Fri.Mar 01, 2019

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Musk almost ready to unveil new tunneling machine

Construction Dive

The Boring Co. founder said the Line-Storm, reportedly able to dig continuously as opposed to the 10 minutes per hour current machines operate, could be ready in as little as a month.

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Why Trade Shows Are Valuable To Your Construction Business (Featuring Seattle Home Show Spring 2019)

Contractor Bookkeeping

Organizations and industries, no matter the career discipline, is fully invested in coordinating and taking part in conferences, summits, expos, and exhibits. Industry trade fairs are remarkably relevant to construction company owners because it leverages traditional marketing practices without being intrusive (because your target market comes to you), fosters real, solid relationships, and promotes camaraderie among your associations.

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Job Order Contracting Resources

Job Order Contracting

A wide range of Job Order Contracting Resources are now available to enable any public sector facilities owners to consistently procure and deliver quality renovation, repair, and construction services on-demand, on-time, and on-budget. LEAN Job Order Contracting Resources. LEARN MORE… The post Job Order Contracting Resources appeared first on 4BT.

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Work Boot Trends to Watch in 2019

Construction Business Owner

Wolverine's Work Boot Trends to Watch in 2019.

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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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What happens downtown doesn’t stay downtown: The ripple effects of a strong center city

BD+C

My colleagues and I have recently settled into a new office overlooking the activity of downtown Minneapolis ten stories below. This means a lot to me: for more than a decade before joining Stantec at its then-suburban campus, I served as the City of Minneapolis’s downtown planner.

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What happens when downtown doesn’t stay downtown? The ripple effects of a strong center city

BD+C

My colleagues and I have recently settled into a new office overlooking the activity of downtown Minneapolis ten stories below. This means a lot to me: for more than a decade before joining Stantec at its then-suburban campus, I served as the City of Minneapolis’s downtown planner.

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VIDEO: More Women Breaking into Construction

Construction Equipment

More women are beginning to make their mark in the male-dominated construction industry, according to an article on CBS Local New York.

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$1 billion Boston hospital project to include extensive disaster resiliency features

BD+C

Massachusetts General Hospital’s planned $1 billion expansion in Boston will include many features to cope with a natural disaster. The goal is to create a structure where patients and staff could potentially shelter in place for four days. A hospital spokesperson cited lessons learned from Hurricanes Katrina and Sandy in creating a new wing to be able to withstand a disaster and function afterwards.

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Hitachi Program Improves Excavation Accuracy

Construction Equipment

Hitachi has released Hitachi Grade Guidance, integrated and developed in cooperation with Topcon. According to the company, Grade Guidance is a “one-stop shop” solution that helps complete precision-excavation more efficiently.

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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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How to protect yourself from hidden mold problems during a purchase of a hotel

BD+C

Most prospective owners involved in the process of acquiring a hotel property understand that some renovations may be necessary, but aren’t prepared for hidden moisture and mold damage that will exponentially escalate repair costs. Unfortunately, this kind of oversight happens repeatedly during hotel transactions because the due process that is followed doesn’t include the interaction of building systems that actually cause moisture and mold damage.

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Key Elements of Landscape Design: Spatial Planning and Tree Layouts

Green Industry Professionals

Check out some of the key elements of landscape design and learn why you should never randomize the placement of trees.

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U.S. cities have become more dangerous for bicyclists and pedestrians

BD+C

Across the U.S., cities are encouraging residents to walk and bike more, but these activities can be deadly. That’s because roads are still dominated by fast-moving vehicular traffic. Since 2010, cyclist fatalities have increased by 25%, and pedestrian deaths have skyrocketed by 45%.

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ZKTeco Investing $5M In Georgia

Business Facilities

The RFID and biometric technology security solutions manufacturer will create 40 jobs as it relocates and expands its U.S. headquarters to Alpharetta. - Read: ZKTeco Investing $5M In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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BFGoodrich Tires Launches Tradesmen Support Program

Contractor Magazine

Nationwide program throws BFGoodrich support behind America’s skilled trades.

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Tips to Keep Tier 4 Engines Operating at Peak Performance

Construction Equipment

Off-highway and on-highway equipment powered by Tier 4 engines feature engine technology that requires more preventive maintenance attention than prior engine technologies. Therefore, the following steps are recommended to maximize the performance of Tier 4 engines. Use ultra-low-sulfur diesel.

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Workhuman Adding 150 New Jobs At Dublin HQ

Business Facilities

The Irish technology firm is growing its workforce as part of a $4.5 million expansion of its headquarters. . - Read: Workhuman Adding 150 New Jobs At Dublin HQ at BusinessFacilities.com.

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JLG Debuts ClearSky Access Control

Construction Equipment

JLG ClearSky Access Control platform is an optional safety tool that allows rental companies to safeguard their machines, and add protection to end users by preventing unauthorized personnel from accessing equipment.

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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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Keeling Appointed Interim CEO of the National Association of Landscape Professionals

Green Industry Professionals

The long-time vice president of the association will ensure a smooth transition during the search for a permanent successor.

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Allmand Bros. Maxi-Air 100, 375, 400 Air Compressors

Construction Equipment

Maxi-Air 100, 375, and 400 portable air compressors have an oversized rotary air screw end that allows the units to run at low rpm, which the company says extends life and is fuel efficient. The 100 delivers 115 psi at maximum working pressure, and is powered by a Kubota D1005 engine.

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How to measure crackwidth caused by bending

Construction Cost Estimating

Cracking in reinforced concrete structures normally occurs because of various factors like bending, shear, twisting, axial tension, and restraint from movement. As the tensile strength of concrete is weak, so the cracking is inevitable. Cracking normally stands for a serviceability limit state problem. Besides, damaging concrete, the cracking also leads to stability issues, and leakage problem in water retaining structures.

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Allmand Bros. Maxi-Power 65, 150 Generators

Construction Equipment

The Maxi-Power 65 and 150 mobile generators deliver 63 and 150 kVA prime power, respectively. The 150 is powered by a John Deere 6068HFG05 engine, and the 65 with an Isuzu 4JJ1X engine. Runtime at full load is 28 and 24 hours, respectively.

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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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Construction Contractors Lose Confidence in Q4, Remain Upbeat Heading into 2019

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction industry leaders remained predominantly confident about the nonresidential construction sector’s prospects during the final quarter of 2018, according to the latest Construction Confidence Index released by Associated Builders and Contractors. Sales expectations remained especially upbeat during the fourth quarter, though the proportion of contractors anticipating significant sales increases in the following two quarters dipped by five percentage points.

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CE Exclusive: A Talk With Wirtgen CEO Domenic Ruccolo

Construction Equipment

The dueling “Worlds” of concrete and asphalt have come and gone with subtle signs of John Deere’s integration of Wirtgen after 2017’s surprise $5.

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Majority of Economists Think the U.S. Will Enter a Recession by 2021

Green Industry Professionals

Though the economy has been robust—marked by strong consumer spending and low unemployment—signs of a slowdown have surfaced.

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Doosan Portable Power LCV6, LCV8 Light Towers

Construction Equipment

The LCV6 and LCV8 light towers feature a small-body design and vertical mast that allow for greater maneuverability and ease of transport.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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Bobcat Nitrogen Breakers

Construction Equipment

Six nitrogen breaker attachments cover all of the company’s compact excavators, CTLs, skid steer loaders, and mini track loaders. The breakers feature a long piston stroke and relatively minimal recoil, the company says.

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Wacker Neuson AP1850e, AP1840e Battery-powered Vibratory Plate Compactors

Construction Equipment

The AP1850e and AP1840e series of battery-powered single-direction vibratory plate compactors are designed for use in new commercial interior or indoor renovation projects, poorly ventilated areas such as trenches and tunnels, and projects with strict emission and noise guidelines, as well as…