Fire Bricks – Properties, Types and Uses
The Constructor
JANUARY 28, 2019
A fire brick is a special type of brick made using fire clay and has a good resistance against high temperatures which are used in kilns, lining.
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Job Order Contracting - Untitled Article
Job Order Contracting
JANUARY 28, 2019
Best Value Job Order Contracting Construction Services Come to Southern California. Congratulations to the following contractors for their recent award of CONTRACT #19-7320 – Job Order Contracting & Facilities Construction Services-Southern California by the Allied States Cooperative! AWARDED JOC CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS. ACCO Engineered Systems Attn: Jacob Guy 6265 San Fernando Road Glendale, CA 91201 P:(310) 341-8233 jguy@accoservice.com / www.accoes.com.
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Firebricks – Properties, Types and Uses
The Constructor
JANUARY 28, 2019
A Firebrick is a special type of brick made using fire-clay. It has good resistance against high temperatures. These bricks are manufactured similar.
JPMorgan Chase's NYC HQ demo to be world's tallest
Construction Dive
JANUARY 28, 2019
Replacing the firm's 52-floor Manhattan office after the demolition is a 70-story high-rise, which is expected to create 8,000 construction jobs.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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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.
This is the country’s greenest academic building
BD+C
JANUARY 28, 2019
According to the University of California, Berkeley, Chou Hall, part of the Haas School of Business, has become the greenest academic building in the country thanks to its TRUE Platinum Zero Waste certification at the highest level and a LEED Platinum certification. Chou Hall is the only academic building in the country to achieve TRUE Platinum. To achieve TRUE Platinum, the Chou team earned 69 out of the 70 credits they applied for.
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9 trends to watch
BD+C
JANUARY 28, 2019
Some economists predict that the U.S. economy is not going to plunge into a deep downturn this year but global markets are expected to slow down some , leaving consumer mindsets in a state of trepidation.
Charlotte officials dismiss idea for tunnel under city center
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JANUARY 28, 2019
The North Carolina city will revisit its options for a planned $5 billion to $7 billion extension of its light-rail and other transportation systems.
9 tech trends to track in 2019
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JANUARY 28, 2019
Some economists predict that the U.S. economy is not going to plunge into a deep downturn this year but global markets are expected to slow down some , leaving consumer mindsets in a state of trepidation.
Magna Tyres Expands to North America
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 28, 2019
Magna Tyres Group is opening an office in Canada as part of its expansion into the North American market. “We took a great deal of care in choosing this location for our new office,” said Michael de Ruijter, CEO, in a prepared statement.
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Luxury townhomes rise on the site of a former office park in Irvine, Calif.
BD+C
JANUARY 28, 2019
Built near corporate offices, research and learning centers, and retail, LUX is an enclave of 39 townhomes in Uptown Irvine, Calif., built on a former office park site. The KTGY Architecture + Planning-designed project includes homes that range from 1,587 sf to 2,077 sf. The open floor plans feature three to four bedrooms and attached two-car garages with select homesites that include private entry courtyards, large decks, and either a den or first-floor bedroom with an en-suite bath.
Vacuworx SL 2 Lifting System Improvements
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 28, 2019
The SL 2 Subcompact Vacuum Lifting System has been updated with improved hydraulics and modular pads to enable work with more host machines. It now features a base unit—available with manual or wireless remote control—with modular pad options.
Hotel renovation for the Super Bowl halted due to mold outbreak
BD+C
JANUARY 28, 2019
Hotel renovation projects are often scheduled around upcoming events like large conventions or sporting events. For obvious reasons, these types of renovations typically have a hard deadline that cannot be missed. This puts a lot of stress on the construction and project management teams, who know that no matter what surprises may unfold during the rehab, the scheduled deadline must still be met.
Deere to Bring Graders to Europe Via Wirtgen Network
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JANUARY 28, 2019
John Deere will bring its G Series motor graders to Europe via its Wirtgen Group network in Germany and France. Deere bought Wirtgen in 2017.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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Bagwell Energy Services Adding 150 Jobs In Louisiana
Business Facilities
JANUARY 28, 2019
The energy fabrication company will invest $2.5 million to expand its oil and gas processing industry services in Iberia Parish, LA. - Read: Bagwell Energy Services Adding 150 Jobs In Louisiana at BusinessFacilities.com.
Hyundai Adds Dealer to Canadian Network
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 28, 2019
RTI Equipment Solutions has been named the authorized dealer for Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas. RTI serves the greater Toronto market.
Crews Rush to Demo Fenway School Before Red Sox Home Opener
ENR Construction
JANUARY 28, 2019
Crews demolishing a school across the street from Fenway Park plan to have the building down by the end of March, just before the Red Sox April 9 home opener.
Cub Cadet Renews Partnership with TD Bank
Green Industry Professionals
JANUARY 28, 2019
TD Retail Card Services will continue to support Cub Cadet by providing consumer and commercial revolving credit financing.
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Arizona, Nevada Construction Job Gains Dip, But Remain Strong Year-Over-Year
ENR Construction
JANUARY 28, 2019
States in the Southwest have posted strong employment gains, mainly driven by the construction sector.
Tree Deaths Spawn Investigation in Oregon
Green Industry Professionals
JANUARY 28, 2019
The Oregon Department of Transportation applied herbicide to kill brush and accidentally killed trees in the process.
National Grid Crews Restore Power to Rhode Island Residents
ENR Construction
JANUARY 28, 2019
A Jan. 21 pressure drop knocked 7,100 Newport County customers off line, triggering a state of emergency.
Lawsuit: $1.5 Million Embezzled from Tepa Landscaping
Green Industry Professionals
JANUARY 28, 2019
The small family-run landscaping business is suing the part-time office manager of stealing more than $1.5 million.
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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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!
Civil Engineers Give Washington ‘C’ on Infrastructure Report
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JANUARY 28, 2019
Washington's fast population growth is 'stress-testing' the region's infrastructure, ASCE officials say.
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Detroit-area I-75 to see $799M of construction through 2023, part of $1.6B modernization
Construction Dive
JANUARY 28, 2019
Using a single group to design, build and finance Segment 3 shaved an estimated 10 years off the Michigan DOT's original plan, echoing a trend of state transit agencies opting for public-private partnerships.
New Construction Starts in December Decline 10%
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JANUARY 28, 2019
NEW YORK, N.Y. – New construction starts in December fell 10 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $708.9 billion, continuing to retreat after November’s 7 percent slide, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. The December downturn reflected diminished activity for each of the three main construction sectors. Nonresidential building dropped 14 percent, as its commercial building segment lost momentum following its heightened November amount.
Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High
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Government Shutdown Negatively Impacted Nearly One In Five Business Owners
Business Facilities
JANUARY 28, 2019
A new survey from Paychex found 19 percent of business owners said the government shutdown had a negative impact on their business outlook, 68 percent said they were unaffected, and 13 percent reported a positive impact. - Read: Government Shutdown Negatively Impacted Nearly One In Five Business Owners at BusinessFacilities.com.
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