Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Most contractors would agree that crawler excavators are a staple product in any construction company’s fleet. These machines regularly handle the heavy digging, lifting and loading in a variety of construction applications. There are two tail-swing types: conventional tail swing and reduced tail swing. So which one is best for you? There are several key factors that may influence your choice between conventional-tail-swing crawler excavators and reduced-tail-swing models.

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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

There are different types of building maintenance works carried out for durable building structures. These building maintenance works with special.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 29, 2017

California’s statutory changes to its existing residential Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing program, that became effective January 1, 2017, may be a model for residential PACE programs across the nation. The first residential PACE program started in Berkeley, California in 2007. Today there are laws in at least 34 states that allow some form of PACE financing, however, there are very few residential PACE programs up and running.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

In this day and age, being green isn’t just a matter of recycling your trash and requesting paper bags instead of plastic.

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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 Business Owner

JANUARY 31, 2017

Quality construction depends, in large measure, on the skill of crews involved in the project process and the quality of materials used. Construction business owners are continually seeking to make operations more efficient and more competitive.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 30, 2017

Detailed Job Order Contract Operations Manual. A detailed Job Order Contract Operations Manual is a key component of any successful JOC Program. The JOC Operations Manual should be part of of the final Job Order Contract. It spans all aspects for JOC to assure a complete understanding of all participants and stakeholders. Topics may range from the history of JOC to strategy, responsibilities, and processes.

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Contract Negotiation Estimating Procurement 100

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

Weather conditions can tremendously affect the progress of a construction project. For that reason, weather alerts are vital for the industry both in terms of budgeting and safety. However, many construction managers or contractors are still considering weather alert systems as a luxury. We wanted to get a more complete picture about their true value in construction, so we decided to interview our computer science expert Kacper Kawecki.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

From knowing how to choose the right attachment for a specific job to finding uses for idle equipment, the way you manage your jobsite and the equipment on it can have a significant effect on your company’s bottom line. In 2016, Bobcat and Doosan gave you tips for all of the above and more in our monthly Equipment Matters column. Use the articles below to guide you into a smarter, more efficient 2017.

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Equipment Management 172

The Constructor

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Durability of concrete is an important factor considered for structures. Effect of GGBFS of durability properties of concrete is discussed in this.

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Concrete 159

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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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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 31, 2017

Building in Cloud 4BT-CE improves productivity. S mart collaboration tools, built specifically for real property owners, designers , constructors engineers, and facilities managers. No installation required (access with any Internet browser). Try it for free without any obligation for 30 days. All your information is secured via SSL protocols. Cost estimating, JOC / Job Order Contracting, Asset Management, Document Management, and More….

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BD+C

JANUARY 31, 2017

On my way in to work this morning, I walked through a tree lined street, admired my wintry surroundings, breathed fresh air, and chatted with one of my neighbors at the bus stop. I listened to music and sent a message to my mom while waiting to transfer to the metro. A short time later I arrived at work with a clear head, and ready to start my day.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 30, 2017

We can hardly believe it, but World of Concrete 2017 has already come and gone. If you weren't able to make it to the show, check in on what the CBO team was up to while in Las Vegas. The show was a week-long event filled with product updates, press conferences and educational sessions. . 1. Editor Kathy Wells and Managing Editor Elizabeth Manning talk with the ConTechTrio team via Periscope.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

JANUARY 31, 2017

The two-month popular voting period has started for the 2017 Best Construction Blog competition. There are 26 entries representing a diversity of businesses and organizations, including several international entries. (Interestingly, this is the same number of entries as in the 2016 competition — through you’ll find several new bloggers have entered the competition replacing others which […].

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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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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 30, 2017

OpenJOC Job Order Contract Unit Price Book UPB. Finally, an independent, objective, and best value resource… the OpenJOC Job Order Contract Unit Price Book UPB. Learn more… [contact-form]. The post OpenJOC Job Order Contract Unit Price Book UPB appeared first on 4BT.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

The workplace has evolved exponentially over the past decade, from large, uniform workstations and offices to efficient open plans and auxiliary areas. Technology has advanced from desktop computers and landlines, to laptops, and mobile apps. Innovation in technology has driven an increase in employees’ productivity and efficiency, and innovation in design has strategically followed.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Most contractors would agree that crawler excavators are a staple product in any construction company’s fleet. These machines regularly handle the heavy digging, lifting and loading in a variety of construction applications. There are two tail-swing types: conventional tail swing and reduced tail swing. So which one is best for you? There are several key factors that may influence your choice between conventional-tail-swing crawler excavators and reduced-tail-swing models.

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Modeling Products Contractors Construction 120

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

The Canadian manufacturer of the eLion, the first Type C electric school bus made in North America, plans to locate a new manufacturing facility in California. Read North America’s First Electric School Bus Unveiled In Palo Alto on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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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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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 30, 2017

Objective Best Value Job Order Contracting. Easy-to-use, cost-effective, and objective job order contracting solution. Save Time. Save Cost. Maximize Value. Improve Quality. On-time Project Delivery. Financial Transparency. fully research LOCAL unit price data (no factors or indexes). Verifiable Cost Data. By JOC Professionals for JOC Professionals.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

A new mixed-use project from Stefano Boeri Architects, Nanjing Vertical Forest will comprise two towers rising from a 20-meter shared podium. What makes this project unique is, according to the architects, this will be the first vertical forest built not only in China, but in all of Asia.

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Construction Equipment

JANUARY 30, 2017

Manitou’s Gehl and Mustang brands unveiled a number of new products to a group of U.S. and Canadian construction and agricultural dealers at an event in Wisconsin last week. Construction highlights included the company’s largest compact track loader to date, the Gehl VT320 (Mustang 3200VT), a 114-horsepower unit that generates 340 lb.-ft. of torque and has pilot-control joysticks mounted to the armrests of the seat.

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Contractor Magazine

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

This year’s AHR Expo started strong and finished strong, showing a variety of interesting plumbing, mechanical and HVACR products. read more.

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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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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Business Facilities' January / February 2017 issue features the winners of our annual State of the Year and Economic Development of the Year awards, Plus, auto manufacturing, food processing, and data centers, and we celebrate 50 years of building inspiration. Read January / February 2017 Issue (Volume 50, Number 1) on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

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BD+C

JANUARY 31, 2017

Photo by Steve Hinds, Steve Hinds Inc. Color has long been a way of expressing details and emotions, and capturing one’s attention.

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Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

When the Salvation Army resale store on market Street in Philadelphia collapsed during demolition in June 2013, seven people were killed and 13 people were injured. The contractor, Griffin Campbell and excavator operator Sean Benshop were found criminally responsible and sentenced to prison but the building owner and contractor were not charged. Campbell is serving a 15- to 30-year sentence for involuntary manslaughter and other offenses.

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Contractor Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

By Sudhi Sinha, VP of Product Development, Johnson Controls Inc. The Internet of Things (IoT) is the new hype that is quickly transforming many industries, and building design and construction is no exception. read more.

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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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Digger Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Case Construction Equipment has unveiled a re-styling to its corporate livery. Case Construction Equipment has unveiled a re-styling to its corporate livery.

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Equipment Construction 52

BD+C

JANUARY 30, 2017

Originally constructed in 1966, the Century Plaza Hotel is in the process of undergoing a redevelopment that will refurbish the hotel, eliminate about half of its 726 rooms, and add 63 residences. The space gained from eliminating a good portion of the rooms will be used to create 93,000 sf of commercial space on the hotel’s lower levels. 400 hotel rooms will remain on the upper floors.

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Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Genie's new Lift guard Contact Alarm is the first in the next generation of innovative accessories designed to provide additional operator protection and safety while working on the jobsite. Genie's new Lift Guard Contact Alarm is engineered as an electronic secondary guarding system, designed to immediately activate and alert others that the operator may need help.

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