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Metal Beam Crash Barrier: Material, Construction, and Advantages

The Constructor

Metal beam crash barriers are an efficient road safety device that protects the vehicle and its occupants in the event of an accident and acts as an.

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Sustainability VIPs 2021

Construction Business Owner

Sustainability VIPs 2021. Alex Headley. Wed, 09/01/2021 - 07:30. As the demand for more sustainable building continues to increase, and the practice of green building becomes increasingly more profitable, construction today is positioned to lead the world by example. The industry already understands the importance of and need for sustainable practices, and it’s time we talk more about it.

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Plum Concrete: Applications and Procedure of Laying

The Constructor

Plum concrete, also termed cyclopean concrete or rubble concrete, is a mixture of wet concrete and a plum (large size, strong, and clean natural.

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Top 10 outdoor amenities at multifamily housing developments for 2021

BD+C

For multifamily developers, and their building teams, getting the amenities mix right could make or break the success of their multifamily housing developments. Ongoing research by BD+C 's sister brand, Multifamily Design+Construction (MFDC), aims to help developers, owners, architects, and other project team members identify proven and trending multifamily amenities. .

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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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Snapshots: 60 Seconds with Eric Voyles, TexAmericas Center

Business Facilities

Eric Voyles, Executive Vice President & Chief Economic Development Officer, TexAmericas Center, discusses military site remediation, impact of COVID-19 on development, and low-cost, reliable electricity. The post Snapshots: 60 Seconds with Eric Voyles, TexAmericas Center appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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What Is Standard Door Size | Standard Door Height | Standard Door Width | Standard Door Frame Size

Civiconcepts

What Is Door? A door is defined as a hinged frame structure is that used for opening and closing of entrance or providing access in and out of something. Doors … What Is Standard Door Size | Standard Door Height | Standard Door Width | Standard Door Frame Size Read More ».

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6 Decking Products That Deliver

Pro Builder

6 Decking Products That Deliver. ibush. Wed, 09/01/2021 - 07:00. If there is an upside to being at home so much of the last year-plus, it's that we came to appreciate—and improve—the quality, functionality, and style of our outdoor spaces. . “Outdoor space has never been more important,” says Leslie Adkins, VP of marketing for Trex Company, a leading engineered decking manufacturer.

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Construction spending posts small increase in July

BD+C

Total construction spending ticked up from June to July, as gains in residential and public construction offset a dip in private nonresidential projects, according to a new analysis of federal construction spending data the Associated General Contractors of America released today. Officials noted, however, that challenges remain for the industry, particularly because of continuing problems with coronavirus flare-ups and supply-chain disruptions.

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NAHB Chairman's Letter: See You at IBS in February

Pro Builder

NAHB Chairman's Letter: See You at IBS in February. ibush. Wed, 09/01/2021 - 07:00. The International Builders' Show will be in person in 2022. Don't miss it! Chuck Fowke, NAHB Chairman. It’s my hope that everyone is making plans to attend the 2022 National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders’ Show (IBS). I am excited to announce that we will once again be meeting in person, Feb. 8-10, 2022, in Orlando.

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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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GIS and BIM Take First Major Steps to Integration

ENR Construction

Bringing everything from utilities information to site conditions out of a GIS map into a BIM usually requires cumbersome rework. That's now changing.

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Windows in Bathrooms

Pro Builder

Windows in Bathrooms. mbeirne. Wed, 09/01/2021 - 10:57. If you have a window over your bathtub (not unusual by any account), do you really want to step into the bathtub to open or close them? Windows let in natural light and make a space feel bigger but in a bathroom there’s the privacy thing. Do you want to have the ability to adjust your blinds each time?

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Tyson Foods To Create More Than 375 Jobs In Virginia

Business Facilities

Food company Tyson Foods will invest $300 million in a new 325,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Danville-Pittsylvania County, VA. The post Tyson Foods To Create More Than 375 Jobs In Virginia appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Register for the 2022 International Builders' Show

Pro Builder

Register for the 2022 International Builders' Show. mbeirne. Wed, 09/01/2021 - 10:46. Registration is now open for the 2022 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS), which will be held in-person Feb. 8-10 in Orlando. Registration is now open for the 2022 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS), which will be held in-person Feb. 8-10 in Orlando. This premier, once-a-year event connects, educates and improves the residential construction industry by highlighting top products, providing quality netw

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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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Q&A: Bentley Systems' Claire Rutkowski on Remote Work, Burnout and the Hybrid Office

ENR Construction

The tech firm's CIO talks with ENR about how a blend of remote and in-office workers will be the norm going forward, and how industry firms can adapt to this hybrid approach.

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Design unveiled for Copia Vineyards Winery and Tasting Room

BD+C

Copia Vineyards will be a destination winery located at the top of a hill within the rolling landscape of the Willow Creek AVA District in Paso Robles, Calif. The hilltop winery will serve as the culmination of a journey that begins as visitors wind their way through the 25 acres of planted vineyard.

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Build Health International Drives Past Obstacles to Aid the Needy in Haiti and Beyond

ENR Construction

The nonprofit Build Health International overcomes myriad obstacles to enable health care for the world's neediest by providing high-quality, cost-effective hospitals.

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What Is Bracing | Types of Bracing  | What Does Brace Mean | Advantages & Disadvantages of Bracing systems 

CivilJungle

Selection of the right lateral force resisting system has a significant effect on the performance of the structure in steel structures. In this article, you will get to learn about the.

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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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Putting the Fun in Data Wrangling

ENR Construction

Construction companies swim in an overwhelming ocean of bits and bytes. To cut through the cacophony and identify what data is important, Seattle-based project management firm OAC held its first ever datathon competition earlier this summer.

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5 Reasons Construction Pro’s Should Not Miss Autodesk University 2021

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Autodesk University (AU) is back and better than ever. AU 2021 is about empowering you to take the reins and build the world you want to see. It’s why our leading mantra this year is Don’t wait for progress. Make it. And we’re here to equip you with expert-led classes, panels, meetups, workflow education, product demos, and more. Achieving your goals is our top priority.

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Build Health International Helps Haiti Recover From Devastating Quake

ENR Construction

Since Haiti’s magnitude-7.2-earthquake on Aug. 14, which struck the underserved Tiburon Peninsula, Build Health International has marshalled its staff, supporters and resources in Haiti and the U.S., where it is based, to help.

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Materials Shortages in Construction: Catapulting a Sustainability Revolution?

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Across the globe, the impact of Covid-19 on the construction sector continues to weigh heavy on the industry bringing forward new and evolving challenges in its wake. Social distancing measures, local lockdowns and rows over contracts began as early as March 2020 when the pandemic first hit. Now as our economies move to ease restrictions the industry is faced with managing the impact of material shortages across the supply chain.

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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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Top Global Contractors, Design Firms Find Opportunities in Africa

ENR Construction

From smart cities to bridges, these five projects highlight work being performed in Africa by firms that ranked among ENR's top international lists this year.

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Acoustic ceilings to support occupants’ health

Construction Specifier

By Diana Hart, CSI, IIDA. Photo by Robert Pepple, Pepple Photography/courtesy of Rockfon. While specification and design professionals have long considered the effects of material and product choices on the people within the spaces and buildings they create, the COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance of designing healthy spaces. With a greater understanding of indoor environmental quality, acoustic ceiling material choices, and relevant product certifications, specifiers can have a pos

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Viewpoint: How Shawmut Weathered the Covid Storm

ENR Construction

As I watched COVID-19 cases quickly jump from 1 to 10 to 10,000, I went into triage mode, acting fast to keep our people safe and still deliver for our clients.

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Do Grip Socks Help Blisters?

Work Gearz

Grip socks have gained immense popularity in sports and activities that involve excessive feet movements like yoga and dancing. The reason behind this is…. Grip socks have non-slip silicone or rubber dots and patterns at their bottom that helps to provide you the best traction in slippery floors and inside your boots. The grip socks help to prevent slippage inside the boots and thus reduce friction that gets generated while your feet slip inside the boots and get rubbed against the walls of the

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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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Why Demo When You Can Deconstruct?

Pro Builder

Why Demo When You Can Deconstruct? mbeirne. Wed, 09/01/2021 - 10:51. While the obstacles are considerable, the Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design, at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, offers an example of what’s possible. Finding new life for used building materials might be gaining momentum, but there are challenges for the salvaged materials market such as scaling up for large commercial projects and growing from niche to massive.

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How Should MOC Toe Boots Fit?

Work Gearz

Do you know where from did the name MOC toe came from? It got its name from the ‘U’ shaped stitching right on the toe box area that is inspired by the traditional moccasin. This particular shape of the toe box leaves enough space for your toes to move freely and to breathe. It is also suited for people who have wide toe area. That said, The MOC toe boots should fit snug to your feet, having ample amount of room in the toe box area, making sure that the toes do not get rubbed against the walls of

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Advice for Contractors on Navigating Vaccine Mandates

Pro Builder

Advice for Contractors on Navigating Vaccine Mandates. mbeirne. Wed, 09/01/2021 - 11:02. The tug of war between worker hesitancy and owner edicts has been causing anxiety for many contractors, but attorneys say there are options — and even advantages — for construction firms to consider in the current situation. Construction workers have some of the highest hesitancy rates of any occupation with taking the Covid-19 vaccine, which puts contractors in a quandary between their employees personal pr