Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 7, 2013
Last week when I was preparing for a couple of weeks on the road I wrote about why I value the trade show experience. Now I’m right in the middle of that experience and loving it, despite a hoarse voice and sore feet. This week’s blog is coming to you from Las Vegas, where my company is exhibiting at the World of Concrete , one of my favorite shows.
Construction Marketing
FEBRUARY 5, 2013
Advertising for construction is now the hot topic of the industry! Therefore, the Construction Marketing Association will hold a webcast entitled Advertising Best Practices for Construction and conduct a national survey regarding advertising products and services in construction. The webcast will be held Thursday, April 18, 2013 at 1pm CST. This great opportunity is free to both CMA members and non-members.
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The Constructor
FEBRUARY 6, 2013
Poor construction methods and workmanship is responsible for the failure of buildings and structure. The poor construction methods and workmanship is.
Constructonomics
FEBRUARY 5, 2013
Health and safety is of the utmost importance, whether it’s in the workplace, a school or at home. Sometimes health and safety means something as simple as cleaning up after yourself so as to prevent others from slipping on a spill or tripping over an carelessly abandoned object. However health and safety also extended to making sure that floors are treated in the right way to prevent every day slips, trips and falls, especially in environments with hard floors and high foot traffic such as hosp
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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.
FDR Safety
FEBRUARY 8, 2013
OSHA citations come and go, but the agency’s news releases never die – even when they announce alleged violations at companies who are eventually found not to be in violation of OSHA regulations. The barrage of news releases the agency issues each month announcing enforcement actions are part of a strategy of deterrence that OSHA Assistant Secretary of Labor David Michaels is happy to describe.
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The Constructor
FEBRUARY 7, 2013
The role of the fiber reinforcement in concrete is not to increase strength, although modest strength increases may occur. Rather, the role of.
Constructonomics
FEBRUARY 4, 2013
Noelle Hirsch is a regular contributing researcher and writer for the online construction management site, [link]. In today’s post, she delves into the timely topic of integrating efficient construction management and LEED certifications into building practices to lower operating costs and reduce energy use. Despite the potential savings and reduced environmental footprint that Noelle lists, many businesses and homeowners are hesitant to move toward sustainability due to the initial costs, as po
FDR Safety
FEBRUARY 7, 2013
It is no secret that drug and alcohol abuse are among the biggest causes of workplace accidents. Drug testing in turn can be one of the best ways to combat this problem. In fact, among companies that initiated drug testing, there was a 50 percent reduction in the number of organizations reporting high workers’ compensation incidence rates, according to a 2011 survey by the Society for Human Resource Management.
Cassell Construction Estimating
FEBRUARY 8, 2013
'The Digital Dryshack has been quiet lately, our efforts distracted by a heavy workload. Too busy with urgent business to do what’s important. Sound familiar? The bane of the small business, (and some larger ones as well), catches us all from time to time. Lots of ideas. Some topics in front of me at the moment, of the many I’ve scratched out lately, follow: -> hardware ahead: ->thin client, tablets, & RDP (and the accompanying demise of the PC & laptop). -> new C
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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.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 4, 2013
Various tests on Hardened Concrete is done to ensure the design strength of concrete and quality of concrete construction is achieved. Normal tests.
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 6, 2013
There appears to be a growing trend on the plant and machinery social media pages, of simply posting a photo with nothing more than a brief line of text. Personally, I prefer to bring a bit of background information to any photos I publish, but in this instance, I feel this is another one of those shots that does all the talking for itself. This shot was initially posted on The Hard Hat Networks Twitter account and shows a Caterpillar E Series excavator being lowered into a deep ravine to commen
BD+C
FEBRUARY 5, 2013
From 100-foot roof spans to novel reclaimed wood installations, the winners of the 2013 National Wood Design Awards push the envelope in wood design. WoodWorks, an initiative of the Wood Products Council, presented the awards at the San Francisco Bay Area Wood Solutions Fair in late January. Winners were recognized across eight categories: commercial wood design; wood design engineering; green building with wood; institutional wood design; interior beauty of wood; multi-story wood design; wood s
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 4, 2013
The construction sector added 28,000 employees in January, a 1.8 percent increase from a year ago, according to analysis from federal data by AGC. Construction spending also increased for the ninth month in a row, making both totals the highest levels in more than three years. The construction sector added 28,000 employees in January, a 1.8 percent increase from a year ago, according to analysis from federal data by AGC.
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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 8, 2013
The following general requirements of machine foundations shall be satisfied and results checked prior to detailing the foundations. 1. The.
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 4, 2013
The two machines departed on the first leg of their journey from London to South Africa on 6th December 2012 on board the SA Agulhas, arriving nearly two weeks later. Then, following a short stint at a Cape Town port, they spent a further ten days in the cargo hold of the former polar research vessel, sailing down to Crown Bay, where the two units are now fully functional on the Antarctic ice.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 8, 2013
Bostonians voted the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum's new wing the People's Choice Award winner for 2012 , honoring the project as the city's "most beautiful new building" for the calendar year. The new wing, designed by Renzo Piano and Stantec, beat out three other projects on the short list: Fumihiko Maki's MIT Media Lab; the restoration of Alumnae Valley at Wellesley, led by Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates; and Temple Beth Elohim by William Rawn Architects.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 8, 2013
Retail sales of construction equipment are expected to increase by at least 3 percent in 2013, according to a survey conducted by GE Capital, Equipment Finance. Seventy-five percent of respondents indicated they expect such an increase. Of this group, 24 percent expect sales to increase 6 to 8 percent. More than three-quarters of respondents believe the first half of 2013 is the best time to increase inventory of construction equipment.
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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.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 6, 2013
Chemical attacks on concrete structures causes deterioration of structure and its durability is affected. The life of structure reduces and it can.
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 5, 2013
The first major UK show of the year looks set to be a busy one, as well over 2000 people have registered to visit the 7th annual hire show. This year is the biggest yet with 142 stands, 136 individual exhibitors and 36 new exhibitors. The Top Tier, which was launched last year, has 36 exhibitors and is home to many brand new products. The Digger Blog can’t make it this year, but here is a brief round up of some of the digger related products on show.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 6, 2013
A 60-year old wish for the community of Arcadia has finally come true with the opening of Arcadia Unified School District’s new $20 million Performing Arts Center. It was the District’s intent to build an auditorium in 1952 when the high school was originally constructed, but there was no funding. Due to the passage of Bond Measure I in 2006, the District finally had a chance to fulfill this community’s enduring dream.
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
FEBRUARY 4, 2013
New natural gas production from Southern Illinois shale has the potential to create more than 45,000 jobs in Illinois and $9 billion in economic investment, according to a study released by the Illinois Chamber Foundation. The study, The Potential Economic Impact of New Albany Gas on the Illinois Economy , was conducted by Dr. David Loomis, president of Loomis Consulting and professor of economics at Illinois State University.
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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!
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 7, 2013
Shrinkage-reducing concrete admixture promote expansion of the concrete at about the same volume that normal drying shrinkage is contracting it. The.
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 3, 2013
CBL operates out of 7 depots across Southern England, spearheaded from its headquarters located in Southampton and employing approximately 130 staff. Since taking on the Takeuchi dealership in 2005, the company has never looked back. The popular red and grey machines are well liked by owners and end users across the country and have proven to be a great addition to CBL’s portfolio of products.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 8, 2013
John Deere will donate $1 million over five years to The First Tee, a non-profit organization that provides life skills and character education programs using golf as a platform. James M. Field, president of John Deere’s Worldwide Agriculture and Turk Division, and Joe Louis Barrow, Jr., CEO of The First Tee, made the announcement at the Fold Industry Show on Thursday Feb. 7.
Revit OpEd
FEBRUARY 3, 2013
Software developers have a lot of tools to manage how we interact with their handiwork. Radio Buttons are one such tool or concept. They are NOT named because of their shape or appearance. The name is derived from the way radio station selection worked on car radios, more consistent with older car radios perhaps than current technology (image found at Web Developer AtlanticBT ).
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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 4, 2013
Reinforced Concrete Strength Beams The basic assumptions in flexural design of RCC Beams and slabs are as per ACI: 1. Sections perpendicular to the.
Digger Blog
FEBRUARY 7, 2013
The new Takeuchi mini excavators have all been supplied by CBL complete with new Ifor Williams plant trailers as part of the package. E A Grey are currently working on utilities and civil engineering projects throughout Cornwall, Devon and the Scilly Islands. The company have been hiring various makes of mini excavators over recent years, but have now chosen to standardise on the Takeuchi TB016, which continues to be a popular choice with the company’s operators, as well as considering rel
Help Everybody Everyday
FEBRUARY 3, 2013
This is one of my favorite phases. I use it when somebody says, “that would never work.” If you don’t have documented proof that “this action will cause this result,” it’s just an assumption. Will streaking the Rose Bowl with your firm’s name painted on your butt drive your sales up 20%? I don’t know and you don’t know.
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