Safety Services Company
JUNE 11, 2021
In recent years, many companies have started to realize the importance of building a strong safety culture within their workplace. The term “safety culture” can be defined as a company’s values, attitudes and beliefs about safety. It takes into account the mindsets and behaviors that all employees have towards safety – including managers, workers, and other key stakeholders.
BD+C
JUNE 8, 2021
The pandemic shows us what cities without vibrant and engaging commercial streets look like – when some of our favorite spaces are shuttered and instead of spending a day popping into shops, we are met with stores displaying ‘For Lease’ signs.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
JUNE 9, 2021
With the help of Viewpoint’s HR Management software, construction HR departments can automate their onboarding, training and reporting processes.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 9, 2021
Exploring Psychological Safety. Alex Headley. Wed, 06/09/2021 - 09:33. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, workforce stress is at an all-time high. More than 70% of the workforce agrees that this has been the most stressful time of their entire career. Depression rates have more than doubled, and there’s been an increase in substance abuse, domestic violence cases and suicides.
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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 Marketing
JUNE 7, 2021
Loading docks are the main entry points for all the goods distributed in markets and stores. Practically every product that you can buy have, at one point, passed through some busy loading docks. There’s no doubt that docks or bays located in freight terminals and warehouses play a vital role in commerce. . With all the hustle and bustle happening in loading docks, it shouldn’t surprise you that they’re a hotbed for injuries and accidents; countless dangers could occur in a typical dock.
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Business Facilities
JUNE 10, 2021
Millennials will soon make up 75 percent of the U.S. workforce—and locations that offer the right balance of living, working and playing are the frontrunners to acquire their skills. - Read: Talent Attraction: Millennial Magnets at BusinessFacilities.com.
Construction Business Owner
JUNE 10, 2021
Bridging the Skills Gap. Alex Headley. Thu, 06/10/2021 - 09:30. This year is poised to be a year of growth, with the Federal Reserve recently increasing its forecast of the nation’s gross domestic product to 6.5%. With that, the construction industry will likely face challenges around hiring cycles, evolving protocols and a widening skills gap.
BD+C
JUNE 10, 2021
The website expertmarketresearch.com estimates that the value of the global cross-laminated timber market hit $779 million in 2020, and is expected to grow annually by 13% to $1.624 billion in 2026.
The Constructor
JUNE 6, 2021
Lean 5S is a simple and practical method to bring a quality culture to construction worksites. 5S is a five-step organization technique that.
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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
JUNE 9, 2021
Snack manufacturer Frito-Lay will invest $200 million in its Rosenberg site, bringing total investment at the location to more than $330 million. - Read: Frito-Lay To Create 160 Jobs With Texas Plant Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.
Pro Builder
JUNE 9, 2021
What's New in K+B Fixtures and Fittings. ibush. Wed, 06/09/2021 - 07:00. . Recent product releases for the kitchen and bath, including sinks, toilets, tubs, and audio. Online exclusive: Additional products are featured in this online version of an article that appeared in the May/June 2021 issue. . Duravit Design Aims for Broad Appeal. D-Neo (shown, above), designed by Belgian designer Bertrand Lejoly, revolutionizes Duravit ’s entry-level bath designs, the company says, bringing the brand’s q
BD+C
JUNE 11, 2021
The United States is leading the way in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green buildings, according to new research by Uswitch.com, the comparison and switching service. .
The Constructor
JUNE 5, 2021
A group of researchers from Montana State University (MSU) has published a study on the biomineralization of plastic waste to improve the strength of.
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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?
Civiconcepts
JUNE 10, 2021
Bridge Abutment Means Bridge Abutment is an element of a bridge, that gives vertical support to the bridge superstructure at the bridge ends, adjoins the bridge with the approach roadway, … Bridge Abutment |10 Bridge Abutment Types | Abutment Bridge Read More ».
Pro Builder
JUNE 11, 2021
A Fresh Take on Model Homes. cbroderick. Fri, 06/11/2021 - 10:00. The first Houzz Inspired Home presents a game-changing aspect for a more personal and engaging homebuying experience. Mollie Elkman. Innovation in any industry is driven by its customers’ needs and desires. What are customers asking for that doesn’t currently exist? What features or technologies would make their experience better, easier, more meaningful, or more memorable?
BD+C
JUNE 10, 2021
Safdie Architects has shared its design for ORCA Toronto, a proposed mixed-use development in Downtown Toronto that weaves together the surrounding neighborhoods with a new 10.5-acre park. By decking over the 100-meter-wide, 800-meter-long rail corridor leading to Union Station, the project looks to reclaim a 16.5-acre site just west of CN Tower. Of the 16.5 acres, 10.5 acres are available for an urban park with six acres that feature residential, office, hotel, retail, and transit facilities.
The Constructor
JUNE 7, 2021
Asbestos cement pressure pipe is used for the transmission of water under pressure. It contains asbestos fiber instead of reinforcing steel, making.
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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.
Civiconcepts
JUNE 8, 2021
What Is Space Frame? A Space Frame Structure can be defined as a stiff, lightweight, truss-like structure. It is constructed with interlocking struts in a geometric pattern. Space frames can … Space Frame | Space Frame Structures | Space Frame Architecture | Types of Space Frame Structure |Space Frame System Read More ».
Pro Builder
JUNE 11, 2021
It's Now Cheaper to Rent Than Buy in Every State. cbroderick. Fri, 06/11/2021 - 09:41. To rent or to buy? That’s the question many prospective buyers and renters face, and the answer usually comes down to finances. The answer today is simple: renting is cheaper than buying in nearly every state. With short housing supply and increasing home prices, renters have found relief in lowered rents in urban areas, sweetening the decision even further, says the New York Times.
BD+C
JUNE 10, 2021
Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital, a 35,000-sf hospital located in Cave Creek, Ariz., has completed construction. The new hospital features a 13-bed emergency department; an operating room and a three-bed pre-op/post-anesthesia care unit; eight inpatient rooms for overnight stays; an imaging suite for x-ray, ultrasound, and CT scans; and a laboratory. The emergency room will be open year-round, 24/7.
The Constructor
JUNE 5, 2021
An advanced wastewater treatment is an intermediate step in sewage treatment, undertaken between the primary and final treatment using advanced.
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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!
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JUNE 9, 2021
Construction employment declined for the third time in the past four months in May as nonresidential contractors coped with lengthening and unpredictable delivery times that limited their ability to start or complete projects, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data. Association officials added that many contractors report they are having a hard time finding qualified workers to hire as some people remain reluctant to return to work while thei
Pro Builder
JUNE 10, 2021
Sheet-Applied Shower Membranes Done Right. cbroderick. Thu, 06/10/2021 - 10:00. Showers are hit with more ‘rain’ than any other part of the home, inside or out. Here’s how to waterproof showers correctly against costly leaks. Graham Davis. When it comes to water management details in home construction, no other assembly faces as much annual “rainfall” as the shower.
BD+C
JUNE 10, 2021
The City of Chicago, Chicago Department of Transportation, and Chicago Transit Authority have recently revealed preliminary designs for the State/Lake elevated station and Red Line Connection in downtown Chicago. The station is the second busiest in the CTA network. The proposed $180 million design includes wider, safer platforms, a sweeping glass canopy to protect passengers from the elements, a new accessible fly-over connection bridge, new elevators for riders of all mobilities, and a public
The Constructor
JUNE 11, 2021
In Mississippi, a general contractor license is provided by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC). The license is issued for residential.
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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!
Contractor Bookkeeping
JUNE 11, 2021
Online reviews are an essential marketing tool for many small businesses, especially for service-based businesses like yours. They give potential customers and clients a chance to see how effective your goods or services are, how responsive you are to your clients, and what other people's experiences of your business have been. As a result, the vast majority of people check online reviews before making a purchasing decision.
Pro Builder
JUNE 9, 2021
What Labor Shortage? Not All Home Builders Affected Equally. mbeirne. Wed, 06/09/2021 - 06:00. Why is it some builders aren’t feeling the labor crunch? Truth is, the trade shortage is a great opportunity for builders to establish a true competitive advantage. Scott Sedam, Contributing Editor. The home building industry has been charging along at a pace beyond what we could have imagined or even hoped for following the outbreak of COVID-19 more than a year ago.
BD+C
JUNE 9, 2021
ASHRAE recently released an updated edition of ANSI/ASHRAE/ASHE Standard 170, Ventilation of Health Care Facilities. The 2021 edition delivers critical guidance for designers and operators and incorporates 17 addenda to the 2017 edition of the standard. Changes include: · Expanded requirements to allow airborne infectious isolation room exhaust discharge to general exhaust under certain conditions.
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