Mon.Apr 27, 2020

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Tips for a Successful Webinar

Construction Marketing

With COVID-19, many companies must think outside the box to keep their engagement high. There is no better time than today to start planning your next webinar. Here are 10 successful webinar tips. Know you attendees. Consider these three questions: Who will be attending? What challenges are they facing? What are their goals? Knowing these three questions will allow you to get a better understanding of the audience.

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Concrete Sealing Compounds – Features & Types [PDF]

The Constructor

Concrete sealing compounds or concrete sealers are liquids applied on the hardened concrete surface to prevent the penetration of deicing solutions,

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Dust, debris can be deadly: Study finds healthcare construction training lacking

Construction Dive

Researchers found construction companies need to make sure their superintendents, workers and subcontractors working in or near hospitals and other facilities are aware of the dangers they can pose to patients.

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Planning for life in cities after the pandemic

BD+C

We’ve been here before. . In the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, heavy clouds hang over words like “density” and “urban”. These same clouds took shape in the aftermath of 9/11, when influential articles like a Blueprint for a Better City ( Wired , December 1, 2001) proclaimed “Density Kills”, and called for a return to safer suburbs. Just recently, the governor of one of America’s largest states publicly questioned whether his state needed to explore lower density models for growth in the aft

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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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Construction begins in China on world's largest soccer stadium

Construction Dive

Work on the $1.7 billion, 100,000-seat Guangzhou Evergrande stadium began last week and is set for a 2022 completion date.

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Erudite eSports: Colleges build their very own eSports arenas

BD+C

The success and popularity of eSports is no longer a surprise to anyone. Purpose-built eSports stadiums are popping up both around the country and the world, hosting events with audiences and prize pools pushing well into the millions.

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Industrial Parks: Cities Of Industry

Business Facilities

The world’s largest industrial parks cover hundreds of square miles and rest in the center of titanic logistics networks. These mega-sites literally are metropolises of manufacturing. - Read: Industrial Parks: Cities Of Industry at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Computers are hard

BD+C

Computers are hard – I am quickly reminded of this whenever I have to help one of my parents troubleshoot a computer problem. “Gosh, mom, learn how to use a computer!” I usually think to myself. Yet, even for me, I’m sometimes left scratching my head at finding a solution for getting a printer back to working order. For many – beyond web browsing and checking email – computers have remained difficult black boxes used out of a necessity or requirement.

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[VIDEO] Engineers Create Climbing ‘Koala’ 3D Printer

Construction Equipment

Although 3D printing technology has opened countless possibilities, there is one large drawback to the conventional indoor 3D systems: they can only produce items smaller than the printers.

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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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Big Design, Small Details

BD+C

Just about every architect worth their measure develops a design process that works for them - it’s almost like a fingerprint, it’s that unique. In today’s episode, Andrew and I are going to talk about design, and we are going to do it in a manner that’s proper to the sort of design conversation that you might hear if you were sitting next to two architects at a bar.

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What to Know About Job Hazard Analysis

Safety Services Company

Not all jobs are created equal. Unfortunately, in various industries, some careers encounter more safety hazards than others. While these jobs might be dangerous, the reality is somebody has to do it. As an employer, it is your responsibility to keep your workers safe. After all, employees are arguably a business’s best assets. Especially for those who have been in the company for many years, these employees keep operations running smoothly and effectively.

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5 must reads for the AEC industry today: April 27, 2020

BD+C

1. Erudite eSports: Colleges build their very own eSports arenas (BD+C). "Small colleges such as Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) and Full Sail University have taken it upon themselves to create dedicated eSports arenas and facilities for their student eSports athletes.".

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Phoenix Architects Tout New Urban Dynamics

ENR Construction

ENR Southwest's 2020 Design Firm of the Year Shepley Bulfinch embraces its role in furthering the city’s transformation into the most vibrant metro area in the Southwest.

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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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State Associations Release Roadmap To COVID-19 Recovery

Business Facilities

A bipartisan response to COVID-19, the roadmap outlines 10 key steps for governors to protect the public’s health while preparing to reopen the economy. - Read: State Associations Release Roadmap To COVID-19 Recovery at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Paycheck Program Allows Firms to Add, Retain Workers

Construction Equipment

A large share of construction firms received loan funds under the new Paycheck Protection Program, enabling many of them to hire or retain employees despite a surge in project cancellations, according to a survey released by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).

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Midwest Stay at Home Orders Extended, Ended and Updated

ENR Construction

Midwest states with large-population, metropolitan areas mostly plan to extend stay-at-home orders, while smaller population states never had a stay-at-home order to begin with or are planning to let them expire as reported cases of COVID-19 decrease.

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CFOs Prioritize Workplace Safety And Employee Health

Business Facilities

As states start to lift COVID-19 stay-at-home orders, survey reveals CFOs expect changes in measures to address workplace safety and employee health. . - Read: CFOs Prioritize Workplace Safety And Employee Health at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Sky Train Extension to Ease Traffic Around Phoenix Airport

ENR Construction

The $740-million extension will reduce congestion and cut the airport’s carbon footprint while linking terminals to other modes of travel.

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GIVEAWAY WEEK 2020 HOME PAGE

Construction Junkie

Over the years, I've been fortunate enough to have gathered some excess accessories, batteries, bags, and other odds and ends and I want to give my readers a chance to win them! Each day throughout this week, I’ll be posting short giveaways on here and on our various social media pages for items from DeWalt, Milwaukee, Ryobi, Procore, Autodesk, and several Construction Junkie hats.

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New Monthly Job Loss Data Foreshadows More Layoffs Amid Project Cancellations, State Cutbacks, Reports AGC

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction employment declined in 20 states and D.C. in March, aligning with the results of a recent survey by the Associated General Contractors of America that found growing layoffs amid new project cancellations and state funding constraints. Association officials warned that these cancellations mean massive job losses are likely to occur soon in even more states unless Congress helps cover rapidly declining state revenues, adds funding for Paycheck Protection Program loans and takes other

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GIVEAWAY #1: DEWALT PRIZE PACK

Construction Junkie

We’re kicking off giveaway week with your favorite yellow tool brand: DeWalt! Be sure to check back daily for 4 more giveaways this week. For details on all of our giveaways throughout the week, visit our Giveaway Week Home Page by clicking or tapping here. The Contest Prizes (2) DeWalt 20V MAX 4ah batteries (1) DeWalt Fast Charger (1) DeWalt Standard Charger DeWalt flask (2) Yeti Rambler Mugs with Autodesk logo and magnetic lids Construction Junkie Hat Lenox metal cutting jigsaw blade Lenox woo

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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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Don’t Miss Our Global Supply Chain Webinar!

Business Facilities

Rosemary Coates, Executive Director of the Reshoring Institute, will discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the global supply chain. - Read: Don’t Miss Our Global Supply Chain Webinar! at BusinessFacilities.com.

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ENR Southeast Previews 2020 Top Contractors Ranking

ENR Construction

The survey generates ENR Southeast's annual ranking of contractors working in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, Tennessee and Puerto Rico.

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Wayne Rooney leads Derby players in a WAGE WAR as he tells club chiefs that squad will not accept proposal to defer HALF of their pay – with former England captain only willing to see salaries slashed by 25%

Construction Test

is at the centre of players’ battle against a proposed 50 per cent wage deferral. Sportsmail understands the Rams board want the squad to forego half of their pay, which would be paid back at a later date. But Rooney, who is leading talks on behalf of players, informed chief executive officer Stephen Pearce that the squad are only willing to take a 25 per cent deferral.

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Some Las Vegas Megaprojects Halted, But Most Regional Work Moves Forward

ENR Construction

Many areas in the Southwest have escaped the widespread government-mandated shutdowns from the coronavirus pandemic, but several key regional projects have been halted, and planned starts for others are in jeopardy.

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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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Incredible moment a COVID-19 patient is pulled from the brink of death with a jolt: Photo series captures brutal reality of life on a New York ER ward during the global pandemic

Construction Test

This is the incredible moment a team of nurses and doctors at Saint Joseph’s Medical Center, in Yonkers, New York, miraculously saved a Covid-19 patient from the brink of death. A nurse furiously pushes down on a man’s chest as five other staff in full protective gear surround the patient’s bed. Suddenly, one throws up his arms and steps backward. ‘OK, move!

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CannonDesign is ENR California’s Design Firm of the Year

ENR Construction

ENR names CannonDesign ENR California’s Design Firm of the Year.

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Doha, Qatar: Where to dine for authentic Middle Eastern cuisine

Construction Test

Gordon Ramsay got here before me. So did Alain Ducasse, Jamie Oliver and Nobu. Even Peruvian super-chef Gaston Acurio has opened his own outlet in Doha, Qatar’s burgeoning capital. But I’m standing them all up. On my fleeting visit to Doha, I want to eat local and sample the cuisine of Qatar and its neighbours across the Middle East. On my first, long-ago trip through the Middle East, scraping by on a meagre budget, I survived on a repetitive diet of hummus and kebabs.

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