Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
Most commercial building owners want their buildings to have “curb appeal.” Some compete for tenants, others compete for customers and all want to satisfy and attract employees. At some point, whether during construction or renovation, building owners rely on their architects and contractors to select materials that will help them achieve their goals and maximize ROI.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 28, 2012
No-fines concrete is a concrete from which the fine aggregate fraction has been omitted. This concrete is made up of only coarse aggregate, cement.
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Construction Marketing
NOVEMBER 28, 2012
Inbound marketing is a hot topic! Therefore, the Construction Marketing Association will hold a webcast entitled Inbound Marketing Strategies for Construction and conduct a national survey regarding inbound marketing in construction. The webcast will be held Thursday, January 24, 2013 at 1pm CST. Neil M. Brown, CMA Chairman, will share inbound marketing processes and techniques with an emphasis on lead generation.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 28, 2012
I’m fortunate to have made the acquaintance of Dr. Mike Vorster a few years back. Mike is the David H. Burrows Professor Emeritus of Construction Engineering at Virginia Tech and is author of Construction Equipment Economics , a handbook on the management of construction equipment fleets. His ideas and methods regarding the management of heavy equipment are, in my opinion, the gospel for the industry.
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Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
CBO highlights 10 apps that will enhance productivity and communication in the field and on the go.
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Digger Blog
NOVEMBER 27, 2012
Officially announced on the 17 th September 2012, the expedition will see a human first, as legendary explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes and his team cross the Antarctic in the middle of winter at temperatures reaching as low as -70 degrees. The team will be relying on two Caterpillar’s supplied D6N track type tractors, that have been substantially re-engineered by Finning UK, to pull accommodation and science cabooses across some of the coldest and harshest terrain in the world.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 28, 2012
I’m fortunate to have made the acquaintance of Dr. Mike Vorster a few years back. Mike is the David H. Burrows Professor Emeritus of Construction Engineering at Virginia Tech and is author of Construction Equipment Economics , a handbook on the management of construction equipment fleets. His ideas and methods regarding the management of heavy equipment are, in my opinion, the gospel for the industry.
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
Without new obstacles to attack, new ideas to implement or new opportunities to pursue, business becomes stale and boring. Doing the same thing for five, ten or twenty years gets old and creates rust. Using the same systems with the same strategies and the same people doing business the same way does not keep you sharp or make you grow.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
Mix design methods applying to normal weight concrete are generally difficult to use with light weight aggregate concrete. The lack of accurate value.
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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.
Digger Blog
NOVEMBER 26, 2012
This latest assortment of machines has initially been delivered to Banks Mining’s Shotton Surface Mine near Cramlington, the largest approved surface coal mine currently operating in the UK, and is part of an up-grade to Banks’ existing fleet. They join two existing A40E models delivered to the site back in 2009 equipped with coal handling bodies.
BD+C
NOVEMBER 28, 2012
The design vision for Gran Patio Santa Fe–Mexico City’s first-ever high-rise building to blend retail, lifestyle, and commercial office space–was showcased at the annual International Council of Shopping Centers Center Build Conference November 28-30 in Phoenix. read more.
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
Eight years ago, when Cahaba Media launched Construction Business Owner, the construction landscape looked very different. Though the market has changed, the mission of the magazine—to provide the kind of business management knowledge that is of real value to owners—has not. That’s why we are here to mark the 100th issue with this December’s publication.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 26, 2012
Reinforced Concrete Water tank design is based on IS 3370: 2009 (Parts I – IV). The design depends on the location of tanks, i.e. overhead, on ground.
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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?
Digger Blog
NOVEMBER 25, 2012
The New Holland E140C SR was first previewed to the public in Paris at the Intermat show in April this year, as a direct replacement for the outgoing E135B SR model. The 13 ton class, short radius excavator, complies with Tier 4 interim emissions regulations, and fitted with New Holland Kobelco’s unique iNDr system, is claimed to be the quietest in the industry.
Stok
NOVEMBER 30, 2012
“As our forefathers always knew, the moustache is the mark of a man. Today, it is a man’s ribbon, a symbol to spark conversation and help change the face of men’s health.” Each and every year in November, men of the world donate their faces – and for some, their dignity – to the philanthropic [.].
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
Adopt a digital drawing solution to communicate change orders in real time and minimize associated costs.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 30, 2012
A rainwater harvesting system consists of components for transporting rainwater through pipes or drains, filtration, and tanks for storage of.
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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.
Digger Blog
NOVEMBER 28, 2012
The A6 “Autobahn” near Kaiserslautern is one of the most heavily used roads in the region. The large amount of traffic during rush hour was the main reason why it became necessary to expand the road from four to six lanes. This made the previous footbridge, which passed over the freeway and led to the nearby Caesar Park recreation area, too short – so it had to be replaced.
Construction Equipment
NOVEMBER 26, 2012
CNH and Fiat Industrial have announced an agreement for their merger into a new company, reports the Wall Street Journal. The deal is based on the offer Fiat made last week to include a $10 cash dividend per share for CNH shareholders. The merger would create a new company which would be listed on the stock exchanges of both New York and Europe. Source: Wall Street Journal.
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
How one construction company’s holistic approach to safety enriched their program.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 27, 2012
Joints in liquid retaining concrete structures are important part of its design as joints are required as per size and position of.
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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!
Contractor Magazine
NOVEMBER 28, 2012
Energy 1 oversees design, installation of mountain home’s mechanical systems. BIG SKY, MONT. — For Marc Montanus and his wife, geothermal was ideal when deciding what type of HVAC system would be most efficient for their new, radiant heated mountain home in Big Sky, Mont. The couple elected to design and install a geothermal system for two simple reasons: efficiency and cost. read more.
Construction Equipment
NOVEMBER 30, 2012
The U.S. transportation construction infrastructure market is expected to show modest growth in 2013, increasing three percent from $126.5 billion to $130.3 billion, according to the American Road and Transportation Builders Association’s (ARTBA) annual forecast. Growth is expected in highway and street pavements, private work for driveways and parking lots, airport terminal and runway work, railroads, and port and waterway construction.
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
Despite green and sustainable buildings representing only a small percentage of the markets across the United States, the market for such buildings has been growing substantially over the last 15 years. Throughout the 10-year history of our Texas-based contracting firm, Burt-Watts, we have advised numerous clients on green benefits and initiatives. When we decided to build our new headquarters, we knew we had to practice what we had preached and construct a sustainable, green office building.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 28, 2012
Workability, slump and compacting factor of concretes with 20mm or 40mm maximum size of aggregate. Original Post at WORKABILITY, SLUMP.
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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!
Green Industry Professionals
NOVEMBER 27, 2012
Baldi Gardens of Arlington, TX, and Belknap Landscape Company of Gilford, NH, have joined the LandOpt Contractor Network in hopes of utilizing LandOpt systems and work processes to improve internal operations and customer service.
Construction Equipment
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
China has long been an important market for Caterpillar, which first began operating in the country in the early 1970s following talks between China and the US. November 29, 2012.
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 29, 2012
Civil infrastructure is everywhere, and it represents our most prevalent footprint on the earth. Considering the 3.9 million miles of public roads, 1.4 million miles of water and wastewater pipes, 157,000 miles of high-voltage transmission lines, 120,000 miles of railroads, 25,000 miles of navigable waterways, 90,000 bridges, 5,000 public use airports and the all-important seaports through which we connect commercially with the rest of the world, infrastructure is as important as it is pervasive
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