May, 2018

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The smart buildings dilemma: Redevelop or start fresh?

Construction Dive

Adding technology to an older structure can make the building more efficient and boost occupant productivity, but new construction may be a better option.

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Sustainability is dead: Regenerative architecture is the new green

BD+C

While it had good intentions, sustainability was a concept that failed on launch and simply should have never been. Its original premise was to meet the needs of the present without compromising future generations’ ability to meet their needs—all within available resources. But, does that make sense? Imagine a bucket brimming with any finite resource.

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Common Defects in Concrete Formwork Systems

The Constructor

Concrete formwork systems suffer from several deficiencies such as defects due to imperfect design and construction practice, defects in foundation.

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Pairing Safety with Productivity

Construction Business Owner

In the construction industry, safety and productivity seem to compete for priority, but when viewed as a necessary pair, they work together to increase efficiency. These days, technological advancements play a large part in improving the experience of completing a task, many of which incorporate both safety and productivity.

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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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Collaborate 2018: The Must Attend Construction Technology Conference of the Year

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The Construction Industry’s Best User Conference Is Only Getting Better. At Viewpoint , we are hard at work preparing for the best time of the year—mid-October. That’s when thousands of construction professionals of all roles, company sizes and specialties will gather here in Portland to learn, network and discover the latest technology solutions to eliminate inefficiencies and increase their profitability.

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Construction innovation: How we can help the industry get back in the tech race

Lets Build

The discussion around innovation in construction is gradually becoming more and more intense. Nevertheless, we have to admit that things still move slowly compared to other sectors, such as transportation, finance and media. According to McKinsey & Company, the construction industry is one of the least digitised sectors (IT spend doesn’t exceed 1%).

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Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations?

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. GCP Applied Technologies. May 28, 2018. Waterproofing protects your structure and the assets within it against damaging moisture, humidity, and floods. Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. .

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What is a hidden beam? Purpose, Applications and Design

The Constructor

What is a Hidden Beam? Hidden beam is a reinforced concrete beam, also called concealed beam provided within the depth of supporting slabs. So, the.

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4 Areas to Address to Improve Your Company's Site Safety

Construction Business Owner

Many construction companies are implementing technology solutions to improve productivity, asset utilization and efficiency on the jobsite. Increasingly, they are also looking to technology to improve the overall safety of workers, equipment operators and project managers while on construction sites and around heavy equipment.

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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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Building Trends: An Old Material Becomes New Again

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Even if the construction industry has been slower to adopt new technology than other industries, we’ve seen a significant amount of change in recent years. The industry is experimenting with technologies like drones, virtual reality, wearables and 3D scanning. Technology companies are creating tools like bricklaying robots and printing houses with 3D printers.

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iPads reportedly save contractor $1.8M annually

Construction Dive

Contractor Rogers-O'Brien says that giving field workers tablets reduces countless mistakes and saves massive amounts of time.

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10 helpful tips for construction managers

Lets Build

Finishing homework in school was always an achievement. Be it an hour before the school started or a day before the holidays ended. Finishing a project is an achievement in its own. This feeling goes on till the end though. When it comes to constructing a building or a house or any other project, the.

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Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations?

GCP Applied Technologies

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. GCP Applied Technologies. May 28, 2018. Waterproofing protects your structure and the assets within it against damaging moisture, humidity, and floods. Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. .

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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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What are Causes of Schedule Delays in Construction Projects?

The Constructor

There are various factors that lead to schedule delay in construction project. Factors might be different from one project to another one. In this.

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What Is a Leading-Edge?

Construction Business Owner

Aself-retracting lanyard (SRL) is much like a sophisticated seatbelt. When used as intended, it stops the fall or controls the impact experienced by the wearer in the event of a fall, which is why overhead fall arresters have long been used to harness workers to help prevent stability hazards. However, in a classic case of needing a product for another use, the construction industry started using self-retractable lifelines, not just in an overhead manner, but also in a horizontal one.

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How to Successfully Integrate Construction Accounting and Operations

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Visibility throughout a construction business is critical for long-term success. Decision-makers need to have access to real-time data to steer the company in the right direction, and those managing projects on the ground need clear communication from the office to execute projects efficiently and effectively. It’s no secret, though, that many contractors rely on spreadsheets for workflows like accounting, project management, scheduling and estimating.

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Report: Failure to invest in public transit will cost U.S. $180B

Construction Dive

The $90 billion repair backlog could also cause 162,000 jobs to disappear, according to the American Public Transportation Association.

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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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5 things you can’t do using a spreadsheet in construction

Lets Build

It is no secret that a spreadsheet still plays a substantial role in a good number of construction projects. People love its simplicity and they use it for many different purposes, such as diagram creation and data analysis. And more importantly, a spreadsheet is cheap and in many cases free to use. At a first.

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Cummins X15 Engine & Endurant Trans Now Available in Navistar Trucks

Construction Equipment

Cummins has announced its latest integrated diesel power solution from the Cummins Integrated Power Portfolio - the X15TM paired with the Eaton Cummins Endurant TM transmission – is now available with Navistar in both the International LoneStar and LT Series trucks.

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What is Wire Chair? Its Types and Applications in Concrete Construction

The Constructor

What is Wire Chair? Accessories used with the placement of reinforcing mesh or mat, which elevates the mat above the surface of the formwork and keep.

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Grow Your Business with Volumetric Concrete

Construction Business Owner

Nearly every facet of the construction industry uses concrete, from building major highways to decorative landscaping. No matter how small or large the job, the traditional method of concrete delivery has remained the same—drum mixers bring in a load from the batch plant. Sometimes, they arrive late. Sometimes, they bring too much or too little. Other times, the quality varies from batch to batch.

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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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Plan Ahead to Manage Change and Construction Risk

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The construction industry has seen significant growth over the past few years, and the trend is projected to continue —although at a slightly slower pace—through the rest of 2018. In February, we also saw the biggest jump in construction jobs filled since March 2007 , which shows that contractors are hiring. Contractors need skilled labor as there’s plenty of work out there.

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Robots set to start filling Japan's labor shortage

Construction Dive

A Japanese construction firm said three robot models it's developing will fulfill specific jobsite tasks amid the country's ongoing labor shortage.

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The biggest house builders in the UK

Lets Build

The UK market is experiencing a shortage of houses at the moment, which has led to a higher demand. A demand which has had a positive impact on the big house builders of the UK. Several of them have reported a rise in sales due to the healthy demand for new homes. Amongst others, is.

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New Manitowoc Extended Warranty for Grove GRT Cranes

Construction Equipment

Manitowoc Cranes has announced a new, extended warranty program for the Grove GRT series of rough-terrain cranes. The program consists of a two-year standard warranty on newly ordered cranes, complemented by three additional tiers of total extended coverage for three, four and five years.

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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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Major Issues During Pile Foundation Construction and Remedies

The Constructor

There are several issues that may be encountered during pile foundation construction. These problems will cause deficiency in the capacity of the.

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Why Firms Should Automate Time & Material Tracking

Construction Business Owner

While construction has been one of the slower industries to adapt, the digital tech genie is now out of the bottle. According to the World Economic Forum, the construction industry will be almost entirely digitized within 10 years, with an overall potential savings of $1.2 trillion globally due to increased efficiency and productivity. Those kinds of numbers can’t be ignored.

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Government support helping to drive demand for green building materials

BD+C

Increased use of green building materials in public facilities as a result of government support is a major growth factor for these products around the globe, according to Transparency Market Research. The global green building materials market is projected to grow 12.5% annually between 2013 and 2019, the firm says. Insulation accounted for the largest product segment with 21% share of the green building materials market in 2012.

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