The Constructor

MARCH 24, 2023

The devastating effects of flooding are all too familiar for many property owners. Just a few inches of water can cause tens of thousands of dollars in damage, leaving countless homes and businesses in disrepair. But taking measures to prevent flood damage can help protect your construction project from costly repairs and provide peace of […] The post Avoiding Costly Flood Damage in Your New Construction Project appeared first on The Constructor.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 9, 2023

A look at 2023 construction trends forecasts, built on Q3 & Q4's Construction Metrics Index data from Trimble customers!

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Construction Dive

MARCH 29, 2023

Contractors are declining to bid on projects because they don’t have enough workers, according to a new report.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

4 Ways to Ensure Your Next Green Building Project Makes a Real Difference ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 14:20 When it comes to green building, many people think about incorporating energy-efficient features such as effective insulation and glazing, adding eco-friendly lighting or using recycled or repurposed materials. All of those are important, but it’s also important to step back and think about the construction process itself.

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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?

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MARCH 21, 2023

A Near Record Number of Housing Units Are Under Construction, but They’re Taking Longer to Complete ldeakins Tue, 03/21/2023 - 11:13 Single-family housing starts are rising, but supply-chain delays are pushing back completions Single-family housing starts rose 1.1% in February to a rate of 830,000, and while a near record number of housing units were under construction in 2022, they took far longer to complete than they did a year prior, Bill McBride reports in the CalculatedRisk Newsletter.

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The Constructor

MARCH 20, 2023

Have you ever wondered why you can always spot construction equipment from a mile away? It’s because they are usually bright yellow! The vibrant color of yellow that adorns construction equipment has a long history. In this article, we will explore the origins of why construction equipment is always yellow and the benefits of using […] The post The Yellow Standard: Why Construction Equipment is Always Yellow appeared first on The Constructor.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 31, 2023

It doesn’t have to be complicated: a little digitization goes a long way. See how to boost your construction business in 2023.

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Lets Build

MARCH 24, 2023

Digital construction software is changing how companies operate and improving their productivity in the field and in the office. The construction industry is notorious for being slow to adopt new technologies, but failure to digitise your processes in today’s landscape isn’t an option. Companies that wait too long to implement construction management software risk falling behind, which isn’t surprising when you think about all of the benefits it brings to you and your team.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

How Does Ladder Use Cost Your Company? ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 11:21 The construction industry is burdened with a massive productivity problem. And ladder use is contributing to it. Ladders can cause wasteful motion, which leads to fatigue and reduces productivity. The less productive contractors are, the more costly it is. According to a McKinsey Global Institute report, lagging construction productivity costs the global economy $1.6 trillion a year.

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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.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 9, 2023

Baggy gear can lead to new hazards, workers performing tasks without protection or even a lack of confidence and belonging in one’s job, experts say.

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MARCH 20, 2023

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. Corie Baker, AIA, EDAC, LEED AP BD+C Healthcare Facilities Modular Building Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction In recent years, we’ve seen an accelerated shift towards the use of prefabrication in new construction.

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The Constructor

MARCH 10, 2023

In an era when sustainability has become an important benchmark for forward-thinking buildings, it’s inspiring to see how far architecture and design have come in the pursuit of creating a more eco-friendly approach to construction. From Amsterdam to Tokyo, the following 10 buildings are some of the most sustainable structures in the world, showcasing the […] The post The Top 10 Most Sustainable Buildings Around the World appeared first on The Constructor.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 8, 2023

Learn all about Viewpoint Help, Trimble Viewpoint’s single source for product documentation and knowledge.

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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!

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Lets Build

MARCH 17, 2023

It’s no secret that the construction industry faces many project management challenges. Cost overruns are one of the most common results of these challenges, leading to construction companies going significantly over budget more often than they’d like to admit. Unorganised and siloed data, data spread across multiple systems, and an overall lack of connectivity are common factors among projects with high failure rates.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

Industry Statistics Show Benefits & Resistance to Lean Construction ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 08:35 By now, most contractors have heard of “lean” construction; it has clearly gained a foothold in the practices of many contractors. However, according to a recent study conducted by Dodge Construction Network for the Lean Construction Institute (LCI), most contractors are still only lightly engaged with lean, even though increased engagement leads to meeting budget and schedule and improved safet

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Construction Dive

MARCH 30, 2023

Samantha Barnett, 18, discovered she was right for the trades when she snuck into her school’s construction program. Construction Ready's event validated her passion and skill for woodworking.

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Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 3, 2023

Wolgast Corporation Marks 75th Anniversary! Saginaw, MI - For the first 52 years, the Wolgast family owned and operated Wolgast Corporation. Started by Gerald Wolgast as G.H. Wolgast Masonry in 1948, his motto of “Do it right the first time, every time” has been his legacy that still steers the company today. Gerald’s sons, Lynn and the late Patrick and Mark Wolgast left their own legacy on the general contracting company by diversifying to include Design-Build and Construction Management servic

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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!

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The Constructor

MARCH 6, 2023

In today’s world, modular construction provides a great opportunity for developers and builders to expand their projects with greater efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This construction method has become increasingly popular in the past decade for various reasons, and it is essential to understand its benefits and challenges. In this article, we will explore the advantages and […] The post Exploring the Benefits and Challenges of Modular Construction appeared first on The Constructo

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 23, 2023

We can all agree on the importance of data, but raw data is practically useless unless it’s digestible and actionable. For teams to extract value from data, they must first make sense of the information they have—which is where data visualization comes in. Construction projects involve massive amounts of information and documents, including BIM models, schedules, budgets, and performance reports.

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Lets Build

MARCH 10, 2023

Our world is powered by data. Companies worldwide use data to make better decisions, predict future outcomes, and improve their efficiency— and the construction industry is no exception. While construction professionals have adopted digitalisation and data-driven practices slower than others, they’ve now discovered the unique benefits that data analytics can bring to their projects.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

Re-Imagining Project Development & Execution ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 14:09 As the world emerges from the COVID-19 crisis, we can clearly see three global trends that will dominate and overwhelm the global capacity to develop and execute capital projects. They are infrastructure, digitalization and decarbonization — the driving forces behind the energy transition.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 31, 2023

The redevelopment of Ryan Field in Evanston, Illinois, includes plans for fewer seats to foster a more intimate atmosphere for events beyond football games.

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BD+C

MARCH 31, 2023

Considerations When Specifying in Extreme Weather Zones 1 kcichowicz Fri, 03/31/2023 - 06:29 Voice of the Brand Why Choose an IMP in an Extreme Weather Zone? Steven Huck, District Sales Manager at CENTRIA Why Choose an IMP in an Extreme Weather Zone? Voice of the Brand When hurricanes, tornados, extreme temperatures, snow and ice, or salty ocean air have the potential to impact a structure, it is critical to design a building envelope system that will protect the occupants from the elements an

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The Constructor

MARCH 28, 2023

As construction sites become increasingly vulnerable to theft, proactive measures must be taken to protect against such criminal activity. Unfortunately, some construction companies are unaware of the severity of construction site theft and its potential effects on their operations. It is, therefore, essential to be aware of the various security measures that can help protect […] The post Effective Ways to Combat Construction Site Theft appeared first on The Constructor.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 21, 2023

At Autodesk, we want to empower our customers with the right tools they need to embrace and excel in a changing environment. It’s the reason we are always adding more enhancements and new features across our products. To help you keep up with all the new product changes, we’ve compiled all the latest and greatest updates across Autodesk Construction Cloud products including Autodesk Construction Cloud platform, Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, Pro

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For construction contractors, productivity is everything. Download this guide to discover how digital production tracking improves project visibility, data collection, and production insights—all in real time.

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Lets Build

MARCH 3, 2023

What’s the biggest struggle that you face as a project manager? If you answered staying on schedule, you’re not alone. Less than one-third of contractors finish their tasks on time and on budget. So if you don’t want your next project to end up as another statistic for missed deadlines, you need to improve your construction schedule. We’ll discuss five techniques you can use to create a construction schedule that keeps your project on track. 1.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

5 Myths & Facts About Electric Equipment ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 15:06 Whether it’s an excavator, scissor lift, telescopic handler or light tower, all-electric equipment is increasingly available in today’s marketplace. Sustainability has prompted many companies to define their emissions goals for the future. Even so, electric equipment technology is still quite new, bringing with it certain misconceptions and concerns about investing in it.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 7, 2023

Spending on roadway contracts in 2022 was more than 29 times higher than spending on rail and transit contracts, per American Road & Transportation Builders Association data.

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