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The Yellow Standard: Why Construction Equipment is Always Yellow

The Constructor

Have you ever wondered why you can always spot construction equipment from a mile away? It’s because they are usually bright yellow! The vibrant color of yellow that adorns construction equipment has a long history. In this article, we will explore the origins of why construction equipment is always yellow and the benefits of using […] The post The Yellow Standard: Why Construction Equipment is Always Yellow appeared first on The Constructor.

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3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy

BD+C

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. Corie Baker, AIA, EDAC, LEED AP BD+C Healthcare Facilities Modular Building Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction In recent years, we’ve seen an accelerated shift towards the use of prefabrication in new construction.

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Samsung’s Texas chip plant price tag surges to $25B

Construction Dive

Announced last summer, the chip maker has already spent half of its original $17 billion budget, according to Reuters.

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Why You Should Be Investing in a Unified Platform Instead of a Point Solution 

Jobsite with Procore

Even under the best of circumstances, construction projects are famously complex and tough to manage. Yet, some companies still depend on manual processes, or, if they choose technology, they rely on several standalone solutions that don’t speak to each other, leading to communication breakdowns and poor project visibility, among other issues.

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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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California high-speed rail cost jumps to $128B

Construction Dive

The completion date for the first segment from Merced to Bakersfield has also been pushed out to 2030-2033.

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Overcoming risk and unforeseen circumstances when constructing seismic retrofits

Construction Dive

Discover the challenges and complexities of seismic retrofitting older buildings, and how PCL Construction has become a leader in the field.

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Up To $400B Annual Water Infrastructure Spend Is Needed Globally

ENR Construction

New report says huge investment must happen in low- and middle-income countries "just to achieve universal access to clean drinking water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030.

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What’s next for Revizto: 5 highlights from RevUP 2023

Construction Dive

See all the announcements from Revizto's global user conference, including a new phone app and certification program!

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Global Water Infrastructure Investment Boost Needed to Avoid Shortfalls, Report Says

ENR Construction

Up to $400 billion a year of extra investment is needed in low- and middle-income countries "just to achieve universal access to clean drinking water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030.

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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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DOD taps 7 contractors for $2.5B in Navy projects

Construction Dive

About 80% of work from this contract will be performed in Guam, per the Department of Defense, with the remainder in other areas of the Pacific and Indian oceans.

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$215M Water Plant Expansion Takes Shape in South Dakota

ENR Construction

McCarthy Building Cos.-led reclamation plant project for the city of Sioux Falls is scheduled for completion in 2025.

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Making the Construction Industry Accessible for All

Fieldwire

Companies prioritize diversity and inclusion, as hiring people from different backgrounds leads to well-rounded culture and better business outcomes. Construction has made strides in diversification, but it has a long way to go. The built environment’s workforce has stayed homogenous. How can your construction company be accessible to everybody? Here are the top challenges to overcome and how to take steps toward inclusion.

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$215M Water Reclamation Plant Expansion Takes Shape in South Dakota

ENR Construction

The McCarthy Building Companies-led project for the city of Sioux Falls is scheduled to complete in 2025.

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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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Digital Transformation in Construction: The Power of Contech Data

Jobsite with Procore

Digital transformation in construction depends largely on new technologies — many of which have allowed companies to hugely transform how projects are managed today. These new technological capabilities arise from other tech that has been around and evolving for decades.

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Set up a Self-Closing Magnetic Door in Just a Minute

BD+C

Set up a Self-Closing Magnetic Door in Just a Minute 1 kcichowicz Mon, 03/20/2023 - 14:52 Cover a doorway or create an entry in a plastic barrier with this reusable door. Create hands-free access while maintaining a tight seal! See how in this 52-second video.

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As Remote Workers Return to the Office, Many Are Forced to Choose: Keep the House or the Job?

Pro Builder

As Remote Workers Return to the Office, Many Are Forced to Choose: Keep the House or the Job? ldeakins Mon, 03/20/2023 - 10:42 Remote workers who relocated during the pandemic are trickling back into the office, but for many, that means settling for longer commutes or rethinking their home purchasing decisions At the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the quest for remote-work flexibilities led to a mass exodus from city centers, driving up demand for housing in smaller suburban real estate markets.

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Life of an Architect Podcast Ep. 121: Material Selection

BD+C

Life of an Architect Podcast Ep. 121: Material Selection Life of an Architect Podcast dbarista Mon, 03/20/2023 - 07:47 When you think of a building – whatever scale or project type – the items that go into creating that building are most frequently associated with the materials that are selected that define the appearance of the building. Brick, glass, wood, and metal are all great choices.

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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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Two Leading Women in Construction Events Unite

Pro Builder

Two Leading Women in Construction Events Unite ldeakins Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:00 Join us for the Women in Residential + Commercial Construction Conference in Nashville, October 25-27, 2023 Pro Builder and Pro Remodeler take its Women in Residential Construction Conference and join forces with Building Design+Construction’s Women in Design+Construction for three days of keynote talks, workshops, roundtable sessions, interactive panel discussions, networking events, and more.

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Battery energy storage market predictions are trickier than ever

BD+C

Battery energy storage market predictions are trickier than ever 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 10:33 Energy Burns & McDonnell breaks down the state of battery energy storage today, from pricing concerns to alternative solutions. Data Centers Warehouses Codes Energy Much of the current movement to decarbonize the grid involves installing many gigawatts of battery-based energy storage.

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How Many Households Are Priced Out by Rising Mortgage Rates?

Pro Builder

How Many Households Are Priced Out by Rising Mortgage Rates? ldeakins Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:08 Soaring interest rates are pricing a growing number of Americans out of the new-home market, and that share is expected to keep rising as the Fed sends borrowing costs even higher NAHB’s latest 2023 Priced-Out Estimates reveal that 96.5 million households are not able to afford a median priced new home amid higher interest rates, and a gain of just $1,000 could price out an additional 140,436 households

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Federal Judge Bars Biden 'WOTUS' Rule, But Only in Texas and Idaho

ENR Construction

Judge rejects industry groups' request for a nationwide injunction on the Waters of the US rule, which sets federal protections for certain water bodies and wetlands

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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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Home Builders Remain Optimistic Despite Market Headwinds

Pro Builder

Home Builders Remain Optimistic Despite Market Headwinds ldeakins Mon, 03/20/2023 - 10:53 Buyers are retreating as mortgage rates rise, but home builders are looking ahead to strong growth in the new-home market in 2023 Not only did elevated costs for building materials put a damper on new-construction projects in February, but rising mortgage rates and concerns about the overall economy continued to shrink an already waning pool of prospective homebuyers.

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Federal Judge Bars Biden 'WOTUS' Rule, But Only in Texas and Idaho

ENR Construction

Judge rejects industry groups' request for a nationwide injunction.

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