Wed.Dec 02, 2020

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The hidden cost of modular construction

BD+C

Pre-COVID times, I attended an AEC industry summit in which there was a panel of experts consisting of a property developer, an investment advisor, a real-estate consultant, an architect, and a fabricator who were all brought together to discuss the benefits of modular construction. .

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Thorogood Vs Danner Boots: Differences and Similarities

Work Gearz

Having a good comfortable pair of work boots is important when you are on your feet for an extended period of time. In this article, we will do a comparison of the top two brands of work-style boots- The Thorogood and The Danner. Both Thorogood and Danner boots come in many options of sizing, their stitching pattern is very similar, both are USA made and both have durable leather uppers.

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4 Key Tips for Managing Construction Drawings in Viewpoint Team

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Managing papers and drawings in the construction field can be a pain. Luckily, Viewpoint Team is here to help simplify those processes.

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Research Hints Towards the Potential of Recycled Concrete

The Constructor

A five-year-long research conducted at UBC Okanagan’s School of Engineering, Canada, has concluded that recycled concrete can perform as.

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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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2020 Multifamily Sector Giants: Top architecture, engineering, and construction firms in the U.S. multifamily building sector

BD+C

Clark Group, Humphreys & Partners Architects, and Kimley-Horn head BD+C 's rankings of the nation's largest multifamily building sector architecture, engineering, and construction firms, as reported in the 2020 Giants 400 Report.

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2020 University Giants: Top architecture, engineering, and construction firms in the higher education sector

BD+C

Gensler, AECOM, and Turner Construction top BD+C 's rankings of the nation's largest university sector architecture, engineering, and construction firms, as reported in the 2020 Giants 400 Report. .

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What to Expect from 2021's Housing Market

Pro Builder

What to Expect from 2021's Housing Market. cbroderick. Wed, 12/02/2020 - 09:44. After a year of many broken records, there remains much uncertainty about the 2021 housing market. Realtor.com says prospective homebuyers will not be given a break in terms of home prices or mortgage rates. Instead, expect home prices to rise through next year, but at a much less aggressive rate.

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2020 Airport Sector Giants: Top architecture, engineering, and construction firms in the U.S. airport facilities sector

BD+C

AECOM, Hensel Phelps, and PGAL top BD+C's rankings of the nation's largest airport sector architecture, engineering, and construction firms, as reported in 2020 Giants 400 Report. .

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Daimler Partners for Public Charging Site

Construction Equipment

Daimler Trucks North American is teaming up with Portland General Electric to development a large public charging site for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles.

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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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Penta Properties, Sierra Supply Chain Services Break Ground In Ontario

Business Facilities

The $62 million cold storage expansion project in Hamilton, Ontario's Red Hill Business Park will create 100 jobs. . - Read: Penta Properties, Sierra Supply Chain Services Break Ground In Ontario at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Procore Launches Free, Online Course for Using Data in Construction

Construction Junkie

via Procore. From a management-level perspective, the true value of adopting new technologies in the construction industry is the ability to quickly and reliably gather data. It’s nearly impossible to make a sound business decision without it, yet it’s still – in a way -- a relatively new concept in the industry. We’ve always collected data, but many times it’s stuck in paper forms or tucked away in a file on someone’s laptop, not easily sharable with others in the company.

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Caterpillar 317 Excavator

Construction Equipment

Model 317 Caterpillar excavator digs to 21 feet with a maximum reach at ground level of 29 feet 7 inches and maximum loading height of 20 feet 7 inches. Operating weight is 40,200 pounds, and it is powered by a 130-horsepower Cat C4.4 diesel.

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Hewlett Packard Enterprise Global HQ Relocating To Texas

Business Facilities

HPE will relocate its global headquarters from California’s Silicon Valley to Spring, TX, building upon the company's established presence in the Lone Star State. - Read: Hewlett Packard Enterprise Global HQ Relocating To Texas at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Volvo Lights Project Wins Blue Sky Award

Construction Equipment

The Volvo Group, and its Volvo LIGHTS project was honored today with CALSTART’s 2020 Blue Sky Award at the organization’s Annual Meeting, a virtual gathering of the clean transportation industry’s top leaders and decision makers.

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New Passive House standards offers prescriptive path that reduces costs

BD+C

The latest Passive House Institute U.S. (PHIUS) standard , expected to be released early next year, contains a prescriptive path option that could reduce the cost of certification. .

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XL Fleet Launches XL Grid Division

Construction Equipment

XL Fleet announced that it has entered into a partnership with a commercial EVSE (electric vehicle supply equipment) supplier to begin the launch of its XL Grid division. XL Grid will provide charging infrastructure, energy storage, and power solutions for electrified fleets.

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Nonresidential construction spending remains flat in October

BD+C

The construction industry’s fortunes continued to diverge in October, as residential construction expanded again while nonresidential construction remained largely unchanged from a month ago and is down compared to last year, according to an analysis of new federal construction spending data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said that demand for nonresidential construction is being hit by private sector worries about the coronavirus, tighter state and local

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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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Georgia's Vogtle Nuke Project Likely to Miss 2021 In-Service Deadline

ENR Construction

The Bechtel-led construction team will need to deliver at its best rate yet to complete Unit 3 in a year.

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Volvo Group Wins Blue Sky Award

Construction Equipment

CALSTART, a nonprofit working to develop clean, efficient transportation solutions, awarded the Volvo Group its 2020 Blue Sky Award.

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320 S. Canal, Chicago's Union Station Tower, Uses First 80-ksi Steel Sections in the US

ENR Construction

MKA specifies new ArcelorMittal steel products to create larger upper-level spaces in the 51-story tower and deal with site issues near Chicago Union Station.

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What is Column? – Types of Column, Reinforcement, Design Procedure

Civil Lead

What is Column? A column is an essential component of an RCC structure. A column may be described as a. Read more What is Column? – Types of Column, Reinforcement, Design Procedure.

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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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What Is Plaster | Requirement of Good Plaster | Types of Plasters

CivilJungle

What Is Plaster? This id the process of covering rough walls , uneven surfaces in the construction house and other structures with a plastic material, called plaster or mortar. Sometimes, the term ‘ rendering ’ is used instead of plastering when the plaster or cement is applied to the external surface of the wall either to improve the appearance or to protect then from wether agencies, such as rain heat, etc.

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Manage Cloud Models - UI Real Estate

Revit OpEd

I wish the list of projects I get when I use Manage Cloud Models (BIM 360 projects) didn't waste sooo much real estate. These big icons are a waste of space, they just mean lots of scrolling. Well if you only have a couple projects on BIM 360 maybe it's no big deal to you. But hundreds? I keep looking for a View option of "List" or "Details". something to shrink this bugger down.

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Top Interior Products for 2020

BD+C

The products selected for Building Design+Construction ’s annual 75 Top Products report are determined by you, our readers. These products appeared in the pages of the magazine over the past 12 months that readers wanted to learn more about. The products were selected based on the number of reader service inquiries. BD+C editors selected a few of our favorites as well (marked “Editors' Picks”). . .

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Pro Builder's Forty Under 40 Frequently Asked Questions

Pro Builder

Pro Builder's Forty Under 40 Frequently Asked Questions. cbroderick. Wed, 12/02/2020 - 10:10. . Click here for the 2021 Forty Under 40 nomination form . Do you want to be part of Pro Builder 's Forty Under 40 Class of 2021? Are you interested in nominating one of your employees, colleagues, or your employer for the Forty Under 40 Class of 2021? Below are Frequently Asked Questions regarding Pro Builder 's Forty Under 40 program, on topics including nomination eligibility, required support mater

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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Top Building Systems Products for 2020

BD+C

The products selected for Building Design+Construction ’s annual 75 Top Products report are determined by you, our readers. These products appeared in the pages of the magazine over the past 12 months that readers wanted to learn more about. The products were selected based on the number of reader service inquiries. BD+C editors selected a few of our favorites as well (marked “Editors' Picks”). . .

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Demonstration of How Iranian Yurts are Made

Natural Building

This video shows exactly how the traditional yurts of the Shahsavan nomads in Iran are built. The whole structure is pre-tensioned before the felted wool cover is placed over the framework, which gives the yurt the ability to withstand the gales that blow across their high mountain landscape. The Shahsavan are some of the world’s most renowned weavers, and their beautiful straps and rugs adorn the interior.

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Top Glass and Glazing Products for 2020

BD+C

The products selected for Building Design+Construction ’s annual 75 Top Products report are determined by you, our readers. These products appeared in the pages of the magazine over the past 12 months that readers wanted to learn more about. The products were selected based on the number of reader service inquiries. BD+C editors selected a few of our favorites as well (marked “Editors' Picks”). . .