What is a hidden beam? Purpose, Applications and Design
The Constructor
MAY 30, 2018
What is a Hidden Beam? Hidden beam is a reinforced concrete beam, also called concealed beam provided within the depth of supporting slabs. So, the.
The Constructor
MAY 30, 2018
What is a Hidden Beam? Hidden beam is a reinforced concrete beam, also called concealed beam provided within the depth of supporting slabs. So, the.
Construction Business Owner
MAY 30, 2018
Each month, the Construction Business Owner team compiles statistics from several different sources, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the United States Census Bureau, to give you a better understanding of the current state of affairs for the construction industry. The statistics featured in each month's print issue are for 3 months prior to the publication of the magazine, based on the data available.
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The Constructor
MAY 30, 2018
There are various factors that lead to schedule delay in construction project. Factors might be different from one project to another one. In this.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 30, 2018
Tech Tools for Better Construction Management.
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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.
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2018
The $90 billion repair backlog could also cause 162,000 jobs to disappear, according to the American Public Transportation Association.
Professional Constructor Central brings together the best content for construction professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2018
In order to increase productivity, more than 52% of construction owners plan to invest in automated technology by the end of 2018.
BD+C
MAY 30, 2018
Mixed use. You know how it works: Stack a couple of hundred apartments two or three stories high, throw in some ground-floor commercial space, and—voila!—you’ve built your very own mixed-use complex. It’s a simple real estate formula that has worked for decades.
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2018
Adding technology to an older structure can make the building more efficient and boost occupant productivity, but new construction may be a better option.
BD+C
MAY 30, 2018
Large, complex buildings can be difficult for anyone to navigate, but take away the benefit of sight and they can be downright impossible. But a solution may be on the horizon.
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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?
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2018
But the sector has an opportunity to adopt tried-and-true AI algorithms used by more tech-savvy industries, according to McKinsey & Co.
Digger Blog
MAY 30, 2018
Advance Construction Scotland was set up in 1993 by Seamus Shields. From its base in Blantyre, it provides groundworks and civil engineering services. Still family run, it now covers the whole of Scotland, employs 1,400 people and has a projected turnover of 160m for 2018. Advance Construction Scotland was set up in 1993 by Seamus Shields. From its base in Blantyre, it provides groundworks and civil engineering services.
Contractor Magazine
MAY 30, 2018
Industry must work to change the public perception of the profession and to eliminate barriers to entry. And women may be a big part of its future.
Construction Equipment
MAY 30, 2018
Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner announced a proposal to spend $11.05 billion in the next six years on infrastructure repairs and improvements. Rauner said " “Investing in transportation creates jobs and economic opportunity, improves safety and makes Illinois a better place to raise a family. This plan will make Illinois more competitive while protecting the interests of the taxpayers.
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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.
Construction Marketing Ideas
MAY 30, 2018
A few weeks ago, I reached 65, and the official “retirement” age. The Canadian Pension Plan and Old Age Security payments (roughly similar to US Social Security) will start and continue for the rest of my life at the end of June. My health is good. And I’m still drawing a salary and working at […].
BD+C
MAY 30, 2018
. SUMMARY. For more than two decades, BD+C editors have written about innovations and advances in the use of factory-built assemblies and modular buildings on commercial construction projects. From bathroom pods to MEP trade racks to entire prefab rooms, offsite construction is starting to take hold as more Building Teams realize the benefits of improved quality, refined scheduling, and, in some cases, reduced costs.
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2018
Bassem Hamdy and Ron Goldshmidt say the technology can create a comprehensive record of building activity and streamline O&M handover.
BD+C
MAY 30, 2018
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has proposed a rule that would provide long-term clarity regarding crane operator certification requirements.
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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!
Construction Equipment
MAY 30, 2018
Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica, New York, has been awarded a $557,487 grant from the National Science Foundation to support a project through which MVCC will develop a series of microcredentials to increase the number of skilled technicians in the unoccupied aerial systems (UAS) industry to address local workforce needs.
BD+C
MAY 30, 2018
After Seattle’s recent enactment of an employee head count tax to combat an acute housing shortage blamed on the rapid growth of Amazon and other high tech companies, cities in Silicon Valley are moving forward with similar proposals. Mountain View, home to Alphabet, Intuit Inc., and LinkedIn, has proposed a tax that could cost major local employers between $250 and $300 a head.
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2018
After another "once-in-a-thousand-years" flood, property owners, facing millions of dollars in damage, may opt to abandon low-lying Ellicott City.
Business Facilities
MAY 30, 2018
The California-based electric vehicle company will establish manufacturing operations at the former AM General facility in Mishawaka, IN. - Read: SF Motors To Create 467 Jobs In Indiana at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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!
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2018
The new transit initiative fast-tracks the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's modernization plans from 40 years to 10 years.
Business Facilities
MAY 30, 2018
The solar cell manufacturer will create more than 500 jobs at a new facility in Dalton, GA. . - Read: Hanwha Q CELLS Korea Investing $150M In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2018
Dubbed Project Cricket, the name of the company behind the deal with the city of Huntsville won't be released until next month.
ENR Construction
MAY 30, 2018
The gate expansion is expected to help Denver International Airport meet its growing passenger load, up 5.3% from last year to nearly 61 million passengers.
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Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!
Contractor Magazine
MAY 30, 2018
Bregal Sagemount is a growth-focused private equity firm that provides capital and strategic assistance to market-leading companies.
ENR Construction
MAY 30, 2018
The move brings Deere's excavators to a level of grade control alreadty seen among some of its competitors, but with full factory-installed integration with Topcon's machine-control systems.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 30, 2018
Editor’s Note: This is Part 3 of a five-part series on Construction Project Management. Previously, we looked at the complexity of construction projects and the importance of the folks working on project teams—especially the project manager who has to keep all people and processes moving on a daily basis. Now it’s time to look at some of the technology tools being used.
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