Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 7, 2013
Last week when I was preparing for a couple of weeks on the road I wrote about why I value the trade show experience. Now I’m right in the middle of that experience and loving it, despite a hoarse voice and sore feet. This week’s blog is coming to you from Las Vegas, where my company is exhibiting at the World of Concrete , one of my favorite shows.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 26, 2013
The versatility of hydraulic excavators is virtually unmatched in the world of construction equipment. Whether you’re talking about compact, mid-range or large hydraulic excavators, these machines are ideal for lifting, moving and placing a wide range of materials. As a result, it is important that hydraulic excavator operators are trained to properly lift loads or materials.
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HardHatChat
FEBRUARY 14, 2013
As commercial construction news reports say business continues to pick up, we are happy to see some new faces around the office at Englewood Construction. That’s right; we are adding staff to our national commercial general contracting firm in what has been a very robust period of activity. I’m proud to say that after several flat years in the commercial construction industry, Englewood has fought through and is heading in the right direction.
Construction Marketing
FEBRUARY 26, 2013
Houzz is the leading online platform for home remodeling and design, providing people with everything they need to improve their homes from start to finish – online or from a mobile device. In other words, Houzz is the Pinterest for the remodeling, design, or the construction industry. For construction, design, remodeling, etc. professionals, Houzz offers a unique opportunity to reach a more targeted audience and connect with similar professionals.
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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
FEBRUARY 25, 2013
The green building concept is gaining importance in various countries. These are buildings that ensure that waste is minimized at every stage during.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
It seems like nearly every week I read about a new tablet offering of some sort – whether it’s a new version, a mini-version, or a brand new tablet. Along with the product announcements, I usually see a buzz of activity around the tech blogs proclaiming why or why not the tablet will succeed. All the comparisons of functionality and available apps remind me of how my kids and their friends would compare who got the best toys at Christmas.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 19, 2013
(February 1, 2013) - Revised government data issued today show the construction industry is contributing substantially to economic and employment growth, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials noted that construction employment rose for the eighth consecutive month in January, while construction spending in December increased for the ninth month in a row.
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 24, 2013
Austin Wilkinson originally comes from a haulage background, with his grandfather owning his own haulage business. The business was later passed onto Austin’s father, who himself was a mechanic with a background of engineering and fabricating. As such, in his formative years Austin often found himself around engines and spanners. This experience was further enhanced when his father decided to go it alone and set up in business as a diesel fitter specialising in plant, transport and steel f
Construction Marketing
FEBRUARY 5, 2013
Advertising for construction is now the hot topic of the industry! Therefore, the Construction Marketing Association will hold a webcast entitled Advertising Best Practices for Construction and conduct a national survey regarding advertising products and services in construction. The webcast will be held Thursday, April 18, 2013 at 1pm CST. This great opportunity is free to both CMA members and non-members.
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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.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 25, 2013
Reinforced concrete foundations are designed based on column loads and moments at base and the soil data. Following are the types of foundations in.
Carol Hagen
FEBRUARY 19, 2013
The pervasiveness of BIM has proved to bring complexity in communications for extended construction team mebers. Especially those with limited expertise in Revit, Navisworks, etc. There are numerous ways to share models with owners, architects and major specialty contractors but what do you do to make it easier for the other subcontractors and suppliers?
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 21, 2013
I have a lot of clients who manage fleets of heavy construction equipment, so I jumped at the chance recently to attend a presentation on new telematics technologies given by one of the country’s largest equipment suppliers. I was more than impressed by advances in the amount and type of data that could be collected from onboard systems, and by the intelligent use of integrated mobile wireless and GPS technologies.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 27, 2013
The blame game is endemic in our industry. Here’s how it works: When something goes wrong, the first question that usually gets asked is, “Whose fault is it?” When the schedule slips, it’s the builder’s fault for not controlling their subs. When the budget spirals, it’s the owner’s fault for not managing scope. And when coordination issues come up in the field, it’s the architect’s fault for submitting incomplete drawings.
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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?
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 13, 2013
Caterpillar’s D9G, which was first introduced in 1961, is probably the most famous bulldozer in the world, and my heart certainly has a soft spot for them, having watched the powerful beasts in action as a youngster back in the early 1970’s. However, there was also a number of special conversion models available back in the day, including the SxS D9G, which was essentially two D9G’s joined together side by side, with a massive 24 foot dozer blade up front.
Construction Marketing
FEBRUARY 12, 2013
Understanding the different types of names is essential to effective name development. Why? Because without this knowledge, there is a tendency to only consider certain types of names which, depending on the category, may be less than differentiated. Also, managers may tend toward naming fads, even if out-dated and ineffective. Finally, mapping competitors’ names by name type is a very worthwhile exercise, demonstrating naming opportunities that will be unique and differentiated in the category.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
To determine the compressive strength of concrete specimens prepared and to verify the strength requirements as desired in the mix design and.
Carol Hagen
FEBRUARY 18, 2013
Whether you are a residential or commercial general contractor, Quickbooks is the most popular accounting software serving the construction industry in the United States. The challenge is achieving an integrated solution with estimating, scheduling and project management capabilities while addressing detailed job costing. As your contracting firm grows your needs typically outgrow what you can do with Microsoft Office so where’s a GC to turn?
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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.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 5, 2013
From 100-foot roof spans to novel reclaimed wood installations, the winners of the 2013 National Wood Design Awards push the envelope in wood design. WoodWorks, an initiative of the Wood Products Council, presented the awards at the San Francisco Bay Area Wood Solutions Fair in late January. Winners were recognized across eight categories: commercial wood design; wood design engineering; green building with wood; institutional wood design; interior beauty of wood; multi-story wood design; wood s
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 26, 2013
Imagine trying to manage a construction project without a smartphone. You would have to visit each site to create field reports, and clients trying to reach you may become frustrated that you are out of the office. Additionally, sharing information for reports would require you to go back to the office to file them from a computer.
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 26, 2013
When Finnish demolition company Toivonen’s operators were demolishing some old silos in Turku during 2010, they were totally unaware that their every movement was being watched intensely by visual artist Tiina Vainio. Whilst large Daewoo, Hitachi, Kobelco and Liebherr machines powerfully ripped into the silos, their movements were being put onto canvas in a far more gentle way.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 15, 2013
The 2014 Ram 1500 pickup truck will have a 3-liter V-6 EcoDiesel that the company says will produce low emissions. The engine will be paired with an 8-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission. “Truck owners have been emphatically asking for it, and Ram will be the only manufacturer to offer a diesel powertrain in the half-ton segment with the 2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel,” said Fred Diaz, president/ CEO for Ram Truck.
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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!
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 11, 2013
Deep foundations are required to carry loads from a structure through weak compressible soils or fills on to stronger and less compressible soils or.
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
FEBRUARY 22, 2013
By Business Facilities Staff. From the January/February 2013 issue. It’s usually a tough task when we get down to parsing the particulars in making our annual determination of which state deserves to wear the crown as our State of the Year. Well, the 2012 selection for our most prestigious honor made the job easy for us. Texas, a perennial front-runner for Business Facilities’ State of the Year designation, has reclaimed its position at the top of our annual list with a tour de force that vaulte
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2013
A new urban development near Chengdu, China, will provide new housing for ~80,000 people, surrounded by green space. The vertical, high-density Great City project will be planned so a 10-minute walk takes residents from the city center to the outlying green spaces. Cars will not be allowed in the development; rather, nearby urban centers will be accessible via mass transit. read more.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 26, 2013
As we continue to investigate the ways in which contractors are utilizing mobile technology to be more efficient, CBO takes a second look at mobile apps—from collaboration tools targeted at contractors to simple practical tools that might come in handy on a jobsite. These 10 apps offer features that will save time and prevent hassles. Aconex Aconex Works with paid Aconex software.
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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!
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 10, 2013
2013 is going to big a big year on the construction plant and machinery show circuit. We have already had the 53rd Doe Show in Maldon, Essex and the Executive Hire Show in Coventry, both of which took place last week, with early feedback reporting renewed confidence from both visitors and exhibitors alike, and a high level of optimism for the future, which was backed up by the number of deals being done at these events.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 11, 2013
Terex will sell some of its asphalt-paving products to the Fayat Group. Lines included in the divestiture are asphalt plants and pavers manufactured in Porto Allegre, Brazil, and assets for the asphalt paver, reclaimer stabilizer and material transfer product lines which are currently manufactured in Oklahoma City. The Brazilian products formerly carried the Cifali brand.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 6, 2013
Poor construction methods and workmanship is responsible for the failure of buildings and structure. The poor construction methods and workmanship is.
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