Lets Build
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
We have many times referred to the importance of capturing and analysing data in construction. What about the introduction and development of a healthy data culture, though? McKinsey and Company published recently an enlightening research on the importance of a proactive organisational culture in the effort to accelerate and empower the application of data to.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 20, 2018
One of the issues the industry has to overcome to prevent suicide, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found, is the stigma associated with mental illness and the negative perception of those who seek treatment.
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The Constructor
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
Earthfill dams are less rigid and more susceptible to failure. Like most of engineering structures, earth dams may fail due to various reasons such.
HardHatChat
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Earlier this month, the Englewood Construction team was honored to be recognized as one of the Best Restaurant Contractors in Chicago by Chicago Architects. Given how much restaurant work we do and how important those clients – from national restaurant chains and food service groups to independent eateries – are to our business, it was rewarding to be called out for being among the best in our field.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 5, 2018
Although it’s hardly a new solution for the industry, the use of 3D modeling on construction projects is still not ubiquitous on and off the jobsite. But there are many advantages to using a 3D model on even a smaller project for a long-term client. Take, for instance, the Walnut Grove Elementary School, an AECOM Hunt project still in progress in a suburb of Indianapolis, Indiana.
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BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
The design applications of glass are as limitless as the imagination. Glass coatings and colors can be applied primarily for aesthetic purposes, yet the performance benefits are an added - sometimes necessary - bonus. Tinted glass is one type that satisfies both of these considerations, enhancing the appearance of a building façade while improving its solar performance.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
While voters in some states pledged to pay more for new projects and maintenance through increased taxes, others rejected initiatives that could have generated billions for transportation projects.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Plastering work is a thin layer of mortar, applied over the masonry and it acts as a damp-proof coat over the brick masonry work. Plastering work.
Help Everybody Everyday
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
To achieve success with marketing in the construction industry, you only need two things: The right message. An audience that can say yes. Yes, millions of dollars per year are spent by firms in the construction industry trying to get clients to recognize their brand and award them contracts. And the internet is littered with a ton of construction marketing strategies and tips.
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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.
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
When large, big-box chain stores were being built during the 1980s and 1990s, breaking into the business was a relatively straightforward enterprise for smaller construction firms hoping to expand. While that pioneering spirit is still needed today to succeed, the digital age has dramatically changed consumer habits making retailers shift the way they design their stores to keep customers coming in, which means construction industry professionals need the experience and knowledge to complete the
GCP Applied Technologies
NOVEMBER 2, 2018
Sustainability guidelines for ready mix plant certification. michael.delros…. Fri, 11/02/2018 - 19:24. GCP Applied Technologies. November 02, 2018. The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association's (NRMCA) Sustainable Concrete Plant Certification (the "Certification") provides ready mix plant personnel specific guidance to assess their production practices and implement sustainability strategies that will ultimately lower their overall carbon footprint.
Lets Build
NOVEMBER 20, 2018
The construction industry is vast and complex with different sectors and players working to bring more structure to human society. Multiple parties take up projects to create something new, renovate the old, or improve on something to perform better. All carry a sole focus – to improve society for us to live in. Housebuilders, in.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 2, 2018
Recession may hold off another year, economists say, but contractors should still keep an eye on risks and strategize around labor to prepare for the worst.
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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?
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 8, 2018
Four types of cracks developed in reinforced concrete column are diagonal cracks, horizontal cracks, splitting cracks, corrosion cracks. The causes.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 19, 2018
Have you ever surrendered to nature’s tranquility in search of relief or relaxation? How do you feel hiking in the mountains or running along the seashore? Do the vast ocean, lush forests, and rapid creeks put you in awe or at ease? Does spending a few minutes outside impact your mood?
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
The greatest contractors believe in preparing for success—because putting in some extra time on the front end will pay for itself many times over on the jobsite, through both reduced downtime and fewer moments of frustration. To keep jobsites and processes running as smoothly as possible, the following four tips and tricks will always reward construction crews, no matter the job.
Digger Blog
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
Sandhurst, better known for its breakers and demolition attachments, has produced a new manipulator for mounting on excavators and tool carriers. Sandhurst, better known for its breakers and demolition attachments, has produced a new manipulator for mounting on excavators and tool carriers.
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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.
Lets Build
NOVEMBER 2, 2018
A few weeks ago GenieBelt had the honour of being nominated at Digital Construction Week Awards 2018 with VolkerFitzpatrick Ltd in the “Best Application of Technology” category. Currently, VolkerFitzpatrick is using GenieBelt in the West Anglia Main Line (WAML) Capacity Improvement Project. The WAML is part of Network Rail’s Lee Valley Rail Programme to deliver.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
The government contract, to build a 6-mile piece of a border-levee wall system along the U.S.-Mexico border in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas, is the Texas contractor's second border wall award this year.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Heavy construction equipment are used for various purposes in large projects. Selection of different types of heavy equipment depends on the size of.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 8, 2018
Architecture is always evolving. Be it the way buildings are designed, the processes by which they are built, or the materials used. But a new prototype from the University of Stuttgart takes this continuous evolution to a new level, with a reconfigurable canopy system for public spaces that is in a state of perpetual construction.
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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!
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 8, 2018
It’s the best of times. The construction industry is pulsing to the beat of booming business opportunities. Just as other sectors are benefitting, construction is enjoying the positive effects of a thriving economy, in which technological advancements change the way the industry is performing many tasks—from the mundane to the extraordinary—on a seemingly weekly basis.
Construction Equipment
NOVEMBER 28, 2018
The 440 and 450 center-pivot backhoe loaders have maximum digging depths of 15 feet 6 inches and 17 feet, respectively. Powered by the Cat C4.4 ACERT engine that uses SCR technology, the machines offer 109 and 128 horsepower, respectively.
Lets Build
NOVEMBER 15, 2018
Nicholas Klokholm, Director of Channel – Volume Builders at GenieBelt, shares with us his thoughts on why construction should become more data-driven in order to ensure future success: Are we focussing on the right things in our industry at the moment or have we fallen for the “nice and shiny” instead of looking at what.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
Lawyers for TransCanada Corp. said that certain planning activities for the pipeline would not violate the essence of the current injunction, which they say threatens 700 jobs and almost $950 million of earnings.
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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!
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 3, 2018
Concrete pumps are tools used to convey liquid concrete from the source of concrete to the place of casting. The basic principle, the types, and.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
Competitive gaming (also known as eSports), the fastest growing spectator sport in the country, now has its largest, most robust venue in North America for fans to enjoy the action. Esports Stadium Arlington is a purpose-built eSports venue that will offer an immersive spectator experience in the live eSports event market.
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 15, 2018
As your construction season winds down and colder weather blows in, now is a good time to think about what needs to be done to your heavy construction equipment, such as excavators, wheel loaders and articulated dump trucks, before winter arrives—especially if you are located in the northern region of the United States or in Canada, and your equipment won’t be used until after the ground thaws.
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