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Preparation of Bar Bending Schedule (BBS) and their Importance

Learn Civil Engineering

We can also refer to the Bar Bending Schedule as the BBS. Bar Bending Schedule is the comprehensive list that signifies the category, extent, locale, imprint, size, number, and the bending of each bar or invention in the reinforcement diagram. In other terms, we can also infer the bar bending schedule as the extensive list […].

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Has energy efficiency lost its mojo during the pandemic?

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Steel Toe Vs Soft Toe Boots: What’s the Difference?

Work Gearz

Talking about boots give us an idea of a footwear which are strong, sturdy, comfortable and long-lasting. Boots are mainly available in 3 types. Steel toe , soft toe and composite ones. Which one will be a good pick for you depends on your modes of requirements. In most cases these types of boots are in high demand for workers as per their job profiles.

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How You Are Halting Your Company's Progress & How to Fix It

Construction Business Owner

How You Are Halting Your Company's Progress & How to Fix It. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 11/12/2020 - 11:48. Organizations can often be characterized by the “Goldilocks principle.” Sometimes, there is too much management, creating a smothering effect or a feeling of micromanagement. In other cases, there is complete autonomy, leading to dysfunction and a lack of control.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

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.

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Connecting Service Contractors’ Back Offices and In-Field Technicians — In an Instant

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Vista Field Service gives service techs faster, easier tools to work with in the field while closing the data loop with the back office.

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COVID–19 in Buildings is all about Ventilation

Green Building Law Update

This post is about what we know today about how to occupy commercial and public buildings, from offices to schools, in order to prevent the spread of the SARS-Cov-2 (the now designation for what had been the novel coronavirus 2019). If in 1992, “it’s the economy, stupid” was the phrase coined as the message of the day, today as we face another surge in SARS-Cov-2 cases, it should be “it’s the ventilation, stupid.”.

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How RCC Associates is Managing Risks to Employees & Projects During COVID-19

Construction Business Owner

How RCC Associates is Managing Risks to Employees & Projects During COVID-19. Elizabeth Manning. Tue, 11/10/2020 - 16:46. This year alone, the industry has seen major areas of risk skyrocket, not only on construction jobsites, but also in our everyday lives. With the undeniable need to keep working amid challenging and, at times, complicated COVID-19 regulations and protocols, managing the safety of employees has become a massive undertaking for leadership everywhere.

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JOC Program Procurement

Job Order Contracting

It’s important to consider the business and risk implications when deciding how to procure JOC Programs, regardless of the vendor. JOC Program Procurement requires business and risk management considerations for current and new implementations. The post JOC Program Procurement appeared first on 4BT.

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Understanding Water Leakage in Concrete Structures: Its Causes and Prevention

The Constructor

Proper understanding of the causes behind water leakage in concrete is necessary for designers and site engineers to incorporate the preventive.

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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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How To Safely Use Sealants and Coatings During Construction

Construction Marketing

There are many different types of sealants and coatings used in building construction. When applying sealants and coatings to any surface, you need to make sure that you’re following the standard safety guidelines. Take a look at the following safety tips below that you should keep in mind when using sealants and coatings for your project. . Make Sure You’re Wearing The Right Safety Gear.

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Why the Location in Construction Litigation Matters

Construction Business Owner

Why the Location in Construction Litigation Matters. Elizabeth Manning. Fri, 11/13/2020 - 12:40. Pennsylvania contractors may believe they can rely on the terms of the Pennsylvania Contractor and Subcontractor Payment Act (CASPA) to ensure a Pennsylvania forum for any disputes arising out of construction occurring in Pennsylvania. However, in light of recent precedent, this reliance may be misplaced.

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N-95 Masks DO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

FDR Safety

The very mentioning of COVID-19 has a way of ruffling feathers. Since the pandemic first arrived in early 2020 there have been constant debates surrounding it, especially regarding the topic of masks. Thankfully, the U.S Department of Labor recently released a definitive answer regarding the N-95 Respirator mask and its effectiveness on the spread of COVID-19.

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How to Select the Right Curing Method for Structural Concrete Elements?

The Constructor

The selection of curing methods for structural concrete elements is governed by the size and shape of concrete members, type of concrete used, such.

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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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The four pillars of collaboration in the construction industry

Lets Build

Why collaboration in construction is key. For many players in construction, the industry needs to change the way stakeholders communicate and, by extension, collaborate with each other. Mistrust and punitive contracts torment the value chain as a result of the absence of a clear communication path throughout it. Free ebook: Why WhatsApp and Excel aren’t enough for running complex construction projects.

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Unlock Construction Productivity by Integrating Key Workflows

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Get the keys to improved construction productivity and collaboration in just 15 minutes.

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How to reduce bug holes in concrete

GCP Applied Technologies

How to reduce bug holes in concrete. Phillip.fry@gc…. Tue, 11/10/2020 - 13:13. GCP Applied Technologies. November 10, 2020. Discover best practices for improving the aesthetics of your concrete, including reducing bug holes. When working on a concrete structure where aesthetics are important, extra care needs to be taken to prevent bug holes. These unsightly surface voids occur when air is trapped between the form and the fresh concrete.

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Top 6 Energy-Efficient High-Rise Buildings in the World

The Constructor

Due to a growing population and industrialization, migration from rural areas to urban areas has increased drastically. This has resulted in rapid.

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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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AIA honors cutting-edge designs with 2020 Education Facility Design Award

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The American Institute of Architects' (AIA) Committee on Architecture for Education (CAE) is recognizing 11 projects for state-of-the-art designs of schools and learning centers.

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Epiroc Launches ‘Try-and-Buy’ Drill Rig Program

Construction Equipment

Epiroc has introduced the Try-and-Buy program for the FlexiROC T30 R construction edition tophammer surface drill rig. The program offers free jobsite testing of the drill.

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LED, LSUS Form $3M Technology Cooperative Endeavor Agreement

Business Facilities

A $1.2 million Louisiana Economic Development grant will match $2 million from LSU Shreveport to grow technology careers. - Read: LED, LSUS Form $3M Technology Cooperative Endeavor Agreement at BusinessFacilities.com.

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How to Design a Two-Way Continuous Slab as per Indian Standards?

The Constructor

A two-way slab is supported on all its four sides by beams. The supports carry the loads along both directions of the slab, therefore it is called a.

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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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Tax shortfalls nip government projects in the bud

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During most economic downturns, the government sector “is a source of stability,” observes Bob Peck, Gensler’s Principal and Global Practice Area Leader–Government and Defense. Dave Barr, a Vice President with Burns & McDonnell’s Federal Group, agrees, noting that government, like manufacturers and utilities, “must continue to design, build, operate, and maintain systems and facilities to keep the country safe and functioning.” .

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Atlas Copco Signs Mid-America Engine as Dealer

Construction Equipment

Atlas Copco has introduced Mid-America Engine as a dealer that will provide sales, service, and distribution to customers throughout Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and the Florida Panhandle (from Tallahassee to the west).

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NewCold Investing $150M In Major U.S. Expansion

Business Facilities

The Netherlands-based temperature-controlled warehousing and distribution company will create more than 200 new jobs in Lebanon, IN. - Read: NewCold Investing $150M In Major U.S. Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Tips to Avoid Reinforcement and Embedment Congestion in Concrete Members

The Constructor

Designers should consider possible congestions in reinforced concrete members while designing concrete structures. They should follow specifications.

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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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Passive house design: A key to sustainable community building

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A vibrant community, Pittsburgh’s Uptown neighborhood is taking bold steps to counteract decades of divestment that have resulted in vacant properties, dangerous pedestrian corridors, and the poor air quality that comes with being treated as a pass-through neighborhood between the city’s largest employment centers. It’s a familiar experience, one shared by many communities across the country.

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Ford E-Transit Van Promises Low TCO

Construction Equipment

Ford Motor Co. unveiled its 2022 E-Transit all-electric cargo van and says it will be built at its Kansas City assembly plant starting late next year, with prices starting at under $45,000.

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Overcoming Contractor Marketing Challenges

Contractor Bookkeeping

Now that the internet has become an integral part of our daily lives, modern consumers no longer depend on television, radio, and print advertisements. We look and go through a plethora of information first, accessed through popular search engines (Google, Bing, and others), before deciding to make a purchase or hire a local service. Technology advancement allowed companies to promote and connect with a larger number of potential consumers than the traditional, physical presence of a brick-and-m