Expansion Near Boulder

ENR Construction

The recent settlement marks the end of several years of legal disputes with Boulder County amid concerns about the disruptive nature of construction at the dam.

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Zillow’s October 2021 Market Report

Pro Builder

Zillow’s October 2021 Market Report. ldeakins. Fri, 11/19/2021 - 09:20. Why the housing market may finally be cooling off. Low housing inventory and home value appreciation signal a cooling market despite year-over-year highs for the month of October, Zillow reports. Though home values remain high in the 50 largest U.S. metros, home value growth is decelerating. .

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Best Manufacturing and Excellence in Safety Award: Pfizer Plasmid DNA - Suites GH

ENR Construction

Lendlease (US) Construction LMB Inc. surmounted both construction and safety challenges with the Pfizer Plasmid DNA – Suites GH project in Andover, Mass.

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Total Construction Starts Soar in October

Contractor Magazine

Three large projects break ground to push starts higher, weak activity elsewhere.

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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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Award of Merit Renovation/Restoration: YWCA Central Massachusetts, Recapitalization & Renovation

ENR Construction

The YWCA has operated out of its downtown Worcester, Mass., location for the past 60 years with little or no capital improvement.

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Bechtel, Nautilus Team To Build Unique Floating Data Centers

ENR Construction

The companies say the facilities use less energy and water than conventional data centers.

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Benton Harbor, Mich., Sued Amid Project to Replace Lead Service Lines

ENR Construction

Benton Harbor plans to seek bids in December for work to replace thousands of lead service lines.

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Best K-12 Education: Saugus Middle-High School

ENR Construction

The new school, which has 1,360 students, was designed to support a STEAM-based curriculum that includes “learning pods, flexible project areas, makerspaces and tech shops including a woodshop, broadcast studio, coding and web/graphic design lab and 3D design and computer-aided design labs,” according to the project team.

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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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Award of Merit Highway/Bridge: Bunker Creek ABC Bridge Replacement

ENR Construction

While replacing the existing 15-ft-long concrete slab bridge for this $7.2-million project, the team faced challenges that included compressible soils and tidal conditions. Because a sealed cofferdam was not employed, all work was conducted during 8-ft tidal cycles.

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Award of Merit Small Project (under $10 million): Sacred Heart University Community Theatre

ENR Construction

When Sacred Heart University became the tenant, what began as a “white box” renovation to save the deteriorating building was transformed into a total custom fit-out midway through construction to renovate and expand this 20,000-sq-ft, century-old community theater. .

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Merit Sports/Entertainment: Glen T. MacLeod Cape Ann YMCA

ENR Construction

This $21-million, 65,000-sq-ft building celebrates Gloucester’s maritime history. The steel and light-gauge metal frame construction includes solar panels, electric car chargers, cogeneration power systems and polished concrete floorings that eliminate floor coverings and adhesives.

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Award of Merit Manufacturing: WEB Project Enterprise

ENR Construction

The primary goal of this $17-million project was to construct and commission two large dry rooms in 15 weeks as part of an effort to make more than 2 million COVID-19 test kits per week. .

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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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Award of Merit Office/Retail/Mixed-Use: Caldwell

ENR Construction

This 10-story, mixed-use high-rise built on the site of the old Spinney & Caldwell Shoe Factory was completed at budget, but it fell behind schedule amid COVID-19.

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Award of Merit Residential/Hospitality: Sedna

ENR Construction

This $18-million multifamily boutique project, completed at budget and on schedule, was named after the Inuit goddess of the sea.

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Best Small Project (under $10 million): Roxbury Fish Culture Station

ENR Construction

Hurricane Irene devastated Vermont’s oldest fish hatchery, the Roxbury Fish Culture Station, when it tore through the state a decade ago in August 2011.

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US DOT Selects Winners for New $1B Round of RAISE grants

ENR Construction

Among the 90 winners are highway, bridge, rail, port and several pedestrian-related projects.

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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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Lakisha Woods To Take the Helm at the American Institute of Architects

ENR Construction

Former NIBS president and CEO will succeed Robert Ivy on Jan. 31.

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Bechtel, Nautilus Team up for Unique Floating Data Centers

ENR Construction

The centers use less energy and less water than conventional data centers.

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