Fri.Jan 06, 2017

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76-Story luxury apartment tower in Chicago’s South Loop gets name and begins construction

BD+C

The new 829-foot-tall residential tower planned for Chicago’s South Loop has received the official name of One Grant Park and will comprise 792 luxury apartments. The tower, which will become one of the city’s tallest residential buildings, began construction at its 1200 S. Indiana Ave., in December. Included in the building’s almost 800 units will be a mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments.

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Terex Completes Sale of Material Handling And Port Solutions Business

Construction Equipment

Terex Corp. has completed the sale of its Material Handling and Port Solutions business (MHPS) to Konecranes Plc for $595 million and €200 million in cash and 19.6 million newly issued class B shares representing a 25 percent interest in Konecranes. “We believe that the Konecranes-MHPS combination represents compelling industrial logic that will deliver significant value to Konecranes customers, team members and shareholders, including Terex” said John L.

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OSHA prompts more proactive approach to construction site safety

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In recent decades, OSHA has spurred the construction industry to take a more proactive, preventative approach to work site safety. This fall, OSHA released “Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs,” a major update of a 30 year-old program. The guidelines are designed to encourage businesses to implement proven, consistent safety practices to prevent accidents.

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Roofer Ignores OSHA 19 Times, Gets $214,782 Fine

Construction Equipment

Robert Barringer III was cited again by OSHA for willful, serious safety violations for failing to provide his roofing company workers with fall protection equipment. Barringer is the owner of a roofing company in Belleville, Ill.

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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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Contractors Ready Start Go Happy New Year

Contractor Bookkeeping

New Year’s Day is the day to make New Year’s Resolutions and a start fresh! It is a reset button for every Contractor business on January 1st of every year! The previous tax year ends on December 31st. Final expenses for December will be coming in by email or US Mail. What to focus on to make the New Year more prosperous than ever.

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Generosity’s virtue: It’s in the giving, not the marketing

Construction Marketing Ideas

Craig Galati, president of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS). has published a note that explains the virtues of generosity. Be thankful for what you have. We all have much for which to be thankful. Focus on these good things in your life and be grateful for what you have. This will help your attitude […].

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Amazon Plans Second Jacksonville Fulfillment Center

Business Facilities

The 1 million-square-foot, state-of-the art fulfillment and distribution center will create an additional 1,000 full-time jobs in Jacksonville. Read Amazon Plans Second Jacksonville Fulfillment Center on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Mechanical contractor shares three Golden Rules for success

Contractor Magazine

Encouraged by an uptick in activity across the D.C. Metro/Northern Virginia region, Foley is enthusiastic about being involved in nearly every aspect of his business these days. read more.

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The reason behind the usage of reinforcement in concrete

Construction Cost Estimating

Rebar which is also addressed as reinforcing bar is a key element of reinforced concrete. It is typically structured from ridged carbon steel; the ridges give frictional adhesion to the concrete. Rebar is used for the reason that even though concrete is very tough in compression it is in effect without strength in tension. One of the most extensively used modern building materials is reinforced concrete.

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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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Combination boiler delivers space heating, domestic hot water to modernized 1930s residence

Contractor Magazine

21st Century Heat. One crucial aspect of remodeling the home was deciding on what kind of space and water heating systems to install. The home had previously used a tank-style water heater and a forced-air furnace system. read more.

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CannonDesign launches REALIZE Life Safety Solutions

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In response to changes to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Life Safety Code, CannonDesign has launched REALIZE Life Safety Solutions — a suite of services and software solutions focused on helping healthcare facilities teams assess their compliance with life safety code standards related to CFR 482.41 — Condition of participation: Physical environment — without operational disruptions.

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Toro Completes Acquisition of Irrigation Equipment Manufacturer

Green Industry Professionals

Toro has acquired German-based Regnerbau Calw GmbH, maker of Perrot-branded sprinklers, coupling systems and rain guns.

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Study: 40 Projects Promise Big Economic Boosts, But Face Hurdles

ENR Construction

Study says projects capital costs total $330 billion but benefits range from $500 billion to $1 trillion.

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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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Israel to Test Roads That Power Moving Vehicles

Construction Equipment

Technology used in smartphones is going to be the energy source of the future for electric cars, according to a new company in Israel. Israeli startup company Electroad will be retrofitting a public bus route in Tel Aviv with buried coils that will inductively charge electric vehicles. The technology relies on electromagnetic induction, a principle used to charge wireless phones and toothbrushes.

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Construction Dec. Jobless Rate Up From Nov., Dips Year Over Year

ENR Construction

December rate, not seasonally adjusted, increased to 7.4% from November's 5.7% but declined from year-earlier 7.5%.

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Two D.C. Contractors File Liens Against Trump For Unpaid Work

Construction Equipment

Two Washington, D.C., contractors who worked on President-elect Donald Trump's new 283-room hotel in the District have filed liens against Trump Old Post Office LLC and construction manager Lendlease US. Joseph J. Magnolia Inc. claims it is owed $2.98 million for materials and labor done between 2014 and 2016 including all plumbing, mechanical and HVAC work, along with site sewer, water, storm and water services at the Trump International Hotel, located in the Old Post Office building on Pennsyl

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China Unveils Ambitious High-speed Rail Expansion Plan

ENR Construction

The world's longest HSR link, connecting Shanghai and Kumming, began operation Dec. 28.

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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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Five Hiring Trends To Watch For In 2017

Business Facilities

CareerBuilder's annual job forecast finds 40% of employers plan to hire full-time, permanent employees in 2017, predictions for how the Trump administration will impact hiring are mixed. Read Five Hiring Trends To Watch For In 2017 on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.