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FEBRUARY 14, 2013

As commercial construction news reports say business continues to pick up, we are happy to see some new faces around the office at Englewood Construction. That’s right; we are adding staff to our national commercial general contracting firm in what has been a very robust period of activity. I’m proud to say that after several flat years in the commercial construction industry, Englewood has fought through and is heading in the right direction.

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

Understanding the different types of names is essential to effective name development. Why? Because without this knowledge, there is a tendency to only consider certain types of names which, depending on the category, may be less than differentiated. Also, managers may tend toward naming fads, even if out-dated and ineffective. Finally, mapping competitors’ names by name type is a very worthwhile exercise, demonstrating naming opportunities that will be unique and differentiated in the category.

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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Deep foundations are required to carry loads from a structure through weak compressible soils or fills on to stronger and less compressible soils or.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

I'm a pretty big fan of team sports. I'd have to put basketball and baseball high on the list (a somewhat painful situation since I live in Seattle), and our Seahawks are usually good for some playoff football drama. But I am also a fan of tennis. When the Majors - a.k.a. the four Grand Slam tournaments - are on, I have a hard time not tuning in. I was able to see a few matches of this year's Australian Open, and as usual I was struck by how simple the game is in concept but how much discipline

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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

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

CHICAGO (February 12, 2013) - Textura Corporation, a provider of collaboration solutions for the construction industry, announced that it has acquired PlanSwift, a digital takeoff and estimating solution also aimed at the construction industry. Textura hopes to use PlanSwift's tools to complement Textura's existing solutions.

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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

Project Management Skill sets There are many misconception about what it takes to become a project manager. Many people think that to become a.

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Digger Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

Caterpillar’s D9G, which was first introduced in 1961, is probably the most famous bulldozer in the world, and my heart certainly has a soft spot for them, having watched the powerful beasts in action as a youngster back in the early 1970’s. However, there was also a number of special conversion models available back in the day, including the SxS D9G, which was essentially two D9G’s joined together side by side, with a massive 24 foot dozer blade up front.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

A new urban development near Chengdu, China, will provide new housing for ~80,000 people, surrounded by green space. The vertical, high-density Great City project will be planned so a 10-minute walk takes residents from the city center to the outlying green spaces. Cars will not be allowed in the development; rather, nearby urban centers will be accessible via mass transit. read more.

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Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 15, 2013

The 2014 Ram 1500 pickup truck will have a 3-liter V-6 EcoDiesel that the company says will produce low emissions. The engine will be paired with an 8-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission. “Truck owners have been emphatically asking for it, and Ram will be the only manufacturer to offer a diesel powertrain in the half-ton segment with the 2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel,” said Fred Diaz, president/ CEO for Ram Truck.

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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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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

Design Engineers consider design of concrete structures to mean assessing: i) The size and strength of structural components and concrete strength.

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Digger Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2013

2013 is going to big a big year on the construction plant and machinery show circuit. We have already had the 53rd Doe Show in Maldon, Essex and the Executive Hire Show in Coventry, both of which took place last week, with early feedback reporting renewed confidence from both visitors and exhibitors alike, and a high level of optimism for the future, which was backed up by the number of deals being done at these events.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

ASHRAE has published “Performance Measurement Procedures for Commercial Buildings: Best Practices Guide,” a how-to guide for continuously evaluating and improving the performance of commercial buildings throughout their service life. The new guide includes tools and techniques for measuring, managing, and improving the performance of a facility as demonstrated by its energy and water use and indoor environmental quality. read more.

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Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Terex will sell some of its asphalt-paving products to the Fayat Group. Lines included in the divestiture are asphalt plants and pavers manufactured in Porto Allegre, Brazil, and assets for the asphalt paver, reclaimer stabilizer and material transfer product lines which are currently manufactured in Oklahoma City. The Brazilian products formerly carried the Cifali brand.

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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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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Pile foundations are one of the type of deep foundation. These foundations transfer load deeper to the hard strata much below the ground surface. But.

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Digger Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

The Doe Show is often described as the UK’s largest agricultural, construction and groundcare dealer show. As with many Doe Shows in this past, there was a good mixture of new machinery, working demonstrations and plenty of bargains to be had in the nearly new and used equipment sections. Visitors to the show were greeted at the entrance by a shiny new Hyundai 210LC-9 hydraulic excavator.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

Boxman Studios, the recognized leader in modified shipping containers, has launched a new division aimed at sustainable solutions for the Built Environment. The Boxman Studios Buildings Division will focus on the adaptive use of decommissioned shipping containers as architectural elements and even complete buildings. read more.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

Already home to world-class research labs at Georgia Tech and the Centers for Disease Control, Metro Atlanta lures another high-tech gem in Baxter’s $1.3-billion bio-pharma investment. By Business Facilities Editorial Staff. From the January/February 2013 issue. Gold. Project Title: Baxter International Bio-Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plant. Entered By: Georgia Department of Economic Development.

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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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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

Bamboo has been used as a construction material in certain areas for centuries, but its application as reinforcement in concrete had received little.

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Digger Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

In the early 1970’s, I had a couple of these Komatsu D155W amphibious dozers in model form, which were made by Shinsei mini power of Japan. They always reminded me of something you would expect to see coming out of a pod in an episode of Thunderbirds! But, in fact, these amazing remote controlled machines were real, and a number of them saw action on various river de-silting jobs in Japan and in the Philippines.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

General contractor Brasfield & Gorrie is scheduled to kick off construction on the new College Football Hall of Fame in downtown Atlanta. Image Gallery: read more.

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Green Industry Professionals

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

Consumers understand the benefits of shopping with local small businesses, but have concerns about paying higher prices and inconvenient store hours, and often have trouble finding small businesses online.

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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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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 15, 2013

Designed concrete are those for which the producer is responsible for selecting the mix proportions to meet the required performance as communicated.

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Digger Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2013

The JCB machine is one of six JCB 3C backhoe loaders recently purchased by civil engineering firm Construcciones y Asfalto Andes C.A. which specialises in road construction and asphalt work. They join a JS330 tracked excavator and a JCB 456ZX wheeled loading shovel in the fleet. One of the 3C models is working alongside the brand new JS330 on a major road repair project.

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Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

OSHA cited Ellison-Mills Contracting with three violations following the investigation of the August 2012 death of a worker. The proposed fines total $8,400. The employee was working in a trench installing an 8-inch water line at the Gila River Indian Community in Chandler, Ariz., when he was struck by a bucket shovel that was not properly secured to excavating equipment.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

OMA has won the design competition for the Essence Financial Building in Shenzhen. The project, led by OMA Partners David Gianotten and Rem Koolhaas, and designed as a new generation office tower for Shenzhen, was selected from entries by four competing international and Chinese architectural practices. Image Gallery: 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!

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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 9, 2013

Following table shows the properties components, properties and applications of common wall materials such as various types of bricks, partition.

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Digger Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

Founded in 1957 by David Short, Shorts Group has grown to become a diverse organisation and a leading player in plant hire, agricultural contracting, demolition and waste handling across southern England. Commenting on the new machines, managing director Gary Short said: “Promac provides a very helpful and efficient service which makes the choice of Doosan a very easy one.

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Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 15, 2013

Federal funds obligated by federal, state and local departments of transportation (DOTs) have increased 56 percent over the last fiscal year, according to analysis of federal data by the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA). The DOTs have obligated $7 billion so far during Fiscal Year (FY) 2013, which began Oct. 1, 2012, compared to $4.5 obligated during the same period last year.

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