September, 2022

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Managing Multiple JOC Programs, Contracts, Projects, UPBs, and Workorders

Job Order Contracting

Managing Multiple JOC Programs, Contracts, Projects, UPBs, and Workorders is now possible with full visibility and minimal administrative burden and cost! Programs, Contracts, Projects, and Workorders vary in size, complexity, required governance.

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How to Make Your Construction Company More Data-Driven

Viewpoint Construction Technology

How the right software and the right mindset can turn your construction data into profit fuel. Construction Best Practices

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Future of Net Zero Energy Buildings for Michigan Business Owners

Wolgast Corporation

We hear about energy efficiency, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, and carbon emissions more frequently these days, but maybe not as popular is Net Zero Energy Building or Net Zero Energy Building Ready.

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What Is Epoxy Paint? | 5 Difference Between Epoxy Paint & Normal Paint | How To Apply Epoxy Paint

Civiconcepts

What Is Expoxy Paint? Epoxy paints are made up of latex acrylic and a small amount of epoxy, where epoxy is one type of polymer that is responsible for the … What Is Epoxy Paint? | | 5 Difference Between Epoxy Paint & Normal Paint | How To Apply Epoxy Paint Read More ».

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The Ultimate Free Guide to Construction Project Management Software

Spreadsheets and in-house tools can no longer manage the sophistication and the demand for data of modern construction. Our free buyer’s guide will help you identify what construction software you need and the key features you should be looking for.

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What are the Signs of Foundation Heave?

The Constructor

Foundation heave is the upward movement of the expansive soil layer after it is saturated with water. Controlling the signs and symptoms of foundation heave at an early stage is important to prevent further enlargement of heave pressure and avoid serious damage to the foundation and superstructure.

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Construction Company Employee Compensation And A Note On Taxes

Contractor Bookkeeping

There are a few different methods that employers use to pay their employees, and while they may have similarities, they each also have implications for your construction business and employees.

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Debunking 5 Myths of Construction Management in the Cloud

Viewpoint Construction Technology

As more and more contractors move to the cloud, those that have held back are finding their reasonings are losing steam. Construction Best Practices

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Top 15 Most Beautiful Cities of the World

Learn Civil Engineering

Are you unable to choose a beautiful place for a trip? There are many beautiful cities or places in the world where you may appreciate nature and human constructions. They combine perfect views with amazing art in ideal harmony.

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What Is Epoxy Flooring | Types Of Epoxy Flooring | 10 Best Epoxy Floors For Home | Advantages and Disadvantages of Epoxy Flooring

Civiconcepts

Introduction To Epoxy Flooring It is possible that you have never heard of epoxy flooring when you are considering various flooring designs.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

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 is a must for anyone wanting to solve procurement or vendor management pain points.

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What is Low-Noise Concrete Pavement?

The Constructor

Nowadays, controlling traffic noise has become an important criterion in the design and construction of transportation infrastructure.

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The Succession Plan

Contractor Magazine

Franchising could pave the way for a seamless transition—with other helpful benefits—for a smoother business plan. Management

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How To Raise Your Prices: Value Over Price

Contractor Bookkeeping

As prices continue to rise, you've likely noticed that your cost of doing business has increased as well. After all, the main point of any business is to make money, and you can't do that if you're no longer breaking even.

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Construction Industry Trends: September 2022 Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Decreasing material costs, a push for more BIM practices, and more high-dollar projects among the construction industry headlines in September. Construction Technology/News

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

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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Listing of LEAN Construction Practices

Job Order Contracting

Below is a listing of LEAN construction practices.

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Thermal Insulation | Thermal Insulation Materials In Buildings | Best Thermal Insulation In Buildings

Civiconcepts

What Do You Mean By Thermal Insulation?

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Types and Roles of Admixtures in Pumpable Concrete

The Constructor

Any admixture that improves the workability of concrete is advantageous for enhancing the pumpability of concrete. Various chemical admixtures like air-entraining admixture, high-range water-reducing admixture, and finely divided admixture have been utilized to improve concrete pumpability.

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Implementing lean construction for infrastructure projects

Lets Build

Almost all large infrastructure projects have something in common: They frequently suffer from cost overruns and significant delays. As the size and challenges of these projects continue to grow, so do the problems they bring for general contractors and construction companies.

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

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.

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Five Effective Ways To Retain Employees And Keep Your Company Healthy

Contractor Bookkeeping

Traditionally, employers have relied on giving employees raises to retain their staff and reward them for being hard-working and loyal. Raises can get expensive, and there is often an upper limit for what you can offer regarding increasing salaries and wages.

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3 Reasons You Can’t Miss Trimble Dimensions+ 2022

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Trimble Dimensions+, the biggest construction conference of the year, is in person, in Las Vegas, in November! Register now. Events

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Construction Project Delivery Leadership – Public Sector

Job Order Contracting

Greater focus is required upon Construction Project Delivery Leadership in the public sector. Efficient management of the built environment is critical to the environment, economy, and our overall well being.

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15 Types of Drywall Anchors | Different Types Of Wall Anchors | Dry Wall Anchors Types | Best Types of Wall Anchors For Wall

Civiconcepts

What do you mean by Drywall Anchors?

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. Over half of respondents see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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What is Mastic Sealant?

The Constructor

Mastic is a form of sealant or adhesive used to fill the joints or as a bond for different materials and gaps. It is an elastic and flexible material used to create a durable bond between two different surfaces or to protect a particular surface.

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7 key benefits of Lean construction for wind farms

Lets Build

The construction industry has historically been quite inefficient, but that’s no longer acceptable in today’s post-pandemic world. As construction companies struggle with shortages of everything from raw materials to skilled tradespeople, sticking to timelines has become increasingly challenging.

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Ways To Get Rid Of Construction Accounting And Bookkeeping Confusions

Contractor Bookkeeping

Doing something different is hard. Do you feel like everyone else is the most brilliant person in the room, and you just don't get it? Getting into a rut and repeatedly doing the same things is easy. If those things work, then yes, continue to do them repeatedly.

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The Connected Construction Professional Series: Construction Equipment and Fleet Management Professionals

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Your Construction Equipment and Construction Fleets are Your Company’s Biggest Capital Assets—Protect It With Better Data. Construction Best Practices

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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A Plumber's Impact on Water Savings

Contractor Magazine

As professionals in the plumbing industry, it is our job to fully educate our clients—and anyone who will listen, really. Green

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12 Types of Wood Joints | Woodworking Joints | 12 Best Types of Wood Joinery | Methods Of Joining Wood

Civiconcepts

What do you mean by Wood Joint? A wood joint as the name suggests is one type of joining piece of lumber or timber for creating other structures. Also, it … 12 Types of Wood Joints | Woodworking Joints | 12 Best Types of Wood Joinery | Methods Of Joining Wood Read More ».

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How to Treat Discolored Concrete Surface?

The Constructor

Concrete discoloration is simply the change of the designated color of concrete. This could be due to the presence of calcium chloride in concrete, cement and additives, improper curing, environmental conditions, and faulty finishing works.

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