Mon.Feb 15, 2021

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Reduce Carbon Emissions in the Built World with the One Tree Pledge

Construction Business Owner

Reduce Carbon Emissions in the Built World with the One Tree Pledge. Alex Headley. Mon, 02/15/2021 - 14:19. In 2020, 6 weeks into being quarantined due to the COVID-19 pandemic, on the morning news, I saw a photo of the Himalayan Mountains taken from over 100 miles away. Because of smog and pollution, the site had not been viewed from this distance for over 30 years.

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Contractors Holt, Plaza Shift CEOs; Energy Giant TechnipFMC Spins Off Engineering as New Firm

ENR Construction

AECOM adds two group CEOs and rehires SVP, as analysts weigh firm structure and strategy to boost growth, margins

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10 Symptoms Indicating You May Need Guidance When Using QuickBooks

Construction Business Owner

10 Symptoms Indicating You May Need Guidance When Using QuickBooks. Elizabeth Manning. Mon, 02/15/2021 - 22:38. We spend a lot of time helping construction companies using QuickBooks get their books in order, and we see a lot of the same mistakes over and over again. I often tell business owners that QuickBooks is a software program, not a substitute for an accountant or experienced bookkeeper.

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KBIS/IBS Virtual Shows Postponed

Contractor Magazine

Due to technical problems, both virtual exhibit halls have been postponed; virtual programming, education sessions to continue.

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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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Who Assumes Responsibility for an Injured Worker?

Construction Business Owner

Who Assumes Responsibility for an Injured Worker? Alex Headley. Mon, 02/15/2021 - 13:36. In spring 2020, the world slowed to a halt as the coronavirus pandemic reared its head. Despite many industries shutting down, many construction projects continued to move forward — even in the face of concerns related to the ability of COVID-19 to spread among individuals in close proximity.

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Understanding the Employer’s Legal Duty to Employee Safety & Health

Construction Business Owner

Understanding the Employer’s Legal Duty to Employee Safety & Health. Alex Headley. Mon, 02/15/2021 - 13:21. You’ve attended the webinars on navigating COVID-19. You’ve read the trade publication tips. You have implemented measures to protect your workers. So, you’re ahead of the game, right? Well, you’re certainly ahead of the Florida sheriff who reportedly instructed his employees not to wear masks in the office.

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Can You OIL Suede Boots?

Work Gearz

Can you oil suede boot is a question that can attract many different answers. All backed with adequate proof. Considering suedes aren’t the cheapest shoes out there, it’s essential to maintain them for long periods. For the sake of every girl and guy out there who loves and appreciates their suede, we decided to go down the oily road and find out. After conducting our study, we have established that YES, it’s possible to oil suede boots provided the conditions are right.

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How to Choose the Right Excavator

Construction Business Owner

How to Choose the Right Excavator. Alex Headley. Mon, 02/15/2021 - 07:20. Excavators are more powerful, productive and durable than ever before. To keep up with their continued popularity, equipment manufacturers have introduced models that can be tailored to your specific needs. But with so many options, how do you select an excavator that’s right for you?

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Should You Trust Construction Market Forecasts? Not In My Opinion.

ENR Construction

The survey process does a disservice to timely business decision-making by companies.

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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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How to Choose the Right Excavator

Construction Business Owner

How to Choose the Right Excavator. Alex Headley. Mon, 02/15/2021 - 07:20. Excavators are more powerful, productive and durable than ever before. To keep up with their continued popularity, equipment manufacturers have introduced models that can be tailored to your specific needs. But with so many options, how do you select an excavator that’s right for you?

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Contractors Holt and Plaza Shift CEOs; Giant TechnipFMC Spins Off Engineering Unit Feb. 16

ENR Construction

AECOM adds transportation, program management CEOs as it releases first-quarter results with improving margins.

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How Many Cement Bags Per Square Metre for Plastering | Cement Plastering | Cement Mortar Ratio | Plastering Work | Cement Consumption in Plaster

CivilJungle

Introduction of Cement Plastering: Cement plastering is the process in which the cement mortar is applied to the surface of the wall to protect it from the penetration of water and other aggressive environmental conditions. In this article, we will see how to calculate the amount of cement & sand required for plastering and how to calculate the cement sand quantity for brickwork.

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Contractors Holt, Plaza Shift CEOs; Energy Giant TechnipFMC Spins Off Engineering Biz

ENR Construction

AECOM adds two unit CEOs and new Senior VP, shares new structure and strategy to boost growth, margins

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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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What Is MDF | Advantages of MDF | Disadvantages of MDF | MDF Properties | Application of MDF | How to Waterproof MDF | What Is MDF Made of

CivilJungle

What Is MDF? Medium-density fiberboard is often a form of composite wood material. A lot of people relate to that as MDF. Wood residues are being used to start making the MDF board. It is widely used in furnishings attempting to make both residential as well as commercial construction. MDF is cost-effective and expenses a fraction of the cost of natural wood.

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ENR MidAtlantic Top Design Firm Survey Goes Live

ENR Construction

June's print edition of ENR MidAtlantic will include the annual rankings of the region’s Top Designer Firms.

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ENR New England Launches Top Design Firm Survey

ENR Construction

May's print edition of ENR New England will include the annual rankings of the region’s Top Design Firms.

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Viewpoint: How Selective Forecast Optimism Delays Contractor Downsizing for Downturns

ENR Construction

The survey process does a disservice to timely business decisionmaking by companies.

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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.