Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
What to Consider When Leasing Heavy Equipment. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 02/12/2021 - 07:32. Purchasing new equipment can be a big investment, no matter the business size. Fortunately, there are options to consider when you’re in need of a new machine. The best way to move forward is to take time examining your financial options—it will benefit your bank account in the short and long term.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
30%-50% OFF Facilities Repair, Renovation, and Maintenance Costs on an ongoing basis is possible for real property owners who elect to support integrated construction planning, procurement, and project delivery. This can be achieved by implementing LEAN principles with readily available tools and services. Owners can create an environment in which lead times and overall project delivery time are shorter, productivity is increase, and changed orders are virtually eliminated.
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Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
What Will 2021 Look Like for Your Construction Firm? Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 02/12/2021 - 07:06. It’s probably premature to look at 2021 and simply say, “Well, it certainly can’t be as bad as 2020, right?” There is no shortage of natural disasters, diseases, world-shattering events, etc. that could easily pop up like Cousin Eddie dropping in for the holidays.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
A Cornell University student, a high schooler from California, a college student at the University of Southern California (USC) and a high schooler from Washington state are the winners of the 10th annual American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s (ARTBA) “Student Transportation…
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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.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
The Market Trends Driving the Transportation Industry in 2021. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 02/12/2021 - 07:19. As the turbulent economy of 2020 enters its final stretch, businesses are experiencing uneven patterns of equipment investment demand depending on which market sectors they serve. Equipment and software (E&S) investment collapsed 27.7% (annualized) in the second quarter of 2020, the sharpest decline since the Great Recession.
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Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
The fresh-prepared meal delivery service company will invest $3.2 million to open its first Southeastern U.S. facility in Austell, GA. - Read: Freshly Inc. To Create 250 Jobs In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com.
PC Construction
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
These images, all taken on the same day, clearly illustrate the Lean flow of work going from one batch area to next. When people are asked what they remember about the year 2020, the first. The post Martins Point Health Care Clinic: Adapting, Flowing, and Continuously Improving first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.
Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Top Sustainable Features Buyers Want. cbroderick. Fri, 02/12/2021 - 09:06. Homebuyers say energy efficiency is a top priority when searching for a home, according to a survey by The National Association of Home Builders. After surveying 3,000 recent and prospective homebuyers over the summer, NAHB identified Energy Star-rated features, an Energy Star rating for the whole house, and efficient lighting were the top preferred features.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Manitou Group is launching a new brand dedicated to its parts offerings. Since it changed the strategy of its commercial brands, namely Manitou, Gehl, and MustangbyManitou, Manitou Group has begun the process of simplifying its spare parts offer.
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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.
Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Home Demand Has Broadened and Strengthened, Says Taylor Morrison CEO. cbroderick. Fri, 02/12/2021 - 08:58. Taylor Morrison’s CEO told CNBC that the housing market’s strength has broadened, a shift from several months ago when the builder saw the most interest from Millennial buyers. The home building giant reported a 6% year-over-year increase and revenue of $1.6 billion last quarter.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Hard hat lights come with a range of features like adjustable brightness, different light modes, and rechargeable batteries. The best hardhat light for you depends on the activities you need it for, and the conditions you’ll encounter.
Civiconcepts
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
The word gypsum came from the Greek word gypsos which means ‘chalk’ or ‘plaster’. The gypsum found in the quarries of the Montmartre district of Paris was processed and brunt gypsum used for various purposes, which earned hemihydrate gypsum the name of plaster of Paris. The gypsum is a very soft mineral composed of calcium… Read More » What is Gypsum Plaster- Types, Use, Pros & Cons.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
The $133 million building complex will be part of the $2.74 billion Central Vista government redevelopment in New Delhi, the nation’s capital.
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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?
Natural Building
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
The San Isidro Permanent Education Project at Rancho El Pardo is located 3 km from the town of Tlaxco, Mexico, in a beautiful pine-oak forest that 40 years ago was an eroded area. They demonstrate construction of cob, straw-clay, straw bales, ecological toilets and much more. These photos show part of their campus. You can find out more about what they are up to at www.proyectosanisidro.com.
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
The January / February 2021 Issue features our annual State of the Year and Deal of the Year awards. Plus, our editor's top utility picks, the future of electric vehicles, and more. - Read: January / February 2021 Issue (Volume 54, Number 1) at BusinessFacilities.com.
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Concrete Release Agent: Releasing agents are coatings added to the surface of the formwork prior to concreting , in order to allow quick removal of formwork or shuttering. If the appearance of the concrete surface is relevant, it is important to take care of the finishing surface of the shutter. The finished concrete surface will reflect any flaws on the ‘shape’ surface, such as vibrating poker called ‘burns,’ differing properties in the form-face material, and signs of i
Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Bidding Wars Are Top Reason Active Buyers Remain Unsuccessful. cbroderick. Fri, 02/12/2021 - 09:00. Nearly 70% of active buyers still searching for a home last quarter have spent up to three months on the hunt, with most blaming getting outbid. The National Association of Home Builders began tracking the reasons active buyers have remained unsuccessful since the beginning of 2018.
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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.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
CoMotion panel discussed high-speed rail, congestion pricing and electric vehicles.
Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Los Angeles Addresses Homelessness with Tiny Home Village Project. cbroderick. Fri, 02/12/2021 - 09:03. As a direct response to the city’s fast growing homeless population, Los Angeles opened the doors to its first pilot interim housing project last week, the Chandler Boulevard Bridge Home Village. The village features 40 tiny prefab homes with 75 beds total, social services, and shared outdoor spaces.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Lien Waver Management: Managing Lien Wavers between GC’s and Subcontractors is a key part of timely and accurate payment, as well as fostering good will between GC’s and Subs that will result in repeated project work between the two.
Learn Civil Engineering
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
A permanent shelther constructed for residential, office, entertainment, commercial or other purposes is called a building
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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!
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
In an industry as complex and competitive as construction, it’s vital to maintain a productive and efficient project workflow.
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Staying on track with each team’s progress at every stage is a never-ending mission for every project manager and site foreman out there. Regardless of the type or size of your project, you always need to have a full overview of the progress made on site and communicate critical issues in an efficient and effective way. Excel, WhatsApp, Messenger, and email are some of the tools that many project teams in the industry use to stay connected.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
ANDRES Construction is a value-driven builder based in Dallas, Texas.
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Introduction of Bond Beam Block vs. Lintel Block: Bond beam is a horizontal structural element which is generally provided above the brickwork to strengthen the wall. In this article, you will get to know about the Bond beam blocks and lintel blocks. What Is a Bond Beam? The Bond beam blocks are the horizontal concrete masonry units. The bond beam imparts horizontal strength in the walls.
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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!
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Processing applications for payment, or pay apps, should be easy.
Contractor Bookkeeping
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Every small construction business owner knows how challenging it is to cut down expenses without somehow compromising internal or external quality. Regardless of your business's nature, the first step to reducing your overhead costs is to take the time to go through every single expense you have. Next, assess which ones are necessary for your business to operate smoothly, what can be trimmed down, and what can be eliminated.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
But opponents' federal court challenge keeps work on hold in western Maine
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