Wed.Aug 29, 2018

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Good Safety Signage

FDR Safety

There are good safety signs, bad safety signs and those that don’t tell you anything. An example of a “bad safety sign” is shown to the right. Notice the horrible placement and lack of context on the sign itself. Historically, the foundation for “good safety sign” contains symbols with few or no words, with the words or symbols being placed so they make sense to a person seeing the sign for the first time.

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Viewpoint: The Continuing Rise of Women in Construction

ENR Construction

More AEC firms are realizing the multiple benefits of diversity and have increased their recruiting and promotion of women into leadership roles.

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Unpacking BIM: How contractors can reap the rewards of a digital workflow

Construction Dive

BIM isn't a turnkey solution, a Yates executive says, but there's potential payoff for contractors that coordinate all the people, software and processes involved.

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Finding the Equipment Management Sweet Spot

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Capturing accurate equipment information is a challenge that many contractors face. Data collection and analysis has traditionally been a manual process, and many times information would slip through the cracks leading to equipment being poorly maintained, overused or even retired before necessary. For firms engaged in heavy construction work, maintaining a healthy equipment fleet is both vital for project success as well as being one of the largest capital expenses.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

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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How To Create Effective Safety Signage

FDR Safety

There is good safety signage, bad safety signage and those that don’t tell you anything. An example of a “bad safety signage” is shown to the right. Notice the horrible placement and lack of context on the sign itself. Historically, the foundation for “good safety signage” contains symbols with few or no words, with the words or symbols being placed so they make sense to a person seeing the sign for the first time.

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Finding the Equipment Management Sweet Spot

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Owning vs Operating: Maximizing Construction Equipment Productivity and Profitability.

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Soil Contamination and its Impact on Indoor Air Quality

GCP Applied Technologies

Soil Contamination and its Impact on Indoor Air Quality. Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 08/29/2018 - 11:19. GCP Applied Technologies. August 29, 2018. People can be exposed to soil contaminants in a number of ways, including: Breathing VOCs that intruded into the home or into the outdoor air. Absorbing chemicals through their skin when coming in contact with soil.

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Dubai plans to 3D print 25% of every new building by 2025

BD+C

Dubai is going all in on 3D printing. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, recently launched the “Dubai 3D Printing Strategy,” an initiative that will set up Dubai as a leading hub of 3D printing and technology by the year 2030.

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Virginia Lands Its Largest Capital Investment Project In Modern History

Business Facilities

Micron Technology will invest approximately $3 billion and create 1,100 new jobs with its expansion in the City of Manassas, VA. - Read: Virginia Lands Its Largest Capital Investment Project In Modern History at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

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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Wearables' ROI is in safety and insurance, expert says

Construction Dive

Construction companies — along with their workers and insurance companies — see the potential for safety improvements through wearables but still yearn for more evidence of returns on investment.

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Tech investment at the Bobcat Innovation Center

Digger Blog

Over the past 12 months, Korean manufacturer Doosan has invested more than 1m in production and testing technology at its Bobcat Innovation Center in Dobris in the Czech Republic. Over the past 12 months, Korean manufacturer Doosan has invested more than £1m in production and testing technology at its Bobcat Innovation Center in Dobris in the Czech Republic.

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Brighton Marine is the largest veterans’ development constructed in Boston since World War II

BD+C

The Residences at Brighton Marine, a $46 million TOD community located in Boston, will provide 102 mixed-income apartment homes for veterans. The project is a joint venture between WinnDevelopment and non-profit veteran network community Brighton Marine.

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Atlanta Gulch could receive $2B incentive package

Construction Dive

Developer CIM Group is reportedly planning a "mini-city" with up to 9 million square feet of office space, 1 million square feet of retail, thousands of apartments and hotel rooms and a Fortune 500 company's new headquarters.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

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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The power of public speaking: How to apply it for marketing and business development

Construction Marketing Ideas

Public speaking, especially to an audience of potential clients, can be one of the most effective ways to build your business and professional reputation. There are several advantages in mastering public speaking skills, including: Much more effective final stage interviews/presentations If you are comfortable and skilled in speaking in front of an audience of 25, […].

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Demolition chief faces bribery charges

Construction Dive

Rufus Taylor, ex-chief of Cleveland's Demolition Bureau, allegedly solicited and accepted bribes from contractors in exchange for information that would win them city projects.

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VIDEO: Training Videos, FAQs Help With Silica Standard

Construction Equipment

OSHA has released a set of training videos and frequently asked questions (FAQs) on its standard for respirable crystalline silica in construction. The OSHA silica standard for construction (29 C.F.R. § 1926.

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Lab welcomes contractors to try out technology

Construction Dive

Oracle has invited AEC professionals to its Innovation Lab for hands-on experience with drones, AR tools and more in a real-life setting.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

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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Overhaul of I-25 to Lessen Traffic, Widen Shoulders

Construction Equipment

Denver’s $350 million Interstate 25 Gap project is set to begin this week, aiming to unclog the highway by adding one new toll lane in each direction. Currently, the 18-mile road is a frequent carrier of traffic during rush hour.

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Tech Toys: DroneDeploy, Viewpoint, more unveil upgrades

Construction Dive

A drone mapping tool uses machine learning to generate 3D images and Hadrian X rounds third base on its way to full-scale robotic construction.

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Engcon Partners With Kobelco and Leica on Tiltrotator

Construction Equipment

Tiltrotator and attachment maker Engcon, based in Stromsund, Sweden, is teaming with Kobelco and Leica on an automatic height and tilt function for its Kobelco tiltrotators.

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6 innovative multifamily products

BD+C

. 1. MINIMAL HARDWARE CREATES A SLIDING SHOWER DOOR WITH A MODERN AESTHETIC.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

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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Ditch Witch, MetaFLO Partner on Spoils Solution

Construction Equipment

Ditch Witch has partnered with MetaFLO Technologies to provide a solution to the highly regulated and costly problem of dumping liquid spoils from directional drilling.

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Inspire Brands Creating Over 1,100 Jobs With New Georgia HQ

Business Facilities

Over the next six years, the multi-brand restaurant company will invest approximately $32 million in its new Sandy Springs, GA headquarters. - Read: Inspire Brands Creating Over 1,100 Jobs With New Georgia HQ at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Caterpillar Engineers Begin Hands-On Training at Pima College

Construction Equipment

Caterpillar engineers have begun learning the basics of machining and welding under an educational partnership, providing them hands-on experience with fabrication.

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Florida Project Could Help Address Runoff, Algae Blooms

ENR Construction

Heavy rainfall this spring overwhelmed Everglades infrastructure and required operators to discharge nutrient-laden water from Lake Okeechobee to South Florida’s east and west coasts.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

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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Burns & McDonnell embarks on aggressive growth path

BD+C

Burns & McDonnell, which ranked third among Engineering/Architecture firms on BD+C’s 2018 Giants list, is launching an ambitious growth campaign that includes hiring at least 1,000 employees annually “for the foreseeable future,” and increasing the size of its World Headquarters in Kansas City, Mo., by 22%. By year’s end, Burns & McDonnell expects to have 6,650 employees, more than half of whom will be working outside of Kansas City.

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$2.5B Worth of Flood Control Work Underway in Puerto Rico

ENR Construction

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is starting work on a massive scope of flood control projects in Puerto Rico that are expected to help protect communities from damages inflicted by flooding like that caused by hurricanes Maria and Irma.

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The 2018 IAPMO solar and swimming pool codes now available

BD+C

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials has released 2018 editions of the Uniform Solar, Hydronics, and Geothermal Code (USHGC) and Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa, and Hot Tub Code.

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