Sextant – Types and Uses
The Constructor
MAY 31, 2019
A sextant is an instrument used for measuring the angle between two visible objects. Both horizontal and vertical angles can be measured using a.
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California labor officials cite sub for $598K of unpaid wages, hold GC responsible for $69K
Construction Dive
MAY 31, 2019
The state's department of industrial relations has fined a general contractor for a portion of one of its subcontractors' unpaid wages under a new state law.
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How IoT Makes Job Sites Safer
Construction Equipment
MAY 31, 2019
As construction developers and contractors continue to adopt Internet of Things (IoT) solutions to cut costs and build faster, one industry-wide goal is to ensure workers are aware of how to effectively automate the process.
Las Vegas Stadium Co. official outlines key project challenges
Construction Dive
MAY 31, 2019
Chief Operating Officer Don Webb told local media about elements of the Raiders' NFL project that keep him awake at night.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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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.
RELi 2.0 standard for sustainability, resilience being piloted
BD+C
MAY 31, 2019
The RELi 2.0 standard , which combines resilience and sustainability, is available for pilot project use. Similar in structure to U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system, RELi is based on a system of points and prerequisites organized according to eight categories: — Panoramic Approach (which covers pre-planning, discovery, and systems thinking). — Hazard Preparedness.
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Award-winning remote control mowers conquer all terrains
Green Industry Professionals
MAY 31, 2019
Dvorak designed its Spider all-terrain mowers with powerful gas engines and a low center of gravity, so they’re highly maneuverable.
[VIDEO]: Construction to Begin on World’s First 3D-Printed Neighborhood
Construction Equipment
MAY 31, 2019
The world’s first 3D-printed community is set to begin construction in Latin America, designed for families living on less than $200 a month.
Five Basic Construction Accounting Tasks To Complete Every Month
Contractor Bookkeeping
MAY 31, 2019
Proper construction accounting is all about the details. The answers you need to operate and grow your company are in reports. Everything starts with cash because "cash is fact, profit is an opinion." All transactions in the bank account of your construction accounting system no matter if it is QuickBooks or Xero, must be assigned to the proper accounts: Income.
Students Design Hard Hats for the Future
Construction Equipment
MAY 31, 2019
Construction engineering firm Clayco is vetting manufacturers to produce the “hard hat of the future,” according to an article in Building Design + Construction.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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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.
Staying Successful Means Taking Risks
Contractor Magazine
MAY 31, 2019
Not one of the 100 companies on our Book of Giants list got there by resting on their laurels.
Pankow Foundation releases report, tools for embodied carbon impacts
BD+C
MAY 31, 2019
The Charles Pankow Foundation has released a study and tools to calculate embodied carbon impacts on building interior work. The documents focus on Mechanical - Electrical - Plumbing (MEP) and Tenant Improvements (TI). “The recurring nature of MEP and TI installments are important to consider, especially in the context of the full building lifespan,” according to a Pankow Foundation news release.
New Voices Emerge in Industry's Push for Workforce Growth
ENR Construction
MAY 31, 2019
Diversity issues extend more widely, and up the chain of command, for the more than 750 women and men at ENR's GWIC talent management conference
How Productive is Your Crew?
Green Industry Professionals
MAY 31, 2019
Small improvements in efficiency can reap large rewards in productivity and profitability. Download this productivity eBook to find out how GPS vehicle tracking can help improve the productivity of your crew through improved dispatching and.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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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?
April Construction Unemployment Rates down in 49 States Year over Year, Says ABC
Construction Superintendent Magazine
MAY 31, 2019
In April, for the second month in a row, estimated not seasonally adjusted construction unemployment rates fell nationally and in 49 states on a year-over-year basis, according to an analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data by Associated Builders and Contractors. Mississippi was the only state with an increase, where construction unemployment rose from 9.2% in April 2018 to 10% in the most recent report.
May / June 2019 Issue (Volume 52, Number 3)
Business Facilities
MAY 31, 2019
The May / June 2019 Issue looks at locations that are making foreign direct investment an economic development priority. Plus, our editor's picks for tech hubs, and an exclusive interview with Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards. - Read: May / June 2019 Issue (Volume 52, Number 3) at BusinessFacilities.com.
Starting out in the doghouse
BD+C
MAY 31, 2019
In 1897, ten years before Oklahoma gained statehood, oil erupted from a well near what is now known as Bartlesville, a small town on the Caney River in the northeast region. Looking for their fortune, companies flocked to the Indian Territory, bringing with them a flood of settlers. The excitement was overwhelming and long lasting. With this first eruption of “black oil,” exploration of the region broadened over the years.
Are You Using a Document Management-Based Software System for a Process-Based Job?
ENR Construction
MAY 31, 2019
Several years ago, digitization became the battle cry for construction companies who wanted to be on the frontier of the construction technology wave. That was a good start. But it's time to look deeper now.
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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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.
General Motors, Bechtel Collaborate to Create Nationwide EV Charging Network
ENR Construction
MAY 31, 2019
The nascent partnership could seek funding from third party investors to build a nationwide network of fast-charging stations.
GM, Bechtel Collaborate to Create Nationwide EV Charging Network
ENR Construction
MAY 31, 2019
The nascent partnership could seek funding from third party investors to build a U.S. network of fast-charging stations.
New Voices Emerge in Industry's Push for Workforce Growth
ENR Construction
MAY 31, 2019
Diversity issues extend more widely, and up the chain of command, said a record turnout of more than 750 women and men at ENR's GWIC talent management conference in San Francisco.
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