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What is negative pore water pressure in soil?

The Constructor

What is negative pore water pressure in soil? The post What is negative pore water pressure in soil? appeared first on The Constructor.

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The office building of the future should be an essential part of its community

BD+C

Originally appeared on Gensler.com. . Over the past 70 years, the workplace has evolved slowly but surely. In the past 5 months, that evolution has accelerated far more dramatically because of the health, social, and economic upheavals we're currently experiencing. When the dust settles, the office is going to look and feel like a different place than the one we left in March. .

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PRIMED Chooses Cambridge, Ontario For Medical Manufacturing Facility

Business Facilities

The new facility will produce both ASTM-rated surgical masks and N95 respirators in a phased scale-up process to support Canada’s healthcare systems. - Read: PRIMED Chooses Cambridge, Ontario For Medical Manufacturing Facility at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Engineering and Const. Costs Fall in August

Construction Equipment

Engineering and construction costs fell in August, according to IHS Markit and the Procurement Executives Group (PEG). The current headline IHS Markit PEG Engineering and Construction Cost Index registered 41.8 in August, another drop from July’s figure of 43.4.

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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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Could This Be the Sustainable Neighborhood of the Future?

Pro Builder

Could This Be the Sustainable Neighborhood of the Future? cbroderick. Fri, 09/04/2020 - 09:51. A new five-million person city, powered by clean energy and featuring an abundance of green spaces, may become the model for sustainable living. The city plans to be located 80 miles southwest of Beijing, and its plan is spearheaded by the Chinese government, according to Fast Company.

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Puerto Rico Electric Grid Rebuilding Pushes Forward

ENR Construction

New Integrated Resource Plan Puerto Rico lands after three years of anticipation, devastating hurricanes, and shaky power

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Grade Control Added to Deere L Series Tractor Loaders

Construction Equipment

The John Deere 210L and 210L EP Tractor Loaders are now available with grade control-ready and grade indication factory options.

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Rebuilding Power Grid in Louisiana After Hurricane Laura Becomes Major Infrastructure Effort

ENR Construction

All nine transmission lines that deliver power to the Lake Charles, La., area were knocked out of service during the hurricane.

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How to Use Rate Analysis for Concrete Calculator | Rate Analysis for Concrete Calculator | Material Calculation in Rate Analysis of Concrete

CivilJungle

What is Rate Analysis? The basis of arriving at a correct and reasonable rate per unit. Work or Supply for a particular item following its specification and detail survey of materials, labour, equipment, etc. as.

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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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Traditional Adobe Building in Columbia

Natural Building

Adobe is one of the few materials whose production, lifespan, and disposal results in net-zero carbon emissions. In this article we will highlight the use of adobe in Araukaria Arquitectura’s project El Encuentro on the outskirts of Bogota, Colombia which has a humid, rainy climate. Adobe block walls, unlike rammed earth, can be built rather narrow.

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6 must reads for the AEC industry today: September 4, 2020

BD+C

1. 10 Design will redevelop the Nanjing Dajiaochang Airport (BD+C) . "The redevelopment has been designed with the central theme of echoing the past while reflecting the future for the city of Nanjing. The winning design features three interconnected buildings linked by a sunken street, incorporating office, retail, and cultural spaces.".

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How to Use Rate Analysis for Concrete Calculator | Rate Analysis for Concrete Calculator | Material Calculation in Rate Analysis of Concrete

CivilJungle

What is Rate Analysis? The basis of arriving at a correct and reasonable rate per unit. Work or Supply for a particular item following its specification and detail survey of materials, labour, equipment, etc. as required for the unit work and their prevailing rates may be called as an analysis of rate. How to Use Rate Analysis for Concrete Calculator.

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Updated selection, application guide for plastic glazed skylights, sloped glazing released

BD+C

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) recently released an updated document on the value and effective application of plastic glazed skylights and sloped glazing in building design. It includes the features and benefits of different plastic glazing materials. It is the second update to AAMA PSSG-20 , Selection and Application Guide for Plastic Glazed Skylights and Sloped Glazing , originally published in 2016.

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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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Hip Roof Vs Gable Roof | What Is Gable Roof | What Is Hip Roof

CivilJungle

While there are dozens of possible roof designs to consider for a new or newly remodeled home, there are two, in particular, that stand out for their enduring popularity and timeless appeal: hip and gable roofs. But what exactly are modern, gabled roofs? What is the difference between them and what are the pros and cons of each? In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about these types of roofs.

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Real Estate Agents: To Increase Sales, Builders Need To Be More Flexible

Pro Builder

Real Estate Agents: To Increase Sales, Builders Need To Be More Flexible. cbroderick. Fri, 09/04/2020 - 09:42. Real estate agents want home builders to work with them more on new homes, according to a recent study conducted in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Agents say they would sell more new homes if showing them to prospective buyers was easier, according to HomesUSA.com.

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$1B Hydropower Project on India-Nepal Border Advances with Contracts

ENR Construction

Firms now set to complete 900 MW-Arun III hydroelectric dam, long delayed by environmental and cost issues.

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Low Mortgage Rates Are Not Enough to Keep Buyers Looking

Pro Builder

Low Mortgage Rates Are Not Enough to Keep Buyers Looking. cbroderick. Fri, 09/04/2020 - 09:47. Due to rising home prices, the end has come for those to take advantage of low mortgage rates to afford a home. For the week ending September 3, an average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage came out to 2.93% reports Realtor.com. While still low, the rate continues to drive buyers into the market though low inventory and higher prices will just as easily push buyers out.

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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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Construction sector adds 16,000 workers in august but nonresidential jobs shrink

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Bidding Wars Continue to Rage On

Pro Builder

Bidding Wars Continue to Rage On. cbroderick. Fri, 09/04/2020 - 10:05. For the fourth month in a row, Redfin reports more than half of homes listed on the site ended in a bidding war. Listings which received at least one competing gig in August hit 54.5%, dropping just under 3% from July's rate. Competition remains high in coastal cities such as San Diego and San Jose/San Francisco, but also Salt Lake City.

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Puerto Rico Electric Grid Rebuilding Pushed Forward

ENR Construction

New Integrated Resource Plan Puerto Rico lands after three years of anticipation, devastating hurricanes, and shaky power

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Does Shaving Cream Work to Break in Boots?

Work Gearz

Everyone we know own boots, even if it is a single pair. Boots are indeed a wonderful creation and we wish to buy as many as we can because they are durable, stylish, and protect our feet. With the numerous styles and varied features, it is quite tough to resist ourselves from buying them. However, the one big drawback for most boots is the strenuous break-in period.

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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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Breaking: Pace of Construction Jobs Rebound Slows Slightly in August

ENR Construction

Industry adds 16,000 positions during the month, but total employment still down by 294,000 year over year.

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Hydroproject on India-Nepal Border Advances with Contracts

ENR Construction