Construction Dive
DECEMBER 12, 2018
As the year wraps up, we're looking back at the technological strides that have been made, spanning artificial intelligence, drones, robotics and more.
HardHatChat
DECEMBER 19, 2018
A strong pipeline of senior living construction was a “high” of 2018. After a busy and eventful year in commercial construction, we always find it valuable to reflect back on the last 12 months and review the positives and negatives that impacted our business – including those that are specific to our company as well as the commercial construction industry as a whole – as we prepare for the opportunities and challenges the New Year is likely to bring.
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Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 20, 2018
“ Adapt or Die,” is arguably the most memorable line from the movie version of "Moneyball. " The meaning of the quote and how it relates to business and risk management is paramount—we must fight and overcome the current status quo if we want to change the industry. In construction, we continue to encounter challenges, such as shortages of a skilled workforce, fast-paced technology changes, economic impacts, trade partner liabilities, succession issues, and the ability to attract and retain to
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 5, 2018
We love construction. Truly. I mean, we work at a software company so we don’t build anything. Not like that. We make the software that enables all you lovely people to build better and faster — and to budget. But it’s […]. The post The Best Construction Gifts for the Kids on Your List appeared first on Viewpoint Surveyor.
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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
DECEMBER 17, 2018
Hairline cracks are formed commonly in the freshly placed concrete. These cracks are formed due to the plastic shrinkage of concrete. As the name.
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Construction Dive
DECEMBER 3, 2018
As Hoar nears the $1 billion annual revenue benchmark, its leadership is faced with an excellent dilemma: How do we preserve the culture and core values that have brought us success on this scale?
HardHatChat
DECEMBER 6, 2018
It has been another successful year for Englewood Construction, and with the calendar flipping over to December we’re excited to see what 2019 will bring. Here are our predictions of the four commercial construction industry trends we expect will shape our work in different sectors – and the construction landscape overall – in the year ahead: Senior Housing Communities Woo Workers with Facility Updates.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 17, 2018
This article list 5 questions to help you decide what type of scissor lift your construction company needs on its jobsites. Additional features beyond height and weight differentiate one machine from another. While all scissor lifts may look similar, they are not the same. Many scissor-lift models allow operators to complete one specific task, but how efficiently and safely that task is accomplished, as well as the serviceability and durability of the machine, are impacted by the model.
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 19, 2018
New concrete slab system expands floor further with joints that are fewer and farther between. Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 12/19/2018 - 16:07. GCP Applied Technologies. December 19, 2018. Pinpointing the negatives of conventionally designed concrete floor slabs is not difficult: Curling, cracking and too many joints can cause numerous challenges. Curling occurs at the edges of concrete slabs when relative humidity between the top and bottom of the slab differs.
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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
DECEMBER 18, 2018
Mortar Mortar is a mixture of cement, sand and water made as a thick paste that is used to bind two surfaces with each other. It is majorly used in.
Lets Build
DECEMBER 12, 2018
Let me start off this post by letting you know that I am a millennial. I know I am not the easiest person to work with, in fact, I can be challenging to some of my colleagues. The thing is, I don’t accept the status quo and I will always strive to do better. I.
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 19, 2018
Improving labor productivity is general and trade contractors’ top incentive for implementing tools like drones, wearables and robotics, a new report found.
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 17, 2018
The automotive supplier will invest about $40 million and create more than 100 jobs in Fayetteville, TN over the next three years. . - Read: HIROTEC AMERICA Building New Plant In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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 Business Owner
DECEMBER 20, 2018
Read 5 ways to promote a culture of safety at your company. Here's why prioritizing worker safety makes good business sense.
BD+C
DECEMBER 7, 2018
In September 2017, a partnership that included Autodesk and the Rotterdam Additive Manufacturing LAB in the Port of Rotterdam unveiled the first ship propeller to be made using 3D printing techniques.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 18, 2018
Proper backfilling of the basement is an important and essential step in the basement construction and its structural stability. Choosing the right.
Lets Build
DECEMBER 5, 2018
BIM World Munich took place last week (26-27 November), and GenieBelt was very proud to be an active part of it. The event was held in ICM Munich and attracted a lot of attention from the BIM community. More specifically, it is estimated that more than 4000 people attended BIM World Munich. Elsa Triboul and.
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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 Dive
DECEMBER 19, 2018
A U.S. Court of Appeals judge ruled that GCs can be issued safety violation citations for hazards on a jobsite that don't affect their employees.
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 26, 2018
The Lone Star State has been the busiest exporter among U.S. states for 16 consecutive years, shipping out $264 billion in goods in 2017. - Read: Everything In Texas Is Big—And Getting Bigger at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 19, 2018
Construction businesses need modern internal systems. A cloud-based enterprise resource planning solution could save your bottom line. Find out how here.
BD+C
DECEMBER 18, 2018
An expanding engineering and construction industry faces a digital future that is not only reshaping cities but also how the industry’s businesses operate. This is one of the key observations that Deloitte Consulting presents in its recent paper “2019 Engineering and Construction Industry Outlook.” The paper’s author—Michelle Meisels, Principal and Engineering and Construction Leader—emphasizes the centrality of data analysis in the ability of the industry to deliver urban projects for cities wh
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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
DECEMBER 24, 2018
Reinforced concrete slab is crucial structural element which provide flat surfaces in buildings. slabs are classified into one-way slab and two-way.
Lets Build
DECEMBER 20, 2018
2018 has been an exciting year for GenieBelt! We had an incredible journey in terms of growth and spirit. As 2018 comes to an end, we decided to put together a short Genie report including some of the most memorable moments of the year that we are about to leave behind! First of all, we.
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 18, 2018
It's all about the allocation of risk, legal experts explain. Humans are responsible for computing errors just as they would be for a bulldozer mishap.
Contractor Magazine
DECEMBER 13, 2018
74 percent of contractors anticipate using technologies like drones, equipment tagging, wearables, and virtual reality in the next three years.
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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!
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 20, 2018
Bobcat's advice on finding the best bucket attachment to improve productivity and profitability.
BD+C
DECEMBER 13, 2018
At 527.7 meters in height, the 108-story Citic Tower office building in Beijing tops the list of 143 tall buildings (200 meters or greater in height) that were completed in 2018. The number was slightly off last year's pace, when 147 tall projects opened worldwide, but 2018 saw a record-high "supertall" skyscrapers open their doors.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 8, 2018
Lightweight concrete floor systems are constructed for different purposes but the reduction of dead load on the structure is the main motivation.
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