Wed.Mar 27, 2019

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NYC unions recruiting more women

Construction Dive

Recruiting efforts have reportedly increased women's participation in the city's construction industry by 20% since 2006.

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Offset Bent Longitudinal Reinforcement in Columns and its Requirements

The Constructor

Offset bent longitudinal reinforcement is the bending of vertical reinforcement bars of a column (larger column) at a particular storey in order to.

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Viewpoint Earns SOC 2 Type 1 Certification

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Viewpoint’s SOC 2 certification shows a commitment to providing a secure cloud platform for its products. I wanted to share some exciting news with our current and future customers! On February 1, 2019, Viewpoint earned SOC 2 Type 1 certification on seven products within our global portfolio as reported by independent auditor Moss Adams, LLP – the climactic denouement of a collaborative yearlong effort.

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What is an RFI in construction?

Lets Build

Depending on the industry, an RFI can involve different things, but RFI in construction is a request for information. Construction RFIs can be both time and money-consuming but they are considered as an integral aspect of the business. RFIs are used to gather information that is not included within the agreements, drawings, and specifications of.

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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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BIM and design-build pair well, but new habits are needed

Construction Dive

BIM fills the space where traditional silos have been broken down, facilitating collaboration between designers and contractors and relaying real-time changes, but that's only when it's used properly.

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Execs: To ignite innovation, empower tech champions

Construction Dive

Contractors looking to drive improvements should tap the grassroots base of employees facing business challenges daily, leaders at three top firms said.

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The Simple Guide to Repair, Renovation, Construction Cost Control

Job Order Contracting

Repair, Renovation, & Construction Project Cost Management. Prioritize and Budget Requirements Every real property owner is face with aligning organizational requirements with facilities repair, renovation, and construction needs as well as available current and projected multi-year resources. Focus upon best value outcomes deliver superior achievement in this regard.

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Viewpoint Earns SOC 2 Type 1 Certification

Viewpoint Construction Technology

I wanted to share some exciting news with our current and future customers!

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TrueLook, Autodesk integration gives users live play-by-play

Construction Dive

The construction camera provider announced that Autodesk customers will now be able to add real-time footage to their BIM 360 dashboards.

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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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Working to reduce HAIs: How design can support infection control and prevention

BD+C

Each year, approximately 90,000 Americans die as a result of Healthcare Associated Infections (HAIs)—new bacterial, fungal, and viral infections contracted while receiving treatment. HAIs can occur in any care setting, but the Centers for Disease Control estimates that 722,000 hospital admissions result in HAIs, costing the health industry $28–$33 billion annually.

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Delays bring Maryland Purple Line costs close to $6B

Construction Dive

While a federal lawsuit stalled construction for more than a year, the P3 behind the light rail is tightening its schedule to stay on target for a 2022 opening.

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Shortage of skilled construction workers resulting in missed deadlines

BD+C

A shortage of skilled construction labor is impacting the bottom line for contractors, according to the first-quarter 2019 Commercial Construction Index report by USG Corp. and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The labor shortage has made it difficult for contractors to meet schedule deadlines. Seventy percent of contractors are struggling to meet project deadlines, the report says.

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Connecticut tribes win feds' approval for up to $400M casino

Construction Dive

The project is expected to create 2,000 construction jobs and may be as large as 188,000 square feet.

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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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Interior restoration of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Frederick C. Robie House completes

BD+C

The Frank Lloyd Wright Trust recently completed the $11 million interior restoration of the Frederick C. Robie House in Chicago. The Prairie style home is considered a precursor of modernism in architecture and was designated by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 10 most significant structures of the twentieth century.

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The TradesConnect.ie blog: A simple example of adapting a blog for your website

Construction Marketing Ideas

TradesConnect.ie provides a contractor/client matching service in Ireland. Its blog is simple and has been designed for ease of maintenance with limited management time and effort to operate. Several recent posts, for example, have been contributed by guest contributors reflecting their relevant business interests. In my opinion, a blog doesn’t need to be fancy to […].

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[VIDEO] 3D Printing Breaking into Building Industry

Construction Equipment

Architectural projects that rely on 3D printing have continued to increase in number over the past five years, according to an article in Scientific American.

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ERP 101: Choosing the right solution for the business

Construction Dive

Aging enterprise resource planning systems can fail to meet strategy demands, which has some organizations seeking change.

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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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What is causing my floor to fail?

GCP Applied Technologies

What is causing my floor to fail? Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 03/27/2019 - 13:47. GCP Applied Technologies. March 27, 2019. You installed a new floor in your building, yet just months later you’re noticing a bit of bubbling of the vinyl or shrinking of the tiles. It may not seem like a huge deal, but it isn’t very attractive. And worse, it can quickly lead to problems that may disrupt your business.

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Holistic Cybersecurity

Contractor Magazine

My concern is that in fencing off every risk we will end up the ones behind the fences—immobilized, paralyzed, victims of our own fears.

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ASV Expands Dealer Network

Construction Equipment

ASV signed on several dealers in the fourth quarter of 2018, including R&S Industries, Robin Rents, and Kruseman Implement. In addition, existing ASV dealers Heavy Machines, Buckeye Power Sales, and Delta Power Equipment added locations.

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Technology and the Plumbing Industry

Contractor Magazine

Many who want to remain competitive need to stay ahead of the times and stay up to date on the latest tools and technology.

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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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Zantech IT Services Creating 120 Jobs In Virginia

Business Facilities

The technology solutions company is expanding its corporate offices in the Tysons area of Fairfax County, VA. - Read: Zantech IT Services Creating 120 Jobs In Virginia at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Studio Gang-Led Team Selected for Chicago's $8.5B O'Hare Revamp

ENR Construction

Chicago has chosen Studio ORD JV Partners' design for the $8.5-billion planned O'Hare International Airport expansion which includes a new 2.2-million-sq-ft global terminal and concourse.

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Kansas: Broadband For All In The Sunflower State

Business Facilities

A new State Office of Broadband Development in Kansas is working to make sure rural parts of the state can get the same high-speed service as urban centers. - Read: Kansas: Broadband For All In The Sunflower State at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Contractors Defend Work at Troubled Salesforce Transit Center

ENR Construction

The steel subcontractor and the fabricator for the problem bridge-like spans at San Francisco's Salesforce Transit Center are vigorously countering the Transbay Joint Powers Authority's contention that a construction error caused the brittle fractures of the hub’s two built-up plate girders.

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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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Veterans Resource Center at Cypress College breaks ground

BD+C

Cypress College’s upcoming Veterans Resource Center (VRC) will support the transition, integration, and development of student veterans at the college. The center will offer educational and support services to veterans on the Cypress College campus.

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Advantages of Plinth beam and proper height of plinth in residential buildings

Construction Cost Estimating

Plinth beam belongs to a RCC member. The purpose of plinth beam is to detach the superstructure and the substructure and it functions similar to a tie beam to retain columns, walls etc. Superstructure is located over ground level that comprises of columns, beams, slabs, masonry walls etc. Substructure is located underneath the ground level that comprises of foundation.

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Dewberry Named Southeast Design Firm of the Year

ENR Construction

The firm cites work related to hurricane recovery and planning for future storm impacts as reasons for its strong Southeast growth.

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