The Constructor

AUGUST 22, 2017

The near surface mounted strengthening of reinforced concrete beams improves its flexural strength. Failure modes of such beams is discussed. Read.

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Lets Build

AUGUST 22, 2017

We hereby bring you our list of 50 biggest construction blogs and places to get updates about the construction industry. A great list for you to check out in order to find influential companies in the industry, that talks about the newest trends and pulse of the industry. The list.

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The Constructor

AUGUST 22, 2017

Purpose of providing bridge column casing is to improve its ductility, shear and flexural capacity. Methods of column casing, details and uses are.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 22, 2017

LEAN Construction & LEAN Facilities Management Management Myths. Senior Vice President at Four BT, LLC. #1. LEAN FM & LEAN Construction require more time and cost more. FALSE: Traditional methods such as design-bid-build and even design-build, are wasteful and cost more in the long run than Integrated Project Delivery (for new construction) and Job Order Contracting (JOC) for renovation, repair, and minor new construction.

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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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The Constructor

AUGUST 22, 2017

There are three methods for design of concrete pipes for sewer sanitary. Direct design of concrete pipes, its applicability and criteria are.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 22, 2017

Bobcat 5-Link torsion suspension undercarriage for compact track loaders, available first on the T870 CTL, incorporates a new drive motor with an outer bearing that receives continuous lubrication from oil within the loader’s hydraulic system. The drive shaft has been increases 15 percent in diameter. The inner gear box reservoir housed within the new drive motor is easier to flush and fill through the two service ports.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2017

NEW YORK, N.Y. – The value of new construction starts in July advanced 6 percent from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $728.1 billion, it was reported by Dodge Data & Analytics. Leading the way was a 26 percent jump by the nonbuilding construction sector, which reflected an improved level for public works and the start of two massive power plants, located respectively in California and New York.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 22, 2017

Dodge Data & Analytic s has released its Monthly Summary of new construction starts for July 2017, reporting the value of new construction starts in July advanced 6 percent from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $728.1 billion.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

AUGUST 22, 2017

Maximillian Hughes-Williams has posted on the CIB Blog, published by a UK-based marketing agency focusing on the AEC sector, an intriguingly large list of recent social media product innovations. There’s too much in the list for me to reproduce directly without pushing the copyright boundaries, but I’ll go out on a limb and include his list […].

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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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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 22, 2017

There are various measuring and image apps for smartphones and tablet, but ikeGPS's Spike has developed a unit that turns smart devices into professional surveying instruments that communicates with Autodesk programs.

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Green Industry Professionals

AUGUST 22, 2017

The Farmers' Almanac predicts a snowy winter from Maryland to Maine with five coastal storms to bring winter misery to the region.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 22, 2017

Reuters reports the U.S. International Trade Commission announced today it will begin an investigation certain Caterpillar road milling machines and components, such as scrapers, auxiliary drives, height-adjustable lighting columns, milling drum uncoupling functionality and hydraulically stabilized chassis.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 22, 2017

Agriculture equipment distributor LS Tractor USA will expand its operations in Nash County, adding 31 jobs over five years and investing $11.5 million to upgrade its offices and facilities in Battleboro, NC. Photo: Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina. LS Tractor USA sells and distributes tractors and agricultural equipment produced by South Korea-based LS Mtron.

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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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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 22, 2017

The U.S. International Trade Commission will begin an investigation into certain Caterpillar road milling machines and components, after Wirtgen America filed a complaint alleging patent infringement. Wirtgen says Caterpillar violated section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 in the importation into the United States and sale of certain road milling machines and components that infringe on Wirtgen patents.

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Contractor Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2017

NexTech Academy is designed to take a person with no experience in plumbing, heating, cooling or electrical work and educate them to become a highly proficient technician.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 22, 2017

A data center owner plans to use a site that is above the Arctic circle to take advantage the ambient chill for cooling and an abundance of locally produced hydroelectric power to neutralize carbon loading.

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Contractor Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2017

This week’s gallery focuses on power tools: a brushless reciprocating saw with multi-grip handle; an inline PEX pressing tool for residential applications; a portable power station for remote locations; a pressing tool with autostop; an all-in-one fusion tool for PP pipe; and a brushless angle grinder for heavy-duty remote locations.

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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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BD+C

AUGUST 22, 2017

Menorah Medical Center is a full-service acute care hospital located in Overland Park, Kansas. Its Family Birthing Center offers a nurturing and relaxing environment, which the client wanted to reflect through the aesthetics of the labor and delivery unit. Their goal was to renovate the public corridors and nurse stations to provide an inviting introduction and a comfortable stay at the center.

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Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 22, 2017

Cross Section Analysis & Design (most recognized software for structural uses in America, Europe, Asia and Australia) refers to a robust application that can be applied for computing an extensive range of cross section, along with the formation of design for reinforced concrete sections (rebar calculator). The resultant cross sections are simple or composite and can comprise of one or more geometric entities (rectangles, polygons, circles, arcs etc.).

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 22, 2017

As demands for better data access on jobsites grows and the Internet of Things begins to bleed over into construction equipment, tool manufacturers are working to build wireless connectivity into their product lines.

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Green Industry Professionals

AUGUST 22, 2017

The pH of the water you used to mix the pesticide makes a difference in how effectively the pesticide works.

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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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ENR Construction

AUGUST 22, 2017

A data center owner plans to use a site above the Arctic circle to take advantage of ambient chill for cooling and an abundance of locally produced hydroelectric power to neutralize carbon loading.

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Green Industry Professionals

AUGUST 22, 2017

The council is not backing down after a judge struck down the general pesticide ban that was set to go into effect next year.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 22, 2017

Moles Executive Director Emeritus Gerry Carty will be cited at Sept. 27 Manhattan awards event.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 22, 2017

A new survey from Robert Half Technology provides insights into the challenges faced by CIOs when it comes to hiring tech talent. The most common barrier to landing the best candidates is not being able to meet salary demands (44 percent), followed by not finding enough qualified applicants (33 percent), and not being seen as an employer of choice (21 percent).

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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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ENR Construction

AUGUST 22, 2017

After court ruling, Maryland transit job work now proceeds with $900M DOT allocation.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 22, 2017

United States based corporations who bank some of their earnings and revenues abroad are required to pay 35 percent of any money they bring back into the U.S. On average, offshore taxes are in the mid-single digits. In this environment, companies that are not repatriating funds are saving approximately 30 percent by keeping their capital offshore. According to an article in TheHill.com, an estimated $2 trillion in earnings are stashed abroad.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 22, 2017

ENR’s Regional Editions are happy to announce the launch of this year’s Top Young Professionals competition!

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