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Machine Learning: Making Your Data Work Harder for You

Viewpoint Construction Technology

As the construction industry continues to modernize, real, practical applications for machine learning are being realized.

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What are the Safety Measures followed for Formwork installation? [PDF]

The Constructor

Formwork is a mold in which concrete is filled until it sets, which is supported by verticle and horizontal members. The safety during installation.

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4 Ways Construction Companies Can Successfully Social Distance

Pro Builder

4 Ways Construction Companies Can Successfully Social Distance. cbroderick. Thu, 06/25/2020 - 09:06. Construction companies and their employees have been put in a difficult position: needing to practice social distancing but also knowing that it cannot be honored constantly per the job’s requirements. Not only are some companies prepping for the return of their employees, but also adjusting completion plans for any pre-pandemic projects.

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Expert talk: New normal calls for more collaboration and strong leadership

Lets Build

This simple yet extremely accurate point made by Dame Judith Hackitt, during the third edition of the UK Virtual Town Hall organised by LetsBuild, summarises perfectly the next day for the construction industry after the Coronavirus outbreak. Ulrik Branner, Executive and Board Member of LetsBuild, was the host of this inspiring discussion surrounded by an extraordinary panel: Nadhim Zahawi MP : Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Minister for Business and Industry) and Council Co-Chair in th

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

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.

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Green, yellow, red: How US airport construction projects are faring during the pandemic

Construction Dive

Construction Dive tracks work on some of the country’s biggest airports, which has accelerated, slowed or stopped during the coronavirus outbreak.

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How to Overcome Your Cash Flow Woes

Construction Business Owner

How to Overcome Your Cash Flow Woes. Kathy Wells. Wed, 06/24/2020 - 14:00. About half of United States contractors do not get paid on time, according to a 2019 survey by Levelset and TSheets. Overall, 61% of the 485 construction businesses surveyed experience some form of cash flow issues.

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How to Protect Your Construction Data in Uncertain Times: Part 1 of 2

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Breaking down some of the construction data security best practices from a special Viewpoint webinar.

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How to Perform Powers Remolding Test on Concrete? [PDF]

The Constructor

The Powers remolding test is a workability test conducted on concrete and was developed by Powers in 1932. The test was then standardized and.

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Why Not to Wait for a Market Correction to Revisit Your Strategy

Construction Business Owner

Why Not to Wait for a Market Correction to Revisit Your Strategy. Elizabeth Manning. Wed, 06/24/2020 - 12:02. The business strategies and tactics you should be considering now to make sure you can weather the recession ahead.

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Facilities Procurement 101

Job Order Contracting

Facilities procurement 101 involves an understanding of LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery and life-cycle total cost of ownership asset management. Procurement professionals must provide LEADERSHIP with respect to the planning, procurement, and project delivery of facilities repair, renovation, and construction services. The role of procurement is not simply to get facilities related procurements off their desk as quickly as possible, but rather to collaborate with fac

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

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?

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1,000 Workers to be Hired for Keystone XL

Construction Equipment

Michels Canada has been selected to build the Alberta portion of the Keystone XL pipeline. The company, based in Nisku, Alberta, expects to start construction near Oyen this summer, and finish near Hardisty in the spring of 2022.

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What is Concrete Cancer and How can it be avoided?

The Constructor

What is Concrete cancer and what is the cause of this defect? How can concrete cancer be avoided? The post What is Concrete Cancer and How can it.

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Your Guide to the Metrics of Work-in-Progress Schedules

Construction Business Owner

Your Guide to the Metrics of Work-in-Progress Schedules. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 06/26/2020 - 09:12. How to ensure you and your team are tracking and maintaining the numbers you need in your WIP schedule to stay profitable.

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Just Do It! Collaborative, Create Value, and Deliver Projects On-Time and On-Budget = LEAN Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery

Job Order Contracting

LEAN Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery drives BEST VALUE first time, every time. Robust tools and services are readily available to measurably improve repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction outcomes. Securely Collaborate in real-time Assure Team members are working on the current version of information Develop plans, process procurement, and manage project execution with locally researched detailed line item unit price cost data Execute on-line workflows, ap

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

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.

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Social distancing strategies keep contractors productive

Construction Dive

Social distancing requirements such as staggered schedules and teleworking don't have to derail construction schedules, according to companies that are making them work.

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How to calculate the quantities of earthwork in Autocad with Total Station Data?

The Constructor

How to calculate the quantities of earthwork in Autocad with Total Station Data? How to calculate the same when the PGL is lesser than OGL?

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Construction Metrics We’re Watching — June 2020

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A look at the state of the construction industry from a statistical point of view.

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Construction Cost Data – A Valuable Read?

Job Order Contracting

What type of construction cost data do you use? LEAN Process Combined with Detailed, Locally Researched Construction Cost Data. Current, actionable construction cost data is a core component of efficient life-cycle management of the built environment and LEAN construction planning, procurement, and project delivery. With less than 5% of the real property owners, architects, engineers, and builders using detailed, line item, locally researched cost data, is the endemic level of economic and envir

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

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!

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Tech, stability may move Gen Z through the trades pipeline

Construction Dive

Coronavirus hasn't stopped contractors' recruitment efforts and in some ways is demonstrating the industry's growing technology use and its career opportunities.

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Are Smart Contracts the next Big Thing in Construction? [PDF]

The Constructor

The construction industry is infamous for delayed payments and payment-related disputes. The issues could be significantly reduced by taking.

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HudsonAlpha Biotechnology Campus Scales Up To Fight COVID-19

Business Facilities

The world-class biotech research hub in Huntsville, AL has marshalled its resources to fight the pandemic, with increased lab space. - Read: HudsonAlpha Biotechnology Campus Scales Up To Fight COVID-19 at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Kwest Transformed Equipment Department

Construction Equipment

“It’s all to make us better,” says Chad McKee, CEM, equipment operations manager for Kwest Group, small-fleet (<$100 million estimated replacement value) winners of the Construction Equipment and AEMP Fleet Masters Award, as he talks about the sweeping changes his department enacted in 2019.

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

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!

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The Dotted Line: Avoid these change order snafus

Construction Dive

Contractors cannot afford to leave money on the table — especially now — which means they need to pay more attention to contract issues that could affect their bottom lines.

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What is the Beam and Column Junction reinforcement details?

The Constructor

What is the Beam and Column Junction reinforcement details? The post What is the Beam and Column Junction reinforcement details? appeared first on.

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Reopening Minnesota: What Businesses Need to Know about Workplace Safety and Preventing the Spread of Covid-19

Safety Services Company

Business reopening is now in Phase III of the Stay Safe Plan , initiated by Minnesota Governor Tim Waltz. The plan, which was first referred to as Executive Order 20-74, enables businesses to transition into operations by complying with mandated health department and governmental guidelines. Basic Guidelines per Minnesota’s Stay Safe Initiative. All phases of the Stay Safe initiative require the following: Telework is recommended, if possible.

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Leasing Activity Continues Down

Construction Equipment

The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s (ELFA) Monthly Leasing and Finance Index (MLFI-25) showed new business volume for May was $6.7 billion, down 26 percent year-over-year from May 2019. Volume was down 18 percent month-to-month from $8.2 billion in April.

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Discover 7 Ways to Cut Construction Inefficiencies

Construction sites are often just-barely-controlled chaos. Without clear coordination, you risk everything from clashes to delays, cancellations, and missed deadlines. Get the free eBook & learn how to solve the biggest challenges in construction!

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Readers Respond: Don't shut down sites in high-risk areas

Construction Dive

In response to last week's survey, Construction Dive readers weigh in on whether jobsites should close to help mitigate the spread of the coronavirus in states like Florida, Texas and California, where cases are surging.

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What are the standard codes used for test procedures for in-situ testing of various construction materials?

The Constructor

What are the standard codes used for test procedures for in-situ testing of various construction materials? The post What are the standard codes.

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CDC set to build the most advanced high containment laboratory in the country

BD+C

Long before COVID-19 put the CDC front and center in news broadcasts around the country, plans to construct the most advanced High Containment Continuity Laboratory (HCCL) in the country had already been finalized.

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Prinoth Adds MacAllister Machinery as Indiana Dealer

Construction Equipment

Prinoth has named MacAllister Machinery as its dealer in Indiana. Headquartered in Indianapolis with locations throughout Indiana, MacAllister will provide vehicle rental, sales, parts, and service for the Prinoth Panther tracked carriers in Indiana.

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Learn How to Boost Productivity for Every Project

For construction contractors, productivity is everything. Download this guide to discover how digital production tracking improves project visibility, data collection, and production insights—all in real time.