Thu.May 06, 2021

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I use MS Project. Why would I want to use something else?

Lets Build

Are you using MS Project or Excel to stay on top of your schedule? Many project managers and site foremen, like you, choose to rely on these tools to manage their programme. And this is where the problems begin. You plan your project in MS Project and distribute it, but as soon as there is an obstacle, your schedule becomes obsolete causing stress and confusion because the information is coming to you late.

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Fighting Capital Erosion

Construction Business Owner

Fighting Capital Erosion. Alex Headley. Thu, 05/06/2021 - 07:30. In the first quarter of 2020, prior to the onslaught of the pandemic, the nation’s construction industry was thriving, adding more than $900 billion in gross domestic product (GDP) revenue to the United States economy. Both this revenue and high employment levels were the best the industry had seen since 2008.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Techniques in Civil Engineering

The Constructor

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a technology associated with the simulation of human intelligence in machines to enable learning and problem solving.

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New York: Where Steel Turns Into Sugar

Business Facilities

The historic Bethlehem Steel mill in Lackawanna, New York, built in the 19th Century, will be converted into a $19-million sugar refinery. - Read: New York: Where Steel Turns Into Sugar at BusinessFacilities.com.

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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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Should I Do A Full Wrap Of My Company Vans?

A David Creation

Wrapping your company vehicles is a cost-effective way to ramp up your local brand recognition. Just make sure you do it right! You can install a 1/4, 1/2, ¾, or full wrap (using printed vinyl), and it can be done on both purchased and leased vehicles in most cases. Just make sure you double-check with your dealership if you’re in a leasing situation to confirm the details of your contract.

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Construction Workers Top the List of Most Hesitant to Get Vaccinated

Pro Builder

Construction Workers Top the List of Most Hesitant to Get Vaccinated. cbroderick. Thu, 05/06/2021 - 09:44. According to a study from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, nearly half of surveyed construction workers said they would probably or definitely not get vaccinated if offered. It puts construction workers at the top of the list for occupations least likely to get vaccinated.

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Blue roofs can provide relief to overwhelmed stormwater systems

BD+C

Most urban infrastructure was not designed for shorter duration storms that yield torrential downpours. Hard surfaces including roofs cause stormwater to pool rapidly, creating floods. Green roofs can mitigate some of this effect, and a similar approach known as “ blue roofs ” can accomplish the same without using vegetation.

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10 Kid-Friendly Home Features That Sell Homes Faster

Pro Builder

10 Kid-Friendly Home Features That Sell Homes Faster. cbroderick. Thu, 05/06/2021 - 10:08. Parents are on the hunt for homes with kid-friendly features such as treehouses and nearby parks, resulting in faster sale times. Features selling homes the fastest focus on the outdoors, such as a backyard, sandbox, and playground. These features sell homes about four to five days faster than expected, according to Zillow.

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A Wonderful Waterfront Bamboo Pavilion in China

Natural Building

The Huanglong Waterfront Bamboo Pavilion is located in the ancient village of Beijiao in the Guangdong Province of China. “Baijiao” in ancient times means “hundred interlaced rivers and dense water network” Public space integrated with nature close to water is a place for people to enjoy, chat and entertain. The Bamboo Pavilion is located in the newly-built Liyusha Park in the center of Huanglong Village.

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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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7 Best Polo Shirts for Work

Work Gearz

The polo shirt gets its name long before it became popular. It was invented for polo matches to allow comfort and range of motion to players while still having an attractive look. The popularity that this shirt has gained through the years is due above all to the quality of the fabric used because it ensures comfort. In fact, this type of shirt is also incredibly comfortable and can lend some easy style to your wardrobe.

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BMO Centre expansion breaks ground

BD+C

The BMO Centre expansion has officially broken ground in Calgary’s Stampede Park. The expansion will provide provide state-of-the-art facilities for community engagement and economic benefit through job creation and tourism.

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These Home Improvements Offer the Greatest Return on Investment

Pro Builder

These Home Improvements Offer the Greatest Return on Investment. cbroderick. Thu, 05/06/2021 - 09:55. The majority of the top-value creating home improvement projects this year focus on the exterior of the home, but overall, return on investments are significantly lower due to rising material costs. Housing market research and analytics firm Zonda Media released its 2021 Cost vs.

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Construction Economics for May 10, 2021

ENR Construction

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics.

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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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New York Penn Station’s stylish new entrance invites travelers to the train concourse and the city

BD+C

Great fanfare was accorded the opening, last January, of the $1.6 billion 486,000-sf Moynihan Train Hall, an adaptive reuse of the 107-year-old Farley Post Office Building and the first major step toward the reimagination of New York City’s Pennsylvania Station, the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere. The Train Hall “gives the city the gateway it deserves,” wrote the New York Times architecture critic Michael Kimmelman.

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Specifying the right resinous flooring system

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Tnemec. by Mark Thomas. Selection of flooring materials often starts with the preferred visual appeal based on the Needs of the architect, the interior designer, or the owner. What materials would best meet the aesthetic needs: The warmth of hardwoods, the durability and decorative options of tile, or the economy and cleanliness of vinyl?

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BMO Centre expansion breaks ground

BD+C

The BMO Centre expansion has officially broken ground in Calgary’s Stampede Park. The expansion will provide provide state-of-the-art facilities for community engagement and economic benefit through job creation and tourism.

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21 Different Types of Arches Construction

CivilJungle

Introduction of Arches Construction. An Arch is basically a structure that is constructed of a wedge-shaped unit. The inner curve of an arch is known as Intrados and the outer curve of the arch is known as Extrados. The main function of the arches is to support the load of the portion of the wall which is situated above the openings. In this article, you will get to know the types of arches construction which are generally used in the construction of various structures.

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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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Storms Leave Waterfront Homes With Wreckage and Owners With High Costs

Pro Builder

Storms Leave Waterfront Homes With Wreckage and Owners With High Costs. cbroderick. Thu, 05/06/2021 - 10:02. After Hurricane Sally damaged the roof of one Florida couple’s waterfront home, insurance payouts only covered two-thirds of actual damages. The couple put $100,000 of their own money into repairs although they pay $28,000 annually for their insurance coverage.

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Logistics Challenges: How Do You Complete a Project When You Can't Cross the Border?

ENR Construction

The pandemic has pushed project teams to be creative, but technology solutions enabling remote work have a future beyond work-from-home.

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7 Best ANSI Safety Glasses for Men and Women

Work Gearz

Whenever you are at risk for dust, particles, debris, or even liquids flying into your eyes, you should be wearing a pair of certified safety glasses to protect your vision health. After researching and testing approximately two dozen safety glasses with ANSI certification in the most diverse situations, we concluded that the 3M Virtua CCS Safety Glasses are the overall best ANSI certified safety glasses that most people will find to be a great choice for their PPE needs.

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Constructing Moynihan Train Hall's Barrel-Vault Atriums With Exclusive Video

ENR Construction

In 1993, Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan, noticing that McKim, Mead & White’s James A. Farley Post Office Building (1912) was no longer the center of the city’s mail-handling operations, proposed that conversion to a railroad station could help relieve Penn Station’s notorious congestion.

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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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New Construction Hits Record Highs as Inventory Posts Record Lows

Pro Builder

New Construction Hits Record Highs as Inventory Posts Record Lows. cbroderick. Thu, 05/06/2021 - 09:48. The housing shortage worsened in April by reaching a new low, but March’s increase in new construction could bring much needed relief. Active listings fell 47% during the four-week period ending April 11, reports The Washington Post. And home prices advanced with 43% of homes sold for more than the asking price and 59% of homes gone within two weeks, according to data from Redfin.com.

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How Digital As-Builts & Connected Construction Support Sustainable Infrastructure

ENR Construction

Learn how digital as-builts and connected construction help construction stakeholders work efficiently and build more sustainable infrastructure projects.

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Israel-Based Aerospace Company Relocating Operations To Oklahoma

Business Facilities

TAT Technologies Ltd. is expected to create more than 300 jobs as it relocates its thermal components activities from Israel to Tulsa, OK. - Read: Israel-Based Aerospace Company Relocating Operations To Oklahoma at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Energy Builder MasTec Boosts Pivot With $420M Buy of Power Specialist INTREN

ENR Construction

Link creates $8B operation that pushes leading pipeline builder to other niches and is industry's largest minority and woman-owned company.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

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!

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Women AEC Leaders See Key Role in Industry's COVID Reboot

ENR Construction

Market shifts and ESG mandates will expand opportunities for women to drive change in coming industry rebound, execs told attendees May 4 at ENR Groundbreaking Women in Construction conference.

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Energy Builder MasTec Boosts Pivot In $420M Power Firm INTREN Buy

ENR Construction

Link creates $8B operation that pushes leading pipeline contractor toward other niches and is industry's largest minority and woman-owned company.

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Energy Builder MasTec Boosts Pivot with $420M Buy of Transmission Specialist INTREN

ENR Construction

Link creates $8B operation that pushes leading pipeline builder to other niches and is industry's largest minority and woman-owned company.