HardHatChat
SEPTEMBER 29, 2015
The use of technology and apps for daily construction reporting, sharing photos and scheduling look-aheads has become common practice on today’s commercial construction job sites. A few days ago as I grabbed my smartphone before heading to the office, I thought back to the time when I would leave the house each morning with a pager and a roll of quarters in my pocket.
Construction Business Owner
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
In an industry where bigger means better, service-oriented contractors are the often forgotten group of builders and constructors. For many firms, the service element of their business is the "little cousin," accounting for a significantly smaller portion of the firm's volume. However, as firms continue to explore the secrets to their success, this "little cousin" is often the more successful and financially stable family member, representing the lion's share of the margin dollars.
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Construction Marketing
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
We are so pleased to announce our 5 th year of the Construction Marketing STAR™ awards and the Construction Marketer of the Year™ Awards. For companies, brands or individuals who demonstrate marketing excellence in the construction industry, we want to recognize and honor those entries soon. The final deadline to submit the entries is October 2, 2015.
Green Building Law Update
SEPTEMBER 26, 2015
EPA has issued significant revisions to the existing 1988 underground storage tank regulation that will impact most, if not all, businesses with USTs. EPA regulates over 571,000 USTs, down from a high of 2.1 million USTs in 1984. As of January 1, 2015, more than 525,000 UST releases (e.g., leaks) had been reported since 1988, many contaminating soil and drinking water. .
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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.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 2, 2015
Construction spending in August reached a seven-year high and climbed at the fastest rate since 2006, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). AGC officials noted that growing demand for construction was likely to add to the challenges many firms are having finding qualified workers.
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Cassell Construction Estimating
OCTOBER 1, 2015
When the Internet was introduced in the early 1990s, no one really knew that complete industries, cultures, governments and businesses would be transformed by this innovative platform for sharing information, learning and transacting. Nevertheless, what started out as a novelty of sorts has since grown into a 3 billion-strong Web that’s accessible via the desktop computer to the 5-ounce mobile phone — and everything in between.
Green Building Law Update
SEPTEMBER 26, 2015
EPA has issued significant revisions to the existing 1988 underground storage tank regulation that will impact most, if not all, businesses with USTs. EPA regulates over 571,000 USTs, down from a high of 2.1 million USTs in 1984. As of January 1, 2015, more than 525,000 UST releases (e.g., leaks) had been reported since 1988, many contaminating soil and drinking water.
Digger Blog
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
There's a waste firm in Derbyshire that will buy nothing but Hyundai equipment and has recently added a new loader and a new excavator. There's a waste firm in Derbyshire that will buy nothing but Hyundai equipment and has recently added a new loader and a new excavator.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 2, 2015
The idea for Breezeworks came from an observation that modern technology automation has not been available to service professionals in an easy, low-cost manner, said Breezeworks CEO Matthew Cowan. “These professionals need tools that help them automate their tasks, from payment collections and estimate generation to follow-ups with customers after a project’s finish,” Cowan said.
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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.
Cassell Construction Estimating
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
Just when we thought we were losing our P6 Guru, the heavens answered our calls. Ken Wagner just revealed that he won’t be retiring at the end of this month! Whoo-hoo! The Cassell Team is pleased to not be losing such a huge asset to our team. Ken has not only been a benefit to our clients and the work he does here at Cassell as our Senior P6 Consultant but also to our Digital Dryshack Blog.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
The work force at the SolarCity factory in Buffalo, N.Y., is expected to nearly triple to 1,460 jobs from 450, when the project hits full production in 2017, reports Buffalo News.
Digger Blog
OCTOBER 1, 2015
Hydrema UK has supplied Scottish specialist contractor Ground Developments Limited with a pair of 922D 6x6 chassis cabs fitted with bespoke lime spreading bodies from Streumaster. Hydrema UK has supplied Scottish specialist contractor Ground Developments Limited with a pair of 922D 6x6 chassis cabs fitted with bespoke lime spreading bodies from Streumaster.
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
Creates visible call to action for Emcor's 7th Annual "Protect Yourself. Get Screened Today" campaign. Emcor/F&G Mechanical announced today its employees, along with those of Tishman Construction, Tucker Development, and many other participants — 425+ in total — donned pink hard hats and assembled to form a giant human pink ribbon in support of breast cancer awareness. read more.
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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?
Contractor Bookkeeping
OCTOBER 2, 2015
So You Are Starting A Construction Company. Perhaps yours will be building houses, a handyman business or a specialty contracting company like a plumber, electrician, HVAC, concrete or Landscape Company. Whatever it is c ongratulations you have or will be taking a big step toward being the Master of Your Own Destiny! Two Paths Are Open In Front Of You.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 29, 2015
Construction employment declined in 153 out of 358 metro areas between August 2014 and August 2015. This nearly matches 163 areas that added construction jobs, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
Construction Marketing Ideas
SEPTEMBER 26, 2015
William LeMessurier’s response to design deficiencies uncovered after construction of the Citigroup Center is often cited as an example of ethical conduct. Undoubtedly, you are now aware of Volkswagen’s implication in a scandal to rig emissions testing results — and you’ve probably heard about Martin Shkreli’s decision to increase the price of a life-saving drug Daraprin by more than 5,000 per cent.
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
The Plumbing Efficiency Research Coalition (PERC) has announced that its second report, The Drainline Transport of Solid Waste in Buildings – Phase 2.0, has been released. read more.
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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.
Green Industry Professionals
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
American Pride Power Equipment, Inc. has made an impression on the community; owner Ryan Dodson built the dealership from the ground up.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 1, 2015
Technology developed by Purdue University civil engineers could provide a real-time overview and help control cost and time overruns for project managers at construction, mining and agricultural sites. Phillip Dunston, professor in Purdue's Lyles School of Civil Engineering, and Joseph Louis, a doctoral candidate, have created technology that provides real-time, actionable insights to a project site manager.
Construction Marketing Ideas
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015
Will you implement the ideas in this White Paper. Probably not. That’s unfortunate, because if you do, you’ll probably achieve a competitive advantage. I have to admit, that while the thoughts in this white paper: The Step By Step Guide to Building Your Custom Attribution Model , make lots of sense, it is easier to say “do this” than to actually implement the strategy.
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 29, 2015
Sloan's newest continuing education course (CEU), "Maximizing Water Efficiency for Sustainable Restroom Design," focusing on high-efficiency solutions for sustainably designed restrooms, is now available. read more.
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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!
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. Rideshare service Lyft will locate its customer experience operations in Tennessee, investing $51 million and creating 380 new jobs in Nashville. Lyft To Invest $51M In New Nashville Operations appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 1, 2015
AASHTO named the winners in their 2015 Faces of Transportation awards competition. Twenty-nine employees of state DOTs and nine private citizens submitted 103 photos and 12 videos for the contest.
Construction Marketing Ideas
OCTOBER 2, 2015
The quirky.com website (scrolling down from the bankruptcy notice at its top.) This business managed to blow $170 million in venture capital in less than seven years. Why? If you are a struggling general or trade contractor, battling cash flow and business development and marketing challenges, you might find some solace — and learn some lessons — from one of the biggest and most rapid flameouts in recent business history — Quirky’s crash and burn.
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
The plumbing, heating and HVAC company is hoping to raise money in the fight against breast cancer. New Jersey-based Fras-Air Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing is painting two of their service vans pink for the entire month of October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, to raise money to help fight breast cancer. read more.
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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!
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
Study finds that modular constructoin, if properly executed, can be faster, safer and less costly than traditional construction.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 29, 2015
Employment at CF industries is expected to reach 4,000 jobs at construction of its 325-acre fertilizer plant, more than double original labor projections, reports Sioux City Journal. . Nick DeRoos, general manager and project director of the $2 billion Port Neal nitrogen complex is about 50 percent complete.
Construction Marketing Ideas
OCTOBER 1, 2015
A water jet cutter — showing some forms of cutting can be profitable. But can you really get ahead by cutting your prices? The remark happens at least once every time we have an annual planning meeting. “Maybe we should cut our prices to improve our sales. ” There’s nothing wrong with someone in the organization making that sort of quick suggestion — after all, one of the rules of our planning meetings is that anyone can suggest anything, without fear of recriminati
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