Fri.Mar 05, 2021

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The Answer To Your Construction Bookkeeping Chaos

Contractor Bookkeeping

Making decisions never ends for contractors like you. Being adaptable is one of the basics of good decision-making skills. Think of decision-making as being in a bumper car. You are continually driving and trying to avoid the other bumper cars. Suppose you hit one you back up and go again (reminder this is the only safe place to hit other vehicles).

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Trends in Air Transportation Deliver Diverse Contracting Opportunities in 2021

Construction Business Owner

Trends in Air Transportation Deliver Diverse Contracting Opportunities in 2021. Alex Headley. Fri, 03/05/2021 - 07:30. Even though the world is dealing with a pandemic and travel has been discouraged for months, Nov. 29, 2020, set a record for the number of people passing through United States airports during a single day that year. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reported that approximately 1.2 million citizens flew that Sunday.

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How to Design Continuous Beam and One-way Slab using ACI Approximate Analysis Method?

The Constructor

Continuous beams and one-ways slabs are statically indeterminate structures which i.e they cannot be analyzed using three equations of equilibrium.

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Construction Cost Estimate Validation

Job Order Contracting

Construction cost estimate validation is a process to determine the relative level of reliability. Note that the work “accuracy” is purposely not being used. Any use of the work accuracy with the word construction estimate is simply foolish. If, you would like to learn more on this particular topic…visit here. Construction cost estimate validation is basically an objective risk analysis and assessment of information reliability.

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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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How to Design Continuous Beam and One-way Slab using ACI Approximate Analysis Method?

The Constructor

Continuous beams and one-ways slabs are statically indeterminate structures which i.e they cannot be analyzed using three equations of equilibrium.

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Top Five Site Selection Predictions For 2021

Business Facilities

A survey of Site Selectors Guild members reveals the key trends impacting corporate location decisions in a wide range of industries in the U.S. and around the world. . - Read: Top Five Site Selection Predictions For 2021 at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Mack Offers Unlimited Parameter Updates

Construction Equipment

Mack customers can now make unlimited parameter updates through the Mack Over The Air (OTA) remote programming solution, improving uptime and simplifying the update process.

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More Single Women Purchased Homes Last Quarter

Pro Builder

More Single Women Purchased Homes Last Quarter. cbroderick. Fri, 03/05/2021 - 09:06. Despite the number of women homebuyers remaining relatively stable, the fourth quarter saw an 8.7% increase of single women purchasing homes compared to the same time last year. Single women homebuyers make up 15%, just under the 18% share of single men buyers, according to the Guardian.

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Injury Most Common Within First 4 Work Hours

Construction Equipment

A new study finds during the first four hours of their shift, workers are most likely to suffer traumatic injuries, according to EHS Today. Those working the night shift also suffer more severe injuries than those working the day shift.

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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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Increasing Number of Single Women Purchased Homes Last Quarter

Pro Builder

Increasing Number of Single Women Purchased Homes Last Quarter. cbroderick. Fri, 03/05/2021 - 09:06. Despite the number of women homebuyers remaining relatively stable, the fourth quarter saw an 8.7% increase of single women purchasing homes compared to the same time last year. Single women homebuyers make up 15%, just under the 18% share of single men buyers, according to the Guardian.

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Skyjack SJ3013, SJ3014 Micro Scissor

Construction Equipment

Skyjack’s SJ3013 and SJ3014 micro scissor lifts have a working height of 19 feet, and 20 feet. The SJ3013 has a platform height of 13 feet, working height of 18 feet, and is wind rated for one person. The lift fits through a standard doorway without folding its rails.

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4 Smart and Beautiful Duplexes

Pro Builder

4 Smart and Beautiful Duplexes. cbroderick. Fri, 03/05/2021 - 11:09. These duplexes offer thoughtful details and use of materials and colors, resulting in welcoming façades. Larry W. Garnett, FAIBD, House Review Lead Designer. Duplexes play a vital role in the effort to provide functional, attractive housing at affordable prices. Although they've traditionally been segregated to specific locations within municipal development plans, changing zoning laws are beginning to allow these attached home

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Miller Formless Hires VP of Finance, Admin

Construction Equipment

Miller Formless has hired Jeff Duchrow as its vice president of finance and administration. Duchrow will utilize his 15+ years of expertise in corporate finance to oversee the company’s accounting, finance, and administrative functions.

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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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Call for Volunteer Plumbers to Aid Recovery Efforts in Texas

Contractor Magazine

American Standard in Partnership with Water Mission and Plumbers Without Borders supports Texas relief effort.

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Trimble TSC5 Controller

Construction Equipment

The TSC5 Controller features a 5-inch screen, keypad, and all-day battery for field data collection. Its ergonomic design is lightweight, easy to grip and ideal for rugged environments, the company says. It is also resistant to shock, dust, and water.

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Construction Loses 61K Jobs in February as Unemployment Rate Hits 9.6%

ENR Construction

Specialty trade contractors saw the greatest job losses while the industry's jobless rate worsened on monthly, year-over-year bases.

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Engcon EC226 Tiltrotator & Lifting Hook

Construction Equipment

The EC226, the company’s second largest tiltrotator for excavators in the 19- to 26-tonne weight class, now has a more powerful lifting hook that is approved for 8 tons according to EN 474-1: 2006 + A6: 2019 ANNEX E. The upgrade applies to directly attached tiltrotators.

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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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Corps Report Sets Stage for $1.4B Wetlands Restoration Project

ENR Construction

Benefits are worth the risk, according to state officials and experts, on the proposed $1.4 billion project to rebuild Louisiana’s coastal wetlands.

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Maxam MS708 Solid OTR Tire

Construction Equipment

MS708 solid off-the-road tire for the waste and recycling industries features a high traction and wearable tread pattern with 50 percent tread rubber.

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Perkins and Will designs new vertical campus for Ryerson University

BD+C

Perkins and Will and Ryerson University have recently unveiled the new Daphne Cockwell Health Sciences Complex in downtown Toronto. The 28-story tower will connect students to the vibrancy of the city while also unifying Ryerson’s academic and residential functions.

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Biogen To Invest $200M In NC Gene Therapy Manufacturing Facility

Business Facilities

Biogen’s new innovative and scalable gene therapy manufacturing facility will support plans to advance its gene therapy portfolio, employ approximately 90 in Research Triangle Park, NC. - Read: Biogen To Invest $200M In NC Gene Therapy Manufacturing Facility at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Perkins&Will designs new vertical campus for Ryerson University

BD+C

Perkins&Will and Ryerson University have recently unveiled the new Daphne Cockwell Health Sciences Complex in downtown Toronto. The 28-story tower will connect students to the vibrancy of the city while also unifying Ryerson’s academic and residential functions.

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What Is Underwater Concrete | Advantage & Disadvantage of Underwater Concrete | Application of Underwater Concrete | How Do They Pour Concrete Under Water

CivilJungle

What Is Underwater Concrete? Underwater concrete is a form of construction material widely used in certain forms of structural engineering projects. In every other building in which the lower parts of the buildings are expected to remain underwater, underwater concrete should be used. Advantage of Underwater Concrete: Makes construction as well as excavation in a challenging atmosphere.

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Waterproofing Glass Mat Backer Board

Pro Builder

Waterproofing Glass Mat Backer Board. mbeirne. Fri, 03/05/2021 - 06:00. Follow these best practices for a reliable installation. John Koenig. Although cement backer board is one of the most commonly used tile underlayments for wet-area walls, a high percentage of production builders have switched to glass mat gypsum board products, such as Georgia Pacific’s DensShield or CertainTeed’s Diamondback Tile Backer.

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Soil Hydrometer | What Does a Hydrometer Measure | How Does a Soil Hydrometer Work | How to Read Hydrometer | Use a Hydrometer | Advantages & Disadvantages of Hydrometer

CivilJungle

Soil Hydrometer: A hydrometer is an instrument which is utilized to gauge the general thickness of a fluid. A hydrometer is made of glass and essentially comprises two sections; A round and hollow stem with graduation marks. A bulb at base weighted with mercury. The lower the thickness of the fluid the more the hydrometer will sink. Think about water and petroleum for instance.

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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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Secondary Market Demand Jumped 100%—Here are the Hottest Metros

Pro Builder

Secondary Market Demand Jumped 100%—Here are the Hottest Metros. cbroderick. Fri, 03/05/2021 - 09:11. Secondary home markets have been the shining stars of the pandemic due to Americans’ new ability to telecommute, a desire for more space, and more affordable areas. According to Redfin, the demand for second homes leaped 100% in October of last year compared to the previous year and is double the demand for primary homes during the same time period.

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D.C. Metrorail Aims for Its First Use of Construction Manager at-Risk

ENR Construction

Plan would apply to renovating rail bridge over Potomac, repairing tunnel.

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Standout Green Products from IBSx

Pro Builder

Standout Green Products from IBSx. cbroderick. Fri, 03/05/2021 - 09:15. Despite technical difficulties, manufacturers were able to show off their new product releases outside of IBSx and KBIS, and many new offerings feature hygienic, efficient, and safety features. Green Builder Media’s top choice for appliances came from European manufacturer Beko, which promises its new 36-inch counter-depth refrigerator will keep produce crisp for up to 30 days.

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