Fri.Jul 26, 2019

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Why Automation is a Do-or-Die Decision in Construction

Construction Business Owner

To an outsider, construction contracting probably seems like easy street right now. But there are two huge challenges facing the industry that are putting contractors in an unusual bind. .

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What is Soil Suction?

The Constructor

Soil suction is defined as the state of the soil when it is under reduced pressure. It is measured in terms of the height of the water column (h).

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JOB ORDER CONTRACTING BASICS

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting BASICS. A job order contract is awarded by public agency (including airports, mass transit, utilities…) multiple repair, renovation, or new construction jobs, provided (i) the jobs require similar experience and expertise, (ii) the nature of the work is clearly identified in the solicitation, and (iii) the contract is limited to a term of one year or when the cumulative total project fees reach the maximum authorized, whichever occurs first.

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How to Measure Soil Suction?

The Constructor

The suction in soil mass can be measured mainly by three methods namely Tensiometer method, Suction Plate method and Centrifuge Method. Each method.

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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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EB-5 visa changes set for Q4

Construction Dive

Higher investment thresholds and a reworking of a special investment zone could affect development and construction industries starting in November.

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California Is Land Of Opportunity, Michigan Is Motor King

Business Facilities

California has crushed the competition as the top-ranked state for Opportunity Zones and Michigan is still the undisputed heavyweight champ in Automotive Manufacturing Strength in Business Facilities’ 1 5th Annual Rankings Report , released this week. In BF’s new Opportunity Zones ranking, based on statewide totals of federally designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs) created by the Tax Reform and Jobs Act of 2017, California took the crown with 879 out of the 8,764 QOZs approved by t

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Superior and CMS Partner for Crusher Parts

Construction Equipment

Superior Industries has partnered with CMS Cepcor, a European manufacturer of aftermarket crusher parts. CMS Cepcor will now stock, sell, and service aftermarket parts throughout North and South America, and will work closely with Superior to supply crushing equipment spares to its customers.

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Construction Company Marketing - Leads, Customers, And Clients

Contractor Bookkeeping

It takes work to make the phone ring. It takes even more work to increase the sales ticket. Customers are looking for a contractor to do a little work. If you offer three options, do you find customers usually choose the middle option? When trying someone new, they may go with a "Low Risk" by prepaying for services on a "Deal" on a contractor lead generation service.

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JCB Apprentices Take 1st Place in Skills Competition

Construction Equipment

Two JCB apprentices won first place in the mechatronics division at the recent SkillsUSA national championships. Anthony Smith and Victor De La Cruz’s practical skills were put to the test in pneumatic technology, electrical systems, mechanical systems, and general automation techniques.

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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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Floating landscape infrastructure wins top ASCE innovation prize

BD+C

A sustainable, climate-change-resilient floating landscape infrastructure took the top prize of the American Society of Civil Engineer ’s latest Innovation Contest.

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ISA Announces Founding Members of Global Cybersecurity Alliance

Contractor Magazine

ISA created the Global Cybersecurity Alliance to advance cybersecurity readiness and awareness.

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House Bill Would Create $100M Disaster-Aid Revolving Loan Fund

ENR Construction

Measure proposed by House members from the flood-battered Midwest,would establish a fund to support loans for resilience projects.

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EGIA 'Cracking the Code' Show: Improve Sales by Focusing on the Customer

Contractor Magazine

Weldon Long shares the perfect approach to qualifying leads, through customer focus.

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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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Caterpillar Sees Drag From Slow Energy Sector in Q2

ENR Construction

Caterpillar reported strong sales in Q2 for construction equipment but sees tariffs and a slow energy market as ongoing tailwinds.

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Hot Water in a Hurry

Contractor Magazine

Crossfire Mechanical sees success with commercial tankless retrofit and replacement.

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Details about Composite Slabs & Columns and their benefits

Construction Cost Estimating

Composite slabs: 1. It comprises of profiled steel decking with an in-situ reinforced concrete topping. 2. The decking(profiled steel sheeting) perform as permanent formwork to the concrete as well as offers adequate shear bond with the concrete in order that when the concrete has attained strength, the two materials function mutually & compositely. 3.