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Construction Lead Services-Comparison of Dodge and ConstructConnect

Construction Marketing

A few years back we took a look at the two largest construction lead services serving the commercial construction market: Dodge Data & Analytics and ConstructConnect. Since then, the companies have undergone ownership changes, wrapped their lead generation services in a wide variety of additional services, and purchased other vendors to round out their platforms.

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Project planners shave $1.4 billion from Hudson River tunnel budget

Construction Dive

The revised plan for the New York-to-New Jersey rail system pegs a new tunnel build and a rehab of the existing system at $11.3 billion, especially if it's delivered through design-build.

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Comparing Liquid and Sheet-applied Bridge Deck Waterproofing Membranes

GCP Applied Technologies

Comparing Liquid and Sheet-applied Bridge Deck Waterproofing Membranes. Phillip.fry@gc…. Fri, 08/30/2019 - 15:03. GCP Applied Technologies. August 30, 2019. Years ago, engineers had little choice but to use sheet-applied waterproofing for protecting bridge decks. However, over the past few decades, more bridge engineers are specifying liquid waterproofing membranes to help extend the design life of the bridge and accelerate project completion.

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An ‘Internet of Beings’? Kinetic flooring promises more than just energy generation

BD+C

You’ve heard of whistling while you work. What about energizing while you walk? . That’s the idea behind Pavegen, a flooring system that generates electrical energy with every step you take. This energy can then be used for powering LED lighting, capturing and transmitting data, and monitoring the environment.

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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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John May Elected as Deere CEO and Board Member

Construction Equipment

John Deere has elected John C. May as a member of the board (effective immediately), and to the position of CEO effective November 4, 2019. He has served as Deere’s president and COO since April 2019. Samuel R.

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Ancient Greek Lifting Machines

Construction Equipment

New research suggests that a “primitive lifting machine” was in use around 150 years prior to the appearance of cranes 2,500 years ago. This early lifting machine was capable of lifting ashlar blocks weighing between 440 to 880 pounds, according to an article in Gizmodo.

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2019 K-12 School Giants Report: 360-degree learning among top school design trends for 2019

BD+C

The nation’s school districts are focused on providing well-rounded learning experiences that plant seeds for future vocations in science, technology, business, or skilled trades. In New Hampshire, the new Dover High School and Regional Career Technical Center brings together 1,500 students in a combined 302,000-sf facility.

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Doing Customer Service Differently in Maryland by 'Doing the Next Right Thing'

Green Industry Professionals

Edwards Lawn and Home LLC revised their core values to improve customer experience

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Fast And Easy Contractor Networking

Contractor Bookkeeping

Profitable contractors attend networking events not because they have nothing better to do; they do it because it pays off. You can either spend hours doing office tasks like bookkeeping or getting face to face with someone who may need your services. Meeting people gives you the chance to build and develop relationships, hire you, or refer you to someone who might.

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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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A Rejuvenating Eco Resort in Costa Rica

Natural Building

Nestled in the foothills of the Talamanca mountain range in Costa Rica, the Kinkára resort invites anyone looking for a restorative escape to visit. You can glamp your way to detoxification, sweating out all of your toxins in a temazcal-inspired sweat ceremony and experiencing the benefits of pure cacao. “We wanted to create an environment and experience that energizes the spirit.

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Former Chicago Ready-Mix Teamsters Local's Leadership Ousted, Lawsuit Planned

ENR Construction

The union that represents Chicago area ready-mix concrete truck drivers and owner-operators has been put into trusteeship by the Teamsters national organization. Its former president says it's part of a long-term attempt to take lucrative ready-mix contracts away from Local 786.

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July Construction Unemployment Rates Remain Low, Says ABC

Construction Superintendent Magazine

In July, estimated not seasonally adjusted construction unemployment rates rose nationally and in 38 states, fell in eight states and remained unchanged in four on a year-over-year basis, according to an analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released by Associated Builders and Contractors. For the third consecutive month, all 50 states posted construction unemployment rates less than 10%.

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How Fleet Management Software Can Help Maintain Safety and Increase Productivity During the Winter

Green Industry Professionals

Fleet management software can help maintain and track assets, monitor weather and communicate with drivers

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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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Some common issue in building plumbing system

Construction Cost Estimating

Plumbing installations play a vital role in buildings since these supply clean water to several types of plumbing fixtures and then send used water to the sewage system. Water should be delivered uninterruptedly and safeguarded from contagion, and drain pipes should have sufficient diameter and no obstructions. In this article, you will be familiar with common plumbing issues and how to get rid of them.

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Doing Customer Service Differently in Maryland by 'Doing the Next Right Thing'

Green Industry Professionals

Edwards Lawn and Home LLC revised its core values to improve customer experience serve as the driving force behind the business

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More Than 300,000 Comments Pour In on DOL's Proposed Apprenticeship Rule

ENR Construction

Building trades back, and ABC opposes, construction exemption from proposed new apprenticeship program.

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How Fleet Management Software Can Help Maintain Safety and Increase Productivity During the Winter

Green Industry Professionals

Fleet management software can help maintain and track assets, monitor weather and communicate with drivers

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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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Florida Corps, Contractors Ready for Dorian

ENR Construction

Greatest concern, for now, is over the dike around Lake Okeechobee.

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Equipment and Leasing Options for Landscapers

Green Industry Professionals

Finance for landscaping business owners of all sizes, Part 7

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WSP Boosts Growth With Planned $65M Buy of US Engineer

ENR Construction

Canadian giant says the deal for Ecology & Environment Inc. would expand its environmental services niche and U.S. public sector market.

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Florida Corps, Contractors Ready for Dorian

ENR Construction

Greatest concerns for now is over dike around Lake Okeechobee

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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!