HardHatChat
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
As noted in January’s Hard Hat Chat post about commercial real estate trends shaping Englewood’s work in the year ahead, we expect 2018 will maintain the same strong momentum we’ve recently experienced working with owners and operators to update existing senior communities. What’s driving the uptick in renovation and remodeling activity in this sector?
Construction Marketing
FEBRUARY 6, 2018
Looking at the great natural disasters of 2017, it’s clear we all need to do our part to preserve the planet. Construction businesses are in a great position to contribute to conservation efforts, so why not take on that responsibility? You’ll not only gain a positive reputation, you’ll help the planet and well-being of its inhabitants (i.e. us). Why Should Your Construction Business Care About Going Green?
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The Constructor
FEBRUARY 10, 2018
Plinth beam is a reinforced concrete beam constructed between the wall and its foundation as shown in Figure-1. Fig.1: Plinth Beam Following topics.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Data, collaboration and communication. While they may not be new concepts to the construction business owner, they are taking new forms throughout the industry. Watching trends in technology and keeping an eye on the industry’s existing challenges, CBO spoke with industry professionals to learn more about the advancements they see shaping—and reshaping—what we know about the future of construction.
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At the highest level, contractors understand the importance of accurately predicting and preparing for variances in costs or schedules when delivering a construction project. In fact, leaders know it is essential to the profitability, cash flow and potential viability of projects. For that reason, forward-thinking decision-makers who know that forecasting is a complex process, also realize that this is not feasible by using out-of-date systems.
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The much awaited and anticipated revolution in construction is gaining momentum. We now have drones, virtual reality, augmented reality, BIM, project management and more. But it doesn’t stop here! Researchers and various institutes are taking technology to the next level. Development in concrete and various other construction materials has been.
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GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Hot Weather Concreting Practices for Contractors. Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 02/19/2018 - 10:29. GCP Applied Technologies. February 19, 2018. Most concrete contractors are well aware of the difficulty of handling, placing, finishing and curing concrete during the hot summer months. While producers work hard to keep concrete temperatures down and use set retarding admixtures to minimize slump loss, there are still many things that can go wrong at the job site.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 15, 2018
Sumitomo Forestry Co., Ltd, a member of the Sumitomo Group, has big plans to celebrate the Group’s 350 th anniversary in the year 2041: a 350-meter wooden tower that comprises retail, office, hotel, and residential space. The Tokyo-based tower would become Japan’s tallest building and the tallest wooden skyscraper in the world. The overall goal of the high-rise, dubbed W350, is to help realize an environmentally conscious city of wooden buildings that would transform Tokyo into a “forest.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 25, 2018
Laser crack measurement system is highly developed technological methods of inspecting pavements which has been used extensively around the world.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports slips, trips and falls comprise nearly 25 percent of all reported accident claims, including roughly 12,000 accidental deaths every year in the United States. Employers are placed in a difficult position. While slips, trips and falls are among the most reported and costly injuries, confusion surrounds the definition of slip resistance as well as the accepted method for evaluating slip-resistant footwear.
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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.
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 8, 2018
Germany is the financial powerhouse of Europe and construction is probably its most significant driver of growth. During 2017, the German building sector experienced a calendar-adjusted expansion of 2.5%. This is the highest rate since 2011 and it is expected to increase even more in 2018. According to the Ifo.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
Digital tools are creating transparency and allowing for data exchanges that reduce time and eliminate confusion and errors — and the costs associated with them.
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
Flying high with SILCOR® liquid waterproofing. michael.delros…. Tue, 02/27/2018 - 14:43. Gatwick and Heathrow Airports protect high-traffic podium decks. GCP Applied Technologies. February 27, 2018. When two of London’s largest international airports embarked on their own expansion projects, they both needed to find durable solutions for waterproofing podium decks.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
This year started on a strong note for architecture firms, as the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) saw its highest January score since 2007. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the January 2018 ABI score was 54.7 , up from a score of 52.8 in the previous month. This score reflects an increase in design services provided by U.S. architecture firms (any score above 50 indicates an increase in billings). .
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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
FEBRUARY 7, 2018
Plinth area and carpet area of a building is measured for estimation and calculation of building cost. It is also a measure of usable space of.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 15, 2018
Volvo took a hard look at the construction industry's productivity problem and found that despite the construction industry being one of the largest industry sectors in the world, its measured productivity grows just 1 percent each year. Compare that to the manufacturing sector's growth of 3.6 percent.
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 6, 2018
SMSTS stands for Site Management Safety Training Scheme and it is a significant certificate for anyone who wants to pursue a career as site supervisor/manager or project manager in construction. It can also be a great asset for construction clients and company owners. Especially in the United Kingdom, it wouldn’t.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 9, 2018
Unicorp National Developments is set to build a boardwalk lined with shops and restaurants overlooking a water show similar to that at the Bellagio in Las Vegas.
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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.
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 02/19/2018 - 11:31. GCP Applied Technologies. February 26, 2018. Why prepare the concrete slab? There are many factors that go into a successful flooring installation project, from selecting an appropriate floor material to a proper installation procedure. But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab.
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
The 13-tonne HX130 LCR is the latest compact-radius excavator model in Hyundai’s HX series. The 13-tonne HX130 LCR is the latest compact-radius excavator model in Hyundai’s HX series.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 9, 2018
Types of failures experienced in different structure is greatly influenced by the type of construction material used. The resisting capability of.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 2, 2018
The Bureau of Labor Statistics released its Employment Situation Summary for January 2018 today showing 200,000 jobs were created in the first month of this year, with construction jobs increasing at the fastest clip. According to the BLS report, construction added 36,000 jobs, mostly among specialty trade contractors. (+26,000). Employment in residential building construction continued to trend up over the month (+5,000).
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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!
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 20, 2018
Human beings have a problem with the following concept: out of sight, out of mind. It can be applied to a number of things, but we’re looking at it in the form of waste. When we throw something in the garbage and trudge the can to the end of the.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 26, 2018
The home improvement retailer is rolling out "Track to the Trades" in four cities and plans to expand it nationwide later this year.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 5, 2018
Intuition tells us that views of and exposure to the outdoors are good for the human mental state. In recent years, a handful of scientific studies—most notably Heschong Mahone’s daylighting in schools research—has provided AEC teams with important data to back up design decisions around daylighting, views, biophilic design, and a stronger connection with nature.
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
The Pro-business climate in Arkansas is yielding a bounty of new jobs. Gov. Asa Hutchinson is busy laying the foundation for robust, sustainable long-term growth. - Read: Arkansas Governor’s Report: Now On The Radar For New Business at BusinessFacilities.com.
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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
FEBRUARY 14, 2018
A pre-planned bituminous mix design for pavement construction helps in producing a mix that is workable, durable, strong, and economical in nature.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 8, 2018
Though its fuel cell-electric heavy truck is still early in its development phase, Kenworth Truck Co. is describing it as the possible future of on-road hauling and perhaps vocational trucks, at least in areas where authorities are demanding ever-lower exhaust emissions.
Lets Build
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
Construction projects can be very perplexed as they require perfect coordination and collaboration between numerous people. Accurate resource and material allocation is also a significant aspect of a project’s success. For that reason, frequent and detailed site visits can play a fundamental role in the effort to increase team efficiency.
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