Pro Builder

MARCH 15, 2021

Tired of Underbidding? Time for a New Method. mbeirne. Mon, 03/15/2021 - 10:05. If you’re the owner of a small or medium-sized construction company, you probably do your share of fixed-cost basis work. And, while this is something you have to do to stay competitive and win the business, there is an obvious risk: it’s a bit of a guessing game. If your costs end up being higher than expected, your company usually eats the difference.

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Civiconcepts

MARCH 15, 2021

It is fundamental to have an approach to improve the precision of surveying & fieldwork and looking over the information in the construction industries. The Total StationSsurvey Equipment is a lightweight & versatile machine that causes you to get the right information you need to ensure quality development and ideal venture fulfillment. What is Total… Read More » Total Station Survey Equipment | Method & Uses.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 17, 2021

What’s a goocher? If you saw the movie, Stand By Me , then you know exactly what I mean. And there are times when parties to a construction contract face a goocher. Here’s what I mean… In J. Clancy, Inc. v. Khan Comfort, LLC , the Supreme Court of South Dakota held that a missing time element in a construction contract did not invalidate the contract.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 16, 2021

Getting the Gist of Using GIS. Alex Headley. Tue, 03/16/2021 - 07:30. Contractors have a growing set of digital tools, but few have the far-reaching potential to impact their projects and businesses like that of geospatial information (or GIS). To better understand its impact, Dodge Data & Analytics, in partnership with Esri and Autodesk, recently conducted a study published in the Business Value of GIS for Design and Construction SmartMarket Report.

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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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Construction Marketing

MARCH 18, 2021

The most important part of any household or commercial structure is its plumbing system. Plumbing helps ensure that water gets in and out of a home properly. While plumbing is mostly associated with water-related functions, this is certainly not all that it refers to. Plumbing also includes the maintenance and installation of water boilers, water heaters, washing machines, toilets, showers, the drainage system, and more. .

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 18, 2021

The Benefits of Modernizing and Tips for a Successful Construction Technology Transformation.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 19, 2021

Is Your Firm the Rolling Stones, Van Halen or A-ha? Alex Headley. Fri, 03/19/2021 - 13:30. First, in full disclosure, the author is an enormous fan of Van Halen. Whether you are talking about the hits from the David Lee Roth years or “Van Haggar,” their catalog is absolutely amazing, in my opinion. There are probably a few readers that are asking the question, “But what about the Gary Cherone years?

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MARCH 16, 2021

On March 12 OSHA released an updated COVID-19 response plan. The following summarizes OSHA’s updated strategy: OSHA will continue to implement the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) COVID-19 Workplace Safety Plan to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission to OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHO) during inspections. [2]. Pursuant to the March 12, 2021, National Emphasis Program (NEP) for COVID-19, DIR 2021-01 (CPL-03) , OSHA prioritized COVID-19-related inspections involving deaths or

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The Constructor

MARCH 15, 2021

The slenderness ratio of a reinforced concrete (RC) column is the ratio between the length of the column, its lateral dimensions, and end fixity. It.

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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.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 17, 2021

Attract — and Retain — Younger Construction Professionals by Implementing the Modern Solutions They Know.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 17, 2021

Reliable construction cost estimating is important to real property owners, facilities management professions, architects, and engineers. If a job is estimated correctly all parties should have a detailed understanding of the scope of work, costs, time, labor, and materials required. If the job is poorly estimated the lack of technical and cost visibility for all participants spells disaster… as noted by the fact that 80% – 90% of repair, renovation, and new builds are over budget, l

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 18, 2021

The March 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) is 67.7, an increase from the February index of 64.4, and the highest level since April 2018.

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The Constructor

MARCH 16, 2021

The design of an axially loaded reinforced concrete (RC) short column is quite simple and straightforward. It is governed by the strength of.

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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?

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 16, 2021

Viewpoint Works with Habitat for Humanity Okanagan on special ViewpointOne package to meet non-profit’s growing needs.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 15, 2021

Don’t Pay a % of Construction Volume Collaborate, Really Collaborate Tightly Couple Learning with Actions Manage Projects as a Program Increase Relatedness of All Parties. We are ready… are you? I am ready! The post Run your JOC Program at 10x Savings… and get better outcomes. appeared first on 4BT.

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 15, 2021

Epiroc Boomer M20 face drill rig has internal hydraulics, which protects hoses, sensors, and cables. The drill has on-board automation features, teleremote capabilities, and digital drill plans.

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The Constructor

MARCH 18, 2021

The calculation of deductions in plastering and painting works measurement has always been a challenge for site engineers. In this article, we.

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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.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 18, 2021

With the kids off for spring break this week, we nestled around the big screen for a family favorite. “The Great Oz has spoken! Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain!” My littlest chuckled. Just like the old man who couldn’t hide behind the curtain in The Wizard of Oz , contractors and subcontractors should be reminded that pre-bid documents, such as draft proposals and bid estimates, can’t be hidden behind the curtain of “trade secrets” This is es

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BD+C

MARCH 17, 2021

The Computer Design, Research, and Learning Center (CDRLC) at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) will establish a new front door for technology in downtown Chicago. The building, designed by LMN Architects in collaboration with Booth Hansen, will be located at a unique, prominent site on campus and will celebrate the natural setting and organic form of the Memorial Grove.

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 16, 2021

Komatsu PC88MR-11 excavator is a 67.7 horsepower machine with an operating weight of 18,739 to 19,224 pounds. Bucket capacity is 0.12 to 0.26 cubic yards. A standard grading blade with new moldboard profile improves backfilling and light grading efficiency.

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The Constructor

MARCH 14, 2021

Cell-filled concrete pavement is the technology developed by IIT Kharagpur, which has proved to be a very promising solution for overloaded vehicles,

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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!

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Business Facilities

MARCH 16, 2021

COVID-19 forced businesses to create a remote workforce, and the change may be permanent, according to a new report from Velocity Global. . - Read: Tech Companies Will Maintain Or Increase Remote Workforce In 2021 at BusinessFacilities.com.

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BD+C

MARCH 16, 2021

Two leading consulting firms that focus on data centers and other mission-critical facilities have released a white paper on data center sustainability, the first in a series of reports that will provide technical analysis for data center operators to help lower their centers’ carbon footprints in line with regulations targeting carbon neutrality by 2030.

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 17, 2021

P553009 secondary fuel filter with Synteq media technology is designed to meet rigorous standards for quality and performance. The user-friendly filter is designed specifically for Cummins B-series and L-series engines and must be changed according to the OEM’s recommended maintenance schedule.

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The Constructor

MARCH 16, 2021

The design of an axially loaded reinforced concrete (RC) short column is quite simple and straightforward. It is governed by the strength of.

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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!

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Business Facilities

MARCH 19, 2021

Science-based pet health nutrition company Royal Canin will create more than 90 new jobs in Lebanon, TN as it expands its cat and dog food product lines. - Read: Royal Canin To Invest $200M In Tennessee Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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BD+C

MARCH 16, 2021

On March 18, Sable at Navy Pier, Navy Pier’s first hotel, is set to open. The KOO-designed project links the lake with the city that acts as its backdrop. KOO started with a window box as the organizing principle for the design of the facade and guest rooms. Each of the 223 guest rooms features a window seat with views of Chicago’s skyline and Lake Michigan.

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 15, 2021

Hino intends to offer Cummins B6.7TM and L9TM engines in its L and XL Series models by the end of 2021. “We are thrilled to offer Cummins’ proven B6.7 and L9 engines,” said Bob Petz, SVP of vehicle and parts sales for Hino, in a prepared statement.

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