Learn Civil Engineering
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
In this article, we will discuss about ” types of construction lifts and their uses” With the advancement of the era, people always prefer modern construction projects. For the construction of such projects, you need to work at height. The height of the building varies in the construction of the project. To deal with different […].
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
A dilapidation report is the result of a survey conducted to identify and record the condition of a property at a given point in time. The report is prepared before and after construction work to ascertain the asset’s condition. This article discusses the features and importance of preparing dilapidation reports for a construction project. Features […].
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Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
The Share of Women in Construction Is at a Record High, but How Did It Get There? ldeakins. Tue, 11/22/2022 - 10:17. A skilled labor shortage is creating a pathway for greater diversity and inclusion in the construction workforce, and women are leading the charge. The total share of women in construction is at a record high after rising steadily since 2016, and Hispanic women account for almost all of that growth, The Washington Post reports.
Construction Business Owner
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Promote to rotator No. Rotator Image. Status of webinar Featured. Learn easy-to-implement processes and systems to help contractors save time, maintain control over spending and keep fraud at bay. Tue, 12/13/2022 - 12:00. 1:00 p.m. CST. Time is the most valuable commodity — and most contractors have very little of it. One of the most time-consuming tasks required to run a business is managing company expenses.
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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.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Commentary on the International Risk Management Institute's construction conference.
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The Constructor
NOVEMBER 20, 2022
In foundation engineering, the term “floating” is used when the load on the structure is equal to or lesser than the soil displaced by the footing so that the soil is not subjected to any additional load. A floating building is a permanent structure that can only be seen in one location and cannot be […]. The post Floating Houses: Types, Principles, and Advantages appeared first on The Constructor.
Job Order Contracting
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
A Real Property Owner’s Guide to Improving Construction Productivity. Measurable improvement in facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build efficiency involves strengthening the focus on implementation. A critical aspect involves balancing standardization of activities and information with empowering those doing the work on site.
Contractor Bookkeeping
NOVEMBER 25, 2022
Depending on the nature of your construction business, you may have workers who are employees or contractors, or you may have both. Each has its merits, but it's important to review which are to meet your tax obligations. With so much discussion about employees, payroll, and payroll taxes, you may feel like missing out by not hiring many employees. The reality is that as a small business owner, you do not have to hire employees.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Construction is one of the oldest industries in the world. And with all the advances in technology, productivity in construction has been relatively flat and suffers from producing a huge amount of waste. With the demand for buildings soaring, the industry is struggling to build faster and more efficiently. Almost every building is designed without knowledge of what is manufacturable, is custom engineered, and uses manual and disconnected processes.
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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.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 24, 2022
A short circuit occurs when there is a low-resistance connection between two conductors that supply electricity to a circuit. As a result, the power supply would experience an excessive current flow and excess voltage streaming. The electricity will flow along a “short” path, which causes a short circuit. Electricity prefers to choose the path of […].
Job Order Contracting
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
The below diagram clearly shows what’s wrong with LEAN construction. (Source: 2014, Wandahl, S. Lean Construction with or without Lean – Challenges of Implementing Lean Construction. Learn more? [contact-form] The post What’s WRONG with LEAN Construction? appeared first on 4BT.
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
3 Ways Lean Design Can Help Home Builders Recover Margins. ibush. Mon, 11/21/2022 - 08:00. Using a Lean design and construction approach, home builders can reduce waste and costs without sacrificing amenities or marketability of their produc. Todd Hallett, AIA. Skyrocketing material and labor costs followed by sharp interest rate increases have worsened the current housing affordability crisis.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
In recent times, COVID has pushed everyone further and faster into the world of digital communication, and remote has become a key word to describe the way we work. But let’s be honest, there’s nothing quite like human connection. With the skies and borders now open once again, a four-city roadshow represented a perfect opportunity for the Autodesk team to meet clients face-to-face for the first time in several years.
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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?
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Laminates are used to cover furniture, cabinets, ceilings, walls, and exterior facades. The selection of the right laminates plays an important role in enhancing the kitchen’s appearance. Laminate kitchen cabinets used in modular kitchens are a popular choice because of the ease with which they can be cleaned and maintained. Laminates usually have a thickness […].
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Komati plant site, one of the world's largest coal fired facilities, closed in October and will be repurposed for 220 MW of renewable energy.
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
A Home for the Holidays—How a Mortgage Rate Reprieve Could Help Prospective Buyers. ldeakins. Mon, 11/21/2022 - 10:12. Mortgage rates dropped by half a percentage point last week, and though experts say the sudden deceleration is only a temporary respite, it could lead to a resurgence of holiday buyers. Mortgage rates fell from above 7% to 6.6% for 30-year fixed-rate loans during the week ending Nov. 17, and while increased affordability offers a temporary reprieve to budget-conscious homebuyers
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 24, 2022
Photos courtesy James Florio. By Ally James. Renovating and expanding an art museum designed by a well-known Italian architect comes with its share of design challenges. For the Denver Art Museum, an institution of visual art, it was a necessary revitalization effort to better serve the increase in foot traffic, which has now grown to more than 800,000 visitors annually. 1.
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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.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 19, 2022
Subsidence is the downward movement of the ground underneath a building due to the withdrawal of moisture. This leads to the sinking of the foundation, which compromises the stability of the structure. When moisture is extracted from the soil, shrinkage occurs in the soil, and the corresponding area of the foundation moves downward. Subsidence usually […].
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
With ramps, rubblization and double roundabouts, the Transform 66 project is living up to its name. The 22.5-mile project entailing $2.3 billion in construction not only adds new toll lanes and connected-vehicle technology to the busy stretch of highway between the Capital Beltway and Gainesville, Va., but makes new connections to park-and-ride facilities, new bicycle and pedestrian trails and room for potential transit within the highway in the future.
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Washington State Will Require Heat Pumps in All New Construction Beginning 2023. ldeakins. Mon, 11/21/2022 - 10:31. The State Building Code Council recently voted to approve a new Washington State Energy Code that requires heat pumps in all new-construction projects. Starting July 1, 2023, heat pumps will be required for space and water heating in all new-home construction throughout Washington state following a divided State Building Code Council (SBCC) meeting on Nov. 4.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 25, 2022
Over the last two years, the ASEAN construction industry has been challenged not just by the COVID-19 pandemic but also supply chain, skills shortages, and now inflationary pressure. It is critical for the ASEAN industry to find alignment with peers, particularly in construction policy, procurement, people management and embracing technological approaches – as this has now become the choice between adapting and thriving versus resisting and perishing.
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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!
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 20, 2022
Chimney caps are covers that go on top of a chimney to protect it from rain, snow, and downdrafts. They are available in various designs and sizes and are often made of steel or copper mesh. A chimney cap is mainly used to prevent damage to the house from debris and rainwater going down the […]. The post 7 Types of Chimney Caps appeared first on The Constructor.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
Inflation, rising interest rates and a possible global recession continue to top the list of forecasters’ concerns for the coming year.
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Industry Strategies for Weathering a Market Correction. ldeakins. Mon, 11/21/2022 - 10:18. Home builders, BPMs, and real estate investors are adjusting their business strategies to overcome a market slowdown. Here's what they're doing differently. . For two years, home builders, building product manufacturers (BPMs), and investors have navigated a volatile market characterized by fluctuating prices, a constant ebb and flow of demand and supply, and an unpredictable economy.
Learn Civil Engineering
NOVEMBER 25, 2022
Do you face any challenges while you design the interior or floor of your new house? Now looking for free home designing software or Apps? Many people around the world find confusion during the décor of their new house. In the middle of all difficulties, there are many options available to do this work just […].
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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!
Work Gearz
NOVEMBER 24, 2022
The least you can try is punching some holes on the uppers of the boots with nails! That sounds hilarious right? Oh that actually is hilarious and not at all worth given a second thought! Though you can really punch some holes on the boots using a leather puncher, I think that would be very unwise and you could even ruin your boots. Another way is just to let the waterproof coating wear off and the leather be exposed.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
Continued spending boosts seen, says National Association of State Budget Officers report, thanks to American Rescue Plan Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Civiconcepts
NOVEMBER 24, 2022
We now have a plethora of possibilities to live simpler, less stressful lives thanks to advanced technology. Another innovation that exemplifies this is the advent of the smartwatch. Today, a … How Can Smartwatches Save Lives? Read More ».
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