Mon.Mar 15, 2021

article thumbnail

The Risks of Disconnection in Field Service

Construction Marketing

A successful field service business is built on service. But what exactly does this mean and what does it require? Well, take a second to ask yourself this: What constitutes a perfect service call? The concept of a perfect service call requires everything to move together. A customer calls, a technician is deployed with the right parts, tools, and knowledge, and the service is completed.

Risk 156
article thumbnail

What is Slenderness Ratio of RC Column and How to Calculate it?

The Constructor

The slenderness ratio of a reinforced concrete (RC) column is the ratio between the length of the column, its lateral dimensions, and end fixity. It.

Concrete 264
professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Run your JOC Program at 10x Savings….and get better outcomes.

Job Order Contracting

Don’t Pay a % of Construction Volume Collaborate, Really Collaborate Tightly Couple Learning with Actions Manage Projects as a Program Increase Relatedness of All Parties. We are ready… are you? I am ready! The post Run your JOC Program at 10x Savings… and get better outcomes. appeared first on 4BT.

article thumbnail

Epiroc Boomer M20 Drill Rig

Construction Equipment

Epiroc Boomer M20 face drill rig has internal hydraulics, which protects hoses, sensors, and cables. The drill has on-board automation features, teleremote capabilities, and digital drill plans.

Plans 127
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

3D-Printed Homes Aren't the Future—They're the Now

Pro Builder

3D-Printed Homes Aren't the Future—They're the Now. cbroderick. Mon, 03/15/2021 - 09:39. Two entirely 3D-printed communities are in the works, and the off-site construction companies are calling demand “off the charts.” The first publicly available 3D-printed home hit the market last month, created by New York-based SQ4D and 3D home pioneer ICON just wrapped up four homes in East Austin.

Austin 105

More Trending

article thumbnail

Doosan Announces Industry First “Transparent Bucket” to Wheel Loader to Eliminate Blind Spots

Construction Junkie

courtesy of Doosen. “You make a better door than a window!” is what I imagine loader operators constantly yell at the bucket in front of them (or maybe I’m just projecting based on my experience of having the habit of sitting right in front of the TV as a kid). Either way, operators may not be yelling that in the future, as equipment manufacturer, Doosan, has introduced what they claim is an industry first “transparent” bucket.

article thumbnail

Rising Material Costs Hurt Const. Firms

Construction Equipment

Steep price increases and supply-chain disruptions are proving difficult for contractors, driving up construction costs and slowing projects, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America.

Materials 116
article thumbnail

NTT DATA To Establish Digital Innovation Center In Tennessee

Business Facilities

NTT DATA’s new Nashville location will create 350 jobs, and be an innovation center focused on attracting, developing and retaining top talent. - Read: NTT DATA To Establish Digital Innovation Center In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.

Tennessee 104
article thumbnail

Navistar Starts New Aftermarket Parts Line

Construction Equipment

Navistar is launching a new aftermarket product line, Diamond Advantage Diesel Parts, which will provide aftermarket parts for Class 2 to 5 diesel engines and engine components. The products served will include Ford Power Stroke Diesel, GM Duramax, and Dodge Ram Cummins.

article thumbnail

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?

article thumbnail

M Sand – 22 Properties, Manufacturing & Advantages

Learn Civil Engineering

M Sand is a mineral that occurs naturally in the environment. Also, M Sand or processed fine aggregates are examples of m sand. It is used in building as a replacement for river sand. In a manufacturing plant, rocks, quarry stone, or larger aggregate chunks are compressed into sand size particles. However, the cubical and angular […].

article thumbnail

Total Station Survey Equipment | Method & Uses

Civiconcepts

It is fundamental to have an approach to improve the precision of surveying & fieldwork and looking over the information in the construction industries. The Total StationSsurvey Equipment is a lightweight & versatile machine that causes you to get the right information you need to ensure quality development and ideal venture fulfillment. What is Total… Read More » Total Station Survey Equipment | Method & Uses.

article thumbnail

Data Centers: Growing By The Gig

Business Facilities

As more companies put their business activities on the cloud, data centers with the potential for scalability and proximity to cloud “on ramps” are better poised to compete, according to CBRE’s latest report. - Read: Data Centers: Growing By The Gig at BusinessFacilities.com.

article thumbnail

Vertigraph SiteWorx/OS Version 10.0 Software

Construction Equipment

Enhanced SiteWorx/OS Version 10.0 software is for excavation contractors seeking an accurate method for estimating quantities and developing machine control models. It is designed for small 1-acre sites to the larger 100-plus-acre sites.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Exploding DWG Files

Revit OpEd

" Just don't explode DWG files " is good advice, that is immediately ignored because. reasons. Setting that aside, now that we've exploded that DWG, now what. First, there is full explode versus partial explode. A full explode will recreate all the DWG elements into native Revit elements (assuming it is possible) but a partial explode will produce some native elements and some new DWG elements (blocks).

Revit 81
article thumbnail

At ENR BuildTech Conference, Fresh Lessons From a Long Year

ENR Construction

Harsh lessons and hopeful developments were the top line ideas at the BuildTech virtual conference, ENR’s annual look at the state of construction technology and management. Contractors, engineers and other industry professionals offered their insights on how they kept working through a pandemic, and the new solutions they uncovered to age-old problems during a difficult year.

article thumbnail

A life in architecture – Lessons from my father

BD+C

Throughout my early life, my father would get up at 4:30 in the morning, six days a week, for his job as a contractor. I knew his work was taxing from seeing his coarse hands and tired eyes after he got home each day, yet he always had the energy to spend time with me. He was my closest friend and confidant, as well as my most influential role model.

article thumbnail

WAI Heavy-duty Alternators

Construction Equipment

The company’s line of heavy-duty alternators is engineered for Class 1 to Class 8 trucks and construction equipment. Millions of units have been installed and tested to OEM specifications, and include premium-brand Transpo electronics, as well as premium-grade WBD bearings.

article thumbnail

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!

article thumbnail

Stephen D. Bechtel Jr., Giant Builder and Industry Leader, Dies at 95

ENR Construction

Grandson of the founder of contractor Bechtel Corp. was its CEO for three decades during a period of major global growth.

article thumbnail

CoStar Group Expanding In Virginia

Business Facilities

Commercial real estate information provider CoStar Group will employ more than 200 staffers at its new space in Richmond, VA. - Read: CoStar Group Expanding In Virginia at BusinessFacilities.com.

article thumbnail

Nevada may create areas for tech companies to form own governments

BD+C

Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak introduced legislation that would allow major technology companies to form their own local governments.

Nevada 66
article thumbnail

10 Best Work Pants for Carpenters

Work Gearz

Carpenters work with several tools to get the job done. It is not always convenient to carry a toolbox around from point A to point B, and as a carpenter, I am sure you get what I am talking about. This is why there are carpenter work pants that come with functional and useful features for you to have easy access to those essential tools. Carpentry is a very physically demanding job, therefore, wearing the appropriate gear is required.

article thumbnail

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!

article thumbnail

Single-Family Permits Increase 19.2% Across the Country

Pro Builder

Single-Family Permits Increase 19.2% Across the Country. cbroderick. Mon, 03/15/2021 - 09:53. The total number of issue single-family permits in January 2021 exceeded last year’s levels by 19.2%, for a total difference of 13,535 permits. Each region experienced a rise in single-family permits, with the Midwest reporting the strongest year-over-year increase of 21.5%, followed by the Northeast, and the South, with the West trailing behind.

Permits 52
article thumbnail

Stephen D. Bechtel Jr., Industry Leader, Dies at 95

ENR Construction

Grandson of the founder of contractor giant Bechtel Corp. was its CEO for three decades during a period of major global growth.

article thumbnail

Nic De Bonis

Pro Builder

Nic De Bonis. Nic De Bonis is the CEO of Workyard , an online workforce management platform designed specifically to help construction companies more effectively manage their labor and costs. Workyard streamlines managing jobs and crew, eliminating hours of tedious administration tasks. He has spent the past 6 years working with thousands of construction owners to build an easier way to track employee stats and ultimately increase profits.

article thumbnail

What is Construction Management Software?

ENR Construction

Construction management software designed to reflect the actual industry conditions and unique challenges facing contractors today can deliver functionality that more general tools, especially outdated legacy systems, simply can’t.

article thumbnail

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!

article thumbnail

Buyers Want Big Homes, These Metros Offer the Most

Pro Builder

Buyers Want Big Homes, These Metros Offer the Most. cbroderick. Mon, 03/15/2021 - 10:00. It’s clear buyers need and want more space to accommodate their new normal lifestyles, whether it be private outdoor space, home offices, gyms, or even homeschooling areas. McMansions fell from grace but these oversized homes from the ‘80s and ‘90s are back, reports Realtor.com.

Metro 52
article thumbnail

Five Minutes With Sam Sleiman of Suffolk Construction

ENR Construction

Former Massport capital programs director sees a brighter future for airport construction.

article thumbnail

Tired of Underbidding? Time for a New Method

Pro Builder

Tired of Underbidding? Time for a New Method. mbeirne. Mon, 03/15/2021 - 10:05. If you’re the owner of a small or medium-sized construction company, you probably do your share of fixed-cost basis work. And, while this is something you have to do to stay competitive and win the business, there is an obvious risk: it’s a bit of a guessing game. If your costs end up being higher than expected, your company usually eats the difference.

Bidding 52