Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
6 Steps to Fine-Tune Your Takeoffs & Bid More Accurately. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 09/22/2020 - 11:31. How to navigate the cost fluctuations, errors, missing items and unforeseen circumstances that come with bidding on construction projects.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
A tunnel boring machine (TBM), also known as mole, is employed for the construction of tunnels in hard or soft rock strata. The cutting process.
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Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Construction Certifications: What's Important & What's Not. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 09/22/2020 - 16:20. Tony Thompson . Founder & CEO. Kwame Building Group. As a small business, credibility is everything, and certification can help give architecture, engineering and construction organizations valuable credibility.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Working on a building project in the Philippines, my contractor has just bent the longitudinal bars in the column because the columns were not in.
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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.
Construction Junkie
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
For the past six months, we’ve known the construction industry In the US has been highly affected by the coronavirus pandemic , but how much? A new survey conducted by Autodesk and AGC of America is giving us a deeper look into the impacts so far. Just over 2000 firms responded to the survey, which was completed between August 4 and 26 of 2020. More than half of the respondents were involved in building construction, 25% in highway and transportation, and 23% in both federal construction project
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The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
what are the components of a unit rate in civil engineering? The post What are the components of a unit rate in civil engineering? appeared first on.
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Homes Should Not be Designed as 'One Size Fits All'. cbroderick. Tue, 09/22/2020 - 09:34. Each person utilizes their home’s spaces differently, and Housing Design Matters urges builders to remember that. If one buyer enjoys a sitting room in an owner's suite, it does not mean everyone else would, for example, which is why home designs need diversity.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
explain briefly about pile foundation and in which type of soil it can be used? The post In which type of soil can we use pile foundation? appeared.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Select-service hotels, which are designed with space efficiency and a lean labor model in mind, accounted for 70% of the total U.S. hotel construction pipeline at the end of last year. About that same percentage of investors surveyed by JLL recently were bullish on select-services hotels, believing they enhance portfolio returns.
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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.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
In an experiment, the compressive strength of the concrete reduced on day 14, to 21.40 , compared to the strength obtained of 25.28N/cm2 on day 7.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Creating innovative design alternatives through mixed construction methods. The old adage, “opposites attract,” might as well be describing the increasingly common practice of mixing the technology of custom metal building systems with conventional construction. By taking the indisputable sustainability, time savings, and structural benefits of a custom-engineered metal frame, and then adding in design elements you can only achieve with traditional products such as brick or glass, many builders
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Good afternoon Folks: If my foundation appears to move up when we get heavy rains and then back down when we have no rain for months – other.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Campbell Soup Company's investment in its Willard, OH manufacturing facility expanded Goldfish production and added 40 new jobs. - Read: Campbell Soup Company Invests $40M In Ohio Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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?
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Where can I source Magnesium Phosphate Concrete without aggregate added? The post Magnesium Phosphate Concrete appeared first on The Constructor.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
1. Wings clipped, airports veer to tech to regain passenger trust (BD+C) . "The impact of the coronavirus on airport construction and renovation has been mixed. Paul Dorsey, Vice President-Aviation for Manhattan Construction, cautions that the industry must come to grips with the distinct likelihood that some businesses will permanently limit corporate travel in favor of virtual meetings.".
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Kindly let me know about the acceptance criteria of cement concrete of different grades at site as per IS code. The post Acceptance criteria for.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Snøhetta’s design for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library was recently selected as the winning entry in a competition to design the facility. The design is informed by the President’s personal reflections on the landscape, his commitment to environmental stewardship, and the periods of quiet introspection and civic engagement that marked his life.
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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.
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
explain the process of conducting BOD test in laboratory. The post Give a brief explanation about BOD method. appeared first on The Constructor.
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Designers, engineers, and commercial building owners have several ways to safeguard indoor air during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Sensata Technologies has acquired Preco Electronics, a maker of vehicle safety technology. The move will extend Sensata’s capabilities in vehicle collision avoidance systems for industrial and heavy vehicle on/off-road markets, according to Preco’s announcement of the deal.
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Home Equity Jumps, Relieving Properties from Negative Equity. cbroderick. Tue, 09/22/2020 - 09:21. Homes gained a value of $9,800 more during the second quarter. The change in home equity comes from the insatiable demand for homes and record low mortgage rates, according to CNBC. This comes out to a 6.6% annual increase in equity for homeowners with a mortgage.
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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 22, 2020
Recent innovations within the welding segment have centered around safety and productivity, according to manufacturers. Improved products and add-ons help keep costs down on site, and technology makes skilled worker tasks more intuitive.
Best Practices Construction Law
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
You probably saw last month’s report about a major accident at a construction site in downtown Miami, Florida. Investigation is still underway as to the root cause. This is a good reminder of the lessons to learn when investigating or handling an accident on a construction site. These include: Prepare before the accident. It is important to prepare before the accident by having a checklist or best practices protocol to follow if an accident should occur.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Manitou North America named JGE, Inc., Aberdeen, South Dakota, its Mustang by Manitou 2019 Top Dealer. The award is based on the overall sales performance, commitment, and customer support of Mustang by Manitou equipment in North America throughout 2019. “Because of JGE, Inc.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Firms charge in U.S. lawsuit that recent agency rules and rulings keep renewable power producers from being part of U.S. power grid, despite outreach to new technologies.
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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!
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
InstroTek Inc. will serve as national and international distributor of GSSI’s PaveScan RDM Continuous Asphalt Density gauge, according to GSSI. PaveScan provides real-time measurements to ensure pavement performance and quality, the company said.
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
ENR Midwest's finalists for Project of the Year are a Populous-designed sports stadium with a stunning PTFE roof and sides that evokes Minnesota's northern lights, the latest in acoustic technology at a new music venue at the University of Wisconsin and a twisting, scenic pedestrian bridge in Dublin, Ohio.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
To highlight the ease of propane autogas vehicle maintenance, the Propane Education & Research Council has a new online resource for fleet owners interested in lowering their maintenance costs and downtime.
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