Solar Roof Tiles: Features and Benefits
The Constructor
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Solar roof tiles are mini solar panels that are installed in a way similar to traditional roof tiles. Just like solar panels, they are made out of.
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Prioritizing School’s Needs for ESSER Funds
Wolgast Corporation
OCTOBER 13, 2021
There are so many decisions to make as schools get back to in-person learning and doing everything they can to make school safer, catch students up from remote learning, and expand mental health accommodations, among other needs. School leaders, administrators, and teachers have so much on their plates, oh, and are also dealing with volatile views from parents about how to handle it all.
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2021 Top 600 Specialty Contractors: Firms Feel Pandemic's Pinch
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
For the first time since the 2010 housing crisis, total revenue for Top 600 firms decreased. Read the complete report about productivity, costs, bottlenecks—and what executives say.
What Is a TPU Toe Cap?
Work Gearz
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Are you out there searching for a safety toe shoe? Well you are bound to come across a wide array of safety toe shoes with safety toe caps made of diverse materials which are designed for unique requirements. One such variant is the TPU Toe cap. If you are wondering what exactly is this TPU Toe cap and what are its pros and cons, we are happy to help you.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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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.
2021 Top 600 Specialty Contractors: Firms Feel Pandemic's Pinch
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
For the first time since the 2010 housing crisis, total revenue for Top 600 firms decreased—from $151.3 billion last year based on 2019 revenue to $145.9 billion this year based on 2020 revenue—a drop of 3.57%. Of the 540 firms that filed surveys this year and last, 50.6% saw revenue fall. Consequently, median revenue for firms is down even more, dropping 8.56% to $83.74 million this year, from $91.58 million last year.
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Award of Merit Renovation/Restoration: The Foundry
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
An ambitious plan to transform a 50-year-old, 13-story office building into a 16-story, mixed-use residential development was nearly stymied at the outset when asbestos was discovered in nearly half of the interior walls as well as in the sealant used to glue drywall to columns. .
Upgrades To Be Made At Kentucky’s Southwest One Industrial Park
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 13, 2021
The Product Development Initiative project will include construction of 120,000-square-foot building pad-ready site at the Marshall County property. The post Upgrades To Be Made At Kentucky’s Southwest One Industrial Park appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
Ottawa Issues Notice of Default to $1.7B Rail Line Team Over Derailments
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
JV of SNC Lavalin, EllisDon and ACS Infrastructure are under scrutiny related to a 30-year Confederation Line maintenance contract and design and construction issues, but one observer also questions the city's project specifications.
September / October 2021 Issue (Volume 54, Number 5)
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 13, 2021
The September / October 2021 issue looks at startup ecosystems, innovation centers and Opportunity Zones. Plus, an exclusive interview with North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper. The post September / October 2021 Issue (Volume 54, Number 5) appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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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.
Excellence in Safety Award of Merit: National Institute of Standards and Technology Building 245 Modernization Task Orders 1 and 2
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
NIST’s 1960s-era radiation physics laboratory has been augmented with a four-story, 75,000-sq-ft wing containing nearly 40 specialized and purpose-built laboratory modules with 2,500 sq ft of Class 10,000 clean room space.
Goldman Sachs Forecast Suggests Home Price Increase
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Goldman Sachs Forecast Suggests Home Price Increase. ldeakins. Wed, 10/13/2021 - 09:20. Continuing strong demand may cause an even greater rise in U.S. house prices. A recent Goldman Sachs forecast projects that national house prices could increase a further 16% by the end of 2022, driven by one of the longest housing shortages to ever affect the U.S. economy.
Award of Merit Higher Education/Research: Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Located in the heart of the Virginia Tech Carilion (VTC) School of Medicine campus, the $75.7-million, 145,000-sq-ft facility serves as a model for biomedical and behavioral science. .
Where Were the Homeownership Gains?
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Where Were the Homeownership Gains? mbeirne. Wed, 10/13/2021 - 10:16. Households under 35 years old experienced the fastest growth in homeownership than any other age group during 2019. Households under 35 years old experienced the fastest growth in homeownership than any other age group during 2019, according to the Federal Reserve Board. The Fed’s Survey of Consumer Finance also found that overall, 42% of households had home mortgage debt compared with 37% with auto loan debt. .
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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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?
Employee Resource Groups and Immigrants
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
I spent most of my formative years in Shiraz, a city in southwest Iran famous for the gardens, poets, art and hospitality of its people. Social clubs and organizations were almost non-existent.
Are You Doing Enough in Your Houses for Pet Owners?
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Are You Doing Enough in Your Houses for Pet Owners? mbeirne. Wed, 10/13/2021 - 10:20. The lesson is that pets have grown in number and in status to warrant changes to our built environment. Well, some airports are. Deryl Patterson, of Housing Design Matters, shares observations, like pet relief stations, and other features she saw recently at the airport in Washington, D.C., that can be applied to housing design.
Award of Merit Water/Environment: Little Patuxent Water Reclamation Plant Biosolids Addition
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
The $92-million, eight-year project used cutting-edge wastewater treatment technology and facilities within a constrained footprint, all while maintaining plant operations within strict discharge quality standards throughout construction. .
Top 45 Greatest Constructions of Gothic Architecture in World | What Is Gothic Architecture | Unique Features Of Gothic Architecture
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Introduction of Gothic Architecture. Since the day the human left caves and started living in houses, the birth of architecture occurred. From that day to the modern era, many types of architectural style has been invented, established, and then disappeared from this world leaving different pieces of its existence at different places of the earth. Examples of some of these architectural styles include classic architectural style, Romanesque Architecture, Baroque Architecture, Brutalist Architect
Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business
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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.
Award of Merit Office/Retail/Mixed-Use: 2100 L St
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Clad in floor-to-ceiling glass curtain wall and veiled with stainless steel architectural metal screening, Washington’s newest trophy office building has close ties with the historic Thaddeus Stevens School next door. .
Jumbo Loans Are Near 2008 Again
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Jumbo Loans Are Near 2008 Again. mbeirne. Wed, 10/13/2021 - 10:25. Originations of large jumbo loans that exceed the conforming limits set for Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae could hit a level this year that hasn’t been seen since the run up to the 2008 credit collapse. Originations of large jumbo loans that exceed the conforming limits set for Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae could hit a level this year that hasn’t been seen since the run up to the 2008 credit collapse, according to a weekly report from B
Award of Merit Residential/Hospitality: The Glenmere at The Village of Rockville
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Given the project’s location in an existing senior housing community, the team safeguarded residents particularly vulnerable to COVID-19 as well as its own staff. .
Tight Housing Market Causes Supply Issue
Pro Builder
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Tight Housing Market Causes Supply Issue. ldeakins. Wed, 10/13/2021 - 09:02. Some analysts say too many houses are being built— homebuilders disagree. A discrepancy between population decline and building rates for single-family and multi-family homes is generating greater market competition and driving up prices for house hunters. . Though market analysts and homebuilders seem to disagree on the necessary output of new homes, the current supply is simply not meeting a rising demand according to
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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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!
Award of Merit K-12 Education: Jefferson Middle School Academy
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Located in a developing neighborhood, the school offers students, teachers, parents and the community an opportunity to engage in spaces that support education.
Construction Economics for October 18, 2021
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics.
Spanish Fork Hospital
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
The 33-bed, 235,000-sq-ft hospital reduces the distance that patients in this growing community must travel for health care services.
Boston Developer Sues Contractor Alleging Delays That Cost Millions
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Contractor John Moriarty & Associates has filed to place liens on the property, alleging project payments it still is owed.
Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High
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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!
Pulse: Project News for the Week of October 18, 2021
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
The Arkansas Highway and Transportation Dept. is planning to carry out the Gill Street and Railroad Overpass improvement project in Little Rock.
Boston Developer Sues Contractor Alleging Construction Delays That Cost Millions
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
The contractor, John Moriarty & Associates, has filed to place liens on the property, alleging it's still owed money for the project.
Skanska/Traylor JV Tapped for $1.6B NJ Bridge Replacement
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Team chosen from four shortlisted will replace the 110-year-old Portal swing bridge with a fixed-span structure.
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