Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 24, 2016
Most builders are under the assumption that they do things differently than their competitors. They believe the way they operate; from trade relations to job costing, is different than all other contractors.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
Factors Affecting Workability of Concrete Each and every process and materials involved in concrete mixing affects the workability of concrete.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
HardHatChat
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
As we discussed in this blog before, technology is playing an increasingly vital role in the commercial construction industry. Business seems to be booming for construction software products that help commercial contractors manage various aspects of their business. Lately, it seems like I receive daily calls and emails from technology companies highlighting new software products, many of which are trying to be a multi-purpose solution to serve the many facets of the construction business.
Construction Marketing
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
How up-to-date is your website design? Are you getting enough traffic or leads to your site? Don’t miss out on our 2016 Contractor Website Best Practices webcast on Thursday, March 24 at 1 PM CST. Learn keys to website design, SEO checklist, social media integration, lead generation, and best practices for construction websites. Join Perryn Olson, Account Director at Hinge Marketing, Kara Wallace, Marketing Director at Mortensen Construction, and CMA Chairman Neil Brown for exclusive industry in
Advertisement
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.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 25, 2016
When the equipment rental industry converges on Atlanta this month for The Rental Show 2016, the mood will be celebratory and optimistic. Not only will the industry mark the 60th anniversary of the American Rental Association (ARA) at the annual trade show, but recent economic indicators also point to a healthy and growing industry.
Professional Constructor Central brings together the best content for construction professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
|
Green Building Law Update
FEBRUARY 21, 2016
A great deal of attention has be paid in recent days to a 5 year old Securities and Exchange Commission guidance, “Commission Guidance Regarding Disclosure Related to Climate Change,” which seeks to provide transparency to investors on the material risks posed by climate change. Recently The Los Angeles Times reported Exxon Mobil is under investigation by California Attorney General Kamala Harris over claims that the company “lied about climate change risks” in statements the company made to inv
Job Order Contracting
FEBRUARY 24, 2016
Job Order Contracting Research. 2016_JOC_Report. The JOC Performance – Industry Study outlines how Job Order Contracting delivers more projects on-time & on-budget, higher quality, and greater overall satisfaction than design-bid-build, design-build, and other construction delivery methods. The post JOC Performance – Industry Study 2016 appeared first on 4BT.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 22, 2016
Walk into any contractor's office in the United States and you can see immediately that it is definitely not your father's construction business. On a recent trip to see a customer in Florida, the lobby had total stations, laser scanners, 3-D printers, drones and a hodgepodge of other "toys" greeting guests. The days of manually laying out a project or starting a project with 30-year-old drawings is becoming a distant memory.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
Different types of concrete construction require different types of curing methods. The curing method of RCC Slab cannot be applied to RCC column.
Advertisement
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.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 24, 2016
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT OWNERS- ARE YOU LEADING HIGH PERFORMANCE CONSTRUCTION?
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 25, 2016
Plumbing codes help ensure the proper performance of plumbing systems. That’s it. By doing so the codes make for more efficient systems while safeguarding the health and safety of the public. read more.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 24, 2016
In the typical construction contract, the least understood provisions are often those that require the contractor to indemnify the owner for losses or damages arising under the contract. Indemnity provisions are a powerful risk-shifting tool that often go overlooked during contract negotiations. These provisions are complicated by the fact that even minor word changes can have a dramatic effect on the obligation assumed by the contractor.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 22, 2016
LABOUR REQUIREMENT FOR VARIOUS CONSTRUCTION WORKS: The cost of construction project highly depends on the requirements of labour for various.
Advertisement
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?
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 25, 2016
The naming convention has been around since 2007 when BS1192.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 26, 2016
Caterpillar will discontinue production of its on-highway vocational trucks. Although it will no longer take new orders, the company pledged to support existing truck customers and their trucks currently on the road. The company said the decision to exit was made after a "thorough evaluation of the business," including the current business climate in the truck industry, and is part of its ongoing restructuring.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 22, 2016
Employee safety on the jobsite is a crucial responsibility for fleet management. Construction businesses across the country are making it mandatory for their fleets to implement a GPS tracking system to enhance current safety procedures, create new safety procedures and meet regulations overall. GPS tracking systems provide access to real-time vehicle locations to help businesses ensure safety on the jobsite and faster response time in an emergency.
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
Demolition of old construction becomes essential when the structure becomes unfit for the intended purpose or the new construction has to be carried.
Advertisement
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.
Best Practices Construction Law
FEBRUARY 26, 2016
When walking through the mall or the grocery store with my children, I inevitably get asked, “Are they all yours?” Depending on my mood, I may or may not claim them all. As a general contractor, you will want to know the law on whether laborers hired through a staffing company will be considered “yours” for purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”).
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
Business Facilities’ 2015 State of the Year: Alabama originally appeared on Business Facilities - Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. By Jack Rogers From the January/February 2016 Issue. When you talk to folks in Alabama, you might think from the slow-and-easy rhythm of conversation in the Deep South that nobody’s in a hurry to do anything.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
Selecting a trailer is more than comparing the price tag. There are several implications that need careful consideration before signing a check. The most important of these is safety. Safety has a tremendous impact on a trailer's return on investment because of unconsidered costs that can arise if a contractor inadvertently exceeds the trailer's capacity.
Construction Marketing Ideas
FEBRUARY 20, 2016
A sign of “bad” construction — notice these workers aren’t wearing any fall protection. I sometimes wonder if there are two ways to succeed in business: Being extremely bad, or being wonderfully good. “Extremely bad” of course reflects – at its extreme – outright criminal behaviour, and there are plenty of corruption and organized crime out there.
Advertisement
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 Korte Company
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
The Korte Company is proud to welcome Christopher Gilliam, who will serve as VP of Healthcare. With more than 25 years of construction supervision and project management experience, Chris has overseen a wide range of For Profit and Not for Profit large-scale healthcare projects across the U.S.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
. . A directive issued on Sunday by the State Council, China’s cabinet, and the Communist Party’s Central Committee says no to architecture that is “oversized, xenocentric, weird” and devoid of cultural tradition. Instead, buildings should be “suitable, economic, green and pleasing to the eye.” The directive also follows President Xi Jinping’s criticism in late 2014 of “weird architecture.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
Trying to navigate the Byzantine labyrinth of IRS rules and regulations can be an overwhelming process, even for tax professionals. However, understanding the nuances of allowances, deductions and exemptions offered by the revenue service can truly benefit a construction company, leading to increased savings, higher profit margins and greater overall success.
Construction Marketing Ideas
FEBRUARY 24, 2016
This post from the Construction Junkie blog shows Boeing’s innovation of the lightest metal ever produced — so light it can stand on a dandelion. Shane Hedmond’s Construction Junkie blog tackles the construction industry from a holistic perspective. There are stories about technologies, embarrassments, green construction, law, and — to lighten things up — some “crazy construction videos” I especially enjoyed this January post outlining The 13 Most Promis
Advertisement
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
FEBRUARY 25, 2016
The experts at Ford talk about some of their newer technologies, including Pro Trailer Backup Assist, which help make its new trucks and vans a good match for landscape contractors.
Construction Equipment
FEBRUARY 23, 2016
. . The Federal Aviation Administration's February 19 deadline for drone registrations, which was set in December, has now passed and the agency says "failure to register an aircraft may result in regulatory and criminal sanctions.
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 25, 2016
RYAN DRISCOLL. Marketing Director GPS Insight.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
191 
Let's personalize your content