Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 31, 2019

The skilled labor shortage, new technologies and the possibility of construction jobsites on Mars are the stories that got our attention in July.

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Construction Dive

JULY 31, 2019

These prototypes solve a common drawback of traditional cool roofs by including attributes that adjust with the seasons.

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BD+C

JULY 31, 2019

Bark parks, bicycle kitchens, bowling alleys, dog washing stations, golf simulators, karaoke rooms, on-site daycare, Peloton cycling studios, pickleball courts, refrigerated food lockers, surfboard storage units.

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Construction Dive

JULY 31, 2019

Using ParaZero’s SafeAir Parachute System, the contractor said it worked with the agency for more than a year to address safety concerns.

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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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Stok

JULY 31, 2019

Do you feel engaged at work? If the answer’s no, don’t worry, you’re not alone. In fact, you’re in the majority: 66% of workers in America are not engaged , meaning they’re not involved in, enthusiastic about, and committed to their work and workplace. That breaks down into 53% of workers are not engaged and 13% are actively disengaged, meaning they have miserable work experiences.

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BD+C

JULY 31, 2019

Analysts at Lodging Econometrics (LE) reported for the second quarter of 2019, the total U.S. construction pipeline climbed to 5,653 projects/693,207 rooms, up 6% by projects and 9% by rooms year-over-year (YOY). Pipeline totals are just 230 projects shy of the all-time high of 5,883 projects/785,547 rooms reached in the second quarter of 2008. .

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Construction Dive

JULY 31, 2019

The firm's new platform uses sensors to gather data straight from the construction site.

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Business Facilities

JULY 31, 2019

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Superfund Redevelopment Initiative (SRI), launched in 1999 with the goal of returning formerly contaminated lands to long-term sustainable and productive reuse for communities across the country. Returning Superfund sites back to productive use has resulted in dramatic changes in communities by improving the quality of life, raising property values, and providing needed services to communities.

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BD+C

JULY 31, 2019

The Bryant, a 62-unit affordable and supportive housing development in the Bronx, will include 37 units reserved for families coming from New York City’s domestic violence shelters. Services for families who are homeless due to domestic violence will also be included.

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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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Business Facilities

JULY 31, 2019

Auto Truck Group, a work truck upfitter specializing in the design, manufacture and installation of truck and van equipment, will build an all-new production facility in southwest Allen County. IN. The Illinois-based company will invest more than $6 million in the 72,865-square-foot facility, enabling Auto Truck Group to continue growing and to create up to 50 new jobs by the end of 2022.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 31, 2019

Terex second quarter net sales reached $1.3 billion, up 4 percent versus the second quarter of 2018. Global sales increased 8 percent compared to the second quarter of 2018. Q2 2019 income from continuing operations was $81.6 million.

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Construction Dive

JULY 31, 2019

Kuney Construction and Stacy and Witbeck will design and build the 3.4-mile extension in downtown Redmond, Washington.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 31, 2019

Hensel Phelps is currently using Propeller, a drone and analytics platform, to perform 3D modeling site surveys and track, map, and measure the job site while building the Daniel K. Inouye Airport in Honolulu.

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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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Business Facilities

JULY 31, 2019

The Port of South Louisiana, founded in 1960, has grown in size and strength to become the largest tonnage port in the Western Hemisphere as well as, according to a recent report by international shipping magazine Fairplay, the 16th ranked port in the world out of 5,000 ports. The Port of South Louisiana’s mission is to promote maritime commerce, trade, and development along with establishing industrial facilities resulting in job creation and a stronger tax base for the region.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 31, 2019

Case and Tidewater Equipment supported Team Rubicon in a service project and equipment training exercise at Camp Martha Johnson, a Girl Scouts camp in Lizella, Georgia.

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Stok

JULY 31, 2019

While we love good intentions, the design of a high performance building doesn’t mean much if it doesn’t operate at the performance standard it was designed to. All too often, building performance is the focus of the design phase but left to chance in operations. When controls programming and operational issues aren’t caught and addressed once a building goes online, it may lead to wasted energy and higher utility bills, as well as reduced occupant comfort and lower productivity.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 31, 2019

Toro has added the TRX-250 and TRX-300 to its up TRX line of walk-behind trenchers, which feature Intelli-Trench technology. The TRX-250 has a 24.5-horsepower Toro engine, and the TRX-300 has a 26.5-horsepower Kohler EFI engine. Maximum forward speeds are 2.4 and 2.

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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.

Contractors

Digger Blog

JULY 31, 2019

Lynch Plant Hire headquarters in Hemel Hempstead is the venue for a fun-packed family day for digger drivers and their kids – and it’s totally free!

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ENR Construction

JULY 31, 2019

Construction companies face the same challenges as technology companies and must be willing to embrace new delivery means and methods for their services. just as Netflix embraced streaming over mail-delivered DVDs.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 31, 2019

Primary Beam: Primary beam stands for a horizontal beam that joins columns (simply supported or shear connected) to transmits the load of a structure from secondary beam (when exist) to the columns right away. Generally, primary beams are found in a regular building structure. The depth of the primary beams remains higher as compared to secondary beams.

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ENR Construction

JULY 31, 2019

This year's Mountain States Best Projects winners were selected from a total of 156 entries from across the region, the most in the history of the awards competition.

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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!

Contractors

Revit OpEd

JULY 31, 2019

I've got a collection of mugs and glasses from Autodesk University AUGI Beer Bashes. I've just been moving them from house to house for years and have decided to part ways with them. Next week I'm just going to drop them off at a local good will location. Mugs: Pilsner Pint Glasses: I offer them up here on the off chance someone is a collector and might want one/some/all.

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Green Industry Professionals

JULY 31, 2019

Don't be burdened by fleet and equipment tracking inefficiencies, high fuel consumption, maintenance issues, or driver communication problems. Eliminate your problems and create new potential for your business.

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BD+C

JULY 31, 2019

The best designs have a specific direction right from the start. The Pablo Center at the Confluence in Eau Claire, Wis., was constructed to fit into its site where the Eau Claire and Chippewa rivers meet, using traditional and practical façade features, including insulated metal panels from Metl-Span.

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Green Industry Professionals

JULY 31, 2019

We're telling our customer's stories of overcoming common business issues, including controlling costs, theft, improving driver accountability, and enhancing customer service. These challenges are met with innovative GPS fleet and equipment.

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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!

Construction

BD+C

JULY 31, 2019

The U.S. Green Building Council-Los Angeles Chapter ( USGBC-LA ) has chosen its first technology solutions under its Net Zero Accelerator program. The program’s goal is to identify viable net zero building technologies, position them for success, and accelerate their market entry throughout the Los Angeles region. The 13 technologies were selected from 68 applicants from 11 countries.

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Green Industry Professionals

JULY 31, 2019

GPS Fleet & Equipment Tracking Software can help you address your biggest challenges. Find your business growth potential with a system that increases safety, security, and profitability.

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Stok

JULY 31, 2019

Do you feel engaged at work? If the answer’s no, don’t worry, you’re not alone. In fact, you’re in the majority: 66% of workers in America are not engaged. That breaks down into 53% of workers are not engaged, meaning they’re not involved in, enthusiastic about, and committed to their work and workplace, and 13% are actively disengaged, meaning they have miserable work experiences.

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