Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

The Vision to See What Isn’t There. Alex Headley. Tue, 11/30/2021 - 04:35. Abraham Wald, a mathematician at Columbia University during World War II, might have been onto something. While Wald may not be a household name, the British pilots in World War II were probably thankful for his insight. As described in Kevin Drum’s article “The Counterintuitive World,” the Royal Air Force observed that planes returning from missions were riddled with bullet holes.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Photo courtesy The Architectural Team and Lendlease. By Peter Barrett and Todd Kimmel CPHD, CDT. Ever more stringent energy code requirements have necessitated increased insulation levels; in many cases, this includes adding exterior insulation. Additional insulation thickness and changes to the insulation location require reconsideration with regards to vapor diffusion and condensation control.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Australian AirTrunk has established its first data center in Japan; the sprawling Tokyo complex will become the country's largest data campus. The post AirTrunk Unveils Tokyo Data Center, Set To Be Largest In Japan appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Measuring projected outcomes radically changes the amount of work originally mandated under a 2010 consent decree to reduce nutrient pollution into the Chesapeake Bay watershed. .

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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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Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

The study was conducted jointly by the Illinois Economic Policy Institute (ILEPI) and the Project for Middle Class Renewal (PMCR).

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Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

As selected by our readers, CONTRACTOR is proud to present our 2021 Products of the Year.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

How Global Supply Chain Issues Are Impacting the Housing Market. ldeakins. Tue, 11/30/2021 - 09:39. Backlogs and shortages are becoming the new norm for an industry reporting record high prices. In the wake of lingering global supply chain issues, the ‘Great Slowdown’ is leaving its mark on just about everyone, from delayed packages threatening the timely arrival of Christmas gifts to a backlog of kitchen appliances forcing some homeowners to turn camping coolers into refrigerators. .

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Camp Hall is a first-of-its-kind, master-planned industrial work space located in Charleston, S.C. As a convergence of people, place and programming, Camp Hall delivers thoughtful infrastructure and logistical features that empower people — and business — to thrive. The post Camp Hall – A Next Generation Commerce Park in South Carolina appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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CivilJungle

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Introduction of Water Damaged Wall. Sometimes water can be highly destructive to the building materials. At the meeting time of the drywall, it enters the inner portion of the wall and creates worse damage; sometimes, it can also damage the wallboard of the wall, and as a result, it t collapses and falls. This type of problem is very problematic to the house owner.

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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 Superintendent Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Nearly two out of three U.S. metro areas added construction jobs between October 2020 and October 2021, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government employment data. Association officials noted that the job gains would likely have been larger and more widespread if firms weren’t dealing with the twin challenges of supply chain problems and labor shortages.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Pending Home Sales Increased in October Despite High Mortgage Rates. ldeakins. Tue, 11/30/2021 - 09:49. A busy month for home sales in October signals a strong end to a whirlwind year for the real estate market. . Signed contracts on existing homes increased during October despite rising mortgage rates, and the number of closed sales also rose, according to CNBC.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

AGC, ARTBA, AASHTO and others want the US Treasury Dept. to clarify use of American Rescue Plan spending.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

This Award-Winning Las Vegas Kitchen Pairs Culture With Custom Design. ldeakins. Tue, 11/30/2021 - 10:10. The two-story property integrates classic Chinese principles. Constructed by Merlin Custom Home Builders and designed by Eric Strain and April Mahn, a 7,400-square-foot home in Las Vegas integrates Chinese history and culture with its balance of the five universal natural elements: fire, water, earth, metal and wood.

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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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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Ladakh has a long and harsh winter season when temperatures hit as low as -30°C (-22°F). These long winters reduce the cropping season to barely four or five months in a year. Other factors include low precipitation largely in the form of heavy snowfall, high wind velocity, sparse plant density, thin atmosphere with high volumes of UV radiation and a fragile ecosystem.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Housing Markets to Watch in 2022. ldeakins. Tue, 11/30/2021 - 10:14. Forbes reveals its list of the hottest housing markets for the new year. From small metropolitan centers of the U.S. to suburban communities, the hottest housing markets of 2022 are defined by the most appealing sales-to-list price ratios, median sale prices, and for-sale inventory over a 5-year period.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Photos courtesy Rockfon. By Gary Madaras, PhD. The need to decrease indoor noise levels and improve auditory comfort, speech intelligibility, and sound privacy by specifying high-performing, sound-absorbing surfaces or objects is well-established in building standards, guidelines, and rating systems. Building owners and occupants expect their spaces to function well acoustically, even if they do not verbalize this during the design phase or the building is not required to comply with any specifi

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

U.S. Migration Patterns Affected by Pandemic. ldeakins. Tue, 11/30/2021 - 09:44. Whether fleeing high-case areas, moving in with family, or responding to housing insecurity, many Americans relocated mid-pandemic. Though a large share of Americans decided to move during the pandemic and in the months that followed, the number of change-of-address requests submitted to the US Postal Service was not significantly different from years past, according to Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies.

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Work Gearz

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

A plumber’s job is to make your life easier by fixing, repairing, and maintaining broken pipes, leakages, and everything else that is directly related to water supply into your homes and offices. They work with tools and instruments that require a special skill set and knowledge on the know-how of plumbing. It is not an easy job and demands a lot from them physically, which can be dangerous on certain levels.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

DoorBird - Smart Home starts at the Front Door. kcichowicz. Tue, 11/30/2021 - 10:43. DoorBird is the smart solution for every house entrance. Simply connect the DoorBird IP Video Door Station to a smartphone and talk to every visitor. The IP Video Door Station can be used as a stand-alone unit or can be integrated into an existing Smart Home platform.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

The Port of Savannah recently served the largest vessel to call the U.S. East Coast, the CMA CGM Marco Polo. At 1,200 acres, the Port of Savannah’s Garden City Terminal is North America’s largest single container terminal. Learn more. The post CMA CGM Marco Polo Breaks Record at Port of Savannah appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

5 Ways to Create Stress-Free Spaces. kcichowicz. Tue, 11/30/2021 - 11:29. Now more than ever, people want their homes to promote and support their mental well-being. However, they don't feel like their needs are always being met in the current market. Here are five things to keep in mind in order to create those desirable stress-free spaces in your next community.

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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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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Despite pleas from Canada and U.S. buyers such as contractors, the Biden administration has doubled tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber and economists say the action by the Commerce Department will further increase prices and constrain product supplies.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Meet ZEEL®, offering a flush glazed look in any slab. Available now. kcichowicz. Tue, 11/30/2021 - 13:03. ZEEL ® is a sleek, versatile doorglass frame that blends seamlessly into the entry door allowing the glass to take center stage. The clean, low-profile look offers an alternative to flush glazed doors that provides all the benefits of a frame system.

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