Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

It’s better to fix the systematic root of a safety hazard before you try to fix safety attitudes. That’s why a system-based safety approach, where you fix an issue through system alterations, is the best way to launch a safety program. In this episode, we talk with Jeffrey Citrone , Manager Health and Safety Compliance at KAHUNA Ventures LLC , about how to go about implementing a system-based approach to safety.

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Civiconcepts

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Coarse Aggregate Test Aggregates are the most basic material used in construction. Whether you’re constructing a parking lot, driveway, or sidewalk, the foundation of the infrastructure requires high-quality aggregate. Aggregates … Aggregate Testing | 7 Test On Aggregates | Coarse Aggregate Test Read More ».

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

This 175-year-old church required a unique combination of expertise to preserve and restore intricate historic elements while incorporating new building infrastructure technology.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

On September 9, 2021, the President issued Executive Order 14042 , which applies new rules – including vaccination mandates – to Federal contractors and subcontractors. EO 14042 does not include a weekly testing option and is therefore a true vaccination mandate. The rule defines “Federal contractor” very broadly. As a result, the rule likely covers most companies doing business with the Federal Government, including employees of those businesses even if those employees are working from home

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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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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Located beneath three active rail lines at Rotterdam Junction, N.Y., the 107-ft-long reinforced concrete pedestrian tunnel is among the last components to complete the 750-mile Empire State Trail.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Challenges of this project included incorporating new MEP systems, a building-wide air barrier and other modern comforts while maintaining the nearly 90-year-old structure’s historic status.

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Work Gearz

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Cargo pants are as fashionable as never before, making a major comeback and along with style, they bring functionality, making them the ideal pair of pants for the workplace, as well as outdoor activities. When it comes to workwear, they are truly essential for your wardrobe thanks to cargo pockets to allow you to carry along accessories and small tools or items necessary for your job.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

In spite of 2020 challenges that included shuttering non-essential construction sites, the construction sector in New York and New Jersey completed scores of noteworthy projects—a number of which achieved recognition as ENR New York 2021 Best Projects.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The state-of-the art Watertown facility supports L3Harris’ strategic growth initiatives, is expected to create 250 jobs over the next four years. The post L3Harris Opens $110M Ontario Facility appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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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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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

After hosting numerous memorable sporting events during its 40-year history, the Carrier Dome achieved a landmark of its own with the replacement of its original air-supported roof—the last of its kind in the U.S.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Single-Family Permits Increase in September. ldeakins. Tue, 11/16/2021 - 10:18. What rising year-over-year rates mean for record-high housing demand. Year-over-year single-family permits increased in nearly every U.S. state for the month of September, according to the NAHB’s Eye on Housing. A 21.2% YoY increase was reported from September 2020, and year-to-date permitting also saw substantial growth for the first 9 months of 2021, particularly in the South.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Set atop two landfills that had restricted visual and physical access to Jamaica Bay, the 407-acre park helps visitors enjoy the site’s natural beauty with elements of ecological restoration.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Single-Family Rental Prices Rise in the Third Quarter of 2021. ldeakins. Tue, 11/16/2021 - 10:22. Where growing demand is driving up prices for single-family rental units across the country. Year-over-year national rent prices increased 10.2% for the month of September after only a 2.6% rise in September 2020, CNBC reports. Demand for single-family rentals is particularly strong with rising prices in the for-sale housing market as well as improved job growth in the third quarter of 2021. .

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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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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

By installing a pilot pile for the settling Millennium Tower's troubled foundation repair, Shimmick Construction hopes to prove the efficacy of revised construction methods so that work can continue without triggering accelerated building settlement.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Canoo investments will bring nearly 550 new jobs to Bentonville and Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas; more than 700 to Oklahoma. The post EV Maker Canoo Picks Arkansas For HQ, Continues Growth In Oklahoma appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The decade long project to replace water siphons serving residents of Staten Island in New York City produced multiple challenges for the construction team.

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Earlier this month I participated in a webinar titled Designing Highly-Sustainable Buildings featuring the Sketchup software team, along with Sefaira, a plugin that calculates various aspects of energy use pertaining to the design. A representative from an architectural firm that uses the software explained how they go about their designing, which is mostly for commercial projects.

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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.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Known as the Spiral, the 66-floor skyscraper in Hudson Yards used two main hoisting towers to quickly transport workers and material.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

On September 9, 2021, the President issued Executive Order 14042 , which applies new rules – including vaccination mandates – to Federal contractors and subcontractors. EO 14042 does not include a weekly testing option and is therefore a true vaccination mandate. The rule defines “Federal contractor” very broadly. As a result, the rule likely covers most companies doing business with the Federal Government, including employees of those businesses even if those employees are working from home

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Built in 1928 as the Leverich Towers Hotel, the Brooklyn Heights property gained fame for two decades as the pregame home of the Brooklyn Dodgers.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act includes $7.5 billion in grants for governments to consider public-private partnerships for electric vehicle charging stations, among many other investments. The post Infrastructure Investment And Jobs Act: Impact For State, Local Projects appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine.

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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 16, 2021

The move broadly expands the tool manufacturer's presence in the construction software space.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Discover the latest updates to Autodesk’s construction software. Our product team continues to pinpoint valuable ways to improve your favorite Autodesk products. I’m excited to share the launch of over 50 new feature releases and enhancements across Autodesk Construction Cloud products. From creating higher quality designs to speeding up RFI workflows, the latest product updates within Autodesk Construction Cloud can be found below.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

This waterfront hotel—the first to be built in Camden in more than 50 years—is part of a mixed-use urban neighborhood on the banks of the Delaware River that will include up to 1.2 million sq ft of office space, apartments, retail and an upgraded public park.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

See the latest updates to Autodesk Build. As Autodesk Build continues to support the successful management of projects around the world, we’ve been working behind the scenes to make it more powerful, more useful, and more valuable in its ability to connect teams to the data they need, when they need it. In the last few months, our team has been preparing to release over 25 new updates, features, and enhancements this month—all geared towards helping you better connect your teams, data and

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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!

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The 850,000-sq-ft project consists of two residential buildings connected by a mixed-use podium and surrounded by an acre of public open space along the Brooklyn waterfront, helping transform the area from its industrial roots to a dynamic gateway neighborhood.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Why Biden’s ‘Build Back Better’ Program Is Getting Mixed Reactions From Housing Experts. ldeakins. Tue, 11/16/2021 - 10:13. With a potential affordable housing solution on the horizon, all eyes turn to rising inflation. After monthly increases in the Consumer Price Index with a 0.9% rise in October, the pace of inflation has hit a 31-year high, Realtor.com reports.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

At 900 ft tall, this luxury residential condominium is New Jersey’s tallest building. With more than 780 units, the limestone and glass curtain wall clad skyscraper’s wing shape maximizes views and provides a slender profile on the skyline.

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