Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 19, 2013
'Few people would argue that the U.S. and other countries around the globe are facing a shortage in skilled labor. A close look at the labor pool in industries such as construction and manufacturing reveals that many positions pose technical challenges and require a special skill set, which adds to the complexity of hiring, educating and training qualified workers.
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 7, 2013
'Y ou can take your pick of any of these top five materials to clothe your home in. It’s not just a matter of aesthetics, you need to think about cost, performance, the impact on the environment and how much maintenance each option needs. The cladding of a building is just as important as the space and fittings inside it. In some areas of the world, it’s vastly more important.
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The Constructor
DECEMBER 6, 2013
'Many times openings (cutouts) are required to be provided in reinforced concrete slab in buildings to provide way for lifts, or cables, ducts or.
HardHatChat
DECEMBER 16, 2013
'Englewood Construction can help real estate investors take advantage of terrific opportunities to reposition underperforming shopping malls into a strong asset. For savvy commercial real estate investors and venture funds, terrific opportunities exist today to purchase and reposition underperforming shopping malls. As the economy shifted into a recession, many shopping malls were hit hard.
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Green Building Law Update
DECEMBER 3, 2013
'Fourteen golden eagles and 149 other birds, including hawks, blackbirds, larks, wrens and sparrows were discovered dead at the Campbell Hill and Top of the World wind projects in Converse County, Wyoming between 2009 and 2013. The two wind projects are comprised of 176 large wind turbines. According to papers filed with the U.S. District Court for Wyoming, wind turbines can cause the deaths of birds in four primary ways: collision with wind turbines, collision with associated meteorological tow
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Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 2, 2013
'Construction is a dangerous industry, and safety inspectors can’t be everywhere at once. If they have more than one project to monitor, they are not at any jobsite 100 percent of the time. And when they are onsite, they are only one set of eyes. What if you could expand your “inspector base” by having your entire project team involved in reporting safety observations?
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 23, 2013
'The Construction Marketing Association is now conducting a national survey on marketing plans and priorities in the construction industry. Discover what budgeting techniques and other most effective marketing tactics are being implemented by your peers. In addition, CMA Chairman Neil Brown will present a case study of a complete construction brand makeover.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 4, 2013
'Earthquake resistant design of structures have become integral part of structural design of any structure. The guide to earthquake resistant design.
Carol Hagen
DECEMBER 3, 2013
'Once you’ve completed building your customers dream home you hand over the keys and all the documentation. Warranties, specifications, owner’s manuals, etc – it’s a stack of paper that may need it’s own filing cabinet. What if you delighted your home owner with an interactive As-built with the appliances, fixtures and all their documentation embedded on the plans?
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Green Building Law Update
DECEMBER 20, 2013
'Earlier this month, while few people were watching, the 20,000th LEED commercial project was certified! Wow. In the event you missed the huge happening on December 4th, it is a LEED 2009 Commercial Interior Certified project in Knoxville, Tennessee. This green tenant improvement portends enormous business opportunities associated with the U.S. Green Building Council and the existing built environment.
Constructonomics
DECEMBER 26, 2013
'Businesses up and down the UK will be looking at the turn of a new year in two parts. Firstly; a reflection of what they have achieved personally, commercially and financially over the last year and secondly; what the next year has in store. It’s natural to review, reassess and reinstate your goals and targets as you look to progress in your industry.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 19, 2013
'As the construction industry continues to recover from the recession, the equipment sector faces new challenges such as the implementation of recent engine legislation requirements; however, these challenges are pushing manufacturers toward creating greater innovation and value for the customer. CBO spoke with several construction equipment executives to get their take on the state of the construction equipment market.
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 9, 2013
'The Construction Marketing Association will hold their annual Construction Marketing Outlook webcast on Thursday, January 16, 2013 at 1 PM CST. The webcast will share results of a national survey regarding 2014 marketing plans and priorities, including budgets and the most effective marketing tactics. In addition, a case study of a complete construction brand makeover will be presented by CMA Chairman Neil Brown. “ The marketing mix for both construction and building product brands is evolving
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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
DECEMBER 6, 2013
'The ground can be improved by adapting certain ground improvement techniques. Vibro-compaction increases the density of the soil by using powerful.
BD+C
DECEMBER 26, 2013
'What are the major trends likely to affect the green building industry and markets in the U.S. in 2014? As one of the world''s leading green building consultants, keynote speakers and authors, Jerry Yudelson thinks he knows the answers. He offers his green building mega-trends for 2014: read more.
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
DECEMBER 30, 2013
'Posted by Heidi Schwartz . Jones Lang LaSalle’s (JLL) research experts have polished off the firm’s crystal ball and it reveals a clear path to stronger performance expectations for commercial real estate in 2014. The firm’s top researchers believe the “global real estate disconnect” between buoyant investment markets and more cautious leasing markets that existed during 2013, is narrowing in the United States as the nation’s recovery broadly diversifies ahea
Constructonomics
DECEMBER 16, 2013
'As part of its waste strategy of the last five years, the UK’s Environment Agency (EA) has been stepping up its game on unnecessary waste disposal – where alternatives, such as treatment, reclamation and recycling could be used instead. In its final waste strategy (which can be viewed here ), the EA identified hazardous waste as one of its key concerns – too much was being improperly dealt with after being collected.
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Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 19, 2013
'The construction industry can’t seem to catch a break. After weathering one of the greatest financial meltdowns the industry has seen, contractors face another storm looming on the horizon. Some experts say the U.S economy is far from stable and hovers on the precipice of failure with each new world event that occurs. Others remain optimistic as housing starts increase and the Dow surges to new heights.
Help Everybody Everyday
DECEMBER 1, 2013
'A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of moderating a panel discussion for SMPS Philadelphia. #bridgingthegap @SMPSPhilly great panel, @matthandal is the man — wcla1401 (@wcla1401) November 13, 2013. One of the panel members was a marketer named Andy. Andy revealed one of his internal proposal tactics and I think the jaws in the entire room collectively dropped.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 12, 2013
'Aim To determine the compressive strength of bricks Apparatus Compression testing machine ,the compression plate of which shall have ball seating in.
BD+C
DECEMBER 20, 2013
'AIA Houston and Architecture Center Houston last week partnered to host the 5th Annual Gingerbread Build-Off. The event pitted 32 architecture teams against one another to see who could design and build the most unique and creative structures using gingerbread. Body Image: read more.
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Contractor Magazine
DECEMBER 12, 2013
'CONTRACTOR magazine staff started to browse through old magazine issues of The Contractor, Plumbing and Heating Business magazine, and The Ladle, The Business Journal for Master Plumbers and Heating Contractors of New York State. Browse vintage ads from some of the industry''s current plumbing manufacturers. read more.
Constructonomics
DECEMBER 15, 2013
'Before attending the Bisnow event last Thursday, I didn’t give much thought to industrial development. I would usually concentrate on apartments, hotels, office, retail, mixed-use, etc., but after hearing the discussion of some of the key industrial development players in the Philly area, I realized that industrial development is booming and it’s a sector of the economy that must be considered by just about anybody in the building industry.
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 19, 2013
'Many owners and operators think of their mini excavator as more of a toy than a piece of construction equipment due to its diminutive size, but these machines require the same maintenance and care that their larger counterparts require. With all the same components of larger machines, they can be just as expensive. Without proper maintenance, mini excavators will not provide the dependable performance required on the jobsite, and the machine’s service life will be greatly reduced.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 16, 2013
'The New York City mayor’s office has issued a proposal for a 25-year age limit on cranes operating in the city. M obile and tower cranes would be removed from service based on the original date of manufacture, or based on the age of the crane’s oldest component, whichever is greater. In addition, crane owners would be required to outfit all cranes with load cycle counters to record data regarding every lift that a crane performs—which is critical to setting maintenance schedules and overall ope
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The Constructor
DECEMBER 5, 2013
'Defects in concrete structures can be due to poor construction practices i.e. poor construction quality control at site or due to poor structural.
BD+C
DECEMBER 4, 2013
'The 500,000 sf, 14-story One Angel Square in Manchester, England, is being promoted as "the most environmentally-friendly building in the world.". The structure earned a Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) score of 95.16%, the highest score ever given by BREEAM. Features include earth tubes for heating and cooling, double-skinned facade and rainwater harvesting. 3DReid was the architecture firm behind the project.
Help Everybody Everyday
DECEMBER 8, 2013
'Sometimes it is hard to make architects and engineers look good. Let’s face it, they’re not exactly known for being “hotties.” And whether or not you believe in putting people’s photographs in proposals, you’ll eventually have to get someone’s headshot done. Have you ever gone through the trouble of either taking someone’s headshot or sending them out to a professional, only to realize later that you’re not entirely happy with the shot?
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