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Women in Construction Paving the Way

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Real talk on the challenges women in construction face, finding inspiration, and what drives success.

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What is Longitudinal Skin Reinforcement in a Beam?

The Constructor

Longitudinal skin reinforcement is deformed bars, wires, or bonded prestressed reinforcement placed uniformly on both sides of the vertical face of.

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Lumber Prices Drop as Mortgage Rates Surpass 5%

Pro Builder

Lumber Prices Drop as Mortgage Rates Surpass 5%. ldeakins. Thu, 04/07/2022 - 10:04. Rollercoaster lumber prices are falling from mid-pandemic highs after another gain in the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. Lumber prices per thousand board feet dropped 1.5% below their crucial $1,000 per thousand board feet level on Tuesday following another substantial increase in the popular 30-year fixed mortgage rate, which now rests at 5.02%, Insider reports.

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What are the Applications of Shotcrete?

The Constructor

As per ACI 506R, “shotcrete is concrete or mortar conveyed through a hose and pneumatically projected at a high velocity onto a surface”. It is.

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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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What Is Superelevation | Superelevation Definition | Superelevation Formula | Calculation of Superelevation in Roads

CivilJungle

What Is Superelevation? Superelevation on the horizontal curve is one of the most important features in the construction of the roads. It is very essential to provide superelevation in roads for the safe movement of vehicles on the curved portion of the roads. It helps the fast-moving vehicles to safely pass through the curved portion of the roads with stability.

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Mars Wrigley To Invest $175M In Kansas Expansion

Business Facilities

The expansion will support Snickers, Milky Way and 3 Musketeers production at the chocolate manufacturer's Topeka, KS facility, and create more than 100 jobs.

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Engineers Anticipate $21B Annual Infrastructure Act Boost by 2026

ENR Construction

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act has engineers feeling optimistic about their firms and the sector, even if they’re less sure about the economy as a whole. .

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Two U.S.-Based Companies Expanding In Ireland

Business Facilities

In Cork, Ireland, financial services provider Remitly will create 120 jobs, smart network control solutions company NS1 will create 30 jobs.

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More Battery Component Reuse Needed to Meet Shortfall, Execs Say

ENR Construction

U.S. must scale up critical minerals recycling and component manufacture, said experts at a Senate committee's second focus in a week on EV and clean energy supply vulnerability.

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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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Renters Cite Affordability as the Main Obstacle to Homeownership

Pro Builder

Renters Cite Affordability as the Main Obstacle to Homeownership. ldeakins. Thu, 04/07/2022 - 09:54. Prospective buyers are retreating to the rental market as housing prices continue to soar. Nearly one third of all U.S. renters cited a lack of local housing affordability as their main reason for renting instead of becoming homeowners, and 30% were also unable to save for a down payment, according to a recent Redfin survey.

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UK Renews Commitment to Nuclear Power, Looks to New Plant Construction

ENR Construction

Prime Minister Boris Johnson calls for 24 GW of power over the next 30 years, including small modular reactors possibly coming on line early in the next decade.

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Hardwood Flooring May Help Homeowners Turn a Profit

Pro Builder

Hardwood Flooring May Help Homeowners Turn a Profit. ldeakins. Thu, 04/07/2022 - 10:01. Sellers looking to boost the resale value of their homes might want to consider refinishing their hardwood floors. The most in-demand home improvement likely to boost resale value is refinished hardwood flooring, a feature that stands out in photos for online buyers, according to Realtor.com.

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Execs Offer Fixes for US Energy Battery Component Shortfall

ENR Construction

U.S. must scale up critical minerals recycling, technology and component manufacture, said experts at a Senate committee's second focus in a week on EV and clean energy supply chain vulnerability.

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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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Women at WIRC Podcast: Stephanie Martin

Pro Builder

Women at WIRC Podcast: Stephanie Martin. ldeakins. Thu, 04/07/2022 - 13:07. Stephanie Martin currently serves as the Controller of 84 Lumber Company. In this role, she is responsible for the controllership and financial reporting activities for 84 Lumber Company and its related entities. 84 Lumber is located in Eighty Four, Pennsylvania and is the nation's largest privately held supplier of building materials.

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8 Ways for Contractors to Build Trust With a Homeowner

Levelset

Contractors often get a bad rap. While homeowners know they need a contractor to repair their house after a storm, complete a renovation, or build their dream home, they’ve heard the stories. They can come in expecting contractors to take advantage of them. While you know that your company is one of the good ones, the homeowner is only thinking about the predatory contractors they saw on the news — and they’re finding this trust barrier difficult to navigate.

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Jackson, Confirmed to High Court, Will Face Key Environmental Case

ENR Construction

Senate approves first Black woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court. .

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Millennial Buyers Prefer Larger Homes Post-Pandemic

Pro Builder

Millennial Buyers Prefer Larger Homes Post-Pandemic. ldeakins. Thu, 04/07/2022 - 09:57. Millennials are making their grand debut in the housing market, and many are seeking out homes with spacious floor plans to accommodate new lifestyle preferences. The median size of new single-family homes in 2021 was 10% higher than the average home size during the Great Recession, and over one third (36%) of Millennials are in favor of even larger homes, LBM Journal reports.

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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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Former HBD Construction COO Indicted on Federal Fraud Charges for Using Minority Fronts

ENR Construction

Prosecutors say Brian Kowert Sr. engaged in MBE fraud using front companies and falsified records.

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2022's Top Design Firms of New York and New Jersey: Preliminary List

ENR Construction

Sad that your company isn't on this list? Fret not: the deadline to submit your survey for consideration to be on our final ranking is April 11.

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More Battery Component Reuse Needed to Meet US Shortfall, Execs Say

ENR Construction

U.S. must scale up critical minerals recycling, technology and component manufacture, said experts at a Senate committee's second focus in a week on EV and clean energy supply chain vulnerability.

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Former Construction COO Indicted for Using Minority Fronts

ENR Construction

Prosecutors say Brian Kowert Sr., formerly of HBD Construction, engaged in fraud using front companies and falsified records.

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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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Burns & McDonnell Thrives Even During Pandemic Times, Leads Initial Top Design Firms List

ENR Construction

Burns & McDonnell leads the list of 102 Top Design Firms that have submitted revenue totals to date.

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