The Korte Company
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Logistics dominates today’s consumer economy. Whether it’s fresh food, cell phones, mail or socks, businesses are more reliant on warehouses and distribution centers than they’ve ever been. The value of these facilities cannot be overstated. They protect inventory and, when built right, improve on the efficiency with which that inventory is received, sorted, retrieved and shipped.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Acquisition of projects in the construction sector is generally done through the process of bidding. It requires a shrewd mind and years of.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Worker safety, adapting to change and technology and innovation driving the future of the construction industry were some of the themes we saw highlighted in industry news throughout February. As construction continues to navigate at a Jekyll and Hyde sort of landscape — business models are changing, industry challenges still remain, yet project opportunities show no signs of slowing down and innovation is leading to expansion — keeping tabs of key trends is more important than ever.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
A groyne is a rigid hydraulic structure built from shore (in case of seas) or built from the bank (in case of rivers) to dissipate the wave energy or.
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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.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
A Viewpoint on Construction, Modern Takes on a Transforming Industry. Season 2 — Episode 2: Construction Economics and the State of the Industry. Anirban Basu, chairman and CEO at the Sage Policy Group, Inc., joins the podcast and discusses the economic trends and leading indicators that contractors need to watch in order to be successful. Basu, who serves as the chief economist for the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) and the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) notes t
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
?Anirban Basu, chairman and CEO at the Sage Policy Group, Inc., joins the podcast.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
The History of Job Order Contracting. While early attempts to improve public procurement processes are noted to have begun in 1982 at the NATO Operations in Europe, it wasn’t until the U.S. Air Force refined the process (and called is SABER) that Job Order Contracting began to resemble the LEAN construction services procurement and delivery method it has become today.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Continued Safety Incidents Highlight Need for Better Oversight.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Shorten Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction Services Procurement Time by Two (2) to Six (6) Months or More! Learn more… The post Shorten Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction Services Procurement Time by Two (2) to Six (6) Months or More! appeared first on 4BT.
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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.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
State Attorney General Maura Healey is just one state official trying to get construction companies to pay up after cheating their workers out of pay.
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
The all-terrain vehicle parts manufacturer will create 75 news jobs at its new Shreveport, LA manufacturing and distribution center. - Read: SuperATV Investing $4.35M In Louisiana at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Having completed work for Phase 1 in 2017, the general contractor was selected for the next landside portion of the more than 1 million-square-foot phase of mixed-use waterfront development.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
High-income renters are now the fastest-growing segment of the housing population, according to a study by Apartment List. The number of households who earn six-figures and choose to rent has grown 48% over the past decade, the study found. Multi-family construction has quadrupled since 2010 and now exceeds pre-recession levels, with most of the activity on the high end.
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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?
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
The Trimble XR10 hard hat enables workers in safety-controlled situations to access holographic information on the job site. The hat incorporates the Microsoft HoloLens, and is the first device created with the Microsoft HoloLens customization program, according to Trimble.
The Korte Company
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
There was a time when education didn’t matter much; when you could live a nice life on little more than good sense and a decent work ethic and when finishing farm chores was a lot more important than finishing high school. Ask Ralph Korte, our founder. He knows all about that. He lived it. But a few things happened early in his life that changed his mind, spurred his hunger to learn and put his fledgling construction company on the path toward the success it enjoys today.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
The rooftop park and artificial ski slope that will top Bjarke Ingels Group’s (BIG) Amager Bakke waste-to-energy plant, in operation since 2017, is set to open in April. In addition to the BIG-designed ski slope, the rooftop will also feature a nature-filled park, designed by SLA Architects.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Matthew Beasley, former president of contractor Cobas Inc., submitted fake invoices to his bank in order to be able to draw on a business line of credit.
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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.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
After beginning construction in 2014, the renovation of Tampa International Airport’s Main Terminal has completed. The $154-million renovation of the Main Terminal and concessions program was one of the largest elements of the first phase of the airport’s overall master plan expansion. It enhances the passenger experience, improves wayfinding, and expands concession options for travelers.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Ram Truck has collaborated with Cummins to up the output of the 6.7-liter Turbo Diesel to 1,000 lb.-ft. The High Output Cummins, with 400 horsepower, and two others are now available in 2019-model Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups.
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
The company will invest $5 million in an expansion of its Advanced Technology Center in San Antonio, TX. - Read: Accenture Federal Services Adding 500 New Jobs In Texas at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Skyjack has unveiled its new range of full size terrain scissor lifts: the SJ9233, SJ9243, SJ9253, and SJ9263 RT. The SJ9253 is the company’s largest scissor lift to date, with a working height of 59 feet, and is the first in its new full size rough terrain range.
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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!
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Know when it's time to get out the price list, and when it's time to listen and say, 'OK.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Technology and mobile connectivity have gone a long way toward fixing problems with the traditional design and construction process, but only a business model with volume production can reduce risk and deliver results that can truly offset unexpected events.
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Andy Dupuy will succeed C. Rockwell Turner who remains a member of the executive committee.
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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!
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
New grid modernization efforts are announced every week. What is the purpose of that work and how much work is out there for contractors and engineers?
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
The 2632R and 3246R electric scissor lifts have been added to the R series. Both comply with 92.20 ANSI design standards and feature active pothole protection with single-limit switch and harness for increased ground clearance.
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