Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

For every operational advantage, progressive contractors need an accompanying strategy to fully exploit that advantage. FMI has worked with many of the industry’s best contractors, including those that consistently outperform their peers. The following article explains six operational cornerstones that those contractors use to create long-term operational advantages, and an exploration into supportive strategies that can create lasting competitive edge.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Design of each elements for the construction of sedimentation tank is necessary for effective treatment of wastewater for removal the suspended.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

According to the 2016 Travelers Business Risk Index, construction professionals believe they are more at risk of something bad happening to their businesses than their counterparts in other industries. Sixty-two percent of construction professionals said their greatest concern is the changing workforce.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Painting on a surface is not same for all surface types. Some precautions are to be taken before and after painting. Methods and process of painting.

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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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Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

If you are working in construction in the UK, you have properly heard about the CSCS card. But what is it exactly? CSCS stand for Construction Skills Certification Scheme, and the whole thing was invented about 25 years ago. It is a card that provide proof that an individual has the.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

The Wall Street Journal reports that drones and their operators are being granted unusually fast turnaround times on application requests from local and state agencies seeking authorization to use UAVs for recovery and inspection tasks in Texas after Harvey.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Services provided by engineering consultants in construction are consultation, investigations and studies, design and construction and special.

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

The Federal Aviation Administration has determined that the Oakland Raiders' proposed 225-foot tall domed stadium in Las Vegas will not be a hazard to aircraft, despite the Airline Pilot's Association's concern that the stadium’s reflective design could pose a safety risk and impair vision of flight crews.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

According to AgingCare.com , 43% of senior citizens today are lonely and, therefore, significantly more likely to suffer health problems and die at a younger age. This illuminating and overlooked statistic illustrates how shortsighted the current paradigm for retirement communities is and why we must change how we think about senior living.

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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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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

The Wall Street Journal reports that drones and their operators are being granted unusually fast turnaround times on application requests from local and state agencies seeking authorization to use UAVs for recovery and inspection tasks in Texas after Harvey.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Juuso Lyytikka has written The Top 5 KPIs Marketers Need to Measure (And How to Measure and Improve Them), giving us some food for thought and some simple conceptual KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) that would help us to measure and evaluate our marketing success. Here are his KPIs (the article goes into greater detail on […].

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

The agriculture arm of Deere & Company has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Blue River Technology, an innovative applied learning technology firm that has coupled precision computer vision with machine learning to recognize and take action on very specific objects. John May, president of Deere Agricultural Solutions and CIO, said the investment in Blue River Technology is similar to Deere's acquisition of NavCom Technology in 1999 that established Deere as a leader in the use of GPS

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Makerspaces and interdisciplinary mashups are connecting students with each other—and with the outside world.

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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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Green Industry Professionals

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

If you go to battle with critters, it is time to stop thinking in terms of us versus them. Instead, think of it as mine and yours.

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The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Take a quick drive around town and you may begin thinking that traditional indoor malls have fallen out of favor. Hard data prove it.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

It is easier than ever today to design commercial projects with accessible spaces that look as good as they perform. Good looks and accessibility can play together to create spaces that are as handsome as they are functional. While accessibility rules on both state and federal levels have stringent dimensional requirements governing maneuverability and reach in commercial multifamily projects, those rules don’t have to be a hindrance in creating beautiful bathrooms.

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Contractor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Programmable, zoned system includes 50’ X 20’ pool.

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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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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Furniture component maker J-Star Motion Corporation will establish a new manufacturing facility in Cedar Springs, MI. The China-based company plans to hire 122 employees and invest $4.9 million in the project. Photo: The Right Place, Inc. The company recently opened office and warehouse facilities in Kent City, MI and is now adding the manufacturing operations in Cedar Springs.

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Contractor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

This week we highlight mini-splits and accessories: Energy Star-rated systems with inverter drive technology; mini-split cables with connectors and tools; Wi-Fi-enabled wall-mount mini-splits; a mini-split ac and heat pump series; ductless AC installation accessories; and a series of indoor wall-mount units.

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Hapco Pole Products, a manufacturer of aluminum poles, will invest over $6 million to expand its operation in Washington County, VA. The company will build a 60,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility adjacent to its current manufacturing campus. The project will create 28 new jobs. Photo: Hapco Pole Products. “Our investment in this new facility reflects the strength of our business and our commitment to Abingdon, VA,” said Fred Vermeer, President and CEO of Hapco. “With

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Revit OpEd

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

It's September already.no posts in August.time flies. This post is brief, merely a referral and suggestion. If you struggle with understanding Revit's coordinate system then have a look at THIS LINK to Autodesk's own Documentation. In the past I've been critical of the documentation they've provided on this subject, if not in posts here then certainly while talking to people about it face to face.

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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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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

More than half of residential and commercial properties in Houston that are at high or moderate risk of flooding are not included in the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA), according to CoreLogic. Properties outside those zones don't need flood insurance, so many flood victims of Hurricane Harvey will not have access to insurance reimbursements to make repairs.

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Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

A generic 'EMMA' for work with bulk electrical quantities. A multi-use EMMA should be applied for any 'mass' activity, that entails a physically quantifiable unit of construction work scope measured in tens, hundreds or thousands. As for instance, electrical cable tray or racking or cable laying/pulling are perfect individual subjects for this EMMA.

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Green Industry Professionals

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

The 34-year-old landscape contractor explains why he largely runs his business from a three-wheeled bicycle.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

ENR team reports on historic flooding in Texas and captures dramatic drone footage of inundated areas

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Green Industry Professionals

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Irvine, California, adopted a landscaping and pest control policy that allows synthetic pesticides only as a last resort.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

The Dec. 25 ENR MidAtlantic issue will include the annual rankings of the region’s Top Specialty Construction firms.

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Green Industry Professionals

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

A massive pile of mulch at Oldcastle Lawn and Garden caught fire Monday and was still burning Tuesday.

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