The Constructor

APRIL 26, 2014

'Effect of Age on Concrete Strength The compressive strength of concrete is affected with its age. The concrete member capacity is usually a function.

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Concrete 235

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 30, 2014

'For many financial firms targeting the construction industry as their niche market, specific experience provides extensive knowledge of the industry and the intricacies of construction accounting. Those who ?practice in construction for any length of time will undoubtedly hear the oft-repeated valuation theory for a contractor, which sounds something like this: “A contractor is worth no more than its net book value (NBV).

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Constructonomics

MAY 2, 2014

'The past six months for me and my company have been the most difficult to date. And this is including the first two or three years where we basically made just enough money to survive (that actually wan’t that bad surprisingly and actually kind of fun). But this time around, we were expecting to get paid at the end of a job when, basically, the rug was ripped out from under us.

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Carol Hagen

MAY 2, 2014

'The latest release of iPad Revu brings a much requested feature with the new Signature Tool in version 2.6. Project managers and superintendents on the project site are doing a happy dance as they can add their signature to the tool chest and place an electronic signature on their PDFs. Here’s the full set of instructions on how to use the Signature Tool in Revu iPad directly from out of the handbook: Note that Revu iPad version 2.6 was released on April 29, 2014.

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BD+C

MAY 2, 2014

'A 14-story luxury apartment block in central Bergen, Norway, will be the world''s tallest timber-framed multifamily project, at 49 meters (160 feet). The current record-holder, Melbourne''s Forté building, is 32 meters tall. Body Image: read more.

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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 27, 2014

'Radiant heating practitioners and advocates have long said that radiant heating is more efficient than forced air. The claim was based on common sense: If you heat up water to a maximum of 120°F with a condensing boiler in order to heat a radiant surface to a maximum of 85°F, coupled with the fact that hydronic heating is easily zoned, it only goes to reason that radiant is more efficient.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 30, 2014

'Las Vegas welcomed 3.7 million visitors in March 2014, more than any other month in the city’s history, according to the Associated Press. Convention attendance was up 21 percent, partially due to CONEXPO-CON/AGG, which had almost 130,000 attendees, the report says. Read more.

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BD+C

MAY 1, 2014

'The AIA''s Technology in Architectural Practice (TAP) Knowledge Community recently announced the winners of the 2014 AIA TAP BIM Awards. Launched in 2005, the program honors projects that best harness building information modeling and virtual design and construction tools and processes, and related innovations. Body Image: read more.

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Help Everybody Everyday

APRIL 27, 2014

'Did you ever wonder if your website is actually doing anything for your firm? Well, I’ve got some bad news for you. I can almost guarantee there is a problem with your website that is crippling its ability to bring your firm new business. Let me give you a scenario. The Tale of Two Websites. Let’s say your small firm’s website gets 1,000 visitors per month.

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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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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 26, 2014

'In honor of Earth Day, Apple announced that it is offering free recycling for all of it products and that it intends to run all of its stores, offices and data centers with renewable energy. It will give out gift cards if consumers bring back products in good enough shape to be refurbished and resold. Content Classification: Curated. read more.

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Green Industry Professionals

APRIL 29, 2014

'Brickman reportedly in talks to acquire ValleyCrest; would by far create industry''s largest landscaping company with annual sales in the $2 billion ballpark.

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BD+C

APRIL 29, 2014

'The Canada Council for the Arts and RAIC | Architecture Canada announced the recipients of the Governor General’s Medals in Architecture. The awards celebrate outstanding design in recently completed projects by Canadian architects. The winning buildings reflect excellence in sustainable design, innovation, and compatibility with the landscape. Body Image: read more.

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PSMJ Resources

APRIL 28, 2014

'by David Whitemyer, AIA Have you looked at your firm’s organization chart lately? Or do you not even have one? Org charts are useful in firms of all size, from just a few people to thousands of employees. Here are four ways to clean up your organization chart and to make it serve a purpose. 1. Make it Black and White Does your firm’s organization chart include any dashed lines or gray boxes?

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Contractor Magazine

MAY 1, 2014

'A recently published survey by the Pacific Institute and VOX Global finds that 60% of U.S. companies believe water related issues would negatively impact their businesses in the next five years. read more.

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Construction Law Monitor

APRIL 29, 2014

'The project is either over or it is winding down, money and tensions are getting tight. Contractors know this scenario very well. The problem arises when a lawsuit is delivered because of the dispute. Many contractors do not know what to do once they receive a lawsuit. This post will outline the possibilities of what happens after the lawsuit is received.

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BD+C

MAY 1, 2014

'PCL Construction is pleased to announce that it has completed the University Student Union (USU) at California State University San Marcos (CSUSM). The grand opening was marked by a ribbon-cutting event on April 15, attended by hundreds of students, community members, alumni, faculty, and staff. The new USU is the campus center for socialization, casual interaction, programmed activities, and student organizations.

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Digger Blog

MAY 1, 2014

'Bernard established his company back in 1963, securing a contract loading lorries with grit in the hard winter of that year, and buying a new tractor with the proceeds. His company continues to serve the local Essex highways authorities to this day. These days BG Appleton Contracts Ltd, based near Maldon, also screens soils, has a concrete crushing division and has developed an interest in green waste recycling.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 29, 2014

'Eighty-one years after the brand was established, the 20 millionth Perkins engine, a 1206 two-stage turbo Tier 4 diesel, rolled off the production line at the company’s facility in Peterborough, U.K. The engine will go on display at the Peterborough facility. At least 4.5 million of the 20 million engines built are still in service, the company says. .

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Green Industry Professionals

APRIL 28, 2014

'Toro says its updated line of EFI propane mowers can reduce fuel costs by up to 25% and require less maintenance when compared to similarly sized carburetor engines.

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BD+C

MAY 2, 2014

'A major project unifying the historic theaters of Cleveland''s PlayhouseSquare officially opens tonight with the lighting of a 20-foot chandelier, billed as the world''s largest outdoor fixture of its kind. Body Image: read more.

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Contractor Magazine

APRIL 26, 2014

'BY ROBERT P. MADER. CRYSTAL CITY, VA. — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency plans to issue a draft WaterSense standard for flushometer valves and commercial water closets some time this summer, said WaterSense Lead Engineer Stephanie Tanner and EPA contractor Robert Pickering, environmental engineer, Eastern Research Group Inc. Tanner and Pickering provided a WaterSense program update at the International Emerging Technology Symposium here in late April. 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!

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Construction Equipment

MAY 2, 2014

'Volvo Construction Equipment launched Volvo CE Insider, a mobile app available in North America that provides company news, product information and special offers. The app allows users to access the lastest information, resources and customer support from the company without an Internet connection or cellular reception.

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Construction Dive

APRIL 30, 2014

'By Bruce Jervis The public competitive bidding process is formal and structured. The underlying policy is to treat all bidders fairly and equally, as well as to protect taxpayer dollars through open competition. The mere appearance of favoritism or impropriety is offensive to the public procurement system. A formal process with a stipulated bid form and price breakdown avoids problems.

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BD+C

MAY 1, 2014

'Supertall buildings call for creative vertical transportation strategies. Hitachi Ltd. and its Hitachi Elevator Co. Ltd. division have annouced that they will build and install 95 elevators—including two that the manufacturer labels as the "world''s fastest"—for the Kohn Pedersen Fox -designed Guangzhou CTF Finance Center, which will be 530 meters (1,738 feet) tall. read more.

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Contractor Magazine

MAY 1, 2014

'By Weldon Long. In 2004, I started an HVAC contracting company using the leadership, organization, communication and time management principles I learned from “The 7 Habits.” Within five years my company grew from $0 to $20,000,000, and in 2009, was selected by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing privately held companies in America. Content Classification: Influencer. read more.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 28, 2014

'CNH Industrial N.V. has entered into a new licensing agreement with Sumitomo (S.H.I.) Construction Machinery Co. Ltd. CNH Industrial will manufacture Sumitomo-designed crawler excavators (models ranging from 13 to 25 tons) at designated plants within its manufacturing network. Production is scheduled to begin mid-2016. This agreement also extends the existing Global Product Supply (OEM) agreement between CNH Industrial and Sumitomo (S.H.I.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 30, 2014

'Because no proximity alarm or insulating link/device has been developed that meets a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) standard for cranes or derricks working near power lines – a requirement of the current standard – OSHA is making a temporary enforcement policy that has been in effect from July 26, 2012 to November 8, 2013, permanent until it changes the rule to address the unavailability of the required equipment.

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BD+C

MAY 1, 2014

'On April 30, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and its private-sector partners honored 20 federal buildings that represent the agency’s best recent efforts in design and architecture at the GSA Design Awards ceremony, held at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington, DC. Body Image: read more.

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