Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Lighting Products: They've Come a Long Way. ibush. Wed, 09/01/2021 - 08:00. A generation ago, lighting for new production homes was almost an afterthought for builders, a necessary function consisting of standard (read: boring) fixtures delivering ambient light. Anything more—usually table and floor lamps—was up to the homeowners. . Fast-forward to today, and the market for residential lighting for mainstream housing offers a dizzying array of options, enabling builders to make lighting a market

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

3 Ways Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning are Transforming Construction. Alex Headley. Wed, 09/08/2021 - 07:30. Many people (and products) use the terms “artificial intelligence (AI)” and “machine learning (ML)” interchangeably, but there are a few key differentiators to note. Artificial intelligence is technology that can understand data and act independently; it’s able to evaluate data, use reason to make assumptions about that data, predict outcomes and make decisions much like a huma

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021

Alligator cracking is an interlaced cracking pattern observed on the asphalt pavement surface due to repeated traffic loading. Alligator cracks cause.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

The Duluth, Minn.-based general contractor Kraus-Anderson has been busy this summer, having finished the construction and/or remodeling of several education, public safety, and healthcare projects in Wisconsin and Minnesota. They include: A new 37,000-sf fire station was added to an existing police station in Minnetonka, Minn. Image: Wold Architects and Engineers. .

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Aurum Energy Park will be home to a $1.3-billion, net-zero hydrogen network that will become operational in 2024. The post Air Products To Build World’s Largest Hydrogen Network In Edmonton appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Indoor Air Quality Road Map: A Smart Range Hood. ibush. Tue, 09/28/2021 - 14:27. A new market-ready smart range hood switches on and off automatically to improve indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and occupant health. Eric Werling. The range hood is perhaps the least recognized kitchen appliance, yet by ventilating contaminated air out of the house, it does more to protect the health of occupants than any other.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

3 Modern Solutions To Help Your Business Tackle Challenges. Alex Headley. Wed, 09/15/2021 - 16:26. In early 2020, the construction industry was experiencing levels of growth not seen since the Great Recession, while also navigating obstacles that have plagued the industry for years, including a qualified worker shortage and slower rates of adopting new technologies.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

A proper drainage system and its regular maintenance determine the longevity and stability of the asphalt pavement. On the other hand, improper.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The markets in Northwest Arkansas and Southwest Missouri that the construction company Carson-Mitchell, Inc. serves are “booming,” says its President and CEO Chris Carson. Despite the coronavirus pandemic’s impact on its economy, construction “never really slowed, or stopped” in Florida, says Brett Strassel, Vice President of Operations for the West Palm Beach-based Hedrick Brothers Construction.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Florida’s 15 deep-water seaports and 19 commercial airports are the entry points for a vast international trade infrastructure. The post Florida: An International Gateway To Growth appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Civiconcepts

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

What Is Skirting? Skirting tiles are the Tiles or Board that lay in the corner or junction of the floor and wall. The Skirting boards help your room look bigger … What Is Skirting | 12 Types of Skirting | Skirting In Construction | Skirting Meaning | Skirting Wall Design Read More ».

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Surge in Home Remodeling: Lighting Trend Forecast. kcichowicz. Fri, 09/17/2021 - 00:00. At a time when there's been such heavy demand for homes, issues like long waiting lists, rising construction costs and labor shortages are causing a decline in new home builds. . Home renovations, on the other hand, are continuing to surge. In fact, Realtor.com recently found that the demand for home remodels is expected to remain strong in 2022.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Building a Sustainable, Scalable & Sellable Construction Company. Alex Headley. Tue, 09/28/2021 - 13:34. Building a sustainable, scalable and sellable business is something all business owners should strive for. Unfortunately, too many entrepreneurs fail to build their business properly from day one. They lack the underlying foundation, systems and structure that are essential to all businesses, preventing them from building a profitable and efficient company.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Metal beam crash barriers are an efficient road safety device that protects the vehicle and its occupants in the event of an accident and acts as an.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

For multifamily developers, and their building teams, getting the amenities mix right could make or break the success of their multifamily housing developments. Ongoing research by BD+C 's sister brand, Multifamily Design+Construction (MFDC), aims to help developers, owners, architects, and other project team members identify proven and trending multifamily amenities. .

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Eric Voyles, Executive Vice President & Chief Economic Development Officer, TexAmericas Center, discusses military site remediation, impact of COVID-19 on development, and low-cost, reliable electricity. The post Snapshots: 60 Seconds with Eric Voyles, TexAmericas Center appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Civiconcepts

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

What Is Structural Load? Structural loads in buildings produce various types of action such as deformations, stresses, or displacements. Structural loads are an important factor in the design of buildings. … Types of Load Acting on Structure | Types of Load on Beam Read More ».

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

The Time to Innovate House Plans is Now. mbeirne. Wed, 09/15/2021 - 11:09. Consumers will not be willing to put up with inferior housing solutions after the pandemic. With housing in such high demand, it may be tempting to build and design homes the same. After all, if people are buying, what’s there to change? Architect Deryl Patterson of Housing Design Matters says now is the time to do the opposite and examine what exactly is driving the demand for housing.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

How to Prepare for Unexpected Risk Exposure. Alex Headley. Mon, 09/20/2021 - 07:30. Either by choice or required by contract or statute, commercial general liability (CGL), workers’ compensation, business auto and inland marine insurance (mobile equipment) are among the most common types of insurance purchased by contractors. However, there are two coverages that are not often considered by contractors — pollution liability and professional liability.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Plum concrete, also termed cyclopean concrete or rubble concrete, is a mixture of wet concrete and a plum (large size, strong, and clean natural.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Climate change, net-zero carbon, circular economies, social value, health and safety, environmental protection—how can we better equip ourselves to win these battles? The answer lies in innovation and the development of new processes to support us in the fight.

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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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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Amazon's new 1 million-square-foot fulfillment center will create more than 1,000 jobs in Fargo, North Dakota. The post Amazon Opens First Fulfillment Center In North Dakota appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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Learn Civil Engineering

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

Introduction to white cement White or grey cement is used to make various colored cement. As a foundation, Portland cement is utilized. The use of white cement as a foundation is expensive. Only red or brown cement may be created when grey cement is used. Colored cement is made from Portland cement mixed with 5-10% […].

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Next Year’s Housing Market Will Be Boring. mbeirne. Fri, 09/24/2021 - 10:42. 2022 could be somewhat normal with steadier production and supply and still solid demand. Bidding wars, soaring building material costs, and builders putting the brakes on sales so production can catch up will be so last year. Conor Sen of Peachtree Creek Investments writes in Bloomberg that 2022 could be somewhat normal with steadier production and supply and still solid demand.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

JLG Experts on 5 trends Shaping the Future of Lift Equipment. Alex Headley. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 07:30. Scissor and boom lifts, now known as mobile elevated work platforms (MEWP), were already getting a makeover due to the updated design requirements of the new ANSI A92 suite of standards. To achieve compliance, MEWPs produced after June 1, 2020, must include features intended to improve safety, such as platform load sensing, tilt sensing, higher railings and more.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

The standard dimension of all components of a building is given by the country’s concerned authorities, which defines the minimum size and.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The Josiah Quincy Upper School (JQUS), a 650-student public school, is set to rise on a one-acre site in Boston’s dense Chinatown neighborhood. The six-story, 178,000-sf building will house grades 6 through 12. The HMFH-designed facility will feature healthy spaces that support student success and wellbeing. Among these spaces will be rooftop outdoor classrooms; learning spaces for music, art, and science; advanced art quality systems; a student-grown garden; and a variety of athletic and fitnes

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The expansion will increase Thermo Fisher Scientific's manufacturing capacity and create 290 additional jobs in Pitt County, NC. The post Thermo Fisher Scientific Investing $154M In North Carolina appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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