Civiconcepts
DECEMBER 24, 2020
There two main materials in any construction that are steel and concrete. The quality and strength of construction depend on these two materials. By considering this we should choose the Best Steel for House Construction. Here, we will be discussing the one important material of building construction known as ‘Steel’, which plays a fundamental role… Read More » 10 Best Steel for House Construction.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Learn best practices for construction project management projections.
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CivilJungle
DECEMBER 24, 2020
Introduction of Slab Construction. The concrete slab is a horizontal surface of a residential building or commercial building, factories, flat, etc. The thickness of the steel-reinforced slab is near about 100-500mm. This types of slabs are used for ceiling and floor purpose. Less thin slabs are used to construct for exterior paving. Sometimes in a domestic or commercial building, a thick concrete slab is constructed directly to the subsoil.
Learn Civil Engineering
DECEMBER 20, 2020
Nowadays, there are many types of chains and tapes available in the local market. In this article, you are going to read many things about the types of chains and tapes in detail. Different Types of Surveying Chains Following are the different types of chain in common use: Metric chain Steel band or Band chain […].
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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 Business Owner
DECEMBER 20, 2020
CBO's 2020 Holiday Gift Guide. Elizabeth Manning. Sun, 12/20/2020 - 16:02. Are you scratching your head trying to find the perfect gift for your employee, coworker, friend, or family member who spends most of their time on the jobsite? Look no further—we've rounded up 10 gifts to make working on any project more enjoyable, whether it's at home over the holidays or building a multi-million dollar structure in the new year.
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Job Order Contracting
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Any organization with appropriate levels of leadership and commitment can build and manage a framework within which construction is planned, acquired, and executed in a manner that consistently drives best value outcomes. All the tools and service s required to create and support a collaborative, relationship-based environment are readily available.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Overall new leasing business was down 21 percent in November to $7.3 billion, after posting $9.3 billion in October. Business was down 7 percent compared to November 2019, and cumulative volume is off 6 percent to 2109.
BD+C
DECEMBER 23, 2020
The Old Chicago Main Post Office, designed by the famed Chicago firm Graham, Anderson, Probst & White, is a one-of-a-kind building in the historic context of Chicago. Originally completed in 1921, it underwent a monumental expansion in 1932 to meet the city's unprecedented postal needs. The meteoric rise of the mail-order industry, spearheaded by the Chicago-based Montgomery Ward and Sears catalogs, turned Chicago into the distribution center of the nation nearly overnight. .
The Constructor
DECEMBER 25, 2020
The Mackinac Bridge in Michigan is a bridge of ideal, assured aerodynamic safety secured without sacrificing either economy or graceful proportions.
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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.
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Millennials are looking for all of the excitement and amenities found in large urban centers, but at a much lower cost and with the better overall quality of life found in mid-sized cities. - Read: Quality of Life: Working Where You Want To Live at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Linden Comansa, a Washington State-based rental company, held a holiday lights contest for decorating tower cranes on numerous job sites across Seattle and its surrounding area. You can vote for your favorite crane on the Linden Comansa Facebook page.
Pro Builder
DECEMBER 22, 2020
The Flooring Experts Say Homeowners Want. cbroderick. Tue, 12/22/2020 - 09:58. Whether it’s a new build or a renovation, knowing what homeowners want from their hardwood floors is a must. Page Nazarian, founder of Fame Hardwood in Los Angeles, says homeowners are searching for a simple, clean appearance with little texture. With the increase of interest in creating spaces that foster comfort and tranquility, Realtor.com says bringing the peace of the outdoors inside will be a top demand from buy
The Constructor
DECEMBER 20, 2020
Foundations are susceptible to movements if the applied loads are not in proportion with the design, causing a downward motion known as settlement.
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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?
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 22, 2020
The third-party logistics provider will invest $72 million in new state-of-the-art distribution center in Stafford County, VA. - Read: DHL Supply Chain To Create 577 New Jobs In Virginia at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Epiroc has agreed to acquire MineRP, a software company specializing in increasing productivity for mines through integrated planning, execution, and analytics. MineRP has offices in South Africa, Canada, Australia, and Chile.
Pro Builder
DECEMBER 21, 2020
What Will Happen to 2020's Housing Market Trends Next Year? cbroderick. Mon, 12/21/2020 - 09:43. This year’s robust housing market flourished predominately due to low mortgage rates and buyers moving into less dense areas. According to Bankrate, those factors are poised to change in 2021. Mortgage rates will begin to inch back up, foreclosure rates will increase, plus VA loans will have more of an influence on the market, says Bankrate.
The Constructor
DECEMBER 24, 2020
Two principles have emerged time and again in the field of construction materials and structural engineering: the first is that the new and.
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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.
Learn Civil Engineering
DECEMBER 25, 2020
Today, in this blog post we are going to discuss the different types of beam and their classification based on end supports, the shape of the cross-section, type of material, geometry, equilibrium condition, and many others. Before diving towards the different types of beam, we must be familiar with the term beam. What does it mean? So, let’s […].
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Navistar announced a fourth quarter 2020 net loss of $236 million compared to fourth quarter 2019 net income of $102 million. Revenues in the quarter were $2.1 billion versus $2.8 billion a year ago.
Pro Builder
DECEMBER 22, 2020
2021 Housing Market Predictions Flipping the Script. cbroderick. Tue, 12/22/2020 - 09:25. This year already gained the title of “a year like no other,” but Zillow says 2021’s housing market will blow 2020 out of the water. As housing trends accelerated through this year, there were limitations from the pandemic holding the market back, such as sellers reluctant to list.
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Images courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger. by Annemarie R. DerAnanian, PE, and Mary K. Donlon, PE. Prefabricated wall panels are individually manufactured in an offsite fabrication shop, complete with exterior cladding and fenestration, anchor system, water/air/vapor barrier(s) and flashing, insulation , and the structural framing. They are then lifted and installed onsite.
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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!
Civiconcepts
DECEMBER 24, 2020
There two main materials in any construction that are steel and concrete. The quality and strength of construction depend on these two materials. By considering this we should choose the Best Steel for House Construction. Here, we will be discussing the one important material of building construction known as ‘Steel’, which plays a fundamental role… Read More » 10 Best Steel for House Construction.
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 22, 2020
When Jonathan Strack was 12 years old, he spent most of his summers in a ditch. “Even after school, I worked on a crew and in a shop,” he says. “I was always more independent-minded and wanted to prove my worth, and show I was responsible at a young age.
Pro Builder
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Solutions for Subcontractor Problems. cbroderick. Mon, 12/21/2020 - 13:04. Milwaukee remodeler Abby Binder, owner of Abby’s Windows & Exteriors, discusses the difficulty of holding onto subcontractors in the current labor-challenged environment in several markets across the country. Binder’s experience with common sub problems, such as workers being poached while on the job, makes her an expert.
Contractor Bookkeeping
DECEMBER 25, 2020
There is no better time to reflect and think seriously about your construction business. Excellent organization systems add considerable value to any business because they allow you to spend more time working on your business rather than on it. Year over year and regardless of the economy, one thing never changes; 20% of the contractors earn and keep 80% of the profits because they have a Business Process Management Strategy like our Contractors Success M.A.P. that tells them how, what, when, wh
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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!
Learn Civil Engineering
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Definition: Traverse is a series of connecting lines or paths. This process is called traversing. Let us assume an area and some points over there, connecting all points by traversing through these points for survey of that area is Traverse. Types of Traverse Surveying There are two types of traverse surveying. Open Traverse Closed Traverse Open Traverse […].
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Husqvarna Group’s construction division has signed an agreement to acquire Blastrac, a leading provider of surface preparation technologies for the global construction and remediation industry.
Pro Builder
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Does Propane Have an Edge on Household Energy Costs? mbeirne. Mon, 12/21/2020 - 06:00. Saving energy and reducing utility bills is a major focus for homeowners across the country, and the Department of Energy (DOE) recently published a report that shows just how energy efficient propane appliances are compared to other options. Homeowners and homebuyers will often look to their trusted home builder, remodeler, or construction professional for ways to increase their home’s energy efficiency to re
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