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Escaping the blame game: Enable onsite teams to make decisions quicker and deliver on time

Lets Build

Construction projects are always complex. A number of teams and stakeholders are coming together to complete their tasks according to the agreed plan. In that sense, it quickly becomes clear that collaboration is a key component of success in construction. Free guide: How to reduce construction delays by more than 20%. Nevertheless, good collaboration always relies on a strong culture of trust and timely decisions.

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How to Test the Temperature of Fresh Concrete as per ASTM?

The Constructor

The temperature of fresh concrete can be determined as per ASTM C1064 to ensure the concrete’s conformity with standard temperature.

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No Longer in the Dark: A Primer on the Distinction between Delay and Disruption Damages in a Construction Dispute

Best Practices Construction Law

If you are left in the dark about something, you don’t have the information you should have to make an informed decision. Delay claims on a construction can be confusing, especially when you think about the delay to the work being performed and the disruption to other activities. A few years ago, I found a case the shed some light on the delay v.

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Describe the detailed classification of water application methods.

The Constructor

Describe the detailed classification of water application methods. State the advantages and disadvantages of each method. The post Describe the.

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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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New closure solutions influencing the commercial design industry

Construction Specifier

by Siva Davuluri. Photos courtesy CornellCookson. Architects have long turned to overhead coiling door manufacturers for closure solutions that provide safety, security, and peace of mind. A number of advancements in recent years, including specialty doors, grilles, and fire products with low profiles and reduced head room, have turned this product category into a collection of solutions blending form and function in exciting new ways.

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Gerber Products Investing $36M In Michigan Expansion

Business Facilities

The baby food maker will expand its Fremont, MI manufacturing facility, creating 50 new jobs in the process. . - Read: Gerber Products Investing $36M In Michigan Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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How do I remove a load bearing wall and extend?

The Constructor

How do I remove a load bearing wall and extend (extension only on one side) the ground floor on a g+1 structure, and what will be the costing of this.

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Benefits of building enclosure commissioning include reduced costs

BD+C

Building enclosure commissioning, a quality-assurance process intended to ensure a building meets the owner’s requirements, offers benefits including cost savings. The process fosters the ability to catch and eliminate problems early and inexpensively, resulting in reduced project costs and fewer change orders.

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What is the difference between plain and reinforced concrete?

The Constructor

Differentiate between plain and reinforced concrete. Among these to which one gives more strength? The post What is the difference between plain and.

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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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Ways to Help Workers Better Handle Pandemic-Linked Anxiety

Pro Builder

Ways to Help Workers Better Handle Pandemic-Linked Anxiety. cbroderick. Thu, 09/24/2020 - 10:02. In order to combat the spread of the virus among construction workers, more jobsites are promoting the use of masks, hand washing, and disinfecting surfaces. But there is one side effect caused by the virus without even contracting it: impact on mental health.

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What is the correct procedure of designing surplus weir in irrigation?

The Constructor

Give the correct procedure of designing surplus weir. The post What is the correct procedure of designing surplus weir in irrigation? appeared first.

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What Do Economists Predict for Unemployment, Multifamily Starts, Home Prices?

Pro Builder

What Do Economists Predict for Unemployment, Multifamily Starts, Home Prices? cbroderick. Thu, 09/24/2020 - 09:44. Zillow surveyed more than 100 economists, investment strategists, and real estate experts about their prediction for the housing market. Last quarter, respondents believed home prices would fall, but this time around, respondents predict a 3.7% price increase.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of remote sensing?

The Constructor

what are the advantages and disadvantages of remote sensing? The post What are the advantages and disadvantages of remote sensing? appeared first on.

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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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H&E Equipment Opens New Branch in McKinney, Texas

Construction Equipment

H&E Equipment Services Inc. (H&E) has opened a new branch in McKinney, Texas, serving the region northeast of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. The new location is at 490 Industrial Boulevard in McKinney. The 16,650-square-foot facility sits on 4.

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What is meant by stability of slope ? How to calculate slope stability?

The Constructor

what is stability of slope and how can we calculate it? The post What is meant by stability of slope ? How to calculate slope stability? appeared.

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Engcon Opens New U.S. HQ, Names New Director

Construction Equipment

Engcon North America (Engcon NA) has moved to new, larger premises with a larger warehouse, and has named Morten Solgaard managing director.

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How do you calculate twisting moment?

The Constructor

how to calculate twisting moment? The post How do you calculate twisting moment? appeared first on The Constructor.

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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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The Weekly show: Building optimization tech, the future of smart cities, and storm shelter design

BD+C

This week on The Weekly show, BD+C editors spoke with leaders from BR Architects, DLR Group, and Thomas Jefferson University about three timely trends: . • Smart building analytics and building optimization tools. • The future of smart cities. • Community storm shelter design. WATCH THE SEGMENTS ON DEMAND BELOW . THE WEEKLY SHOW HIGHLIGHTS FOR SEPTEMBER 24, 2020.

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Caring for Aftertreatment Systems

Construction Equipment

It happens far too often, says Keith Kramlich, product and training manager for Takeuchi: An operator hears the alarm or sees a notification the machine needs to perform a regeneration (regen), and instead continues to go on about their day.

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6 must reads for the AEC industry today: September 24, 2020

BD+C

1. SOM-designed waterfront neighborhood will include 1,045-foot-tall tower (BD+C) .

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Construction Economics for September 28, 2020

ENR Construction

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics.

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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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AIA releases latest 2030 Commitment results

BD+C

Architects and engineers participating in the AIA’s 2030 Commitment are reporting the greatest reduction in predicted energy use (pEUI) in the program’s 10-year history. “This year marks a critical inflection point for the program and climate action,” said 2020 AIA President Jane Frederick, FAIA. “This report outlines a vision for the coming years, which is anchored in community advocacy, adoption of on-site and off-site renewable energy sources, and increased attention to embodied carbon.”.

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W.T. Byler Named ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2020 Specialty Contractor of the Year

ENR Construction

ENR Texas & Louisiana has selected civil site work and turnkey railroad contractor W.T. Byler Co. Inc. as the region’s 2020 Specialty Contractor of the Year.

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New Leasing Volume Drops 23%: ELFA

Construction Equipment

The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25), which reports economic activity from 25 companies representing a cross section of the $900 billion equipment finance sector, showed their overall new business volume for August was $7.

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What Is Zero Force Member for Truss | How to Identification of  Zero Force Members in Truss

CivilJungle

What Is Zero Force Member? In a truss system, some members are not carrying any force. This called a zero-force member. This member may be added to increase truss stability. Identifying these members will simplify the process of analyzing truss. What Is Zero Force Member for Truss? Truss analysis using the method of joints is greatly simplified if one is able to first determine those members that support no loading.

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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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3 Cities Out-of-Town Buyers Are Eyeing Most

Pro Builder

3 Cities Out-of-Town Buyers Are Eyeing Most. cbroderick. Thu, 09/24/2020 - 09:56. Based on Redfin.com home searches, 28.7% of people searching for homes looked for properties outside their metro area in July and August. This is a 27.4% increase since the second quarter. As buyers continue to leave New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, searches in Sacramento, Tampa, and Las Vegas come mainly from out-of-towners.

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Takeuchi TB370 Excavator

Construction Equipment

Model TB370 is the first Takeuchi excavator in its new 300 series lineup of compact excavators. Positioned in the 6- to 7-ton class, the 14,973-pound excavator is powered by a Kubota V2697-CR-TE5B turbocharged diesel. The 56.8 horsepower engine has 157 lb.-ft.

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Pandemic Emerges as Biggest Influencer on 2021 Color Trend Palettes

Pro Builder

Pandemic Emerges as Biggest Influencer on 2021 Color Trend Palettes. cbroderick. Thu, 09/24/2020 - 10:14. Every year at this time, paint companies release their color trend predictions for the upcoming year. With the pandemic, this year’s colors are a little different. Palettes are focused on being warm, comforting, and natural, says Realtor.com. Sherwin-Williams picked Urbane Bronze as its 2021 color of the year.