Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 30, 2015
Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones, represent an enormous growth industry with potential uses across many trades. Drones are well suited for applications in construction, agriculture, energy, wireless communications, insurance, search and rescue, law enforcement, firefighting, real estate, photography and film.
Constructonomics
OCTOBER 25, 2015
There was a time — and it wasn’t too long ago — when what it meant to build something changed little over the course of hundreds of years. There were artisans, tradesmen, skilled laborers, and a certain finite set of tools that craftspeople relied upon to make everything from the local palace to the local mill. Of course, the Industrial Revolution and the ensuing Technological Revolution has changed all that.
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FDR Safety
OCTOBER 27, 2015
Safety professionals concerned with safety, efficiency and compliance should have the concepts of “acceptable risk” and “feasibility” in the forefront of their thinking. I have had numerous clients in the past couple of years confronted with OSHA citations and unworkable suggestions by the agency. In every case, the “acceptable risk” and “feasibility” of lockout/tagout or machine guarding was the central issue.
Green Building Law Update
OCTOBER 25, 2015
People across the United States are seeking alternatives to conventional energy sources. Motivations vary from concerns over global warming to increasing energy independence, and hedging against rising fuel costs to because it is chick to be green. Advances in solar technology have made photovoltaics a much sought after energy alternative. But a 2008 study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory found that less than 27% of residential rooftops are suitable for hosting an on site photovoltaic
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Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 30, 2015
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, approximately 4,585 workers were killed on the job in 2013, and 58 percent of those workers died while working on construction sites. The leading causes of death were falls, being struck by an object, electrocution and being caught between objects. Eliminating these "fatal four" causes of death would save close to 478 workers' lives in America each year.
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FDR Safety
OCTOBER 30, 2015
General contractors at construction sites are being held to a higher level of responsibility for coordinating the safety activities of contractors when it comes to confined spaces in what may be a little-noticed provision of a new OSHA standard. OSHA described the new standard on confined spaces in construction as including “more detailed provisions requiring coordinated activities when there are multiple employers at the worksite.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 30, 2015
The construction industry is expected to grow at an average annual rate of 3.9 percent over 2016-2020, according to a report by Timetric’s Construction Intelligence Center (CIC).
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 30, 2015
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, approximately 4,585 workers were killed on the job in 2013, and 58 percent of those workers died while working on construction sites. The leading causes of death were falls, being struck by an object, electrocution and being caught between objects. Eliminating these "fatal four" causes of death would save close to 478 workers' lives in America each year.
Mr Ethics
OCTOBER 28, 2015
Dear Mr. Ethics, I have recently graduated from engineering college. I was hired by a great mechanical engineering firm. I regularly attend project presentations with the senior staff. One particular senior member is a great guy who probably knows more than I ever will. My problem is that when we do our presentations he never corrects the potential client when they refer to him as a PE.
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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.
Contractor Bookkeeping
OCTOBER 30, 2015
If you are a contractor you know how to get the work done. At the end of your day when your body is tired, your muscles are aching and you are too tired to move is when you ask yourself three simple questions: Am I making money or losing money? Which jobs and customers are making me money? Which jobs and customers are costing me money?
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 28, 2015
One thousand employees at Caterpillar’s Global Information Services (GIS) were laid off, including 250 that took the early retirement package, reports PJ Star. GIS employees were reportedly escorted out of Caterpillar’s Mossville, Ill., facility.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 26, 2015
Construction business owners and managers continue to blame unfavorable results on the economy, competitors, customers, location or employees. Do you blame poor results on any of these common excuses and problems?
Mr Ethics
OCTOBER 28, 2015
Dear Mr. Ethics, I have recently graduated from engineering college. I was hired by a great mechanical engineering firm. I regularly attend project presentations with the senior staff. One particular senior member is a great guy who probably knows more than I ever will. My problem is that when we do our presentations he never corrects the potential client when they refer to him as a PE.
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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?
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 29, 2015
Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. Two years later than the original plan, the $5.25-billion expansion of the Panama Canal is set to be completed in April, dramatically altering the global shipping paradigm. Panama Canal: Bigger, Better and Ready to Rumble appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 28, 2015
Caterpillar received the Chicago Innovation Award for its Hydraulic Hybrid Excavator, a machine that powers itself using energy created from its swing. The Chicago Innovation Awards received nominations from 535 organizations, and a panel of 12 judges selected 10 companies from 100 finalists.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 25, 2015
Starting in 2014, the "Individual Mandate" of the ACA required everyone in the United States get health coverage or pay a penalty. For 2014, that penalty (technically an excise tax) was typically $95 per person, per household. So, if your employee has a spouse and two kids who are not covered by a company or individual insurance plan, he or she will have to pay a tax penalty of nearly $300 for those three uninsured family members.
Construction Marketing Ideas
OCTOBER 28, 2015
Relationships on the job site, and in the office, count for much in building your client experience, and attracting repeat and referral business. A common theme in marketing and business development in the AEC community is that most business arises from repeat and referral clients. A second theme: with the exception of some small or special projects, design and construction services have a relatively long, ongoing and often intense relationship process.
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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.
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 27, 2015
Special to CONTRACTOR. At Valley Plumbing Inc. installation of low-flow fixtures and hot water recirculation systems take off. For Valley Plumbing Inc., the drought has helped grow one source of revenue. Installation of low-flow fixtures and hot water recirculation systems has been a strong addition to their full-service, full-spectrum offering. read more.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 26, 2015
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Carolinas Associated General Contractors (CAGC) are urging commercial construction firms across the country to act on 13 specific steps to further improve workplace safety. AGC officials said the new safety measures were needed to address a growing influx of new and inexperienced workers that is contributing to an increase in the number of construction fatalities nationwide and in the Carolinas.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 29, 2015
Getting the most from concrete dowel-pin drills goes beyond proper operation and maintenance. A key to maximizing drill performance, controlling costs and extending machine life is proper long-term storage. Following the dowel-pin drill manufacturer’s storage recommendations can help prevent rust that impacts equipment performance, leads to costly downtime and shortens drill life span.
Construction Marketing Ideas
OCTOBER 26, 2015
I’m in the middle of the group (with grey hair). Different? Well, because I write well and can answer questions about specialized topics, Google invited me to join about 500 others from around the world for an international summit in San Francisco. And the people around me are part of a rather unique and specialized community. Matt Handal points out correctly that the greatest successes in marketing occur when we are different from the crowd, but it isn’t easy to be different.
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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!
Revit OpEd
OCTOBER 29, 2015
My friend Rolly sent me a screen capture of the new Family Types dialog. It's been revised to use similar buttons as some of the other dialogs, like the Filters and View Templates dialog for example. It is slimmer now. I liked the larger buttons with words personally. I struggle (a little) with the tiny pictures (see what I did there) on these icon only buttons.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 28, 2015
. . Construction employment declined in 144 out of 358 metro areas between September 2014 and September 2015, while construction was stagnant in 55 and increased in 159 metro areas, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). AGC officials said many contractors are struggling to find qualified workers to fill available positions, which may account for the underwhelming employment figures.
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 30, 2015
September proved to be a good month for construction unemployment rates. The not seasonally adjusted (NSA) construction unemployment rates for the country and 48 states were down in September on a year-over-year basis. read more.
Construction Marketing Ideas
OCTOBER 27, 2015
Here I’m indulging in refreshments with my Top Contributor peers at the Google summit in Mountain View. Indeed it is helpful to answer questions without pushing a sales pitch. Bernie Heer , who purchased the Closing Success System from Mike Jeffries (you can see the continuing advertisements for this excellent service for residential contractors on my blog) , has suggested five effective business development techniques for residential contractors.
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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!
Green Industry Professionals
OCTOBER 29, 2015
In an announcement at GIE+EXPO 2015, Cub Cadet said that its new line of tractors will reduce emissions and fuel consumption, all without sacrificing performance power.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 28, 2015
Komatsu reported a 19 percent decline in second-quarter revenue due to slump in mining sales. Net income fell to $271 million (32.6 billion yen) from a revised $33.2 million (40.3 billion yen) in the same period last year. Komatsu stated that full-year net income will likely fall 10 percent to 138 billion yen, while operating profit is likely to slip 8.7 percent to 221 billion yen.
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 29, 2015
In a sign of continued recovery for the U.S. economy, both real gross domestic product (GDP) and nonresidential fixed investment expanded during the third quarter. read more.
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