Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 20, 2020

5 Reasons to Bring Construction Claims Experts into Early Planning. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 10/20/2020 - 16:01. Due to the many factors that have impacted and changed the construction industry throughout 2020, projects are facing increased risks that may open the door to some unique claims or litigation. With detailed knowledge and reporting essential to processing claims, construction business owners and their legal counsel can benefit from incorporating construction claims experts from the ons

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Learn Civil Engineering

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Here in this article, we will talk about different types of estimates, how we can calculate these types of estimates. Before talking about different types of estimates, we will discuss some basic things related to estimates which we must know. So let’s get started. The estimate is a process where an expert who is specialized […].

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 19, 2020

What Is Hempcrete? Hempcrete is a bio-composite that is made from the inner wood core of the hemp plant and mixed with the lime and other natural materials. It is also known as hemp-concrete. Hemp is a plant that grown without any use of plant protection chemicals. It required a very little amount of water and it will also help to contribute to the agricultural regeneration of soil.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 23, 2020

How is the Pandemic Shaping Home Design? mbeirne. Fri, 10/23/2020 - 10:36. More home offices, enhanced task lighting, and three-season porches were the most requested features by clients according to architects working on custom home and renovation products. The survey by the American Institute ofArchitects polled 425 architects in July and found that 68% of respondents’ clients want home offices, 62% are asking for spaces that connect to outdoor living, and 45% request flex spaces.

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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.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 21, 2020

COVID-19 & Construction: The Ongoing Effects of the Pandemic on Business. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 10/21/2020 - 15:47. The construction industry stands in a unique position when gauging the impacts of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Largely declared an essential industry, many construction projects were not shut down, even in the early months of the pandemic.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Here are just a few of the many benefits of 4BT JOB ORDER CONTRACTING Software and Cost Data that drive best value JOC Programs for public sector real property owners and their service partners. Assure that your organization achieves best value for your JOC Program, delivers and receives high quality services, and doesn’t pay excessive fees for unnecessary items.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 18, 2020

This evening an ordinance will be introduced in the Baltimore City Council to adopt the 2018 International Green Construction Code. In the realm of green building this is a big deal. In the more than 4,400 code adopting jurisdictions across the country only the town of Gaithersburg , Maryland has adopted the 2018 IgCC. It is worthy of note that a second jurisdiction, Montgomery County, Maryland (that includes the municipality of Gaithersburg) has promulgated regulations adopting the 2018 IgCC, b

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Why Infrastructure Investment Will Drive the Equipment Industry's Future. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 10/23/2020 - 15:34. Like many adjacent industries to construction, the equipment manufacturing industry's well-being depends largely on federal legislation and infrastructure projects and funding in the pipeline, according to AEM's Kip Eideberg.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 17, 2020

Fine-grained concrete, also known as sand concrete, is defined as the concrete in which the coarse aggregate is replaced by sand or any filler.

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As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 22, 2020

The success of a JOC Program is dependent upon developing and maintaining effective implementation and management strategies. This includes consideration of JOC Program Durations, Sequence, Resource Planning, Material Planning, Contractor Input, and more… The post JOC Program Durations, Sequence, Resource Planning, Material Planning, Contractor Input appeared first on 4BT.

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Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 21, 2020

This article is part of Construction Junkie’s coverage of Groundbreak 2020 , Procore’s annual technology conference. Sage will be in attendance in the virtual exhibitor hall. More details can be found below. There’s no doubt that one of the most important aspects of managing a construction project is being able to quickly and easily analyze your financials.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Locations are nurturing startup ecosystems with access to skilled labor, angel investors, higher ed resources and an affordable quality of life that is attracting talent. - Read: Startup Ecosystems: Seeding The Land With Startups at BusinessFacilities.com.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Works have begun on the much-awaited Fehmarnbelt Tunnel, connecting Denmark and Germany. The 18 km long tunnel will descend to a depth of up to 40 m.

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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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OCTOBER 17, 2020

Construction procurement and project delivery remains problematic for most organizations. Whether it’s repair, renovation, maintenance, or a new build, every construction project involves a relatively large and diverse number of people, from architects to engineers and builders, to facilities management professionals, building users, and other participants and stakeholders.

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Kenworth has announced the launch of the Kenworth T680E, the company’s first-ever Class 8 battery-electric model. The zero-emission Kenworth T680E, now available for order from Kenworth dealers in the United States and Canada, will enter into production in 2021.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Chase Center, home to the Golden State Warriors professional basketball team, exemplifies the centrality of technology, sustainability, community involvement, and building team coordination in the design, engineering, and construction of a modern-day sports venue.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 18, 2020

A list of the top trending construction terminologies of the week. The post The Constructor’s Weekly Top 5 appeared first on The Constructor.

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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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OCTOBER 23, 2020

The $25M investment will upgrade Cummins' Seymour Engine Plant (SEP) in Seymour, IN, and create and retain more than 150 jobs over the next five to 10 years. - Read: Cummins To Invest More Than $25M In Indiana Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Volkswagen’s truck division, Traton, will move forward to acquire Navistar following a letter from the Navistar board approving a cash offer of $44.50 per share, a deal estimated to by $3.7 billion. The offer was up from $43 proposed last month.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 21, 2020

A slight improvement in business conditions has led to fewer architecture firms reporting declining billings, according to a new report today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 21, 2020

The reuse of existing piles is an efficient way to reduce pile input-resources, construction costs, and the overall environmental impact by.

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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

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Fully electric vehicles, including the Cadillac LYRIQ, will be built at the Spring Hill, TN plant, General Motors’ largest facility in North America. - Read: GM To Invest Nearly $2B To Build EVs In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Caterpillar released its ninth Cat Trials video, using skid steer loaders to play Pac-Man. The video celebrates Caterpillar’s 95th anniversary along with Pac-Man’s 40th.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2020

K-12 schools in Mississippi began reopening in late July. By August 13, 39 counties—half of that state’s total—had schools reporting positive coronavirus cases that included 109 teachers and 69 students. More than 250 teachers and staff and 489 students were quarantined. On August 17, Gov. Tate Reeves announced COVID-19 testing for all teachers and emergency telehealth coverage for schools.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 22, 2020

A theodolite is an instrument used to determine the relative position of points on the earth’s surface by measuring the horizontal and vertical.

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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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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Building A Home On A Budget – 4 Tips To Suggest For Potential Buyers. mbeirne. Wed, 10/21/2020 - 06:00. Building a home from the ground up is expensive and the process could be so daunting for some potential buyers that they look as resales rather than new construction. However, if you as the builder are clear about costs going in, you give the buyer a chance to strategize and meet financial needs.

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Brooke Tyler III, president of Tyler Equipment, arrives at his dealership around 6 a.m., often manning the switchboard in those early hours. He catches up with people he does not have a chance to go out and see. “The relationship side [of this business] is fun,” he says.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 21, 2020

The goal of Banner University Medical Center Tucson’s new $320 million Patient Tower and Renovations project was to reinvigorate the aging Academic Medical Center and create a destination for state-of-the-art healthcare in Tucson Arizona.

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