Construction Business Owner
JULY 8, 2015
he recent preliminary Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries, conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, revealed that in 2013, the number of fatal work injuries in the private construction sector stayed about the same as the year prior. However, the 796 fatal work injuries that did occur accounted for the highest number of fatal work injuries of any industry sector.
The Constructor
JULY 8, 2015
Masonry walls are the most durable part of any building or structure. They provide strength,, durability to the structure and also helps to control.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 7, 2015
Mobile apps are significantly changing the way we go about our everyday business. They help us work faster and smarter from anywhere. So it’s no surprise that businesses are increasingly adopting them to enhance their own operations. If you’re a contractor and you’re not using mobile apps now, think about this — your competitors probably are. Don’t get left in the dust.
Constructonomics
JULY 7, 2015
The industrial manufacturing industry has long embraced powder coating as the preferred method of applying paint to finished metal surfaces. A reduction in production costs, better coatings with improved corrosion protection, and the reduction of VOC emissions are some of the advantages. First developed in the late 1960’s, powder coatings work by applying a positively charged, dry, free-flowing powder to a grounded metal substrate.
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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
JULY 9, 2015
Working in the construction industry is fast-paced and demanding, especially when company employees have to work from nearly everywhere. From the jobsite, in the office or on the road, work cannot slow down simply because files, folders and content are difficult to access. When looking to the cloud to support your file sharing, access and collaboration needs, it doesn't matter where your workforce is working.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 7, 2015
Mobile apps are significantly changing the way we go about our everyday business. They help us work faster and smarter from anywhere. So it’s no surprise that businesses are increasingly adopting them to enhance their own operations. If you’re a contractor and you’re not using mobile apps now, think about this — your competitors probably are. Don’t get left in the dust.
Green Building Law Update
JULY 5, 2015
The City of Highland Park, Illinois, became the latest jurisdiction to consider bird friendly building regulations when on June 22, 2015 the City Council forwarded a proposal to the Plan Design Review Commission for comment prior to final approval by the Council. Specifically, the City Council is proposing that bird friendly regulations be adopted for commercial, industrial and multi-family buildings and that they follow requirements set forth in the LEED NC-2009 SS Pilot Credit 55 Bird Collisio
Construction Business Owner
JULY 6, 2015
Should firms go through the hassle of specializing, or should they hedge their bets and aim to be good across all project categories? For larger firms, being good in several categories is much easier. For small- to mid-sized firms, it is impractical to expect that they have a résumé comparable to their larger peers.
Cassell Construction Estimating
JULY 6, 2015
This year’s largest construction industry survey on technology will be conducted by JBKnowledge. Through today, July 6th, JBKnowledge is conducting the annual survey again, and we hope you’ll consider participating. JBKnowledge develops cloud, mobile and wearable technology solutions for construction and insurance, including SmartBidNet commercial construction bid software, SmartCompliance certificate of insurance tracking and compliance management software, SmartReality augmented reality
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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.
Construction Equipment
JULY 6, 2015
Non-residential construction, led by manufacturing and commercial buildings, should see a sharp rebound in the second half of 2015, says Wells Fargo Senior Economist Anika Khan. Khan spoke to attendees at a regional AEM membership event hosted by Cummins Inc. at the company's headquarters in Columbus, Ind.
Green Building Law Update
JULY 5, 2015
The City of Highland Park, Illinois, became the latest jurisdiction to consider bird friendly building regulations when on June 22, 2015 the City Council forwarded a proposal to the Plan Design Review Commission for comment prior to final approval by the Council. Specifically, the City Council is proposing that bird friendly regulations be adopted for commercial, industrial and multi-family buildings and that they follow requirements set forth in the LEED NC-2009 SS Pilot Credit 55 Bird Collisio
Construction Business Owner
JULY 10, 2015
A recent sustainability study by G&S Business Communications found that the construction industry is one of the lowest-ranked industries for a "green reputation." CBO sat down with the author of the study, Ron Loch, to discuss why Americans ranked the construction industry so low and what the industry can do to better its reputation. Loch is the managing director of sustainability consulting at G&S Business Communications.
Contractor Magazine
JULY 8, 2015
Nothing over the past 15 years has done more to increase the scope and efficiency of mobile service operations than advances in mobile technology, and the coming decade is going to make those gains look like small potatoes. read more.
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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?
Construction Equipment
JULY 9, 2015
The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a 60-day temporary enforcement policy of its Confined Spaces in Construction standard, which becomes effective Aug. 3, 2015. The agency is postponing full enforcement of the new standard to Oct. 2, 2015, in response to requests for additional time to train and acquire the equipment necessary to comply with the new standard.
Contractor Bookkeeping
JULY 10, 2015
Today's Guest Article Is From Jason Sturgeon Arcade Consultants. Jason Sturgeon was interviewed for the Contractors Success M.A.P. Podcast and was very generous with his time and provided some extremely valuable insights for how you can remove some of the chaos in your construction company and have more freedom and peace of mind. The article below is a recap of some of the precious gems he shared on the podcast.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 10, 2015
A recent sustainability study by G&S Business Communications found that the construction industry is one of the lowest-ranked industries for a "green reputation." CBO sat down with the author of the study, Ron Loch, to discuss why Americans ranked the construction industry so low and what the industry can do to better its reputation. Loch is the managing director of sustainability consulting at G&S Business Communications.
Contractor Magazine
JULY 8, 2015
Are you better at turning a wrench than turning a profit? Most plumbing contractors are better mechanics than businesspeople. After all, they’ve been trained to be mechanics. Fortunately, as thousands of successful plumbing contractors have shown, mechanics can learn to become successful businesspeople. Here are 50 ways to increase your profitability. read more.
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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.
Construction Equipment
JULY 10, 2015
. . Black Hills Trucking is facing illegal dumping allegations from a North Dakota Industrial Commission, who alleged that the company illegally disposed of produced water, a byproduct of oil production, reports Grand Forks Herald.
Business Facilities
JULY 8, 2015
Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. There were 392 new projects in Alabama in 2014, bringing in nearly $3.4 billion in Investment, with automotive and aerospace leading the way. Business Report: Investment Tide Keeps Rolling In Alabama appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 7, 2015
Lou Holtz said, "Motivation is simple. You eliminate those who are not motivated." While Holtz's motivational method might have worked for his record-setting Notre Dame football team, it does little to help motivate your staff through a new technology change. This is especially true in a family-operated business where the older generation may resist a technology change that the newer generation sees as necessary and embraces easily.
Contractor Magazine
JULY 7, 2015
The new standards will save almost 15 quadrillion BTU (quads) of energy from more efficient equipment shipped over the next 30 years. 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!
Construction Equipment
JULY 9, 2015
Miami Worldcenter is a $2 billion, 27-acre mixed-use development planned in downtown Miami that will need 10,000 construction workers in the first phase alone, reports GlobeSt.com. Priority will be given to local residents, and almost 500 of those residents turned up for a recent job fair. . .
Construction Marketing Ideas
JULY 8, 2015
Can the eskoskeleton turn construction workers into seeming super-human ironmen? At least one business says “yes” Ekso Bionics, which started marketing its device in the rehabilitation market, now proposes it as a solution for construction workers needing to carry heavy tools and equipment through long shifts. We have printed buildings (even bridges) and three-dimensional virtual reality initiatives that allow you to sense the completed structure even before the first pilings are set
Construction Business Owner
JULY 8, 2015
Chris Daum is president and senior managing director of FMI Capital Advisors, the investment banking subsidiary of FMI Corporation. In addition to leading FMI’s investment banking business he is responsible for the firm’s utility infrastructure sector and advises clients on mergers & acquisitions and other strategic issues. CBO sat down with Daum to discuss the current state of mergers and acquisitions in the construction industry.
Business Facilities
JULY 6, 2015
Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. Techno-Bloc, a manufacturer of high-end paving stones and patio blocks, will locate its first Indiana facility in Waterloo, IN, creating up to 85 new jobs by 2018. Techo-Bloc To Invest $34M, Create 85 Jobs in Waterloo, IN appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
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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!
Construction Equipment
JULY 8, 2015
. . Work resumed at New York City construction sites after a federal judge ordered member of the New York City District Council of Carpenters back to work, ending a three-day strike, reports Crain’s New York.
Construction Marketing Ideas
JULY 4, 2015
This Whirlwind Steel blog posting advocates leveraging of social media accounts. The Whirlwind Steel blog (one of the entrants this year’s Best Construction Blog competition) has posted an entry that rightfully catches our attention: 4 Tips to Make Your Construction Brand Stand Out from the Crowd. There, actually, are five tips, and while I have differing perspectives on some of the details, the general ideas are worthy of sharing here: Knowing your brand.
Construction Business Owner
JULY 6, 2015
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