ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
A member of ASHRAE’s epidemic task force has launched an initiative to set up independent, peer-reviewed testing of indoor air-treatment systems for their efficacy against viruses and for any negative impacts on indoor air quality.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
APRIL 21, 2021
Learn the latest on the future of infrastructure in America and what the American Jobs Act will mean for contractors' business and technology needs.
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The Constructor
APRIL 21, 2021
The design of axially loaded circular columns is mainly governed by the column’s cross-section and its material properties. This is because the load.
Business Facilities
APRIL 21, 2021
The diverse cultures, flavors and talents of Miami make it a unique global address for high-tech players in a rapidly growing hub. - Read: Miami: A Thriving Business Climate Adds Flavor To FDI at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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.
The Constructor
APRIL 21, 2021
Researchers from MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub (CSHub) are working in collaboration with the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS).
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Construction Junkie
APRIL 21, 2021
One of the toughest things to deal with on any project can be the relationships between owner and general contractor or the general contractor and subcontractor. In the worst case scenarios, tensions between those relationships can sometimes lead to one of those parties packing up their tools and walking off the job before it’s complete. But that action may make the situation a little hairier than you might expect, if you don’t do it the right way.
Pro Builder
APRIL 21, 2021
Home Building Accounts for Nearly 3% of U.S. Labor Force. cbroderick. Wed, 04/21/2021 - 09:06. More than 11 million Americans worked in the construction industry in 2019 with 4.4 million of those in the residential sector, according to the National Association of Home Builders. Compared to the U.S. employed civilian labor force, residential construction workers accounted for 2.8% of overall labor force.
ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
Feds promise millions more for study, cleanup and control of 'forever' chemicals,' joining states in ramped-up scrutiny; Wisconsin manufacturers sue state over planned regulation.
Business Facilities
APRIL 21, 2021
Freshly will establish an assembly and distribution facility in Gloucester County, NJ — at 234,000 square feet it will be the company’s largest distribution center. - Read: Freshly Inc. To Locate Second Distribution Facility In New Jersey at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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.
Civil Lead
APRIL 21, 2021
Standard Room Sizes When we plan to construct our dream house, we want it to have proper sunlight and ventilation. Read more.
ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
Working on an urban construction site, it’s a common observation that the cranes set the pace of the project. Managing hook time is key to productivity, and it’s been no different for Gilbane Construction Co. providing construction management at-risk services for the new Virginia General Assembly building in Richmond, Va.
Business Facilities
APRIL 21, 2021
A new World Economic Forum report maps how the real estate industry can transform to ensure buildings and cities are liveable, sustainable, resilient, and affordable. - Read: Global Real Estate CEOs Plan For Industry Transformation at BusinessFacilities.com.
ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
The pandemic kept Robins & Morton and Carilion Roanoke Hospital from using physical mock-ups of patient and operating rooms for a $300-million expansion, but VIATechnik's hyper-real VR mock-ups kept the project on track and doctors, nurses and other staff could view them in Unreal Engine on a VR headset.
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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 Superintendent Magazine
APRIL 21, 2021
The Dodge Momentum Index moved 1.7% higher in March to 151.4 (2000=100) from the revised February reading of 148.8. The momentum index, issued by Dodge Data & Analytics, is a monthly measure of the first (or initial) report for nonresidential building projects in planning, which have been shown to lead construction spending for nonresidential buildings by a full year.
ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
Proposed storage in Gulf of Mexico formations for energy giant and regional emitters comes as feds tout plan for 25 clean energy demo plants in impacted fossil-fuel hubs.
CK Power
APRIL 21, 2021
When you become a CK Power customer, you become a part of the family. That means we’re there for you until the end of your equipment’s life cycle. Our expert service providers listen to your needs and do whatever it takes to meet them, whether you buy one unit or 500. . Listen to Scott Egelhoff, our general service manager, and Greg Guthrie, product support manager, talk about our cradle-to-grave policy and how we’ve gone above and beyond to keep generator power flowing even in the most extreme
ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
Robotic arms for tunnel-boring machines, concrete reinforcement made of old wind turbine blades and machine learning to reduce concrete waste are among innovations emerging from the $16.7-billion civil construction program for the U.K.’s London to Birmingham high-speed railroad. Construction began late last year.
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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 Specifier
APRIL 21, 2021
Photos © BigStockPhoto.com. by Ken Woolf, PE. It is possible to restore discolored, aged acoustical ceilings instead of replacing them with brand new materials when budget is limited or there are time restrictions. Whether a ceiling is composed of an acoustical plaster or conventional ceiling tiles, the majority of aged acoustical ceilings are still structurally sound.
ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
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.
Business Facilities
APRIL 21, 2021
Georgia Ports Authority is expediting improvements to handle unprecedented cargo volumes. GPA has approved projects to increase annual capacity at the Port of Savannah by 1.4 million twenty-foot equivalent container units. - Read: Griff Lynch: GPA Speeds Infrastructure Projects at BusinessFacilities.com.
ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
Preparatory work is underway for a summer installation of a new concourse at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport using prefabrication and modular methods—a first for U.S. airports, say officials.
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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!
BD+C
APRIL 21, 2021
The first newly constructed Signia by Hilton Hotel, a new upscale brand from Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc., is set to be built in Atlanta, Ga. . The $308 million project will be located on the northwest corner of the Georgia World Congress Center Authority campus and will overlook Mercedes-Benz stadium. It will connect to the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) by a walkway.
ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
The design market has seen its share of ups and down in the last five years. Likewise, the Top 500 Design Firms list has seen firms rise and fall.
Pro Builder
APRIL 21, 2021
Latino Homeownership Rates Jumped 13% Last Year. cbroderick. Wed, 04/21/2021 - 08:51. More than 600,000 Latinos purchased a home with a mortgage in 2020, resulting in a 13% purchasing increase compared to 2019. Realtor.com notes that the pandemic accelerated many Latinos’ plans to become homeowners with low mortgage rates and lower monthly payments being an added incentive.
BD+C
APRIL 21, 2021
After an unusually dry winter, California is going forward with more than $500 million in projects to reduce the danger of wildfires.
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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!
Pro Builder
APRIL 21, 2021
Pandemic Sparks Renewed Interest in Private Club Communities. cbroderick. Wed, 04/21/2021 - 08:59. Forbes argues restrictions in social activities spurred an increased interest in private club communities known for offering fully-serviced, secure living environments. These communities are often close enough to higher density areas, but far enough removed to promote safe social distancing.
ENR Construction
APRIL 21, 2021
On April 11 and 12, several bomb-laden drones targeting oil refineries and military air bases in Saudi Arabia were shot down by Saudi military forces.
Pro Builder
APRIL 21, 2021
A Model Home Packed With Pandemic-Influenced Features. cbroderick. Wed, 04/21/2021 - 09:11. An upcoming community will feature innovations and forward-thinking housing design born from pandemic lessons, from package delivery zones to enhanced outdoor living. The community, designed by firm Housing Design Matters, came from a home builder who swept in and purchased land when many production builders pulled back at the beginning of the pandemic.
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