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Spotlight on Digital Construction Week 2017: Innovation in Construction

Lets Build

The construction industry in UK is on the right track towards gaining digital maturity. There has been a lot of interest in various digital technologies and the proof of it was seen in Digital Construction Week 2017. The event has been considered the only event series in the UK that.

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Movement of Groundwater and its Effects on Foundation Design

The Constructor

What is the effect of groundwater movement on design of pile foundations? How to manage groundwater movements to prevent its future movements? Read.

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Exploring empathy in architecture: Put yourself in your student’s shoes

BD+C

Architecture is something that is often pursued as a response to a need; a need for shelter, security, fellowship, work, healing, or learning. A building always has some kind of specific purpose, and that purpose frequently impacts people. People are enigmatic and inherently complex, which can make it difficult to design for a larger population. The first step in tackling this challenge is in seeking to understand people's unique circumstances on a deeper level.

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How to Inspect Painting Works in Building?

The Constructor

Is there any procedure or method statement or guideline for inspection of painting works in buildings? Read More at How to Inspect Painting Works in.

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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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A more intense shade of green

BD+C

One of Burns & McDonnell’s recent projects was the Hawaii Air National Guard Squad operations and training campus at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The LEED Platinum project was designed for zero-net energy use. Burns & McDonnell developed an energy-conservation investment program for the integration of photovoltaic arrays. The building also is resilient enough to withstand hurricane forces.

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First View of the Musk Tunnel

Construction Equipment

Elon Musk posted the first photo of his high-speed subway tunnel on Saturday. The Boring Company began work on the tunnel that will eventually run from under Musk's Spacex location in Hawthorne, California parallel to Interstate 405 to Interstate 101. . In his post, Musk said his traffic solution “will work like a fast freeway, where electric skates carrying vehicles and people pods on the main artery travel up to 150 mph, and the skates switch to side tunnels to exit and enter.

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What is launching apron in river training works?

The Constructor

What is launching apron in river training works? Read More at What is launching apron in river training works?

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Real estate giant launches global tenant health and wellness certification initiative

BD+C

Global real estate developer Tishman Speyer says it will adopt the Center for Active Design’s (CfAD) building certification system Fitwel. Fitwel provides design and operational strategies to improve building occupant health and productivity. Operated by CfAD, the program was created by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the General Services Administration.

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Business development: How many prospects should you pursue? It’s quantity more than quality

Construction Marketing Ideas

There’s an image that sets me to think of sales success frustration. A new sales representative goes to his manager, and says: “Where should I start to find leads” and the manager hands him the phone book (or now, would refer him to a massive internet directory). “Go call,” would be the very bad advice. […].

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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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AIA course: Multifamily security design tips

BD+C

Four certified security professionals offer 38 tips on how to keep your next rental or condominium project as safe as possible. This course will discuss major security-related principles in the design and construction of multifamily projects. Discover measures to improve exterior and interior security measures. LEARNING OBJECTIVES.

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Ample, Affordable Renewable Energy Brings Apple To Iowa

Business Facilities

Content Sponsored By. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds welcomes Apple CEO Tim Cook to Iowa, as a new Apple data center is announced. Apple announced it will build a new $1.375 billion data center in Waukee, Iowa, which will be 100 percent powered by wind energy. While there are a number of reasons Apple chose Iowa (second lowest cost of doing business in the nation, high quality workers, to name a few), there’s one reason that is unique to the Hawkeye State – Iowa is the easiest state in the country for c

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AIA selects recipients for the 2017 Innovation Awards

BD+C

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Innovation Awards honor new practices and technologies that will further enable project delivery and enhance data-centric methodologies in the management of buildings for their entire lifecycle, from design, to construction and through operations.

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NHTSA Seeking Comments on Driver-less Safety Regs

Construction Equipment

The National Highway Traffic-Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced last Friday it is focusing on autonomous vehicles on the nation's roads and is looking for comments on how best to test and deploy self-driving vehicles.

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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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The Select breakaway

Digger Blog

Explore Plant Hire has been spun out of Laing O’Rourke’s Select division. Explore Plant Hire has been spun out of Laing O’Rourke’s Select division.

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Emphasis on Apprenticeships

Construction Equipment

In an agreement between the city of Columbus, Ohio, and the Columbus Building & Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO, contractor bids to build the city's new $8 million fire station will include consenting to work within the specifications of Mayor Andrew Ginther's community benefits plan. The plan establishes goals specifying 25 percent of work on the firehouse would be done by residents of Franklin County and surrounding counties, and 20 percent of the work would be done by Columbus reside

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Construction Employment Increases in 250 out of 358 Metro Areas between August 2016, 2017

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction employment increased in 250 out of 358 metro areas between September 2016 and September 2017, declined in 56 and stagnated in 52, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials noted that continued strong demand for construction is placing new strains on an already tight construction labor market. “Construction firms in many parts of the country continue to expand to keep up with demand fo

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Columbus Emphasizing Apprenticeships

Construction Equipment

In an agreement between the city of Columbus, Ohio, and the Columbus Building & Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO, contractor bids to build the city's new $8 million fire station will include consenting to work within the specifications of Mayor Andrew Ginther's community benefits plan. The plan establishes goals specifying 25 percent of work on the firehouse would be done by residents of Franklin County and surrounding counties, and 20 percent of the work would be done by Columbus reside

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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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Become a Landscape Industry-Accredited Company

Green Industry Professionals

The new Landscape Industry-Accredited Company designation is the mark of excellence at the company level.

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Water/Environment Best Project (tie): Port Everglades Wetlands Restoration

ENR Construction

To expand Port Everglades, the facility arranged for the construction of the Southport Turning Notch, a series of five new berths designed to handle the future influx of Super Post Panamax Container cargo ships.

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Texas Lawn-Care Workers Die of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Green Industry Professionals

A father and son found dead inside their lawn-service van died from carbon monoxide poisoning, not exposure to chemicals.

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CES presented a $25,000 check to Florida Hospital Cancer Institute

Contractor Magazine

Orlando-based Comprehensive Energy Services, Inc. presented a $25,000 check to Florida Hospital Cancer Institute Altamonte at CES’s 11th Annual Charity Golf Tournament.

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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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Renovation/Restoration Best Project: The Pizitz Building

ENR Construction

After nearly three decades of dormancy, a 92-year-old downtown Birmingham landmark has been reborn as an 11-story mixed-use facility with 143 apartments, 13,000 sq ft of office space and a mezzanine-level open-concept food hall showcasing the city’s best culinary entrepreneurs.

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Hurricane impact: 41 states see construction unemployment rate improvement in Sep.

Contractor Magazine

The not seasonally adjusted (NSA) national construction unemployment rate was 4.7 percent in September, down 0.5 percent from a year ago and the second lowest September rate on record.

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Tech Start-up Sets Sights on Autonomous Earthmoving

ENR Construction

Tech start-up Built Robotics is running trials of a fully autonomous skid-steer loader in California.

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BF Location Video: Cape Coral – A Market on the Rise

Business Facilities

Cape Coral: A Market on the Rise. Ranked as the top location in the U.S. for job gains, this city has much to offer. According to recent census data, Cape Coral, Florida’s population jumped by 16%, to more than 175,000 year-round residents. With an average of 266 days of sunshine a year, it’s no wonder Cape Coral continues to grow with rapid speed.

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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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Weekly Product Gallery: Trucks and accessories

Contractor Magazine

This week’s gallery highlights trucks and accessories: a multi-purpose work/cargo van with a class-exclusive front-wheel-drive system; an interior-mount loading ramp that is a maintenance-free alternative to hydraulic liftgates; a heavy-duty double grip-lock ladder rack; a cargo van that offers fuel options such as biodiesel, FlexFuel-capable E85 and compressed natural gas; a truck bed fiberglass cover for well-organized storage; and a medium-duty truck with a wide stance and compact, lighter di

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Atlanta Braves' SunTrust Park Hits a Home Run

ENR Construction

Builders of the Southeast Project of the Year overcame a daunting schedule and unexpected site challenges to deliver a standout facility.

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Be on the Safe Side: SUV Hits Landscaping Trailer, Injures Two Workers

Green Industry Professionals

The SUV hit one worker while he was driving the lawn mower off of the trailer, while the other was hit by the mower.

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