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Tool Tracking Comes to Construction Management

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The Viewpoint Vista ERP now integrates with Hilti ON!Track asset management for tracking and managing tools and usage.

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14 Types of Vaulted Ceilings

The Constructor

A vaulted ceiling is a self-supporting arch that is built under and above a roof, beneath and above a wall in architectural or construction terms. Vaulted ceilings will offer your property an unparalleled appearance that will capture attention and give your area that “wow factor.” Vaulted ceilings are also known as high ceilings, elevated ceilings, […].

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Valid construction estimates

Job Order Contracting

Valid construction estimates are based on processes and procedures, however, most organizations rely upon dated, ineffective methods. Cost and time estimates are imperative to the success of any construction project, both during construction and throughout the project life. Whether a repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, or new build project, certain fundamental processes and information are REQUIRED to create a valid construction estimate.

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A Guide To Construction Client Retention

Contractor Bookkeeping

Long-standing customers form the backbone of a robust and well-established business. Make it your mission to ensure that most of your current customers stay with your company for many years. Understanding the High-Profit Client Most of them have personality traits commonly known as drivers. Folks accustomed to getting things done quickly and efficiently do not mind paying professionals for servicing, repairing, remodeling, or building new construction projects related to their houses and commerc

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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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Using Contract Skilled Labor Can Reduce Workers’ Compensation Risk—Here’s How

Pro Builder

Using Contract Skilled Labor Can Reduce Workers’ Compensation Risk—Here’s How. ldeakins. Thu, 11/10/2022 - 10:44. Using a staffing company can help employers lower workers' compensation risk while still meeting project workload demands and customer deadlines. Employee safety is a top concern for builders not only looking to prevent injuries on the jobsite, but also workers’ compensation risk, something which, according to NAHB, can be avoided through employee staffing partnerships.

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Latent and Patent Defects in Construction Projects

The Constructor

Construction defects are caused as a result of various deficiencies such as poor building materials and workmanship or faulty design. They can be categorized into patent or latent defects. Patent (visible) defects are defects that can be discovered by reasonable inspection, while latent (hidden) defects are concealed defects or problems within the structure that are not […].

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Selecting JOC Contractors

Job Order Contracting

Selecting JOC Contractors involves more than simply reviewing their coefficients/bid factors. When considering JOC Contractors, remember you are investing to assure a long term, mutually beneficial relationship. You want JOC Contractors who… Demonstrate an interest in partnering to achieve best value outcomes for all participants and stakeholders.

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How to calculate and improve labour productivity in construction

Lets Build

The construction industry has a unique problem when it comes to calculating and improving labour productivity: Every project consists of a wide variety of tasks that differ from site to site. However, even with this challenge, there are some methods to calculate labour productivity in construction. Free eBook: Quick guide to Lean practices for construction professionals. 3 strategies to calculate labour productivity in construction.

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Consuelo Lockhart, Executive Director & Founder at Latinas Welding Guild, Inc.

Construction Business Owner

Consuelo Lockhart, Executive Director & Founder at Latinas Welding Guild, Inc. ccapoccia. Thu, 11/10/2022 - 16:17. No. 1 Must-Have: “I'm torn between compassion and patience.”.

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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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Stub Column: Purpose and Applications

The Constructor

A stub column is a type of column whose length is very small and does not connect to the footing directly. So, it does not have a footing or pedestal and relies on a beam or slab to transfer loads. The stub column acts as a point load on a beam on which it rests. […]. The post Stub Column: Purpose and Applications appeared first on The Constructor.

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LEAN Construction Framework – A Robust Solution fully supported by tools and services

Job Order Contracting

An introduction to a LEAN Construction Framework – A Robust Solution fully supported by tools and services. Efficient, balanced, and collaborative. Integrated internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams. Project team members are selected through value-based proposals and associated rankings/metrics. Written long-term multi-party agreement with integral operations manual/execution guide.

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3 Megatrends Transforming the Future of Construction

Autodesk Construction Cloud

It’s normal to hear people saying they know what the next big thing in construction is going to be, but how often do those predictions really play out? Whether it’s the lastest on-site robotics or cutting-edge hardware, it’s hard to know what will really happen in the future and how those trends may transform the field as we know it today. Trends come and go, but megatrends can make a huge ripple effect that lasts.

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Sarah Dunn, Senior Vice President at CG Schmidt

Construction Business Owner

Sarah Dunn, Senior Vice President at CG Schmidt. ccapoccia. Thu, 11/10/2022 - 16:06. No. 1 Must-Have: “ Humor. Surrounding myself with people who have a good sense of humor is really important to me. I think you can get through anything if you can laugh at yourself.”.

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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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Flyover: Types, Design, and Advantages

The Constructor

A flyover is a high-level road bridge that crosses over another railroad or highway intersection or an existing road. It is also called an “overpass.” In order to prevent traffic congestion below, flyovers are constructed to allow for safe passage over obstacles. A road, highway, or railroad may be required for the passage. A bridge […].

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Facilitating BEST VALUE OUTCOMES in the built asset industry through robust PROCESS and collaboration.

Job Order Contracting

If you think technology like BIM, ERP, CMMS, IWMS… will enable you to resolve the rampant environmental and financial waste associated with built assets, don’t bother to read this. You are part of the masses that think traditional solutions provided by big companies are safe for your career or can help your organization. Facilitating BEST VALUE OUTCOMES in the built asset industry through robust PROCESSS and collaboration is the only proven path.

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Is Inflation Slowing? Annual Home Price Growth Slips to 3% In November

Pro Builder

Is Inflation Slowing? Annual Home Price Growth Slips to 3% In November. ldeakins. Fri, 11/11/2022 - 10:16. Home prices are still rising across the U.S., but not nearly as quickly as they were during a mid-pandemic homebuying boom. Home-sale prices rose 3.2% year-over-year during the four-week period ending November 6, and while more increases are discouraging for buyers already priced-out by record housing costs, the most recent gain is the smallest recorded since July 2020, Redfin reports.

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Nancy Novak, Chief Innovation Officer at Compass Datacenters

Construction Business Owner

Nancy Novak, Chief Innovation Officer at Compass Datacenters. ccapoccia. Thu, 11/10/2022 - 16:39. No. 1 Must-Have: “The ability to continue learning. To keep me wanting to jump out of bed and do what I do every day, I have to stay plugged in.”.

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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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Placement and Compaction of Roller-Compacted Concrete in Dam Construction

The Constructor

Roller-compacted concrete (RCC) is a type of concrete that can support a roller during its unhardened state while it is being compacted. The placement and compaction of RCC is a rapid construction process and therefore its success relies on the pre-construction planning and coordination of all interrelated activities. The roller-compacted concrete should be as fresh […].

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Guide to Supply Chain Management in Construction 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

We may be living in a post-pandemic world, but we are still feeling the impacts of the last several years. This is especially true when it comes to the supply chain. . A recent survey by Dodge Data & Analytics found that a significant majority of contractors (93%) indicated that their projects had been affected by rising construction costs due to supply chain issues. .

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Look Out, Small Town America—City Buyers Are Coming Your Way

Pro Builder

Look Out, Small Town America—City Buyers Are Coming Your Way. ldeakins. Tue, 11/08/2022 - 10:34. City-goers are relocating for affordability at the fastest pace in years, and many are finding it in small towns and rural areas across the U.S. Remote workers no longer tethered to in-person jobs fled urban markets at a speedy clip throughout the pandemic, and as rising home prices create affordability challenges for city homebuyers, that exodus is ongoing in 2022.

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Nancy Novak, Chief Innovation Officer at Compass Datacenters

Construction Business Owner

Nancy Novak, Chief Innovation Officer at Compass Datacenters. ccapoccia. Thu, 11/10/2022 - 16:39. No. 1 Must-Have: “The ability to continue learning. To keep me wanting to jump out of bed and do what I do every day, I have to stay plugged in.”.

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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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6 Types of Gates Based on their Functions

The Constructor

A gate or gateway is a point of entry to or from a space enclosed by walls. It helps manage the entry and exit from a property by installing security fences and movable barriers. Security is the primary aspect of having an entrance gate to help prevent intruders from breaking into your house. Additional advantages […]. The post 6 Types of Gates Based on their Functions appeared first on The Constructor.

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6 Industry Hacks to Overcome Productivity Pitfalls

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Now that we’ve laid the foundation for the four P’s of construction improvement (performance, predictability, planet, and people), let’s add some framework around performance. Particularly, the way performance impacts one of our most coveted metrics of measure—productivity. Contrary to other industries with specific key performance indicators (KPIs) that benchmark productivity, the construction industry has traditionally lacked such KPIs to set those standards and thus optimize productivity.

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Home Builders Shifting Focus to Appeal to Buyers’ Changing Wants

Pro Builder

Home Builders Shifting Focus to Appeal to Buyers’ Changing Wants. ecatalano. Mon, 11/07/2022 - 10:53. Recent surveys by DesignLens and the New Home Trends Institute reveal homebuyers’ changing wants and needs, and builders are listening. According to John Burns Real Estate Consulting, one significant shift going forward is the home’s exterior. Making slight changes to the exterior is one of the top strategies that builders can cut costs, without the house looking cheap.

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Jessica Bowlin, Building Construction Program Teacher at Auburn High School

Construction Business Owner

Jessica Bowlin, Building Construction Program Teacher at Auburn High School. ccapoccia. Thu, 11/10/2022 - 15:41. No. 1 Must-Have: "The support of a great team. I thrive best in an environment where I'm working with people who I know value and care about me and do what they can to support me.".

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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.

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What are Isolation Joints in Concrete Structures?

The Constructor

An isolation joint in concrete structures is a type of separation provided to isolate a given structural member (slab) from the adjacent sections of the concrete structure to allow relative movement in three directions. For example, a concrete slab isolated from a wall, column, or a drain pipe. An isolation joint is a type of expansion […]. The post What are Isolation Joints in Concrete Structures?

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LB Geniebelt: Making Construction Digital

Lets Build

This post is part of a series in the wake of our recent funding and Lars’ post about the future of LetsBuild. Get the full picture here. Greetings Geniebelters. My name is Mark Wedel, and alongside my colleague Mahtab Motlagh, we lead the team responsible for maintaining and improving LB Geniebelt. My background is relatively prosaic in sales and marketing – but my true connection to construction is through my father, a carpenter.

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As the Housing Market Calms, Another Storm Is Brewing, as a New Generation of Homebuyers Demand Change

Pro Builder

As the Housing Market Calms, Another Storm Is Brewing, as a New Generation of Homebuyers Demand Change. ecatalano. Mon, 11/07/2022 - 11:22. Younger homebuyers are entering the market, causing builders to shift from homes that met older generations’ needs to match new buyers’ wants. Housing experts watched the market as it saw rapid growth during the COVID pandemic, and some worried that as the Federal Reserve fought inflation, the housing market could lead to a full economic crash.

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