The Constructor

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Applications of tensegrity structures in civil engineering are mainly in dome structures, towers, roofs of the stadium, temporary structures and.

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Do you know when you have a plumbing problem? It’s not always as cut-and-dry as a river of water flowing from a broken pipe into your basement or a toilet that’s backed up like the Beltway at rush hour. Sometimes, it’s dangerously easy to overlook some of the more subtle signs of plumbing damage. . 4 signs you need a plumbing repair. Your home may be sending you a message — and that message is, “get a plumber here, fast.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Every Job Order Contract should have an Operations Manual / Execution Guide. What’s in yours? Job Order Contract Operations Guide. TABLE OF CONTENTS. Contact Information. Introduction. I. Summary of the Job Order Contract (JOC) Process. II. Job Order Contractor Selection Process. A. Request for Proposal. 1. Contracting Process. 2. Scope of Job Order Contract Services. 3.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

A new six-story, 206,400-sf building is currently under construction on the U.S. Naval Academy’s campus that will house cyber studies, the computer science department, and other related disciplines. Hopper Hall, named after Rear Admiral Grace Hopper, is the first academic building named after a woman at a major service academy in the United States and is also the first purpose built facility dedicated to cyber warfare based at an academy.

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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.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

OSHA cited an Ohio company after a 33-year-old employee was crushed to death in June 2016 as he was digging soil out of the 12-foot trench in Washington Township, when the trench walls around him collapsed – burying him in thousands of pounds of dirt. Rescue workers recovered his body a few hours later.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

U.S. District Judge Samuel Cummings placed a permanent block on the Department of Labor's "Persuader Rule" Wednesday, citing his belief that the rule is "unlawful.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

After seeing consecutive months of contracting demand for the first time in four years, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) saw a modest increase demand for design services. As a leading economic indicator of construction activity, the ABI reflects the approximate nine to twelve month lead time between architecture billings and construction spending.

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Green Industry Professionals

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

These 3 elements help you make the transition as your company grows -- QUICK TIPS from GreenMark Consulting Group

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PC Construction

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Work is well underway on the new Dover High School and Regional Career Technical Center. The site of the new facility is located next to the existing 1967 school building, which is quickly approaching its limits.

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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.

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Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Swelling contractor attendance at Nashville show. The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) celebrated a fantastic year at its 35th Annual Convention and Exhibition. read more.

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Green Industry Professionals

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

25 companies donate labor, equipment and materials to replace mulch, plant beds, prune, seed and more.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Following in the footsteps of Richard Pryor before it, the Guggenheim Helsinki is exclaiming, “I ain’t dead yet!” as it faces its final shot at becoming a reality. Earlier this year, the museum was thought to be officially dead after the Finnish government vetoed plans and eliminated much of its funding.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

By Bruce JervisThe Eichleay formula is the preferred method of calculating unabsorbed or under-absorbed fixed home office overhead incurred by a contractor during a period of extended contract performance. Originating in the federal contracting arena, the formula has gained acceptance in some, but by no means all, state courts. Read more.

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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?

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

HomeAdvisor will expand its operations in Indianapolis, investing $1.9 million and creating up to 170 new jobs by 2017. Read Nationwide Technology Company Growing In Indiana on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

When fully completed in 2028, the new Istanbul Yeni Havalimani Istanbul Airport will oust Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson airport as the largest in the world. Construction started in 2015, with the first phase ready to serve 90M passengers by 2018. The project will be staffed by 58 Liebherr tower cranes and 30,000 workers! Read more.

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Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Bosch Thermotechnology Corp. announced today that the Consumer Technology Association has honored Bosch with one of its 2017 Innovation Awards. read more.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

This week's blog highlights from across the industry look at: 3 Waves Approach to Improved Construction ProductivityTrump Triumph is Awesome for Green BuildingAnalyzing Nontraditional HVAC SystemsTips for Home BuildersRead more.

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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.

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Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

OSHA cites 33-year-old man’s employer for willful, serious safety violations. OSHA cited an Ohio company after a 33-year-old employee was crushed to death in June 2016 as he was digging soil out of the 12-foot trench. read more.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

The effort to improve efficiency will bring jobs to Boeing's Los Angeles County, St. Louis, and Huntsville locations. Read Boeing Consolidating Defense, Space Sites on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Green Industry Professionals

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Leading Midwestern rental industry leaders learn all about ideal engines for rental applications.

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Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

One of the great things about writing for CONTRACTOR is getting to see the high-quality work of plumbing and heating industry professionals. read more.

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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!

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Dezide

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Last time we discussed knowledge as it relates to the possession of experience (tacit knowledge) as well as possession of factual information (explicit knowledge) – and the important distinction between data, information and knowledge. We saw that knowledge is about interpreted data and information put into a context and understanding of previous learnings or knowledge Read more.

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Construction Cost Estimating

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

This construction video provides useful information on how to use Etabs 2016 for creating effective slab design. This newest software can be used to make integrated structural analysis, design and drafting of building systems. ETABS 2016 contains supreme 3D object based modeling and visualization tools as well as rapid linear and nonlinear analytical capacity, superior and wide-ranging design capacities for a wide array of materials, and intuitive graphic displays, reports, and schematic drawing

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Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

The 2017 AHR Expo Innovation Awards ceremony has been scheduled for Tuesday, January 31. read more.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

From more than 90 entries, a panel of industry judges selected winning projects from across the Midwest that exemplified a high level of achievement in creative design and innovative construction methods.

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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!

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Santa Monica, California recently became the first city in the world to require net-zero energy construction for all new single-family homes. The new rule also calls for new multifamily and commercial buildings to reduce their energy consumption to 10% below the rates set in the 2016 California Energy Code. Santa Monica Mayor Tony Vazquez said the new ordinance will be a key part of the city’s strategy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Former Goldman Sachs partner and Trump advisor, Steven Mnuchin, said the incoming administration is considering establishing an infrastructure bank with which to fund roads and bridges projects, according to a report on Bloomberg.com. Mnuchin told reporters Wednesday a “very big focus is regulatory changes, looking at the creation of an infrastructure bank to fund infrastructure investments.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

A quick retraction by the American Institute of Architects after the CEO's comments about the new Trump Administration.

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