Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
When a general contractor heads out to pick up a new 18-volt impact driver for the jobsite, what exactly is that construction pro purchasing? The answer might be a surprise, because it’s not actually a power tool—it’s a battery system. Unless a professional user is already dedicated to a battery platform, the purchase of those first couple tools may dictate the power choice down the line.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
There are various techniques which are used to enhance both ultimate load capacity and serviceability of reinforced concrete structures.
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Lets Build
FEBRUARY 20, 2018
Human beings have a problem with the following concept: out of sight, out of mind. It can be applied to a number of things, but we’re looking at it in the form of waste. When we throw something in the garbage and trudge the can to the end of the.
Construction Marketing
FEBRUARY 23, 2018
Construction materials containing asbestos were in used in Britain until 1999 when asbestos was prohibited. As a result, many buildings today still contain asbestos material which does not present a danger unless the material that contains it gets damaged. Poor maintenance could also potentially cause asbestos fibers to contaminate the air, which, in turn, may present a serious health hazard.
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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
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
As spring approaches, many contractors are undoubtedly looking either to get first-time licenses or renew current licenses to prepare for the rush of summer projects.
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Lets Build
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
Construction projects can be very perplexed as they require perfect coordination and collaboration between numerous people. Accurate resource and material allocation is also a significant aspect of a project’s success. For that reason, frequent and detailed site visits can play a fundamental role in the effort to increase team efficiency.
FDR Safety
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
A decision by the Occupational Safety Health and Review Commission offers importance guidance to all industries, particularly stamping, about when OSHA’s lockout/tagout regulations should be applied and when not. The 2016 ruling involved an automotive supplier, Matsu Ohio, that did not deploy lockout/tagout around its 10 partial revolution mechanical power presses.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Heavy construction requires heavy equipment, and how a contractor maintains and manages his or her fleet has a big impact on the ability to meet project deadlines and budget targets. Mark Hooks, a sales engineer at B2W Software, says technology presents the opportunity to take a more holistic approach that can cut maintenance costs, increase uptime and drive collaboration across maintenance, scheduling/dispatching and field management workflows.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 23, 2018
There are several precautions that need to be considered while inspection and construction of bored pile foundation is preceded. These precautions.
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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.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
If the industry closed that gap and increased productivity levels to match the rest of the economy, the construction sector’s value.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 23, 2018
OpenJOC TM LEAN JOB ORDER CONTRACTING SOLUTIONS. . The OpenJOC approach drives maximum productivity by leveraging proven LEAN construction delivery processes. Process – Assure full compliance with fundamental core LEAN JOC methods and workflows, as well as State, Local, and EDGAR compliance. Fully transparent and verifiable. Information – A shared common data environment, CDE, using LOCALLY RESEARCHED detailed line item construction cost data assures a mutual understanding of all projec
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Relationships within a construction project are numerous and complex. Owners, subcontractors, general contractors, architects/engineers and other partners create a plethora of information that must be communicated accurately in order to produce a world-class project. And just like building the project itself, to effectively collaborate you need the right tool.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 18, 2018
There are various properties of mass rocks that need to be investigated before it is utilized in the foundation construction. This is because not.
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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?
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Hot Weather Concreting Practices for Contractors. Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 02/19/2018 - 10:29. GCP Applied Technologies. February 19, 2018. Most concrete contractors are well aware of the difficulty of handling, placing, finishing and curing concrete during the hot summer months. While producers work hard to keep concrete temperatures down and use set retarding admixtures to minimize slump loss, there are still many things that can go wrong at the job site.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
LEAN Job Order Contracting adheres to the fundamental principles of collaboration, transparency, and best value. All JOC Progams are not the sample and careful evaluation by both real property owners and builders is required to assure long term, mutually beneficial relationships are the consistent result. ?If you’d like a full presentation on what LEAN Job Order Contracting can provide to your organization, give is a call.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Christopher M. Mason. Attorney. Jennings, Strouss & Salmon, P.L.C.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
There are number of factors that control a thickness of strip foundation such as losing condition, types of soil, and depth of foundation. The.
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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.
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 02/19/2018 - 11:31. GCP Applied Technologies. February 26, 2018. Why prepare the concrete slab? There are many factors that go into a successful flooring installation project, from selecting an appropriate floor material to a proper installation procedure. But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
Here’s an example of how NOT to write an RFP for JOC Program Consulting Services… can anyone tell me what the issues are? Job_Order_Contracting_Consulting_Services. [contact-form]. The post How NOT to write a JOC Consulting Services RFP appeared first on 4BT.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
This year started on a strong note for architecture firms, as the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) saw its highest January score since 2007. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the January 2018 ABI score was 54.7 , up from a score of 52.8 in the previous month. This score reflects an increase in design services provided by U.S. architecture firms (any score above 50 indicates an increase in billings). .
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
According to Eurocode 7, engineering report of foundation investigation need to be prepared and submitted to the client or owner as part of design.
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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!
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Hot Weather Concreting Practices for Concrete Producers. Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 02/19/2018 - 10:08. GCP Applied Technologies. February 19, 2018. Concrete producers are well aware of the difficulty of delivering, handling, placing, finishing and curing concrete, especially during the hot summer months. While producers work hard to keep concrete temperatures down and use admixtures to minimize slump loss, there are still many things that can go wrong if precautions are not taken during hot weather.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 20, 2018
A Job Order Contract Execution Guide is a required element for any successful, best management practice JOC Program. The following template is provide for sample purposes only and should not be used a legally bidding document without through review and modification by appropriate Owner legal counsel. JOB ORDER CONTRACT (JOC) EXECUTION GUIDE. PURPOSE.
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 21, 2018
These types of projects are springing up all over the country. In Shreveport, however, the city council last year rejected a similar plan because it would have had to borrow $30 million to help build the sports venue.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
Human induced vibration may create serious serviceability problems in reinforced concrete structures. There are several modern strategic projects.
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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!
BD+C
FEBRUARY 20, 2018
The U.S. Congress recently passed the Budget Act of 2018 that includes provisions to encourage states to adopt the latest building codes and invest in natural disaster mitigation.
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
B est practice, consistent, and efficient construction cost estimating should consider Owner, Builder, and AE requirements. Here’s a shortlist for your consideration and comment. 1. EXPERIENCE, EXPERIENCE, EXPERIENCE. Nothing is more important than decades of actual experience in the field as well as detailed line item experience. 2. COMMUNICATION – Use industry standard terms in plain English for each construction task.
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
What’s the Best Concrete Moisture Test Method? Phillip.fry@gc…. Mon, 02/19/2018 - 11:22. GCP Applied Technologies. February 26, 2018. Flooring installers are increasingly aware of the importance of testing concrete slabs for moisture before installing their flooring. This awareness is inspired, in part, by flooring manufacturers that require such testing to qualify for warranty coverage.
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