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Choosing Weather Barriers: Mechanically-Attached vs. Self-Adhered

GCP Applied Technologies

Choosing Weather Barriers: Mechanically-Attached vs. Self-Adhered. michael.delros…. Mon, 08/17/2020 - 17:50. GCP Applied Technologies. August 17, 2020. Today, there are an overwhelming amount of weather barrier product choices available to contractors. Their performance varies widely. Some believe that because a product has met all the requirements of the building code, that it is the right choice for their project.

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August 2020 Construction Industry Stats

Construction Business Owner

August 2020 Construction Industry Stats. Elizabeth Manning. Mon, 08/17/2020 - 14:35. The Construction Business Owner team compiles statistics each month from several sources, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau, to give you a better understanding of the current state of affairs for the construction industry.

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How to Determine Termination Point of Piles in Construction?

The Constructor

Deciding on the termination point of piles during the construction process is a critical task. The actual pile termination level may increase or.

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Announcing an Innovative LEAN Construction Planning Procurement Project Delivery Solution Solution

Job Order Contracting

Announcing the industry’s only LEAN Construction Planning Procurement Project Delivery Solution with Program Management, Project Management, Proposal Management, Estimate Management, Work Order Management, Document Management, Issues/Task Management, Contractor and Subcontractor Management, WBE/MBE Management, Budget/Actual Management, BIM Information Access and Integration… and more.

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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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Microtunnelling: Planning, Process, and Construction

The Constructor

Microtunnelling is an efficient trenchless technique for the construction of small diameter tunnels. The method is especially useful for laying.

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9 Important Concrete Reinforcing Accessories

The Constructor

Reinforced concrete is a widely used composite material made up of concrete and steel. In addition to steel, a few other concrete reinforcing.

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T-Mobile Will Create Up To 500 New Jobs In Virginia

Business Facilities

The wireless network operator will invest $30 million to relocate one of its Customer Experience Centers to Henrico County, VA. - Read: T-Mobile Will Create Up To 500 New Jobs In Virginia at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Astec Adds Concrete Providers

Construction Equipment

Astec Industries has announced the acquisition of two full-line concrete batch plant manufacturers serving customers around the world. Astec has acquired Concrete Equipment Company (CON-E-CO) and BMH Systems (BMH), which had combined annualized sales in 2019 of approximately $50 million.

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Mission Foods Expansion Will Create 500 Jobs In Indiana

Business Facilities

To support its Midwest growth, the tortilla maker will establish a new 510,965-square-foot manufacturing facility in Plainfield, IN. . - Read: Mission Foods Expansion Will Create 500 Jobs In Indiana at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Navistar Opens Facility to Support eTrucks

Construction Equipment

Navistar will open a new facility in Rochester Hills, Michigan, to house its NEXT eMobility Solutions business unit. The building will serve as the technical lead location for NEXT and will include design, engineering, and analysis of all its electric vehicles and batteries.

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New Sydney towers will have the world’s first AI-driven facade system

BD+C

Central Place Sydney, a $2.5 billion commercial development that will contribute to Tech Central in Sydney’s Central Business District, will comprise new commercial buildings and public realm improvements that will enhance the southern gateway to the CBD. The project will comprise approximately 1.6 million sf of office and retail space and be one of the most sustainable commercial developments in Australia, powered by 100% renewable energy, with workplace environments that integrate nature and a

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Louisiana: Building A More Resilient State

Business Facilities

Louisiana has created a Resilient Louisiana Commission (with 15 associated task forces) to chart a path toward safely reopening the economy and making the Pelican State more resilient for the long-term. - Read: Louisiana: Building A More Resilient State at BusinessFacilities.com.

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ASCE seeks comments on seismic standard

BD+C

The American Society of Civil Engineers ( ASCE ) is seeking public comments pertaining to a design standard for nuclear facilities. ASCE’s second public comment period on the update to ASCE/SEI 43-XX Seismic Design Criteria for Structures, Systems, and Components in Nuclear Facilities will be held from August 7, 2020 to September 21, 2020. Changes to the standard were made by a committee after the first public comment period.

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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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[VIDEO] 3D Printer in Europe Creates 2-Story House

Construction Equipment

Kamp C erected the first two-story house to be printed using the “largest 3D printer in Europe, according to an article in Free News. The whole process took only 15 days. Printing was done using a massive cement printer, BOD2, manufactured by COBOD.

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High-End Homebuyers Should Look at These Secondary Markets

Pro Builder

High-End Homebuyers Should Look at These Secondary Markets. cbroderick. Mon, 08/17/2020 - 09:51. Major markets continue to see high demand and low inventory, but buyers may find hope in secondary markets and smaller cities. Inventory shortage has been a problem for the housing market for years, but now with the pandemic mixed in, prices are shooting up and inventory is going down.

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Can Sustainable Materials Compete With Virgin Material?

BD+C

The design industry has long been pervaded by the idea that sustainable materials are “not enough”—not flexible or durable enough, not creative enough, not inexpensive enough to justify their use. These outdated notions have prevented industry professionals from taking advantage of new advances and products. Innovations like ECONYL® regenerated nylon have proven that materials made from waste can perform on par with virgin materials, all without sacrificing form or function. .

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Concrete Road Vs Asphalt Road – Which is Better?

Civil Lead

Concrete Road Vs Asphalt Road The terms “Bitumen” and “Asphalt” are regularly used correspondingly to mean both natural and manufactured. Read more Concrete Road Vs Asphalt Road – Which is Better?

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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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Choosing Weather Barriers: Mechanically-Attached vs. Self-Adhered

GCP Applied Technologies

Choosing Weather Barriers: Mechanically-Attached vs. Self-Adhered. michael.delros…. Mon, 08/17/2020 - 17:50. GCP Applied Technologies. August 17, 2020. Today, there are an overwhelming amount of weather barrier product choices available to contractors. Their performance varies widely. Some believe that because a product has met all the requirements of the building code, that it is the right choice for their project.

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John Deere 200G Excavator

Construction Equipment

Model 200G Deere excavator has an operating weight of 45,789 pounds and 145 horsepower. Maximum dig depth is 23 feet 2 inches with a dump height of 22 feet 9 inches. Bucket breakout force is 28,772 lb.-ft.

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Choosing Weather Barriers: Mechanically-Attached vs. Self-Adhered

GCP Applied Technologies

Choosing Weather Barriers: Mechanically-Attached vs. Self-Adhered. michael.delros…. Mon, 08/17/2020 - 17:50. GCP Applied Technologies. August 17, 2020. Today, there are an overwhelming amount of weather barrier product choices available to contractors. Their performance varies widely. Some believe that because a product has met all the requirements of the building code, that it is the right choice for their project.

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LA’s Greek Theater restoration completes

BD+C

The Greek theatre, a 5,900-seat outdoor music venue in Griffin Park, Los Angeles, has recently completed a restoration project.

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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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Sandvik Acquires Allied Const.

Construction Equipment

Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology has signed an agreement to acquire Allied Construction Products LLC, a U.S. distributor of hydraulic hammers to the construction and mining industries and manufacturer of compactor plates and mounting brackets.

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Covid-19 and campus life: Where do we go from here?

BD+C

With campus cultures rooted in socialization, communal activities, and interdisciplinary collaborations, colleges and universities around the globe face big unknowns in the face of COVID-19 disruptions and recovery. What is known is that higher education in the era of COVID-19 will look significantly different until this pandemic subsides.

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West Virginia’s Watershed Project Wends Forward

ENR Construction

Marking a turning point for the state’s economic future, Corridor H also seeks to preserve the region’s wildlife and waters.

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5 must reads for the AEC industry today: August 17, 2020

BD+C

1. 5 strategies for creating safer, healthier hotel experiences (Stantec). "As hotels begin to reopen, the focus on health and safety takes priority while working to preserve the guest experience.".

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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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Milwaukee’s One-Key Tool Tracking App Now Integrates with Autodesk’s BIM 360

Construction Junkie

via Milwaukee Tool. Milwaukee Tool’s One-Key is an application that is both built into some of their power tools for tracking and security purposes and is also a powerful reporting database for usage and location information. Originally released in 2015, One-Key allows users to edit certain settings of One-Key enabled tools and even lock them out if their tool leaves a certain area.

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Starting A Design Firm

BD+C

In today’s episode, we are talking about starting your own design firm--something that I think every architect walking the planet has thought about at various times throughout their career. I know I have. . When Andrew and I decided to make this a topic, I knew exactly who I wanted to join us for this conversation. Joining us from the Long Studio, located off the coast of Maine on Mt.

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Trapezoidal Footing Calculator | Trapezoidal Formula | Volume of Trapezoidal Footing

CivilJungle

How To Work Trapezoidal Footing Calculator? In this calculator, we calculate the trapezoidal footing area. As below process work of calculator. Step – 1. Fill Footing area in below box. In this footing Bottom (base) area and Top area are different so carefully check in images that are selected here. Here, Bottom area Length A and Breadth B Fill below box.

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