CivilSeek
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
A stair is a set of steps leading from one floor to another. The room or enclosure of the building in which the stair is located is known as a. Read more Components or Parts of a Staircase and Stair. And Their Design. The post Components or Parts of a Staircase and Stair. And Their Design. appeared first on CivilSeek.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
What is grade beam? Grade beams are commonly concrete beams which are designed to act as horizontal ties between footings or pile caps. They should.
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Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Facilities Electrical Equipment Maintenance Test Frequency. The 2011 American National Standards Institute / International Electrical Testing Association (NETA) Maintenance Testing Specifications ANSI/NETA MTS-2011 has been used as the guide for all Electrical Testing procedures. By reference, the ANSI/NETA MTS-2011 requirements for Frequency of Maintenance Tests have been included for the performance of maintenance on all electrical systems.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
What is concrete grade beam? Grade beams are commonly concrete beams which are designed to act as horizontal ties between footings or pile caps. They.
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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.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Roof Inspection Checklists can be automated and linked to detailed cost models for budgeting and project estimation. Locally researched cost data is optimal for this purpose versus the use of “national average” reference cost databases and associated location factors. Additionally, the use of proven, robust, LEAN construction delivery methods, can assure consistent, on-demand, project delivery with on-time, on-budget, and satisfaction for all all participants and stakeholders.
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BD+C
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The Miami metro region faces crises due to rising sea levels that threaten to make the area uninhabitable. While the danger of flooding has been widely documented, the threat to the region’s drinking water supply has been less chronicled. In fact, salt water incursion into the region’s aquifer could be what threatens Miami’s viability for human habitation before the doomsday scenario of inundation of the land by the sea.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
EarthCam enhanced its high-resolution live jobsite streaming and time-lapse offerings and IntSite is testing its artificial intelligence for crane operations in the field amid a round of venture capital backing.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
On February 14 of this year, we, like most, were shocked to witness the aftermath of another school shooting in Parkland, Florida. Immediately, pundits, politicians, and parents came together in demanding change. There was little unity, however, in the definition of change.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The construction giant spent up to $20,000 per manned helicopter flight to capture aerial video of projects before tapping unmanned aerial vehicles to complete the same tasks and more at a fraction of the cost.
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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.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
A new $150 million, 350,000-sf technical high school in Secaucus, N.J. will provide education to almost 2,000 students across 70 classrooms and specialty spaces. High Tech High School sits on the 20-acre Frank J. Gargiulo Campus, which replaces the former North Bergen campus, and provides technically-focused, hands-on learning.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Finding reliable products in the booming construction technology marketplace has contractors stretched thin, but the right partnerships could boost efficiency and offset the hassle, experts told Construction Dive.
Construction Marketing Ideas
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Michael Stone in his excellent weekly eletter/blog primarily for residential contractors makes the point that many consumers are conditioned to expecting absurdly low prices from contractors, ultimately buying into the culture “low price wins the job” Price is always an issue, regardless of where you live. I hear that song almost daily. Too many believe […].
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The new 1,182-megawatt facility, slated to become operational in 2021, is expected to create around 1,000 temporary construction jobs.
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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?
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
When architects at Austin-based PSW Homes initiated plans for Thornton Flats, a three-building, 104-unit urban-infill luxury apartment complex, the design team developed a leaf graphic for the community to give Millennial residents an icon that was representative of their values and those of the builder. PSW turned to Cambridge Architectural to brand a Thornton Flats façade with a metal mesh design that incorporated the leaf graphic and created a distinct street presence.
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Higher-than-anticipated bids prompted officials to alter the design, such as eliminating one entrance and revising another, to lower costs from the originally budgeted $268 million.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
When architects at Austin-based PSW Homes initiated plans for Thornton Flats, a three-building, 104-unit urban-infill luxury apartment complex, the design team developed a leaf graphic for the community to give Millennial residents an icon that was representative of their values and those of the builder. PSW turned to Cambridge Architectural to brand a Thornton Flats façade with a metal mesh design that incorporated the leaf graphic and created a distinct street presence.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The call center consulting company will invest $4.9 million in a new customer service center in Columbus, GA. - Read: Global Callcenter Solutions Creating 600 Jobs In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Prices for inputs to construction fell 0.5% in August but are 8.1% higher than at the same time one year ago, according to an .
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Solutions profiled include a flat rate price book for residential contractors, estimating for commercial HVAC contractors, field service management for home services contractors, and an in-home sales presentation app.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) have developed a workforce development tool kit for use in recruiting, aiming to help attract potential talent and bring awareness to the industry.
Digger Blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
A Lincolnshire contractor has bought one of the first demolition specification JCB X Series excavators. A Lincolnshire contractor has bought one of the first demolition specification JCB X Series excavators.
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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!
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers has joined with more than 80 other groups to form a coalition opposing tariffs and highlighting the benefits of international trade.
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
I scare myself several times a day, every day, learning all that I can while trying to keep an open mind.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Construction employment increased by 23,000 jobs in August, and by 297,000 jobs over the past year, reaching a 10-year high. The industry's unemployment rate stood at an all-time low, according to the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The Japanese company moved into an existing 62,000-square-foot facility in Toledo, OH, where it will create at least 30 new jobs. - Read: TPAM Opens New $4M Ohio Facility at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
States are beginning to act on what one industry expert called this year’s “headline emerging issue” for the environmental sector—the cleanup of fluorinated chemicals in at least 40 states that could affect at least 1,500 drinking water systems.
Construction Cost Estimating
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Cement is most recognized construction material. It is very useful for concrete, mortar, plaster, etc. Prior to apply cement for concrete construction, the quality of the cement should be checked thoroughly. Soundness of cement is one of such vital properties that should be examined properly prior to construction or else the cracks may develop in concrete and its durability will also be reduced.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The global management consulting firm McKinsey & Co. has released a new study of 2,400 construction technology providers serving the entire life cycle of the industry.
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